Sony Bravia KDL-32V5500 Reviews: Bravia, 32" Screen LCD Full HD 1080p TV

  • Photo of Sony Bravia KDL-32V5500 Television
  • Photo of Sony Bravia KDL-32V5500 Television
  • Photo of Sony Bravia KDL-32V5500 Television
Photo of Sony Bravia KDL-32V5500 Television
Score: 9.0/10

103 Real Customer Reviews - In Summary

This television is a good all rounder. “Superb picture and sound quality. the set was really easy to set up and connect to…” John, Warrington View all 103 real customer reviews

Available via Reevoo.com from £490 – £647 at 23 retailers

Compare prices & retailers »

Product Details

Freeview, 4 HDMI ports, 2 Scarts More »

  • Customer reviews
  • Product details
  • Compare prices & retailers
  • People also viewed

Real customer reviews

103 verified purchasers have reviewed this product.
97% of people recommend it.

Show scores of…
All purchasers (102)
Design9.1
Ease of use8.9
Image quality9.2
Sound quality8.5
Value for money (at time of purchase)8.9
Overall rating9.0
Multi-purpose viewer (24)
Film and documentary lover (13)
Occasional TV watcher (6)
Sports and games fan (5)
High spec fanatic (1)
Other (53)
 

*not all purchasers provided a score or review

Score 10.0/10

John, Warrington , “Film and documentary lover” More like this »

+ Superb Picture and Sound Quality. The set was really easy to set up and connect to existing SKY box and DVD player. The TV itself looks fantastic.

- Can be a bit fiddly to set-up the correct colour, brightness and contrast settings although the default is good enough.

Was this review helpful?
32 of 32 people found this review helpful

purchased 31 Mar 2009

Score 9.0/10

Graham, OSSETT , “High spec fanatic”

+ Quality product with fantastic image quality. I also own similar products from Samsung & Panasonic but I have to say my Sony flatscreens are superior, even though you do pay a premium price. But as the saying goes you pay for what you get.

- Price

Was this review helpful?
17 of 19 people found this review helpful

purchased 14 Apr 2009

Score 10.0/10

Noel, London , “Occasional TV watcher” More like this »

+ loads of connectors. easy remote control. fantastic quality

- Reviewer left no comment

Was this review helpful?
10 of 11 people found this review helpful

purchased 23 Mar 2009

Score 10.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ I love this TV. The image quality, the sound, the ease of use - everything. I love it and would recommend it highly.

- None I can think of. Only think that maybe I should have gone for 40".......

Was this review helpful?
9 of 9 people found this review helpful

purchased 19 Apr 2009

Score 9.0/10

Dale, Cleveland , “Multi-purpose viewer” More like this »

+ Superb picture. Haven't seen better. Good design and lots of inputs at rear for everything you can think of.

- Guide plus...........Don't bother with it use the normal EPG

Was this review helpful?
9 of 9 people found this review helpful

purchased 07 Jun 2009

Score 9.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Multi-purpose viewer” More like this »

+ So easy to set up, done in minutes. Easy to follow menu and excellant picture quality.

- Not really a bad point but was expecting a better sound quality being a sony. Dust magnet!

Was this review helpful?
8 of 9 people found this review helpful

purchased 28 Mar 2009

Score 10.0/10

EDWARD, AYR

+ SONY QUALITY (3 YEAR WARANTY INCLUDED) & SUPERB DESIGN .
GREAT PICTURE WITH LOTS OF ADDED FEATURES I HAVE YET TO USE!

- NONE

Was this review helpful?
7 of 7 people found this review helpful

purchased 02 Jun 2009

Score 9.0/10

Dave, Sheffield

+ Excellent picture quality in both standard and high def, easy to set up, the tv also has DLNA compatibility which means it can stream video, music and pictures from a computer or media server. Build quality is excellent too. Worth paying the extra for a Sony (in my opinion)

- Sound quality could be better, but that's a small niggle and if you couple it to your AV system it's fine. Not many video formats supported using the streaming function but hopefully that will improve over time.

Was this review helpful?
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

purchased 19 Jun 2009

Score 10.0/10

Trevor , woodford green, Essex , “Multi-purpose viewer” More like this »

+ first time I have purchased a sony item no complaints as of yet and although expensive as we know we have to pay for quality

- as of today none

Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

purchased 21 Mar 2009

Score 10.0/10

Michael, Southport , “Multi-purpose viewer” More like this »

+ Superb design, Picture quality one of the best I've seen,it also handles motion very well and linked to a Blu-ray player the images are nothing less than brilliant,even my dvd's are wonderfull shown in 1080p.

- None that I have found.

Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

purchased 29 Jul 2009

Score 9.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ Reviewer left no comment

- High gloss frame to casing reflects

Was this review helpful?
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

purchased 01 Jun 2009

Score 8.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Multi-purpose viewer” More like this »

+ Picture and sound quality are good, although colour sometimes a little unrealistic.

- A bit more expensive than some other makes, manual could be better written. Should come with HDMI cable as standard.

Was this review helpful?
4 of 5 people found this review helpful

purchased 23 Apr 2009

Score 9.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ CLEAR PLAIN FACIA, CONTORLS OUT OF SIGHT, SILVER HORIZONTAL LINE GIVES THE IMPRESION OF BEING SMALLER.

- NO GREAT CONTROL OF THE RAINGE OF THE SOUND FROM BASS TO TREBLE

Was this review helpful?
4 of 5 people found this review helpful

purchased 03 May 2009

Score 9.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Sports and games fan” More like this »

+ Excellent TV at good price

- None

Was this review helpful?
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

purchased 04 Aug 2009

Score 9.0/10

Ron, Stockton-on-Tees , “Film and documentary lover” More like this »

+ Excellent on screen menu system and very simple to follow. I have not tried out the internet or Blu-ray so I can't comment on those. The analogue TV picture and sound are absolutely incredible considering that this will be phased out soon.

- Could not find any. Possibly cheaper alternatives but the alternatives don't deliver like this set.

Was this review helpful?
4 of 5 people found this review helpful

purchased 01 May 2009

Score 10.0/10

Jase, Oxon

+ Design of the actual monitor is unique, picture is crisp...quality on full hd (1080p) when watching sky hd or playing a games consol, i have a ps3 and cant get over how intense the picture quality is!!! Definate value for money!!

- Reviewer left no comment

Was this review helpful?
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

purchased 27 Jul 2009

Score 10.0/10

Linda, Old Coulsdon

+ It is easy to watch and makes viewing a pleasure.

- Took some time to set up and we are still learning!

Was this review helpful?
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

purchased 24 Jun 2009

Score 8.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ Reviewer left no comment

- Remote control is not user friendly

Was this review helpful?
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

purchased 04 Sep 2009

Score 9.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ An excellent product.

- My only (very minor) complaint is that the sound mute button on the remote unit could have been positioned more ergonomically so that i could deal with those infernal commercials more efficiently.

Was this review helpful?
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

purchased 28 Sep 2009

Score 9.0/10

Alex, Stoke on Trent

+ It has many features and alows you to change settings to get the best picture. Works great with my PS3!

- Reviewer left no comment

Was this review helpful?
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

purchased 30 Sep 2009

Score 8.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ Value, picture, sound, easy to install

- Shiny surround shows finger prints

Was this review helpful?
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

purchased 07 Apr 2009

Score 9.0/10

Roger, Portsmouth , “Multi-purpose viewer” More like this »

+ Excellent picture, easy set-up

- Pricey

Was this review helpful?
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

purchased 26 Apr 2009

Score 9.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Multi-purpose viewer” More like this »

+ Easy to set up and looks good

- Reviewer left no comment

Was this review helpful?
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

purchased 11 May 2009

Score 10.0/10

Ian, Chesterfield

+ Great Picture, fantastic value at "Dixons On Line" price.

- Sound only average, but easy to set up with a "Home Cinema" system

Was this review helpful?

purchased 30 Jul 2009

Score 9.0/10

Sam, Southampton

+ Very intuitive interface, nice and easy to use

- The DLNA support is great, but it has a limited number of videos formats it can play.

Was this review helpful?

purchased 31 Jul 2009

Score 9.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Occasional TV watcher” More like this »

+ Great quality and attractive. In-built freeview channels.

- TV Guide feature is not as easy to use as some.

Was this review helpful?

purchased 26 Jul 2009

Score 10.0/10

Stephen, Liverpool

+ Easy to use. great picture and sound quality

- So far none

Was this review helpful?

purchased 03 Aug 2009

Score 8.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ Excellent picture, reasonably easy to use, proper 'off' switch, looks good.

- A little complicated, manual doesn't explain some features very well.

Was this review helpful?

purchased 06 Aug 2009

Score 8.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Film and documentary lover” More like this »

+ slimline, easy to install, good picture,

- sound difficult to get right!!

Was this review helpful?

purchased 02 Aug 2009

Score 10.0/10

Jeanette, Hartlepool , “Multi-purpose viewer” More like this »

+ Nice look, easily installed

- None

Was this review helpful?

purchased 25 Jul 2009

Score 9.0/10

pauline, bournemouth , “Film and documentary lover” More like this »

+ Lovely picture. easy to set up.

- black seems to attract dust !

Was this review helpful?

purchased 27 Aug 2009

Score 9.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ Amazing picture quality
superb product

- Reviewer left no comment

Was this review helpful?

purchased 29 Aug 2009

Score 8.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ Good picture quality

- More expensive than some rivals

Was this review helpful?

purchased 31 Aug 2009

Score 9.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Film and documentary lover” More like this »

+ easy set up, great picture and stunning design.

- sound quality could be better.

Was this review helpful?

purchased 28 Aug 2009

Score 9.0/10

David, Penrith , “Multi-purpose viewer” More like this »

+ Sound and picture quality, angle of view, easy to use remote

- Slow start up, adverts on Guide+, no proper internet connection

Was this review helpful?

purchased 07 Sep 2009

Score 9.0/10

Stefan, Great Totham , “Film and documentary lover” More like this »

+ Good picture & sound

- no freesatHD

Was this review helpful?

purchased 11 Sep 2009

Score 9.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ Easy to set up, very good picture quality even when using the power saving option.

- none

Was this review helpful?

purchased 14 Sep 2009

Score 9.0/10

alan, york

+ fantstic picture qaulity and sound

- a bit pricey compared to other makes but i guess you get what you pay for

Was this review helpful?

purchased 21 Sep 2009

Score 7.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ Good picture

- Reflecive metal strip under screen

Was this review helpful?

purchased 30 Sep 2009

Score 10.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Occasional TV watcher” More like this »

+ VERY GOOD PICTURE QUALITY, EASY TO SET UP AND USE. BOUGHT IT FOR MY MUM FOR HER BIRTHDAY AND SHE LOVES IT.

- NONE

Was this review helpful?

purchased 01 Oct 2009

Score 8.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ good picture. Like the design

- sound could be a little better

Was this review helpful?

purchased 10 Oct 2009

Score 9.0/10

Gary, Stevenage , “Multi-purpose viewer” More like this »

+ excellent picture and sound quality. But the key element is the build and design looks amazing.

- none really would love to be able to stream media/video from it to other devices but I guess thats a whole new technology (like the slingbox) but perhaps something for the future

Was this review helpful?

purchased 11 Oct 2009

Score 10.0/10

Mary, Wick

+ excellent clear picture, really pleased with purchase

- cannot think of any

Was this review helpful?

purchased 11 Oct 2009

Score 8.0/10

Alan, Irvine , “Multi-purpose viewer” More like this »

+ Electronic Programme Guide, Connectivty, HD image quality.

- Disappointing sound, lacks depth.

Was this review helpful?

purchased 07 Oct 2009

Score 9.0/10

Mike, Thatcham

+ Picture, sound quality and appearance of the TV

- The instructions to connect an old VCR using an AV1/2 Scart socket are I believe inaccurate in the manual. So far I can only play and record to the old VCR via SCART using the Analogue TV selection and certainly not by selecting AV1 or AV2 as advised in the manual.

Was this review helpful?

purchased 11 Oct 2009

Score 8.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Sports and games fan” More like this »

+ Very easy to set up and use

- None

Was this review helpful?

purchased 13 Oct 2009

Score 10.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Multi-purpose viewer” More like this »

+ Reliable Sony product, good quality build, excellent picture and features on this model for a realistic price

- Realise how technology has pass me by, have now purchased a Sony Blu-ray Home Theatre Package to compliment this TV........no fault of the TV, just realised what I've been missing!

Was this review helpful?

purchased 13 Oct 2009

Score 9.0/10

ann, kidderminster , “Occasional TV watcher” More like this »

+ good clear picture and sound quality.

- could be a little unstable on it's stand. Not keen to drill through my new TV stand to attach a bolt as advised.

Was this review helpful?

purchased 13 Oct 2009

Score 9.0/10

Jeanette, Ipswich , “Film and documentary lover” More like this »

+ The clarity of the picture is excellent. Overall, we are VERY pleased with the television.

- The only small criticism would be the size of the border at the bottom of the screen, but I guess this has to be this size as it incorporates the speakers.

Was this review helpful?

purchased 19 Oct 2009

Score 7.0/10

John, Newport , “Multi-purpose viewer” More like this »

+ Quality of Freeview picture and quality of display of standard definition DVDs and Hard Disc recordings. Clean design. Autotuning quick and accurate, particularly for digital.

- Sound suffers because of small loudspeakers necessitated by design. Manual tuning procedure inadequately and confusingly described in instruction manual. Display of adverts on Programme Guide page is annoying.

Was this review helpful?

purchased 21 Oct 2009

Score 9.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ The ease of which the purchase went through was great
the price was excellent
the tv in comparison with other tv`s of similar size is far far better and exceeded my expectations
I dont think I will ever stray from buying a Sony ever again

- Reviewer left no comment

Was this review helpful?

purchased 16 Oct 2009

Score 8.0/10

Gillian, Preston , “Film and documentary lover” More like this »

+ Excellent picture.
Easy to set up, access guide and use.
Sound quality good, though sometimes a little muffled. I don't like surround sound (or multi speakers, or whatever it is termed) as it actually distracts me when something I see happening on screen, I actually hear from a totally different direction. I often (briefly) think it was caused by something else, such as the cat, or a visitor, in the fraction before I realise it is the TV, and this can break the spell. This sounds fine, but as I said, sometimes not quite sharp enough (maybe my hearing is going!).

- No really bad points.
I would have preferred a smaller unit - a 28/30 inch screen perhaps as it is in a small room, and even in a larger room, I don't want the TV to dominate, but there are fewer smaller ones, and the prices are not as competitive.
I don't like the starkness of the black surround - again it makes the TV stand out in the room. I chose it because my brother poined out to me that if I was watching something in widescreen, then the black bands at the top and bottom of the screen would be more noticeble against a different coloured surround, but I would have preferred a choice of something more in keeping with my furnishings, which are oak bookcases and fireplace.

Was this review helpful?
10 of 21 people found this review helpful

purchased 30 Mar 2009

Score 8.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Multi-purpose viewer” More like this »

+ Connectivity and design

- Sound quality could be better

Was this review helpful?
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

purchased 17 Apr 2009

Score 9.0/10

Judith , Swindn , “Occasional TV watcher” More like this »

+ Brilliant picture with good clarity and colour.

- Took some time to set up.

Was this review helpful?
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

purchased 12 Jul 2009

Score 9.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser

+ Very easy to set up.

- Reviewer left no comment

Was this review helpful?
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

purchased 24 Jul 2009

Score 8.0/10

Martyn, West Mids , “Multi-purpose viewer” More like this »

+ Good picture, easy to set up

- sound is ok for news & general programmes but watching movies is terrible.

Was this review helpful?
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

purchased 24 Jul 2009

Score 10.0/10

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Multi-purpose viewer” More like this »

+ Excellent picture quality and easy to use

- None

Was this review helpful?
0 of 3 people found this review helpful

purchased 29 Mar 2009

How we collect reviews »

Show more reviews »

« See only first 15 reviews

Like this product? Want to keep track of it? Add it to your shortlist »

Product Features

Screen Size in Inches 32
Type of Screen LCD
HD TV Full HD 1080p
Freeview or Freesat Tuner Freeview
Built-in Disc Player No
HDMI Interface 4
Number of Scart Interfaces 2
Frequency (Hz) 50
Contrast Ratio (X:1) 60000
Screen Resolution (pixels) 1080p
Reflection Angle 178
Screen Format 16:9
PC Interface Yes
USB Port Yes
Electronic Program Guide (EPG) Yes
Picture in Picture (PIP) Yes
Energy Savings Trust Feature No
Weight (kg) 12
Height in mm 536
Width in mm 798
Depth in mm 89
Freeview Yes
FreeSat Tuner No
Sound System S-Force Front Surround
Colour Black

Also known as: Sony KDL32V5500U, Sony KDL-32V5500, Bravia KDL-32V5500E

TV Buyers Guide  

Manufacturer's Description

Picture of innovation

Our stunning picture quality reaches a whole new dynamic level with the V5500. Experience true colour that comes alive in Full HD, and start home networking with all your digital devices to open up endless entertainment possibilities. All this and it conserves energy too.

See another way

Watch all your favourite shows in stunning HD detail. Like a window to your favourite stars, enhanced contrast, advanced colour reproduction and even crisper clarity will have you gazing in awe at its clarity.

Give it centre stage

Share photos, music or videos and even check which time it is on the other side of the world with the V5500’s new home networking features. What’s more, at the touch of a button you can select movies stored on your DLNA-enabled PC in another room and watch them on the big screen.

Pure Elegance

Featuring a new, slimmer and even more stylish draw the LINE concept, this TV doesn’t just work like a dream, it looks like one too. Accented by a subtle mirror finish ornament, the deep piano black finish creates an effortlessly contemporary look to flatter any living space.


Compare prices for Sony Bravia KDL-32V5500 on 21 Nov 2009

Retailer Customer satisfaction (in %) Delivery Price Total price Availability Buy
No retailer reviews yet Courier £471 + £20 delivery
£490
Out of stock

Check site
96% 1000+ reviews of Dixons Free delivery Courier £490free delivery
£490
In stock

Go
No retailer reviews yet Free delivery Courier £496free delivery
£496
In stock

Go
67% 92 reviews of Digital Empire Free delivery £500free delivery
£500
No info from retailer

Check site
No retailer reviews yet Free delivery Courier £524free delivery
£524
In stock

Go
95% 792 reviews of 1st Audio Visual Free delivery Courier £529free delivery
£529
In stock

Go
No retailer reviews yet Free delivery Royal Mail £530free delivery
£530
In stock

Go
No retailer reviews yet Free delivery Courier £539free delivery
£539
In stock

Go
No retailer reviews yet Free delivery Courier £540free delivery
£540
In stock

Go
94% 815 reviews of Electric Shop Free delivery Courier £540free delivery
£540
In stock

Go
No retailer reviews yet Free delivery Courier £550free delivery
£550
In stock

Go
100% 1 review of Comet Free delivery Courier £590free delivery 6% off with code 6500AW Copy and paste the code 6500AW into the field "Promotion code" on the Comet checkout page and get 6% off. This voucher is valid until Wed 25 November 2009
£555
£590
In stock

Go
98% 40 reviews of Ask Direct Free delivery Courier £560free delivery
£560
In stock

Go
No retailer reviews yet Free delivery £569free delivery
£569
In stock

Go
94% 1000+ reviews of Currys Free delivery Courier £599free delivery 5% off with code XMas5 Copy and paste the code XMas5 into the field "Promotional code" on the Currys checkout page and get 5% off. This voucher is valid until Wed 25 November 2009
£570
£599
In stock

Go
100% 1 review of Kitchen Science Free delivery Courier £615free delivery 3% off with code KS3 Copy and paste the code KS3 into the field "Promotional code" on the Kitchen Science checkout page and get 3% off. This voucher is valid until Mon 23 November 2009
£597
£615
In stock

Go
No retailer reviews yet Free delivery Courier £599free delivery
£599
In stock

Go
94% 1000+ reviews of PC World Free delivery Courier £599free delivery
£599
In stock

Go
100% 3 reviews of Superfi Courier £600delivery may apply
£600*
In stock

Go
96% 1000+ reviews of Tesco Courier £600 + £5 delivery
£605
In stock

Go
95% 64 reviews of Home Cinema TV Courier £595 + £10 delivery
£605
In stock

Go
91% 298 reviews of MicroWarehouse £640 + £7 delivery
£647
Out of stock

Check site

*delivery fee may apply

Get the latest consumer news and tips in your inbox!

Please enter your email address below