📺Choosing the best kitchen TV in 2020

Most of the time a person is in the kitchen. In order to make it more fun, more interesting to cook, wash the dishes, do household chores, you can place a TV there.

The editorial staff of the site "bestx.htgetrid.com/en/" offers you an overview of the best TVs for the kitchen, structured by price categories, ranging from the most budgetary to the premium class.

Kitchen TVs

The diagonal of the TV is selected depending on the square of the kitchen. The choice is also influenced by the viewing angle, since in this room you will have to look at the screen not only from one specific place, but from different angles, while working, cooking, cleaning tables, washing the stove, and so on. Therefore, kitchen models differ from those that are purchased for the living room, bedrooms, bathrooms. Here, the TV must also ideally fit into the interior of kitchen furniture, complement it.

To avoid mistakes when buying, you need to know how to choose the right device, how much it costs, what the price depends on, learn to understand its technical characteristics, features of diagonals, extensions, and so on. The description of the parametric data of all models as a whole, as well as the rating of the best in the current year, will help to decide which one is better to buy.

Features of built-in models in kitchen furniture

In the kitchen, you can buy any model that has mounts for installation on the wall, as well as with the correct diagonal. But there are special options for appliances that are built into the kitchen set, thereby there is a perfect combination of an electrical appliance with the interior.

They produce two types of built-in TVs:

• purchased separately, complete with a waterproof remote control, sprays, wipes designed to care for the screen surface. On the frame of such a device there are large buttons for switching channels. In this case, it is fixed in any suitable cabinet with screws, having previously removed the door or leaving it, and opened when viewing TV programs and very carefully closed to avoid damage to the screen. The method is convenient if there is no special connector in the furniture. This type of TV is an inexpensive option, since it is cheaper than built-in furniture;
• there are televisions on sale that are already built into a headset, refrigerator, wardrobe and even a hood. This innovation will serve well the owners of small kitchens and will become an integral part of the interior. But for larger rooms, it makes no sense to buy this type of device because of the miniature diameter of the screen. They are not rich in additional useful functionality, but they add an immodest cost to the furniture / equipment itself.

As you can see, TVs are made not only for living rooms and bedrooms. It is quite possible to acquire such luxury for the kitchen, or even the bathroom. According to many buyers, these electrical appliances are not superfluous, because they do quite well to make it easier for the hostess to spend her daily long stay in the kitchen.But, although the screens are resistant to many irritating environmental factors, they are still strongly exposed in kitchens to various vibrations from other electrical appliances, moisture, temperature extremes, which can contribute to their rapid failure, which should be paid special attention to.

Parametric data

The characteristics of TV models act as important selection categories. A good device will serve in the house for more than a decade, provided it is used correctly. Therefore, having studied these parameters, the features of all popular models of LCD TV, taking into account the ratio of price and quality, you can do without mistakes when choosing. After all, the TV should become a pleasant, successful and useful purchase, have positive properties, be without any flaws, justify all the expectations of the owners and its cost with materials of manufacture, sound, and appearance.

room	Parameter	Characteristic
1	Image quality	The purchase of an LCD TV is carried out in order to view films, TV programs, TV series on it with a more natural color reproduction, high contrast, high-quality sound, and an ideal image. Modern technologies have led to such an innovation as UHD - this is an expansion of a high-precision screen of 3840x2160 (8 million pixels), better than standard FHD, in which the expansion does not exceed 1080p (2 million pixels).
2	Brightness	Any display equipment should have a margin of brightness so that when the ambient light changes, it does not interfere with the color rendering of the image, as well as for comfortable viewing of various scenes. This indicator, among small-sized models, ranges from 250 to 400 cd / m², for higher diagonals the value increases, for example, a 36-inch screen has a brightness of 500 cd / m². With support for Dolby Vision and HDR10, the image acquires the highest quality brightness, expanded color possibilities.
3	Viewing angle	The viewing angle gives the picture quality on LCD TVs. Therefore, when buying, you should check how the picture looks from different sides and from a distance. This indicator is indicated in degrees; in the passport, a value of 175 degrees horizontally / vertically will be quite sufficient.
4	Connection	When choosing, it is important to consider what exactly is required to be connected to the electrical appliance, whether there are enough connectors, are there all the most necessary ones. Currently, you can connect almost any electronics, for example, a game console, camcorders, cameras, computers, flash drives and more. There are several connection interfaces: • standard input for a satellite dish; • HDMI - for transmission of signals of the highest properties up to 2560x1440 pixels; • SCART - sound and image is transmitted using a cable; • VGA or D-Sub - the cable connects the computer to the TV; • DLNA - support with which you can connect any computer device to the screen and view images saved not only on your hard drive, but also posted on the Internet; • USB flash drives are connected via USB.
5	Pixels	These are digital dots that transmit a color image on the screen, monitor, displays of any devices. The higher the content of pixels in the matrix, the better the image.
6	Matrix	This is the main part of the screen, composed of liquid crystals, hence the name LCD TV. There are several types of matrix: • LCD technology using liquid crystal elements through which an electric current passes, which leads to the display of the image on the monitor; • IPS-matrix, has a wide viewing angle, betrays colors better, but with less contrast; • plasma, inside of which are cells with an inert gas and a phosphor coating, which transmit colors using ultraviolet rays. Plasma TVs are manufactured only in large sizes from 32 inches, so they are suitable only for large kitchens; • OLED-matrix contains LED elements of organic origin, through which electric current passes, thereby obtaining an image transmission on the screen, superior in quality to Led-development.
7	Screen resolution	3 types of screen resolutions for kitchens: • 1280x720r; • 1080х1080p - the picture quality is average; • 1920х1080 pixels - the maximum, the image quality is high.
8	Diagonal	In the passport for each device, a diagonal is prescribed, determined in inches. It is necessary to take into account the distance from which the TV will be viewed, so a large diagonal should not be purchased if the kitchenette is small.
9	Image contrast	The value of how much one area of ​​a white picture is brighter than an adjacent area of ​​black. With a low contrast ratio, black will appear gray.
10	Functions	• 3D-capability allows you to watch movies at home in 3D-format, moreover, new models no longer need to be equipped with appropriate glasses, as they show images in a ready-made volumetric form; • Smart TV - receiving a signal using the Internet, frees users from additional cable pulling of any provider, which can be significantly saved; this requires Wi-Fi; • 4K is a technology that provides 4 times higher picture quality.
11	Control	There is manual control, using the buttons on the TV panel, through the remote control, as well as voice and gesture - a useful innovation, but the presence of which significantly increases the cost of the device itself.
12	The size	Depending on the size of the kitchen, the diagonal of the TV is selected: • a small kitchen of 6-9 m² can be equipped with a TV with a screen of 18-20 inches, viewing comfortable for vision will be at a distance of at least 2.5 meters; the moisture resistance of the screen will protect it from greasy splashes, steam during cooking in a small kitchen; • in a medium-sized kitchen (up to 15 m²), you can install a 25-32-inch TV, the normal distance is 3 meters to eye level; • spacious (from 18 m²) ideal for watching TV programs on models with a diagonal of 32 inches, for example, plasma.
13	Location and fastening	The TV set can be equipped with stands for convenient placement on any horizontal surface, or with special hanging devices for vertical installation, namely: • swivel bracket, fixed with screws to the profiles attached to the wall; • a bracket fixed between cabinets and shelves is suitable for small screen diagonals.
14	Screen shape	Produced for many years with a flat display. For a more flexible viewing angle, live and clear image transmission, televisions with curved screens began to be produced. This is a question of price and taste of the buyer.
15	Sound	Sound power gives sound power. The larger it is, the brighter and clearer the volume. Basically, LCD TVs have 2 built-in speakers, the power of which is different for each model (from 2-16 W). Some are manufactured with Dolby Digital support for superior sound quality and clarity. At a cost, such a device will cost more.

Thus, the cost of a TV directly depends on how high-quality its assembly is, what is the color rendering, sound purity, brightness, what functions it has and much more. This rating is carried out among the highest quality models based on three price groups. The price also depends on the popularity of the brand.

Everyone decides which model to buy on their own, taking into account their own budgetary possibilities, individual wishes.

Most popular manufacturers

As a result of ranking the reviews of TV owners who have TV devices in the kitchen, the most popular brands in demand, making decent products in different price categories, stand out. Among these are the following:

• Harper is a fairly young company, has existed for several years, is promising, is actively gaining popularity, produces economy-class equipment, but in terms of reliability and functionality it is in no way inferior to many peer-to-peer manufacturers. It is distinguished by its presentability, beautiful picture, good sound, surprisingly rich "filling". So, for example, you can pick up a TV that can record TV programs on a flash drive, stop watching movies for any desired period of time.

In the manufacture of TV-panels, only LED technology (Light-Emitting Diode) is used - red, white, green and blue LEDs, the light output of which occurs under the influence of an electric current on them. Many elderly users note an important point, which is how convenient the menu is, how easy it is to operate the remote control. The disadvantages include the lack of the ability to use Smart TV (watching movies, TV series, cartoons using the Internet), as well as a modest range of products;

• Fusion is a growing manufacturer of models, small in size, but very good in image quality. They are on sale at an affordable price, which makes it possible for many to purchase this device with the preservation of most of the material resources. You can safely buy it for a kitchen, a summer residence, since the proportions of the sides are small. The highest quality picture with ideal color reproduction, a full-fledged Full HD property, a good viewing angle are provided in models with a diagonal of at least 22 inches.

But you should not expect the most innovative characteristics from such a TV, since there is always a ratio of price and quality;

• Philips is a consumer electronics company that belongs mainly to the middle class in terms of price, functionality, as the focus is still on the consumer with an average income. Creates TVs even with 3D support, the latest backlighting Design stylish, pleasant sound, colors are quite saturated. The disadvantages are some complexity of control, but this is a matter of habit, as well as not too smart TV, which can be directly annoying;
• Akai is a highly sought-after Japanese brand in the mid-range price range. As a business card, it uses the initial splash screen in the form of a fan, which immediately speaks of the country of origin.

The models of this manufacturer support many formats, differ in a wide viewing angle, which is very useful for their placement in the kitchen, sound volume, many additional qualities, they are characterized by adequate Smart TV operation. Some owners point out not quite high-quality assembly;

• Sony is one of the most popular Japanese manufacturers, has been around for several decades, the pioneer of premium electrical appliances. Standard functions, a large number of additional features work well, flawlessly. The image is of perfect quality, the latest technological development is used in the manufacture of TVs in the form of OLED displays (organic light-emitting diodes, which give the highest color saturation). The devices themselves are elegant in design, thin, large in diameter, at least 32-inch, so their cost is appropriate;
• LG is a Korean firm that is in high demand among a wide range of consumers. This demand was not achieved in vain, because manufactured brand models have been present in the sales network for many decades. They differ in OLED-style matrices with 4K resolution, ranging from HD-Ready to Ultra-HD.

Smart-models with non-standard curved screens are also produced, which undoubtedly increases the assessment of the product and the rating of the manufacturer itself. Most TVs have voice control and gesture control, a convenient Magic Remote;

• Samsung is an equally popular brand for the production of high-end electrical appliances at various prices, but, in general, TVs of this brand are available to many. If you want to spend money on models of the highest quality, then you should take a closer look at the premium Ultra High Definition screens with the Tizen operating platform, which have a fashionable concave shape, a wide viewing angle, thin frames, and a balanced set of a large number of functions. The disadvantage is considered by some to be unnatural brightness of the color.

Thus, the question of which company is better to buy a TV set is decided by everyone independently, since manufacturers present their products at a cost directly based on their quality, functionality, and also their celebrity. When making a purchase, you need to estimate the budget, not forgetting about the price-quality ratio of the models.

Rating of the best TVs in the kitchen 2020

For ease of study, this rating is divided into three price categories: inexpensive, average cost, premium. The review has been compiled on the basis of many reviews, evaluations of buyers who already use kitchen TV devices, which will provide irreplaceable assistance in choosing. Thus, the TOP 10 of the best TVs for the kitchen this year is given.

Budget category

Thomson T24RTE1020

One of the most inexpensive LCD TVs with a diagonal of 23.6 inches (60 cm), a resolution of 1366x768, 720p HD. There is LED backlighting, Direct LED, stereo NICAM sound with two speakers, each with a power of 3 W, refresh rate index - 50 Hz. Brightness - 240 cd / m². The viewing angle is 176 degrees. Supports DVB-T, DVB-C, formats: MP3, MPEG4, JPEG, Xvid, MKV, as well as USB, VGA, HDMI inputs. Cost: within 7900 rubles.

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HARPER 20R470

LCD TV with a diagonal of 19.5 (50 cm), a resolution of 1366 × 768, 720p HD, LED-backlight. 10 W stereo sound. Viewing angle - 170 degrees, refresh rate index - 60 Hz. Supports MP3, MPEG4, JPEG, Wi-Fi. Price - 5460 rubles.

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LG 20MT48VF

A popular manufacturer presents to the attention of buyers a TV that is inexpensive for such a brand (7,800 rubles), but is quite good in quality. Diagonal - 20 (51 cm), resolution 1366 × 768, 720p HD, LED-backlit, and Edge LED. Stereo sound with a power of 6 watts. Viewing angle - 90 ° / 65 °, refresh rate index - 50 Hz. This model is available with support for DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-C, DVB-S2, as well as MP3, WMA, MPEG4, DivX, MKV, JPEG formats.

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Average price category

AKAI LES-28A67W

The TV is created on the Android platform, supports Smart TV, wireless Internet. Diagonal 28 inches (71 cm), but the model looks quite compact in a spacious kitchen. Viewing angle - 178 degrees, resolution - 1366 × 768, 720p HD, brightness - 210 cd / m². Stereo sound with a power of 12 W, refresh rate index - 50 Hz. Contains digital tuners DVB-C, DVB-T2, DVB-T. Price - 11 180 rubles.

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Toshiba 23RL933R

It contains LED backlighting, a digital DVB-T / DVB-C tuner, based on a Full HD matrix with a resolution of 1920 × 1080, a screen diagonal of 23 inches (58 cm). You can wirelessly connect to your laptop. Viewing angle - 178 degrees, brightness indicator - 250 cd / m². 10 W stereo sound. This model costs about 12 thousand rubles.

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Philips 24PHS4032

The diagonal of this unit is 23.6 (60 cm), resolution 1366 × 768, 720p HD, LED backlight LED. NICAM stereo sound with two speakers, power of 3 W, refresh rate index - 60 Hz. Brightness - 280 cd / m2. The viewing angle is 178 degrees. Supported formats MP3, WMA, MPEG4, HEVC (H.265), MKV, JPEG Cost - 14,490 rubles.

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Sony KDL-22EX550

Diagonal 22 (56 cm), resolution 1366 × 768, 720p HD, light-emitting diode (LED) backlighting and Edge LED are. The viewing angle is 170 degrees, the brightness is 250 cd / m². 16 W stereo sound. Formats: MP3, WMA, MPEG4, DivX, JPEG. The model is available with a multi-screen function, there is also a sleep timer, child protection, Smart TV. Interconnection with a telephone is possible.

It costs about 13-14 thousand rubles.

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Premium category

AquaView 22 Smart TV

The diagonal of this unit is 22 (56 cm), ideal for a standard kitchen, resolution 1680 × 1050, 720p HD, LED backlight. Stereo sound with two speakers, 5 W each, refresh rate index - 50 Hz. Brightness - 450 cd / m². The viewing angle is 176 degrees. The inputs are as follows: AV, VGA, USB, Wi-Fi. The cost is 62,000 rubles.

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AVEL AVS240K (Magic Mirror)

TV diagonal 23.8 (60 cm), resolution 1920 × 1080, 1080p Full HD, LED backlighting. Stereo sound with two speakers, 16 W, refresh rate index - 50 Hz. Brightness - 250 cd / m². Viewing angle - 178 °. Supported formats: MP3, WMA, MPEG4, MKV, JPEG, inputs: AV, audio x2, VGA, HDMI x2, Ethernet (RJ-45), Wi-Fi, Miracast, 2 USB.

The cost is 57,500 rubles.

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SAMSUNG UE40MU6450U

The best TV, in the opinion of many buyers, since it is of decent quality, ideally fits any interior of a spacious kitchen, perfectly complements and decorates it. Diagonal - 40 inches (102 cm), 3840 × 768 resolution, supports 4K UHD, HDR, LED backlight. Viewing angle - 170 degrees, refresh rate - 100 Hz. Stereo sound power - 20 watts. Inputs: AV, component, HDMI x3, USB x2, Ethernet (RJ-45), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, WiDi, Miracast. Formats: MP3, WMA, MPEG4, DivX, MKV, JPEG. Smart TV model.

Interconnection with a telephone is possible. It costs about 42,260 rubles.

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Thus, in order to choose a good quality TV for the kitchen, you need to take into account a lot of parametric data, as well as compare all the desired characteristics with your own material capabilities. Cheap technology may not include all the useful and necessary features. If you want to become the owner of a model that supports most of modern digital technologies, then you need to consciously prepare for the fact that money spending will be inevitable. But such an electrical appliance will last a long time, fully justify its cost with quality.

If you have experience in operating TVs in the kitchen, described in the rating, or a more interesting model, tell us about it in the comments.