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We give each TV a ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳score made up of:
We give TVs a technical and subjective assessment of how well each model can handle a number of different source materials. Because both free-to-air and streaming providers stream most shows in HD, HD makes up 25% of the overall TV score.
We assess how well each TV can handle a number of different source materials. We've found that high resolution TVs often struggle to upscale SD streaming or free-to-air broadcast, which can mean the overall picture quality suffers. Our test aims to find models that handle both types well.
Filmmaker Mode disables most of the post-processing on your TV (such as colour adjustments and image smoothing) to deliver a more cinematic picture that's as close to the director's original intentions as possible. If Filmmaker Mode isn't available, we test in the manufacturer's Movie/Cinema mode.
Our tester checks the size and spacing of the buttons, dials or touch pads to make sure they're easy to reach, logically grouped and not too close together. The remote's overall size and shape is assessed for how well it fits in the hand and how easy it is to use with one hand.
We've increased our testing in this area as smart TVs have become an intrinsic part of the modern smart home.
We test to find TVs with an interface that's consistently easy to read and follow. We also look for models that tell the user what's happening and clearly show which button to press, or what to do next.
Online streaming now delivers 4K quality video, so we look at 4K content to see which TVs deliver the best overall picture.
Standby and in-use energy is measured to calculate the annual cost of running the TV. This test uses an average of four hours of TV a day and leaves the TV in standby mode when it's not in use.
EPG refers to the electronic program guide. This accounts for 5% of the ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳Expert Rating.
Our tester plays a number of high quality voice and music recordings on a DVD player connected to the TV and compares it to a reference system. We test at a volume that would be comfortable in a normal-sized room and also at a volume that flexes the model's prowess.
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Our experts test dozens of TV models from Bauhn (Aldi), EKO, Ffalcon, Hisense, Kogan, LG, Metz, Samsung, Sony and TCL, and have test results for discontinued models from Akai, Blaupunkt, Changhong, ChiQ, Hitachi, Linsar, Panasonic, Philips, Polaroid, Soniq, Toshiba and Viano.
Our priority is to test the models you'll see in stores and major online retailers. To do this, we check current market data to see what's popular. We also test models that a lot of members have requested.
We have our own on-site TV lab that's equipped with precisely calibrated measurement tools and reference machines to test and compare products. Every model is tested in a standardised way to align with Australian and International Standards.
Our expert testers, Scott O'Keefe, James Thomson and Elias Plastiras, have many years of combined experience testing and reviewing home entertainment products.
Unlike other product review sites, we don't normally accept free test models from manufacturers. This allows us to be independent and review without interference. Instead, we buy products anonymously from a variety of retailers, then bring them into our labs. This means we get what you'd get, and can be sure the model hasn't potentially been 'tweaked' for better performance.
Because new TVs are released throughout the year, we test our TVs in batches. We do this up to a dozen times each year.
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Most reliable TV brands
Find the TV brands that last, as reported by the people who own and use them.
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Where's my brand?Common faults
View tooltipCompare brands by commonly reported faults. Brands with a lower percent had fewer faults, so are a better choice.
Source: ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳survey data from 2380 TVs purchased between 2013-2022.
Brand reliability score
View tooltipBrands that scored best for reliability over time.
Source: ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳survey data from 2380 TVs purchased between 2013-2022.
Brand satisfaction score
View tooltipBrands that scored best for owner satisfaction.
Source: ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳survey data from 2380 TVs purchased between 2013-2022.
Warranty
Stated warranty of the TV. You're still covered by the Australian Consumer Law regardless of the manufacturer warranty.
Source: Average stated manufacturer warranty of the TV brand, February 2023.
The top performers
These brands scored best for reliability, satisfaction and service. This information gives you an indication of expected lifespan for various brands and can help when choosing a product.
Most reliable brands
Panasonic
Highest owner satisfaction
Panasonic, LG, Sony, Samsung
What we found
- The most common problems with TVs are apps, faulty screen / picture quality, remote controls, and connecting to the internet.
- QLED / Neo QLED and OLED TVs are more reliable than LCD and LED TVs
- Kogan TVs are more likely to have problems with sound quality.
Reliability and satisfaction
For reliability and satisfaction we looked at an eight-year purchase period, 2013–2020.
- Panasonic continues to be the most reliable TV brand, although unfortunately, they have stopped selling TVs in Australia.
- Kogan, Hisense, Aldi and TCL tend to be easy on price, but they also tend to be less reliable and lower in owner satisfaction.
Warranty and your consumer rights
The stated manufacturer's warranty is one of the things to consider when buying a TV. But it's just as important to understand your rights under Australian Consumer Law. You're entitled to a free repair, replacement or refund if your TV develops a major fault within the first few years.
Your rights still stand even if the manufacturer's warranty has expired and you didn't buy an extended warranty.
FAQ
In 2023 we surveyed more than 2300 people. We asked them about the performance and reliability of their TV over the past 12 months. We then cut the data down by selecting TVs between 0-10 years old with a sample size of more than 50 people per brand, so we are more confident that our results match real world experiences. Results were age standardised. See below for information on what this means.
To make sure the results aren't skewed by brands that may have recently come on the market, or that aren't making TVs anymore, we weigh results to an average distribution across the ten years. That means brands are compared more evenly.
This information tells you whether a brand is well regarded by people surveyed about customer satisfaction and reliability. Alongside our expert test results, this data can help you choose the best TV for your needs.
The number of individual responses we received about a certain brand. For statistical accuracy we only included brands that had more than 50 responses.