Customer Ratings & Reviews

I read some complaints but there were more positive reviews. Very light,great image smart TV and Bluetooth. When i first installed it upgraded its software creating a glitch after,that it would beep every time you changed channels,BUT..GOOD NEWS they corrected it so if you buy from January 2018 everything is OK I LOVE MY HISENCE 4K TV

I have two other top of the line LED (not OLED) TV's; of the two (Vizio (P55-D1) I considered the Sony XBR55X900C to be the better of the two. It is extremely thin much like the Hisense 55H9D, both have screens under 1/2" and a total depth about 1.5"; the Vizio is 2.5". Not knowing that much about the Hisense I was skeptical that it would compare well to the Sony or Vizio both of which are more expensive. So I acquired a 4K HDMI pass-though switch, allowing me to send the same 4K signal to 2 TV's at the same time. I first started a std HD DirecTV football game, I attempted to get to color settings of the two sets comparable. The Hisense allows allows a much more complete set of modifications than the Sony, the Sony has a range of "automatic" settings, the Hisense has more twice the number of options. It alllowed me to "tune In" pretty comparable settings;the Sony seemed to brighten all Greens more then the Hisense and the Hisense always had a slightly "redder" tint, but not unnaturally so. I believe I got the black levels to be equal, Looking a pure white screen the Hisense was slightly yellower then the Sony, but the Sony had a bright white seepage at all 4 corners, where the Hisense was 100% consistent. Both of them displayed close to a perfect inky black, the Sony's corner light bleeds affected the perfect black. But onto live TV. A side by side comparison of the two showed the Hisense offered a better detail of fast motion, both claimed to offer something like motion flow 240, but the Hisense with full motion clearly showed better resolution of the fine details, the blades of grass were clearer and the lines on the field and numbers on uniforms were SHARPer, where the Sony was "smoother"; both TV's were set to their "Sport" setting. The more I watched for differences, the more the Hisense revealed finer details, a better picture with fast moving action. On to a UHD 4K movie, both sharing the same signal. Now up WonderWoman. I initially attempted to get the coplers as close to the same, by adjusting the Hisense to match the Sony during the Menu Loop; they were close, the Sony still had brighter Greens and the Hisense a shade more red, but the Blacks and bright areas were nearly identical. Both were very detailed in the picture quality, a credit to what UHD 4K can deliver. After more criticl wating of a few scenes a couple of times, it became clear that the darkest areas on the Hisense had more details hidden in the shadows, and in the fast paced full motion scenes the Hisense captured the edges more crisply, where the Sony was again smoother, the edges not as fine. I also compared the Sound from the two TVs, which I would normally be using throught a Home Theater system but for this side by side evaluation I was not. The Sony's sound was not as a loud as the Hisense , and the Hisense had better bass as I increased the volume. But neither could fill a big room, not surprising, but the Hisense sound was better then the Sony. The Sony and the Visio both supported casting and screen sharing the that the Hisense (currently) does not (could be changed via a future firmware update). The Sony's smart TV features are more complete then the Hisense, Sony's "Android" TV has continued to improve over the last 18+ months, not idea what Hisense may do to improve their SmartTV; they do offer a nice, full featured Web Browser, but no where near the number of apps that Sony's supports. I quickly looked at VUDU support on each, both fully supported all formats including UHD, I tested both with a AC wireless connection, both streamed without any problems. The Hisense initial setup was very easy, up and running in < 5m, the easiest set up of any TV I've used. In conclusion, outside of OLED displays, the Hisense is state of the art. It's thin profile is something I've always admired in a state of the art TV (They could improve their profile if the cord exited on the side or bottom vs the back which adds about 1/2" to the real depth. But when watching this side by side the Sony, it was the pretty clear winner; I asked a few others what picture they preferred and all choose the Hisense. I great "high end" LED TV, that's going to give the establishment a run for their money.

This 55” Hisense TV is very nicely designed, when I opened the box, I was surprised how thin it is, the top half of the TV is approximately 1/2” think, while the lower half varies from 1-2”. The brushed metal bezel around the TV gives it a nice polished look, it is very thin, approximately 1/2”. Overall, the design is very nice, right down to the sturdy metal legs, the only assembly needed to get this TV setup. When I shop for a TV, I look for a nicely design exterior, wired and wireless cat 5 connection, good color, sharp images and good dark levels for movies. I also look for features such as built in media player and a few popular apps such as Netflix and Amazon. I wasn’t sure what to expect from this TV, I’ve heard of the company in passing, but never considered buying one; I typically stay with the mainstream brands when shopping for a TV. To setup the TV, I just needed to plug in the cat 5 (wireless connection is available as well) and screw in the over the air antenna. I tested this with Netflix and OTA TV programming. Initially the picture had what I call a “soap opera” look to it. I recall my existing TV had this same look until I turned off the motion setting. This was the case on the Hisense as well. To turn this off, goto SETTINGS - PICTURE - ADVANCED PICTURE OPTIONS - MOTION ENHANCEMENT”. Once I turned it off, the image looked normal. This edge lit local dimming TV is no slouch when it comes to features, these include: - wireless and wired network connections - media player - plays music, videos and photos off a USB or connected DLNA device - Apps, approximately 20 poplar apps (Netflix, Amazon, YouTube, iHeartRadio, Pandora, Accuweather, VUDU, Fandango Now) - 4 HDMI, 3 USB ports, 1A/V component (shared RCA composite) Optical and earphone audio output The image quality looked very good overall, bright, good colors, very clear the dark colors were detailed as well. I compared the Hisense to a 5 year old 58” plasma TV I currently use. Streaming various colorful nature documentaries from Netflix, the Hisense seemed about the same as far as color and sharpness as my plasma. I then put on two movies with more dark scenes, “The Matrix” and “Star Wars Rogue One”. In The Matrix, the coloring was very good, black levels were very dark. In the Rogue One, the color of the skin tones on the Hisense seemed a bit off, I preferred the color that my plasma had. I had it in theater mode and then tried adjusting the settings so it would be closer to the plasma. It got close, but couldn’t get to the same levels. Had I not been comparing it to another TV, I probably would not have noticed it. If I had to rate the image quality on a scale of 1-5, I would give this TV a solid 4. Sound quality is decent, I suspect most people would use a sound bar or external speakers and a receiver. Even if you don’t the TV sound is very good. Some options in the setup for simulated surround sound, sound settings for wall mount and equalizer. Overall, this is a very nice TV; with its extensive list of features, video quality and price, this is a very competitive TV. If you’re shopping for a TV, Hisense might be a brand you might want to stop and take look at. The company does need to work on their marketing efforts in the US. Even their website states “we’re Hisense, the biggest (4k TV, smart TV and other products) company you’ve never heard of”. Pros: - Apps, media player, picture quality, design of TV Cons - remote control is more on the basic and boring side.

So i’m a techie and a tv enthusiast! I’d list my top picks as I Love Lucy, Game Of Thrones and family sitcoms. I’m not really into reality tv. That aside, I am in so giddy that a channel plays I Love Lucy in HD and although the cable box I haven’t doesn’t stream 4K (yet) I am like a kid watching cartoons. So regarding the picture quality I would say it is amazing. 55 inches of television wasn’t ever something I thought I needed but I am glad I got this set up in the living room. Paired with the great surround sound it feels awesome to just get a clearer picture than I had before. The built in apps like Netflix and YouTube are great compliments to the system because prior to this tv I had to use some sort of secondary application to stream stuff. It is a beauty. As you can see in the pictures attached I was watching a cartoon and it is so chic just propped between the entertainment center. It is super thin and is going to save me so much space unlike before. Setup was as simple as plugging the power cord in, the HDMI cable in, setting up the remote and finalizing added features that are tailored to my needs. The built in WiFi chip picked up my network quick and there was no lag in loading images even at 1080p/4K which I am very pleased with. I didn’t find any cons to this set and the sound even before plugging it into the surround sound was good. Feel free to ask me any questions about the TV because it is cool!

Don't be sceptical because of the name!! This brand delivers!

The setup for the Hisense 55H9D model requires two people. The box has 4 hinges at the bottom that must be unclipped for easy removal. After taking it out of the box, you will see two special handles that must be used to carry the TV with the assistance of a second person. These must be removed with a Philips screw driver if you plan on mounting it on a wall or TV stand with mount. Otherwise, you can leave them on if you plan on using the provided TV stand base. The only 2 cables you need are the TV plug, which is surprisingly a two prong connection and rather unobtrusive, and an HDMI 2.0 cable. The key feature of this Hisense TV is the HDR feature and 4K capabilities. Watching content in 4K is as easy as plug and play. Watching content in HDR requires navigation of several menu options. This quickly became a frustrating moment for a new-comer to 4K and HDR, but a quick search of a YouTube video explained the basics necessary to understand where to navigate to to get the best features of HDR. To save you the trouble, you have to press the menu button on the remote control, then settings, then picture, then go down to HDMI 2.0 format and change that option from standard to enhanced format. The performance of this TV is stunning. Even before I figured out how to change from standard HDR to enhanced HDR I could see the jump from 1080P to 4K. Adding the HDR effect makes the colors look more natural and feel more realistic. The HDR in this TV is HDR-10, which is compatible with the Xbox One S and the upcoming Xbox One X. That being said, HDR gaming is playing on a whole different level. The remote control has an extremely useful PICTURE button that allows you to switch from various kinds of HDR pre-setups, one of which includes HDR gaming which provides you with low input lag. The Hisense TV exceeds my expectations and has quickly made a name for itself in my household. Although you can watch content with lights on, you do start to lose quality of the image the brighter the room, but the aforementioned picture button can help with that. The price for the TV in terms of value is great for those looking to upgrade to a stunning image. Hisense may not be widely known yet, but I can see it being in many households soon because of it’s quality for price value. I highly recommend this product for people who want to upgrade to a 4K HDR tv without breaking the bank. More so if you have an Xbox One S or if you plan on buying the Xbox One X. If gaming isn’t your scene, then I’d still recommend the TV if you love streaming your content, as this is a smart TV with dedicated buttons for Vudu, Fandango NOW, YouTube, Netflix, and Amazon. Those services work flawlessly straight from the TV and you wouldn’t need to install anything additional to cast to your TV.

The Hisense H9D Plus is the seventh “high definition” television to enter our home (and no, not all of them are still here), and it is probably the best one so far, but to be fair it is the first Ultra High Definition (4K) one. I received this television in exchange for an honest review, and give thanks for the opportunity of an extended 4K experience. The mid-range price category is where the H9D Plus is priced even though it is the highest tier in Hisense’s line-up outside of the H10 which comes only in a 75 inch size. Not being fully familiar with the Hisense brand, I had to do a little research on who they are and Wikipedia was an interesting read for anyone interested in such stuff. A few quick things about this 55 inch (class) TV. It does take two people to safely unpack and move it about like it states on the packaging. The unpacking instructions printed on the top panel of the box are thorough and accurate, and if you follow them you will have no problems. The packaging should provide protection from even the most careless of shipping services if you don’t take the set home yourself. Inside the box you get only a “Quick Start” guide and have to visit the manufacturer’s website for the full “User Manual”. During the initial setup, the TV will automatically reach out to the Internet and search for a firmware update if it is supplied with an Internet connection. Setup and menu use are remarkably easy on this TV and should pose no problem for anyone. Hisense did a great job with the user interface. The rear of the television has a full complement of jacks so that even your older equipment that cannot be connected via HDMI remain usable. I really cannot imagine what anyone would go wanting for as far as making connections — would anyone really miss the non-existent S-Video connection? The set comes with apps for Netflix, YouTube and Amazon among others, but notably missing are built-in Roku and Hulu capability. I visited Hisense’s website before the TV was delivered and was puzzled why they did not provide an image of the remote control. On the outside of the package, it states that the remote varies depending on the model, country and date of manufacture. I have included a picture of the remote I received with a USA-market set manufactured in August of 2017 and it does not match the remote pictured on the outside of the box. I found the button layout of the remote to be user friendly and designed to be easy to use by touch for the commonly used functions. Once you deviate from the common buttons, you will need to turn on the room lighting as the remote is not back-lit, which I find a little disappointing in this day and age. The buttons are well labeled and easy to read when the room lighting is sufficient. I like it much better than the Sony and Samsung remotes we have that came with those TVs. Dedicated buttons for some of the apps are a nice touch. This is the first 4K television we (my wife and I are the whole household) have had any experience with other than casually looking at them in the stores. We both commented that something looks different from what we were used to. Things were much more lifelike…it is like you’re looking through a window rather than watching a television. I finally decided that it is the 4K picture quality (and upscaling of “regular” HD content) that we were noticing. The only 4K content we have available to us is Netflix and Amazon, so I watched some “Better Call Saul” and “The Grand Tour” in 4K since I was already familiar with the material. The difference from the “standard” high-definition picture I was familiar with is truly amazing! The increase in picture quality makes me want to watch the whole series over again. It was mesmerizing. If you can afford the price, I highly recommend the step up to 4K. I think I may have become a 4K snob. Even though I have a calibration disc, I did not bother to take the time to fuss with it. Right out of the box we found the factory settings for the different picture modes to be more than pleasing to our eyes. A common complaint of people on home theater forums is how picture quality (brightness especially) degrades as the viewer moves off center from the display. Since this happens with our 55 inch Sony and 50 inch Samsung, I am amazed how well the Hisense maintains it stunning picture. No problems with a large group of people watching a big event on this television — other than feeding them. The specs for the TV say that the audio is two channels at 10 watts per channel, but the TV does not seem to have the same “punch” as our other 10 watt/channel sets do, especially when streaming, so it is possible that the audio signal is not as loud on the content we were streaming as opposed to the DIRECTV signal. The built in speakers fire directly out the rear of the set (rather than downward) and the sound bounces off the wall or cabinetry behind the TV which appears to be pretty standard practice in the industry as all makers have come to design sets with a minimal width bezel surrounding the screen. I can’t really fault them as the slim bezel is sexy looking. I guess the assumption is that most people use a sound bar. If that is correct, I’m not sure why TV makers don’t design feet that raise the bottom of the TV up off the surface it sits on at least five inches since most sound bars sitting in front of the TV are high enough to intrude into the picture area as not everyone mounts their TV to a wall. My solution is a set of aftermarket feet that attach to the VESA mount and will allow me to raise the TV as much as I need to clear our current sound bar. The feet that come with this TV are spaced out toward to ends of the unit and will allow a 32 inch wide sound bar to fit between them when it is pushed back to the screen. Bluetooth connectivity allows the wireless connection of BT headphones or sound bar, but unfortunately the audio to the speakers is automatically muted. It would be nice if you could turn the speakers on and off manually so that someone hard of hearing could use a BT device while others in the room could listen to the audio over the TV speakers. After reading through the full manual, there are enough settings to tinker with that most aspiring videophiles will be more than happy with the time spent dialing in this TV to their liking. By the same token, “regular” people that want to just plug things in and watch it should be pleased that they too are accommodated and are not really missing out on anything by just using factory settings. I’ll close stating that I give this television a solid four stars mainly for the quality to price value ratio it represents and what I perceive to be outstanding picture quality. Unknown long-term reliability, average sound quality, and a manufacturer’s basically unknown reputation keep me from giving the H9D Plus a full five stars. Anyone looking for a great picture and not wanting to pay a premium price, would serve themselves well to take into consideration this Hisense model. Videophiles that spend more time looking for artifacts in the video image than they do enjoying the content, will probably not be shopping at this price point for a TV anyway. With the pace at which technology changes nowadays, I think it makes more sense to buy at a value price point that allows you to replace the component in the future when a discernible upgrade in technology comes along. I look forward to seeing how this Hisense product does with regard to long-term quality and reliability.

The TV frame looks great, with a very thin brushed metal bezel all around, and two metal legs. No plastic to be seen on the front. The rear of the TV is as thin as the screen, and most of the back is a single piece of metal covering the screen. From the center down, it has the components and connectors. The bottom widens and contains the speakers. There isn't much to distract from the screen. The logo below the screen is very subtle and doesn't light up, thankfully. There is a small LED to one side below the frame that's also the IR receiver, and that can also be turned off completely. Turning it on, there is an initial settings walk-through that's very good. I was able to set up Wi-Fi and inputs with few steps and no issues. Smart TV: It runs Opera TV app store, and while it has many of the popular like Netflix, Amazon. Vudu, Youtube or Plex, doesn't have Hulu, nor TV channel apps. Wi-Fi works great, and supports DLNA, USB ports and Miracast (Hisense calls It AnyView Cast). Windows 10 detects the TV but couldn't connect to it to share the screen via Wi-Fi. In my opinion, having Roku, Amazon Fire TV or even Chromecast support would've been a better choice. There is an app 'smartTVremote' for phones that kind of works, but it's half-baked at best. The saving grace is that it can be used as a virtual keyboard within apps. Inputs: It has 4 HDMI inputs, two on the side and two on the back. The two on the side are HDMI 2.0 (For 4K input). The first also supports MHL (To connect to some Android devices) and the second supports ARC (Audio Return Channel) to connect to a receiver or sound bar. The other two HDMI inputs on the back are HDMI 1.4 for HD inputs, but 4K players might not work on these. It also has analog inputs, Ethernet, optical audio output and headphone/line-out output. Two of the USB ports are 0.5A and one USB provides 1 Amp. There is also an antenna connector, and does have a tuner. The remote control is solid, well organized, with large and easy to press keys but it's rather large, no backlight, IR only and doesn't control other devices. Besides the smart TV apps, the menus on the TV are very intuitive, it's responsive, the inputs can be renamed, reorganized, system settings are very extensive, with good control over CEC functions, and very extensive audio and image controls, that can be set per-input. I was impressed on how much can be configured on this TV, audio settings with 5-band EQ, extensive color settings. Audio: It has four speakers: two on the bottom, rear-firing and two towards the bottom. There's a setting for wall-mounting audio (because of the rear-firing speakers). Overall sounds good, better than other TVs we had before. However there is not Bluetooth for night watching. The TV itself broadcasts a Bluetooth signal (HS SmartTV) but can only be used for internet access -- The Bluetooth deal doesn't make much sense. So, the best for last: Image. The screen is a 10-bit (HDR), 120Hz, 4K (3840x2160) panel with local dimming zones. It supports HDR10 but not Dolby Vision (Most TV's don't support it yet). Upscaling of HD and older videos looks very good to me. Watching 720p and 1080p content looks good, with no noticeable artifacts. HDR content from YouTube and Amazon Prime look very natural. It's not necessarily vibrant, but very natural and nuanced (Remember that this TV can be calibrated to each's tastes). Like on most other LCD TV's there's a small amount of blooming, and only shows in almost black scenes like closing titles, and it's not different than in other LCDs. Family is also impressed on how clear images are on this TV. As for the 'Smart TV' limitations, like in most TVs, the 'Smart' part is somewhat gimmicky, and consider adding a 4K capable AppleTV, Amazon Fire, Roku or Chromecast Ultra. So get this TV for how it looks on and off, which is very good, not for the 'Smart' factor.

For the past year and a half, I’ve been in the market for a 4K television. Anyone that has been in the market for a 4K TV knows that it’s not exactly easy to pick one out from the sea of choices that are out there. It’s all about comparing features and quality. No one wants to sacrifice one for the other, right? And then out of nowhere comes the Hisense H9 Series 4K ULED HDR Smart TV. Let me get right to the point when I say that this television is ASTONISHING! The sheer size of the Hisense is magnificent! When you have the 55” screen sitting on the entertainment shelf, you can’t help but feel excited. Setting up the television is simple enough. Plug in the HDMI cables and turn on the power. It’s worth noting that this TV does not come with HDMI cables so you might want to pick up a couple when buying this TV if you don’t already have some (Best Buy has some really affordable 4K cables). I found myself giddy as I stared at the screen, taking in the vibrancy and clarity of what was unfolding before me. At that moment, I knew that I’d be appreciating my favorite shows on a whole new level. The first movie that I watched in 4K on the Hisense was John Wick Chapter 2. I didn’t have to use the physical disk to watch it since my digital copy can be accessed via my VUDU account with the press of the quick access VUDU button on the remote(once you connect your TV to the internet). It was as if I was watching John Wick 2 for the first time. A lot of my digital copies in the VUDU library were 4K ready at no extra cost which is just awesome as a consumer. The Motion Rate feature made the fast action sequences insanely clear without overdoing what we call the ‘soap opera’ effect. There’s a quick access button to Netflix as well. Are you a fan of Stranger Things? Wait until you see it on this TV in 4K! Again, it was like watching it for the first time. There are other quick access buttons for YouTube, Amazon, and Fandango. I’ve read that there will be more streaming services added as time goes on. I’m an avid gamer on both PlayStation 4 and Xbox One and playing games on the Hisense ULED screen provides a noticeable difference that is beneficial. My PS4 system detected the 4K tv and automatically enabled the HDR feature. Games like Destiny 2, Star Wars Battlefront and Dark Souls 3 have deeper visuals compared to when I played them on my previous LED TV a couple days prior to my Hisense arriving. I’m now anxious to get a PS4 Pro or an Xbox One X which will complement the 4K experience. Since we are all different in the ways that we enjoy our movies or shows, you might find yourself adjusting the visual calibration. Hisense made the remote responsive and easy to navigate in case you need to bounce in an out of the settings. I really appreciated this since I like my colors to “pop” on the TV screen. If you’ve been shopping around like I have for the best 4K television experience but were afraid of buyers remorse, you won’t regret investing in the Hisense 4K ULED Smart TV.

The picture quality is awesome, the colors are accurate with the dark colors dark enough without sacrificing the bright colors. My son's cartoons looked so bright. Regular Blurays look much better than on a standard HD TV. There was no noticeable blur during fast scenes which was a plus. This television is very thin with a small bezel. The screen itself is thinner than a penny with the bottom section being the thickest part. The thin bezel and large screen size makes the tv look great mounted to the wall. There are pleanty of inputs one of which is an ARC HDMI, perfect for my soundbar. The Netflix app is very responsive and works better than my streaming stick. This television is a must buy.

Such a beautiful tv. Black and white levels are excellent. Great color and crispness. Sound is great too. Also love all the inputs.

I have had this TV for over 2 weeks, & all I can say is Wow! Unbelievable value on this TV. Literally mounted it & plugged it in, & a short 90 second setup process...this TV is so simple to use. The picture is out-of-this-world!

The 4K is mind blowing. Design of TV is state of the Art . Apps are not the best. Remote is C-. Wi-fi on this Tv and connect ability is not so good. Gaming with the HDR and wide color gamma is top tier. Hisense name Brand sucks but they have pieced together a decent TV

I waited over a year to write this review I bought this model because I wanted Bluetooth I own a Sony Bravia 50" An LG 55" but no Bluetooth I have read the negative reviews and all i can say is I have had no issues WiFi works flawless I have 5g Bluetooth paired easily and picture is better (4k) than my Sony and LG I have been using it daily for 14 month The only con was at first it had a cracking sound but it went away as soon as it updated firmware. I like mine you cant find Bluetooth for this price on other brands

This Tv is unbelieveable!! I will never pay for top brands again.I had 2 Samsungs nothing but problems after two years. The picture is stunning. This TV has all the features that a high end Sony or Samsung has. I had researched Tvs for months. The price of this Tv was fantastic and Best Buy even matched price from Wholesale club. I woull highly recommend this TV. If I need another TV I would buy Hisense

I upgraded my TLC Roku 42 inch for this one I wanted 4k but affordable plus I wanted Bluetooth capabilities Picture is extra clear 4k is awesome and it has my Roku the only thing that I find as a con is speakers and sound are average but i have a sound bar system so all is well in 4k heaven I have read other lesser reviews but I have not sen nor had any issues

I have been shooting 4K home videos for a number of years and finally decided to upgrade my TV to 4K as well. I have had it for about 2 months now and I am very happy with my Hisense TV. It is an excellent high-end set with good value. What I like the most are good color saturation, fast response time, built-in Netflix etc., and a very useful built-in Youtube casting capability that I did not know about when I bought the TV which saved my money for a Chromecast which I planned to order. The 120Hz frequency or 240Hz frame rate made a huge difference to video quality. I understand the relationship between motion blur and response time well. But this TV still surprised me with the difference it made for my own videos. When I played my 4K videos on my old HD TV, many had choppy frames or looked out of focus sometimes especially with panning scenes which I thought was due to camera shaking. I am happy to see the videos are fine and completely smooth on my new Hisense TV. It is well worth the money of my upgrade.

Picture on this TV is great, sound is average for a flat panel TV. Quality feel and design inspires confidence. But just a mere 12 months after purchase updates stop coming, YouTube TV is not supported in the ui of the set. Shame because a few simple updates would make this TV amazing. BETTER SUPPORT AND YOU WOULD HAVE A TOP NOTCH PRODUCT HISENSE!

awesome picture compare to expensive ones , great buy.

There is absolutely no way that I could be more impressed with this TV! Everything from the design, the setup to the performance is perfect. The TV comes in a simple to unpack box that allows for very easy setup. In fact, all you really do is lift the box up and pop in the legs (two easy screws to attach each one). Once installed, the legs (made of metal) keep it very sturdy. The screen is ultra thin and the TV is really not that heavy considering its size. Getting it up and running was a breeze. It recognized my wi-fi right away and as soon as I punched in the password and had it connected it notified me there was a software update available. This downloaded fast. At that point, I did the quick channel scan and we were up and running. Everything works fast. By this I mean that it responds to the remote fast, channels change fast, using Netfix & YouTube is fast. It's just fast. I might ad that when using it with Netfix & YouTube that I did not have any buffering of the content even with 4K sources. The remote is very nice as well. Easy to read and understand and has useful quick access buttons for such things as YouTube & Netfix (as well as a couple of other services I don't happen to use). You also get 4 HDMI ports along with 3 USB ports so there really won't be anything you can't connect. Now for the important stuff. Picture & sound. As for the sound, excellent. This set really cranks up if you need it to and the sound remains crystal clear. The settings have options for the usual adjustments (suround sound, equalizer and such) but in all honesty it sounds great right out of the box. I actually don't feel the need to hook up my sound bar to it (but I will :-) ). Now as for the picture, I really don't know how it could be better. The colors are perfect & natural with no color bleeding. The clarity of the screen is top notch with no hot spots or darkening of the corners that often happens with larger sets. The contrast is beyond my expectations. The blacks are deep and true. The combination of the 120 Hz refresh rate and the 240 motion rate combine to give you a very stable image even with the fastest of action. Keep in mind that you can get 4K TV's for less but you get what you pay for. The faster refresh rate along with the fact that this is a HDR UHD Smart ULED is what you are paying for. It's not just good enough to have a TV that can display 4K content, it needs to do it well. The list of feature on this set is incredibly long and goes beyond what many higher priced sets have. When you look at the list of feature this set has and you see how well it works it is an easy call to choose this set!