Best antenna for Samsung smart tv 2025

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Hi, I’m looking for a good antenna that works well with a Samsung Smart TV (2025 model). I want to get free local HD channels with a strong signal. Do I need an amplified antenna, or will a regular one do? Any recommendations or tips on settings to get better reception would be great. Thanks!

[Pianodude58]

For strong local HD channel reception on your Samsung Smart TV, an amplified indoor antenna is generally recommended, especially if you live further from broadcast towers. While a regular antenna might work in areas with strong signals, an amplified one can boost the signal strength, ensuring you receive more channels and a clearer picture.

It is a tricky process to suggest the right antenna for you to purchase. I tried several before finding the one that worked for my situation. I can receive over 100 channels with my amplified indoor antenna.

[TECHTTYY · Accepted solution]

Amplified indoor antennas are recommended, especially if you live far from broadcast towers.
Regular antennas can work in strong signal areas, but amplified antennas give better range and clarity, helping pull in more channels with better quality.

What you can do next:

1. Try a popular amplified antenna like:

   • Mohu Leaf 50

   • ClearStream Eclipse

   • Gesobyte or 1byone indoor HDTV antennas

2. Test placement — near a window and higher up is usually better.

3. Use the Samsung TV’s channel scan feature under Settings > Broadcasting > Auto Program.