In this article we check out the best TV for a kitchen UK. Many people like the convenience of being able to watch TV, when they are working or cooking in their kitchen.
These days it is also very easy to have the TV also suitable for playing videos, listening to music and even watching things like YouTube and Netflix. This is often referred to as streaming.
The most popular styles used these days, are those that attach under a cupboard, and are usually kept in place by some type of hanging brackets.
We have included an image of that just to the right. The days when the small TV used to sit in the corner of the kitchen are pretty much gone.
Many of the other smaller TVs available, also use a simple stand to keep them in place. Just remember, if you go for that option, it will take up a bit of valuable counter or worktop space.
So fundamentally you have a couple of choices, a small TV on a stand, that can sit under a cupboard and on top of a counter, or, one that hangs down from a bracket. With the bracket option it can be left there, or indeed pushed under a cupboard when not in use.
These are also popular in caravans, mobile homes and in many holiday homes.
What Else Does a Kitchen TV Need?
The sky is the limit now for what programs you want to watch. You can opt for the basic channels by using an indoor, or external aerial. Many of the small TVs also come with Freeview built in to them.
The more expensive options are the Smart TVs which can be hooked up to features like Netflix, YouTube etc. Again most of these TVs will work with the various "sticks" available such as the Amazon Fire.
Many TVs also come with built-in radio, and that is handy for listening to the news or a bit of music as you work.
Most people will not want or need the full range of TV services in their kitchen. Mainly it is to have something on when you are cooking, or perhaps having something to eat in the morning or late evening.
Things To Watch Out For In Your Kitchen
STEAM - the one thing to watch out for is the amount of steam in the kitchen!
Cooking will create steam, and of course there may be some oil/grease created. Over a period of time that can build up inside a TV. You need to be just a little bit careful, when it comes to locating your TV.
Ideally it should be away from the main cooking area, and also away from the sink area. You do not want to get moisture anywhere near a TV for safety reasons. Just take a little time where you should locate your television.
Power Supply for Your TV
One other thing you will want to consider is where can you get power to your TV. Most TVs work off the main's supply, so you will need to be able to plug it in somewhere close to its location. The other option is to buy a TV that is powered by a battery. Bear in mind though, that the battery will need regular charging.
TV Aerial
Depending on what you want to watch, it may also need an aerial. Many of the TVs come with a built-in internal aerial. That may just not be strong enough to pick up a good reception. You may need to connect it up to an external aerial, or through your cable network.
Freeview
For a free service such as Freeview it needs to be connected to an aerial. If you bought your TV after 2010, it will already have Freeview built into it. Ideally you need an aerial pointing in the right direction towards a transmitter. Some indoor (loft or portable) aerials may pick up Freeview, but for best results we recommend a roof aerial.
Top 5 Small TVs Suitable for a Kitchen
Below we have shown what we believe to be the best small televisions that will be suitable for most kitchen types. We have based these on two things which are value for money, and highly rated by actual real life buyers. Hopefully you will find that really useful.
1. August DA100D Small TV
This small TV is a 10" option and quite popular for use in the kitchen, bedrooms and even in caravans and trucks.
This TV supports DVB-T and DVB-T2 boxes and you can use it to watch Freeview HD in the UK
It can receive all digital radio stations and allows scheduled TV recording.
The TV also has stereo loudspeakers, an antenna, an AV connection, a min-HDMI port and a headphone jack.
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Average Price: £140
82% customer satisfaction based on 900+ online buyers
Easy to Install
This is a compact and portable TV with USB, Micro SD and a HDMI which is easy to set up
Picture Quality
Online buyers say the picture is very good and the sound is OK
Value for Money
This is about the average of what you would expect to pay for this type of kitchen TV
No 2 - RCA RB24F1A 24 Inch HD TV
This is a 24" model but also available in larger sizes. It has a slim, lightweight design that saves you space.
The TV set comes with a HDMI port, a VGA port, a MINI AV Input face, and a USB Input. Various interfaces allow you to insert more devices on this TV.
It comes with 2 bottom brackets and can also be wall mounted.
It has a Dolby sound system with an LED screen.
Easy to Install
Like all newer TVs this does take an initial setup.
Picture Quality
Online buyers say the picture is very good and the sound is OK
Value for Money
At under £110 we think this one is very good value for money
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Average Price: £106
86% customer satisfaction based on 6,500+ online buyers
No 3 - Cello 2220S 22" HD LED TV
This is a 22" model but also available in larger sizes. It is a table mount though you can also attach to a bracket. (100 x 200 mm bracket)
It is a wide screen tv and is HD ready and comes with the Digital HD Freeview Channels
It also has a built-in satellite tuner, a USB where you can record digital TV and play media files from other devices
Also has a HDMI input for your external devices and consoles
Easy to Install
Buyers say easy to setup and even easier to use.
Picture Quality
Online buyers say the picture and sound quality are excellent.
Value for Money
At around £140 we think this one is good value for money
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Average Price: £130
84% customer satisfaction based on 4,600+ online buyers
No 4 - Toshiba 24WK3C64DB 24-Inch 720P Smart TV
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This is a 24" TV that is HD ready and supports Netflix, Prime Video, Freeview, Amazon Instant Video, Alexa and YouTube.
You can connect your broadband wireless connection easily to this TV
It also has great sound using Dolby Audio
Many buyers use this in their dining room and like the overall appearance.
Easy to Install
Pretty simple setup, good remote control and easy to use.
Picture Quality
Online buyers say the picture is very good and the sound is also good.
Value for Money
At around £160 we think this one is good value for money
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Average Price: £140
90% customer satisfaction based on 3,900+ online buyers
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