After it helped the KEF XIO Dolby Atmos soundbar storm our Best Soundbar category KEF’s Velocity Control Technology (VECO) takes our Innovation trophy.

After 12 back-to-back What Hi-Fi? Award wins, the Cyrus CDi finally earned a place in the What Hi-Fi? Hall of Fame.

After decades of service since helping found the brand all the way back in 1973, Rega Research’s Roy Gandy was the well-deserving recipient of this year’s Outstanding Achievement Award.

The Ruark Audio R610 proved to be just as much a hit with our readers as it did with our reviewers!

A diabolically good integrated amplifier that can't be beaten at this level.

For yet another year, the Panasonic DP-UB820EB is the Blu-ray player to get

Sony's flagship QD-OLED is the TV to get for any cinephile who can afford it

For yet another year, LG's newest small C-series OLED is the best you can get

TCL's budget 50-inch Mini LED TV is the best we've tested this year

If you want a top-end TV but are short on space, the 48-inch Panasonic Z90B is the one to get

TCL's step down Mini LED TV is the best large-sized budget set you can buy this year

If you want a top-quality TV with excellent picture quality and flawless gaming specs, the LG C5 is the best we've tested

A stellar value giant TV capable of excellent picture quality

The LG C5 offers flawless gaming specifications and is the top option for gamers this year

Samsung's premium Dolby Atmos soundbar system is the best we've tested this year

For yet another year, the Sonos Beam (Gen 2) is the best soundbar you will find for under £500

The Sonos Arc Ultra is an excellent soundbar for people looking for an immersive, single unit, Dolby Atmos experience

KEF's first soundbar isn't cheap, but for those that can afford it, the XIO is the best premium option right now

The Hisense AX5125H is a true diamond in the rough, offering stellar audio quality for surprisingly little money

The Acoustic Energy AE300 Mk2 were a slow burning hit with our reviewers and represent superb value

Small, great sounding and wonderfully affordable. The Dali Kupid are an easy recommendation

PMC’s entry-level standmounts are a repeat winner and an excellent option for any music fan

Their clear, forthright and expressive sound wins the ES-7N a What Hi-Fi? Award for the second year in a row

The Prophecy 1 are astonishingly talented standmounters capable of delivering class-leading performance

Ruark's new tiny speakers are the best option for music fans tight on space

Great value and capable of delivering an expressive entertaining sound, Fyne's F501E are a new Award-winner for 2025

For yet another year the Wharfedale Diamond 12.3 are the best floorstanders you'll find for less than £500

The PMC remain a winner for another year, offering music fans a refined sound that is yet to be beaten

With an expert handling of dynamics and a cohesive, balanced sound these are the best floorstanders you will find at this price

Beautifully made and as musical as they come, the ProAc D20R are our new recommended floorstanders at over £3000

A fantastic turntable that builds and improves on the Planar 3's foundation in nearly every way

Another year, another win for the stellar Rega Planar 1 which continues to offer the best sound and value you will find on a turntable at this price

Pro-Ject's affordable turntable offers stellar performance, despite its modest price tag

Great looks and a lively, detailed and fluid sound? With the Alu Sub-Platter and High Power it 2 power supply upgrades, this is a solid Award-winning package

With a cartridge update, Rega's refined turntable remains a What Hi-Fi? Award for yet another year

The SL-1300G is an easy recommendation offering a solidly made, fuss-free experience that vinyl fans will adore

The Vertere DG-X is the best turntable we've tested at its price and an easy recommendation for vinyl fans with deep pockets

JBL's larger more expensive Bluetooth speaker offers a big sound that will delight music fans

Well made, travel-friendly and great sounding the JBL Flip 7 is the best cheap wireless speaker money can buy

The Xtreme 4 is the third Award-winner from JBL this year and a great option for music fans looking for a big speaker to use on the go

Apple's HomePod 2 speaker wins for its third year in a row

Audio Pro's new wireless speaker is a the best we've tested for over £300

Clear insightful sound and solid features earn the Bluesound Node Icon a What Hi-Fi? Award

Fantastic value and packed to the brim with features the WiiM Pro Plus retains its crown for another year

The Cambridge Audio MXN10 is still the best music streamer money can buy at its price

Impressively clear and clean audio and a premium design earn the Arcam ST25 a 2025 trophy

Offering punchy audio with plenty of rhythmic drive the Cyrus 40 ST is the best streamer in its class

The Arcam CD5 retains its crown with its aggressive pricing and an engaging, muscular sound that continues to impress our review team

Another year, another win for the stellar value and great sounding Marantz CD6007

Superb dynamic expression and oodles of detail let the Cyrus CDi continue its reign as a What Hi-Fi? Award winner for yet another year

Offering superb levels of detail, precision and clarity, the Cyrus 40 CD muscled past the competition to earn its first What Hi-Fi? Award

For yet another year, you won't find a better projector for under £10,000 than the Sony VPL-XW5000ES

Small in size, big on performance, the M2 Pro ticks all the right boxes for its target market

The BenQ W2720i is a fantastic projector with no obvious weaknesses, hence its status as one of this year's Award-winners

Epson EH-LS9000 earns a place as one of this year's top projectors, offering solid picture quality that won't be beaten at this price

The Sony Bravia Projector 8 is a powerhouse performer and delivers the ultimate home cinema performance

Hisense's PL2 strikes the perfect balance of performance and value for money, making it an easy recommendation to any movie fan who is short on space

Modern smarts in a wonderfully retro package means Ruark's tiny radio takes gold for yet another year

Roberts' charming, dinky radio retains its crown for another year

With solid sound, wonderful looks and modern smarts the R2 Mk4 is the best radio over £400

The B&W 606 & 607 S3 wins for another year, offering home cinema fans a fun, immersive sound that's ideal for serious movie watching

If you're short on space and cash, the Wharfedale DX-3 HCP remains the surround sound package to get

Impressive composure and a mature sound earn the Wharfedale Diamond 12.1 HCP a trophy once again

The Oberon 5 5.1 speaker package remains the best option you'll find at its price

Expensive, but well worth it, the KEF Q Concerto Meta 5.1 speaker system is a newly crowned 2025 winner

Excellent screen quality and solid audio make the iPad Air 13-inch a clear winner for movie fans

For the second year, the Fire HD 10 is the best budget tablet for movie fans

Improved circuitry and a better sound let the Arcam A15+ take the win

Rotel's unassuming but hugely capable entry level amp wins for another year

Offering clear sonic improvements, Arcam's A5+ dethrones its predecessor to take this year's prize

Expressive dynamics and a great new look secure the win for the Cyrus 40 AMP

The Sony TA-AN1000 remains the best home cinema amplifier you'll find for under £1500

We searched high and low, but the Marantz Cinema 30 remains the best home cinema amp available at this price

An all round great pair of wireless headphones with no serious weaknesses

For the second year in a row, the Sony WF-C510 are the best cheap wireless earbuds money can buy

Incredible value, fun, musical sound and cool design earn the C710N this year's trophy

Solid ANC and subtle sonic upgrades earn Bose's latest earbuds an Award

The Technics EAH-AZ100 aren't the cheapest option, but their stellar sound makes them a clear winner for serious music fans

There still isn't a pair of cheap, over-ear wireless headphones that can beat the Sony WH-CH720N

Great sound and decent battery life make the Austrian Audio Hi-X25BT an easy recommendation at their price

Seriously impressive wireless headphones that set a new benchmark for quality

Solid value, decent picture quality and flawless app support make Amazon's stick a top option

Some excellent performance upgrades earn Sky Stream this year's Award

The Apple TV 4K remains the streamer to get for premium buyers thanks to top-notch sound and vision

The Chord Mojo 2's solid audio, portable design and great suite of features ensure it's a winner for another year

Excellent rhythmic timing and a compact stylish design make the Chord Qutest a winner once again

The iPhone 17's upgraded screen and atypically good audio make it the perfect choice for film and music fans

Advanced upscaling and a clear, spacious sound make Samsung's flagship this year's premium selection

Retro-charm combines with modern streaming smarts for an easy recommendation

Tiny dimensions and competitive pricing make the Denon D-M41DAB our system of choice for under £500

The Technics SA-C600 continues its hot streak for another year

A competent system with modern smarts and exceptional sound quality, the Ruark Audio R610 is this year's best hi-fi system for this price

Arcam's SA35 system ticks all the right boxes and picks up this year's Award

Triangle's AIO Twin's superb performance, competitive price and easy setup sees it retain its crown

Top quality sound, flawless streaming smarts and KEF's iconic design. What's not to love?

For yet another year the KEF LS50 Wireless II's stellar audio quality, excellent connectivity and sleek looks earn them a What Hi-Fi? Award

Exceptional sound quality means the Astell & Kern A&norma SR35 retains its crown for yet another year

Offering a neutral, well composed sound the Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro X are the best wired over-ear headphones you'll find at this price

Affordable but comfortable to wear and great sounding, the Austrian Audio Hi-X15 are an easy recommendation

Another year, another win for the stellar Røde NTH-100

For yet another year the Grado SR325X remain the wired headphones to beat at this level

They're no spring chicken, but at this price the SoundMagic E11C remain the best option available

For yet another year the Shure Aonic 3 continue their hot streak as the best wired in-ear headphones for over £100

The Ortofon MC X30 remains a bit of a no-brainer purchase at this price

Offering a fast punchy sound that's yet to be beaten, the Rega Fono MM Mk5 wins for another year

The minimalist Graham Slee Reflex M's exceptional sonic talent earn it this year's Award

The Vertere Phono-1 MkII L retains its crown with its stellar dynamic expression and rhythmic drive fending off rivals

Great sound, competitive price and for another year, a What Hi-Fi? Award-winner

The C-line remains the cable to get in its class

Able to bring out better control, drive and detail from your system, Chord's premium cable retains its lead for another year

A fantastic and affordable all-rounder that's also a repeat What Hi-Fi? Award-winner

A well-rounded and entertaining cartridge, the Sumiko Rainier earns another What Hi-Fi? Award this year

Super all-round performance earn the Nagaoka MP-200 another win

If quality is your priority Tidal remains the best option and it's our 2025 Award-winner for music fans

Great shows and even better audio and video performance, all for one simple price

Naim's third generation, supremely musical amp earns a place in hi-fi history.

Apple's clever tandem OLED screen tech delivers better brightness and radically better screen quality.

The readers have spoken and the Q Acoustics 5050 floorstanding speakers are this year's winner.

Our winner helped design some of the most iconic hi-fi products we have had the pleasure to review since he joined the Naim in 1985.

The Esoteric K-05XD proves there's live in physical media yet.

Despite facing stiff competition, the 9000N is the best premium music streamer we've tested

The WiiM Pro Plus is a fantastic value music streamer 

Small, but wonderfully fun, the Cambridge Audio MXN10 is a fantastic music streamer

Cambridge Audio's new streamer is a fantastic unit offering extensive features and refined performance

Rega's incredible value phono stage wins for yet another year

Moon's 110LP V2 is a top performer in its price bracket and an ongoing award-winner

Vertere’s premium phono stage gets even better

The Chord Company RumourX continues its run as the best speaker cable for most people

The Chord Company C-Line retains the top slot for yet another year

If you need an analogue RCA, Chord's remains the one we recommend for yet another year

A fantastic hi-fi rack that's built to last

The Moseco 6 remain the best speaker stands offering great looks and lots of flexibility

An excellent cartridge that delivers excellent performance for a rock bottom price

A fun, affordable and easy to fit moving magnet cartridge 

A terrific all-rounder capable of delivering class-leading performance

Despite rivals gaining ground Tidal remains the best hi-res music service available

Disney Plus once again earns the best video streaming service crown with its stellar streaming quality and excellent content portfolio

For another year, Technics' compact just-add-speakers system rules the roost

Denon's tiny system is a fantastic option for CD collectors who are tight on space

At this price, you won't find a better system than the Naim Uniti Atom

Convenient, great value and capable of excellent, enthusiastic audio, Triangle's speaker system remains a top choice for music fans

The KEF LSX II LT speakers take the brand's great wireless audio to a more affordable price, making it an easy recommendation

For yet another year, the KEF LS50 Wireless II dominates this segment of the speaker system market

The JBL 4329P Studio Monitor remains the best premium speaker system option on the market

Great looks, great audio, great product. The SR35 remains the best portable music player 

Sony's affordable smartphone is great for movies and music on the go

Apple's premium smartphone is this year's top option for music and movie fans

The Chord Mojo 2 remains the DAC to beat in its class

Small, compact and great sounding the DragonFly Cobalt remains excellent

The Qutest remains the best DAC you'll find at this price

For yet another year, Sky's subscription box is the best in the business

The Humax Aura continues its run as the best PVR money can buy

Once again, Sony's C700N offer the best audio you will find on a pair of earbuds this price

Winning their first What Hi-Fi? Award, the WF-C510 offer excellent audio considering their affordable price

Sony's flagship wireless earbuds remain an easy recommendation to any music fan

B&W's new premium wireless earbuds, the Pi8, sound fantastic 

Sony's affordable wireless over-ears remain a fantastic option for any music fan on a strict budget

The Hi-X25BT's clean, detailed sound and wallet-friendly price make them an easy recommendation

Great sound, flawless features and reliable ANC earn the WH-100XM5 yet another What Hi-Fi? Award

For the second year running, the Sony TA-AN1000 is the best AVR you'll find at this price

Winning its first What Hi-Fi? Award the Cinema 30 is a supremely capable, premium AVR

Apple's Pro brand iPad is the best tablet for AV fans

Affordable and great for watching films and TV shows on the go

A fantastic, fuss-free stereo amp that won't break the bank

An unfussy, impressively insightful amp that will delight music fans

Packed with features, well made and capable of brilliant audio, the A15 wins yet another award

Naim's supremely musical amp picks up yet another award

The Aethos' insightful, dynamic and rhythmically precise performance win it yet another award

The best video streamer just got better (and cheaper)

They may be compact, but B&W's speaker package delivers a mighty sound

Wharfedale's supremely capable, tiny speaker package continues to be the best in its class

Fluid, composed and consistent, these speakers are the best you'll get at this price

With a mature sound and stylish looks these speakers are a fantastic choice for any movie fan

The Dali Oberon 5 5.1 speaker package's stylish good looks and full, warm sound earn them yet another What Hi-Fi? Award

Ruark's new Audio R1S looks and sounds great

Small, beautifully built, and great sounding, Roberts' new radio is an easy recommendation

For yet another year, Ruark's larger radio is the best available in its class