TV sets have come a mighty long way in the last decade, so if you haven't upgraded yours for quite some time there's a great deal for you to discover in the world of TVs here in 2024.
If we're going as far back as purchasing your first flat screen TV many moons ago, you really are in for a treat. We've now moved way beyond the need for USBs, set top boxes, oh and did I say cables? We can now get our hands on a smart TV that already comes loaded with all the top streaming apps such as Netflix, Disney+, NOW, Apple TV, BBC iPlayer, itvX and lots more.
And that's not all, if you're subscribed to streaming services such as Sky, you'll be pleased to hear that you no longer require a Sky box. Oh no! You can now subscribe to Sky Glass. This entitles you to a smart TV that again comes loaded with all the top TV streaming apps and more, plus your chosen Sky streaming package where you can watch all the latest Sky Movies, Sky Sport, Sky Comedy, Sky Entertainment and so much more.
It's not only Sky that offers such a brilliant package. Amazon has its very own Amazon Fire TV Smart TV, which again, comes fully loaded with all the top TV streaming apps as well as Prime Video and all the apps that you would get on an Amazon Fire TV Stick, including Alexa voice control, saving you the hassle of having to navigate the extra devices.
So if you're considering purchasing a TV, which one you go for comes down to what level of 'smart' you're after and your budget. To help you decide which is the best smart TV for you - we have collated some top options for you below.
Best Smart TV 2024
1. Samsung 55" S90C OLED 4K HDR Smart TV
Key Features:
- Quantum HDR OLED: Powerful brightness for lifelike picture detail
- Neural Quantum Processor 4K: Samsung's most powerful 4K AI processor that upgrades content to 4K resolution
- Anti-Reflection Screen: Experience the brilliant picture from every single angle with minimal glare
- Dolby Atmos® Technology: Virtual surround sound
Fifty five inches is a good size TV for any living room size - it's not overwhelmingly big or so small that you can barely see your apps on the screen.
Buy now from Samsung (£1,299).
2. LG OLED 65 Inch OLED HDR 4K Ultra HD Smart TV
Key features:
- Advanced picture and functionality
- Bright, bold visuals thanks to the Brightness Booster Max
- Flush fit - nearly zero gap wall mount with the with One Wall Design
- Smart Functionality - including ThinQ AI, WebOS, and Hands-Free Voice Recognition
- Immersive entertainment with Dolby Atmos and Vision
This 65 inch LG option comes complete with 4K HDR viewing and immersive sound, that will provide you with a fantastic cinema-at-home experience. The built-in One Wall design means you'll have a seamless flush-to-the-wall mounting, for an even better cinema-feel.
Their OLED evo tech provides supreme contrast, 100% colour accuracy, and pixel-perfect detail- and together with an advanced Brightness Booster Max, you'll get a stunning picture, from any angle, in any light environment.
Buy now from John Lewis (£2,099.99). was £2,399.99
3. Amazon Fire TV 55-inch 4-series 4K UHD smart TV
Key features:
- Includes Alexa
- Includes Fire TV
- Brilliant 4K Ultra HD - 'brings scenes to life with vivid colour, brightness and clarity'
- Includes Dolby Digital Plus - for surround sound across multiple compatible devices.
According to Amazon, it's "a TV experience that's always getting smarter".
A TV built for TV lovers - this Amazon Fire TV 4-Series brings you 4K Ultra HD entertainment, vivid picture quality, access to more than a hundred thousand films and TV episodes, yep just let that sink in. You also get the magic of Alexa to your living room. Just press the remote control and ask Alexa to watch what you want, when you want.
Impressive!
Buy now from Amazon (£349.99), was £479.99
4. Samsung (2023) 50 Inch LED HDR 4K Ultra HD Smart TV, with TVPlus
Key features:
- Pure colour - shows true colours
- Crystal Processor 4K - Enhances picture and sound quality
- Smart TV - has all your favourite content in one place
With this 50 inch Samsung smart TV you'll get the very best in both picture and sound quality with the powerful 4K processor. You'll be able to lose yourself in the vividness of Samsung’s PurColour tech, not to mention sound that tracks and follows the on-screen action. Which is ideal for lovers of action-packed films.
You can control all compatible devices with the One Remote, as well as accessing a world of online entertainment and handy home apps via Samsung's Smart platform. Plus so much more.
Buy now from John Lewis (£379).
5. JVC LT-32CR230 32" Smart HD Ready HDR LED TV - £139
Key features:
- Over 500,000 movies and TV shows available
- Customise your home screen to show your favourites and pick up where you left off
- Freeview Play
- 3 HDMI ports for connecting other devices
You'll be able to discover and enjoy over 500,000 movies and TV shows from the likes of Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+ plus so much more, and experience a host of vibrant colours and true-to-life contrast which is guaranteed to enhance your viewing experience.
At 32" and only £139, this affordable high spec option is ideal for a bedroom, which is good news for anyone who tends to nod off mid show as you can customise your home screen for easy access to your favourite TV shows and films and pick up where you left off! You can also catch up on shows you've missed straight from the TV guide with Freeview Play.
6. Samsung 40 Inch Smart Full HD HDR LED TV - £249
Key features:
- Micro dimming technology - improves the contrast by dimming individual sections of the TV screen
- Dolby Digital Plus surround sound system
- Voice control - works with Amazon Alexa and Google assistant
- Tizen operating system - connects to the TVs smart hub
- Compatible with the following smart apps: Now TV, disney+, Netflix, BBC iPlayer, ITV Hub, My5, All 4, Amazon Prime, YouTube
Enjoy crisp, clear Full HD picture quality with HDR with this 40 inch smart Samsung TV while making the most of vibrant images that bring every viewing moment to life.
It's a slim TV with a very narrow rim designed to look super sleek from any angle.
The Samsung TV Plus features provides instant access to loads of extra free TV channels, straight out of the box (all you need is an internet connection), where you can find movies, entertainment, sports, news and children's channels. There's absolutely no need for sign-ups, subscriptions or credit cards – it's 100% free!
If you're into gaming, the Game Mode has been designed to optimise the TV's settings for playing video games with a gaming console, such as a PlayStation, Xbox or Nintendo Switch.
7. Amazon Fire TV 32-inch 2-Series 720p HD smart TV
Key features:
- Includes Alexa
- Access all your entertainment in one place
- Stream free films and series
- Bring your entertainment to any room
- Wireless Bluetooth listening
- Downloadable games from Amazon App store
This 32 inch Fire TV brings films and series to life. Watch all your favourite entertainment including over a hundred thousand films and TV programmes with thousands available to watch for free, from any room in your home.
With the Fire TV Alexa Voice Remote, you can use your voice to navigate content and head straight to what you want to watch or listen to, as well as control your smart home devices in one place, and so much more.
Buy now from Amazon (£239.99), was £249.99
8. Bush 40 Inch Smart FHD HDR LED Freeview TV - £189.99
Key features:
40 inches
LED TV Screen
Works with Alexa
Compatible with the following smart apps: Netflix, BBC iPlayer, ITV Hub, My5, All 4, Amazon Prime, YouTube.
Using Alexa voice control to switch your smart Bush TV on is a very good start.
This 40 inch Bush TV has everything you need for a basic smart TV, including a superior picture quality to give you that cinematic effect. This is a great option for anyone that wants easy access to their favourite films and TV shows without all the extra added functions that you can get with higher priced smart TVs. For the price, this is a terrific option.
9. Sky Glass 43", Sky TV & Netflix
The total cost of a Sky Glass TV depends on which streaming package you opt for. Starting from £14 per month, this entitles you to a 43" Smart TV with Dolby Atmos sound and includes Sky TV and Netflix, which also comes with Sky's award-winning Sky Originals and Sky Exclusives, plus over 100 fantastic channels that you won't find on Freeview.
You'll get 3 months for free after which the total cost returns to £40 a month. You can either choose a flexible 31 day rolling contract which you can cancel at anytime. Or go for an 18-month contract that is better value for your money.
There are other packages available that include even more TV and film to stream, and if you're wanting an even bigger TV, there's also the option to get hold of a 55" option too.
Buy now from Sky (from £14 per month).
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What does 4K mean?
4K - Includes 4000 pixels, the more pixels there are, the higher the quality of the image will be. All digital images are made up of pixels (teeny weeny areas of light. Put together these make up the entire image).
What is OLED?
Organic Light-Emitting Diodes - This is what produces a higher picture quality.
What is HDR?
High Dynamic Range - This offers a more natural and realistic picture output even with a widened range of contrast.
What is UHD?
Ultra-High Density - This will give your TV sharper results
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