One of the largest and most watched sporting events in the world is upon us as we get ready for Super Bowl LIX. This Sunday, February 9, 2025, the Philadelphia Eagles get set to take on the Kansas City Chiefs at the Superdome in New Orleans with kickoff teed up for 6:30 PM ET. The players are getting locked-in and set, but the real question is, are you all set?
If you’re the one doing the hosting for the big game, you need to make sure you have everything to make this one everyone will remember. The best must-have Super Bowl party essentials can make or break the big game, and ensuring you have the best entertainment setup is crucial. We did the grunt work for you and found the best setup to help you be the best host—and the best part is, this will take your normal entertainment experience to the next level for every big game day, beyond this Sunday.
Best Overall TV: Samsung 65-Inch Class OLED S90D 4K Smart TV
There are Samsung TVs, and then there is everything else. The S90D model has the perfect blend of functionality and affordability with stunning visuals to boot. The picture on this model of TV is simply stunning. A phenomenal and fully immersive OLED display makes you feel like you could touch the images displayed with vibrant Pantone-validated colors filling up the perfectly sized 65-inch screen.
With the Motion Xceleration with 144Hz tech, there is virtually no blur or lag with quick-paced, action-packed scenarios—like that of video games and watching sporting events. With AI-powered upscaling, all of our content is transformed into incredibly sharp 4K resolution for streaming, gaming,g movies, and gamedays. Samsung’s Smart TV Hub ensures a seamless experience for all of your favorite shoes, games, apps, and more. If you truly want to experience the Super Bowl, or any big game for that reason, this is the upgrade you need.
Best Budget TV: TCL 65-Inch QM85 QLED 4K Smart QD-Mini LED TV
No brand is better at making TVs with the best available tech and packaging it into a product that is affordable and accessible for all than TCL. With its QM85 model TV, you get the best at the best at a fraction of the price of other brands.
With its QLED and 4K UltraHD resolution, Quantum Dot tech, and QD-Mini LED Ultra, you get a picture that is so crisp and sharp that it is almost unreal—in the best way possible. Vibrant colors, deep blacks, and stunning contrast are all made possible by the 5,000 local dimming zones. 120Hz refresh rate is going to make watching the Super Bowl on this TV, one awesome visual experience that never skips on any of the action shots. With a price tag under $1,000 for a TV this loaded, you can’t go wrong picking it up—your gameday experiences will thank you later.
Best Audio Setup: KEF LSX II Wireless HiFi Speaker System
Now that you have your TV all picked out, are you ready to bring the boom? If not, you need this speaker system. These aesthetically looking compact speakers are a wireless HiFi speaker system that delivers insane audio clarity. With KEF’s Uni-Q driver array, this set makes it feel like you’re actually on the field, almost experiencing every hit and tackle. With an effortless synch, you can stream Apple AirPlay 2, and Google Chromecast and can use Bluetooth 5.0, HDMI ARC, and USB-C.
Best Seating Arrangement: CHITA Josie Performance Boucle 4-Piece Modular Sectional
So, your visuals and audio are ready—how about your sense of touch? In this case, it would be your seating arrangement. Move over Pottery Barn and Crate & Barrel; there’s a new kid on the block ready to give you a run for your money: enter CHITA. The result of elegance meets affordability, their stunning furniture has the build of the finest craftsmanship with a very reasonable price tag. Their Josie Boucle sectional can take your gameday, movie night, or Netflix & Chill sessions to the next level of comfort.
With its four-piece modular design and 115.7-inch build, you can fit plenty of bodies on this beaut come kickoff. Soft and fluffy backrests and arms make it almost feel cloud-like. The true standout feature in this sectional is the performance-blend materials. Basically, this means it’s resistant to spills and stains, so no matter if you’re celebrating excessively and accidentally knock over a beverage, your furniture will be okay.
Best Overall Grill: Charbroil Pro Series 4-Burner Gas Grill with Side Burner
So, you’ve got your living room all set. Now, all you need to do is make sure your setup outside is worthy of the title of Grillmaster. Charbroil’s new Pro Series has you covered, making sure you have one super versatile gas grill and plenty of grilling real estate with its 4-burner setup. Burgers, brats, hotdogs, wings, kabobs, no matter what you need to be grilled up, you can do it on this bad boy. With its charcoal-infused BBQ platter, you can make all of your grub Super Bowl-worthy this Sunday and beyond.
Best Portable Speaker: Bose SoundLink Max Portable Speaker
When you are getting everything all set on the grill outside, you need to make sure you still have some tunes going. Bose is the best of the best when it comes to speakers, and this SoundLink Max portable speaker is about as good as it comes. The bass on this speaker is overly impressive for its compact design. It delivers a rich and deep sound that can fill up any space, let alone an outdoor grilling station. With up to 20 hours of playtime, you can enjoy music for hours on end without the need of a charge. It is IP67 dust and waterproof, so if you accidentally splash a little liquid on it while in use, it’ll be good to go. It has Bluetooth capabilities, a USB-C, and a built-in 3.5 mm AUX input, for all of the audio needs you need and then some. A true must-have Super Bowl party essential.