Do new hand planes need tuning out of the box?

Across r/handtools and r/woodworking threads on every plane in this list, the consensus is yes. Even premium Stanley Sweetheart models and the better-regarded budget options like the Jorgensens are described as needing sharpening, sole-checking, and often blade flattening before they perform well. Reviewers consistently warn beginners that an untuned new plane is not representative of what the tool can do.