Quite a lot of people spend a decent amount of time driving each day: they have to stand idle in traffic jams, travel on the highway at a monotonous speed - all this is very tiring. In order to at least slightly entertain themselves during a long trip, drivers buy a car TV. Such a gadget is not the first necessity in a car, but with it the trip will become more comfortable and exciting.
The choice of such products is very wide, and the products can significantly differ from each other in appearance, diagonal size and many other parameters. To ease the problem of choosing the best product for you, we decided to make a rating of the best car TVs of 2019. However, before analyzing the characteristics of specific models, it is necessary to understand what indicators should affect the choice of such a device. Let’s start with this.
Summary of the rating:
How to choose a TV in the car?
All similar devices presented on the market today can be divided into two large groups - portable and stationary. The first ones can work both from the on-board network of the car, and on household electricity of 220 V. Often they are equipped with a built-in battery that allows the gadget to work autonomously for 12 hours or even more. They usually have a swivel mechanism that provides the convenience of attaching the model to the ceiling of the machine or to its dashboard. Stationary are built directly into the cabin - in the ceiling, in the panel, in the sun visor and so on. They are equipped with everything necessary: a display, sound system, antenna, player, tuner and so on.
Be sure to pay attention to the fundamental parameters of the screen. You should look at its resolution especially closely - the higher it is, the more high-quality the image will be displayed. The size of the diagonal directly affects the viewing comfort. Usually drivers install televisions with a diagonal of the order of 3-12 inches. They do not need a lot of space in the cabin, but at the same time they allow you to easily see everything that happens.
They check the quality of the matrix - there should not be any dead pixels on it. The same parameter directly affects the viewing angle: the wider it is, the better, since the colors of the picture will not be distorted regardless of the location of the observer. Televisions are equipped with their own speaker system, which includes stereo speakers, whose total power does not exceed 0.5 watts, because of which the sound is not very good quality. It is best to purchase models that have the appropriate connectors, allowing you to integrate products into the speaker system of the car itself. In addition, the TV is necessarily equipped with an antenna that picks up the broadcast signal. It can be stationary, placed inside the cabin, stationary with an external installation, mesh, attached to the rear window or electromechanical.
When choosing models to include in our review of the best car TVs, we took into account all the above factors, and also took into account the opinions of users and the ratio of price and quality of products.We tried to include not too expensive devices here, so that most of our readers could purchase them for themselves. Now is the time to start a direct analysis of the operational characteristics of the selected devices.
Top 10 Car TV Models
10. XPX EA-701
Our rating is opened by a portable portable model, which, if necessary, can be connected via a conventional outlet. She has a swivel stand, which is decent stability, which allows you to simply put the TV directly on the front panel of the car. The TV is characterized by a very compact size due to the LCD screen, the diagonal of which is 7 inches (17.5 cm). The aspect ratio of the model is standard, as with ordinary TVs - 16: 9. The picture has a decent contrast ratio of 300: 1. The resolution for such a small device is decent - 1024x600 pixels, a bit below the HD format, but the image is still quite clear. Color reproduction is natural, colors are not distorted due to wide viewing angles of about 165 degrees.
The body of the products is made of high-quality plastic, the assembly is solid - all the elements are carefully adjusted to each other. The frames around the display are quite wide, but this does not affect the quality of perception of what is happening on the screen. The TV is equipped with a telescopic antenna working with an analog signal, it operates at frequencies from 48.25 MHz to 863.25 MHz. This allows her to receive all the television channels broadcasting in our country. It is possible to connect an additional antenna (not included, will have to be purchased independently). There is a 3.5 mm headphone jack and a standard USB jack. The TV has a built-in media player, with which you can listen to music in .mp3 format, as well as watch movies in the resolutions .mpeg-4, .wma, .avi and others.
Benefits:
- Compact overall dimensions;
- There is the possibility of power from a household electrical outlet;
- Steady stand;
- Stable antenna work;
- Built-in amplifier of an analog signal;
- There is a media player.
Disadvantages:
- The resolution is not too high, although with such a diagonal it is not too striking.
9. Blackview TDM-500
These products will be an excellent addition to almost any car. The TV has enhanced functionality. The case is made of high-quality matte plastic, on which dirt and dust are not visible, fingerprints do not remain. In addition, it is scratch and smudge resistant. The display has a small visor, which increases viewing comfort when it is exposed to direct sunlight. You can use this product not only as a TV - you can connect a parking camera, a DVR and many other devices to it. The model is less than 2 cm thick. You can fix it to the dashboard using a small bracket that will firmly hold the TV in one position. The angle of inclination is manually adjusted, the hinge responsible for this is very rigid, does not loosen during operation.
The antenna is quite powerful, in addition, a special signal amplifier is provided, so the television broadcast will be played without any interference. In addition, there are two video inputs. It is connected to the on-board network through the cigarette lighter socket. The kit also comes with a stand. Another important point is the ability to interrupt the broadcast and turn on the parking camera immediately after reverse gear has been engaged, making the parking process much more convenient and safer.
Benefits:
- Insignificant overall dimensions;
- Stylish and very strict appearance;
- High quality materials and assembly of the device;
- Long service life;
- Extensive functionality.
Disadvantages:
- The screen size is only 5 inches.
8. Digma DCM-350
By and large, this is not a TV, but a car monitor, from which you can make a TV by connecting an external antenna to it - for this a special socket is provided. The main thing that interested users in this model was its reasonable price and small overall dimensions. The diagonal of the liquid crystal display is only 3.5 inches, so there is no need to talk about the high quality of the picture, but it is not always necessary when watching TV programs on the go. The mass of the product is small, there is a special mount on the dashboard, which is highly stable. The products are placed in a case made of black plastic with a matte finish. The display resolution is 320x240 pixels - enough to watch the programs. The number of channels caught directly depends on the power of the connected antenna. The product can also be used as a parking assistant - when reversing.
Colors are transmitted naturally, brightness at a decent level. The aspect ratio of the screen is 4: 3. It is connected exclusively to the on-board network, the power supply for operation from the outlet is not provided. It can be built into the electrical network of the car or can be powered directly from the cigarette lighter.
Benefits:
- Full color LCD display;
- High-quality assembly;
- Universal and very stable mount.
Disadvantages:
- There is no built-in antenna and tuner;
- Low screen resolution.
7. Eplutus EP-101T
This is the first model in our review that is able to work with the DVB-T2 digital broadcast format, as it has a special compact tuner installed. The TV is universal and portable - it is perfect for installation not only in a car, but also in a small room, as it can work from the mains. The diagonal of the display is pretty decent - 10 inches. The screen itself is liquid crystal, with wide viewing angles and natural color reproduction. All these factors allow you to create the most clear, rich and juicy picture. The model has a fairly powerful antenna that can receive both digital and analog signals. Several original slots are provided - in particular, this device is capable of working with SD memory cards.
The factory assembly is very high quality, the control is push-button - no remote control is provided. The buttons are plastic, hard enough, pressed until a distinctive click is heard. The driver will not have to be distracted from the road if he needs to switch the channel: all buttons are easily detected by touch. If necessary, you can connect an ordinary analog antenna. It is possible to integrate the TV into the car's on-board network, and cigarette lighter power is also provided. The interface is very convenient, the menu is Russified. The speakers are not too powerful - the sound is quite quiet, so while driving you will have to listen to what is happening on the TV. However, this problem is easily solved by connecting to the car speaker system.
Benefits:
- A decent amount of diagonal;
- Good workmanship and assembly;
- Ability to work with analog and digital broadcasting;
- The picture is pretty clear and colorful;
- The device can be used even in small rooms.
Disadvantages:
- Weak built-in speakers.
6. AVEL AVS117
Enough large and massive products, which also has a decent mass, which is about 3 kg. The TV is designed specifically for mounting on the ceiling of a car. In addition to the built-in digital tuner, it has an HDMI, USB connector and an SD card slot. The model has a large diagonal for a car TV, which is 17 inches with a resolution of 1440x900 pixels, which fully corresponds to the HD format. Reception of the signal is stable, if it weakens, then there will be no interference on the screen, since initially the signal passes through the built-in amplifier.The picture is always colorful and very clear. At the same time, the products are equipped with a built-in radio receiver and have decent viewing angles. It is worth noting that it can be built in not only in the ceiling, but also in the sun visor. This TV has an LED indicator that lights up whenever a car door opens.
The built-in speakers will pleasantly surprise you, as they are quite powerful and capable of reproducing the entire frequency range. A remote control is also supplied with the TV so that people in the back seat can switch channels. The total power of the device is 15 watts. In this case, the ability to connect through the cigarette lighter is not provided. The TV will have to be built into the car's on-board network.
Benefits:
- Pretty big screen size;
- Reliable fastening to a car ceiling;
- High quality pictures and sound;
- The presence of a television signal amplifier.
Disadvantages:
- Decent cost;
- There is no way to power the model through the cigarette lighter.
5. Hyundai H-LCD700
This is one of the line of car TVs developed by the engineers of the world famous South Korean company. Options are presented by diagonals of 7, 9 and 10 inches. All of them are equipped with a built-in tuner and a television signal amplifier, which allows, regardless of the reception conditions, to ensure high image quality. In addition, the interface is represented by the presence of a large number of various connectors for working with external devices - SD, USB, AV, and so on. The device has a fairly powerful media player that can work with most well-known audio and video formats. In addition, it provides support for PAL, NTSC and SECAM systems.
The case is plastic, has a matte finish, which protects against the accumulation of dust and dirt. The display itself is liquid crystal, has an LED backlight, which helps to significantly reduce energy consumption. The TV can be connected to the on-board network via the cigarette lighter socket. In addition, it has a built-in lithium-ion battery, the operating reserve of which will be sufficient for continuous operation for 7-8 hours. The package is decent - a remote control, an external television antenna, and an AV cable are supplied with the TV. Viewing angles are very wide. The speaker system includes two built-in stereo speakers, which provide a very powerful sound, so you do not have to connect the TV to the car speakers.
Benefits:
- The presence of a fairly capacious battery;
- Superior build quality
- The media player can work with various formats;
- Good built-in acoustics;
- Reliable fastening to the panel.
Disadvantages:
- Relatively high cost.
4. Eplutus EP-1019T
This is a TV with one of the most powerful built-in batteries among the products on the Russian market. Its capacity is 3000 mAh, which is enough for a fairly long period of battery life. In addition, the device has an average size diagonal display - 10.2 inches. The screen itself is full-color, liquid crystal with fairly decent viewing angles. Its resolution is 1280x800 pixels, which fully corresponds to the HD format. Manufacturers equipped the design with an integrated tuner that allows you to work with digital television broadcasting in the DVB-T and DVB-T2 formats, and the product is also capable of receiving analog channels. The signal is always stable, no interference during viewing. There are stereo speakers, the total power of which is 4 watts - for a car TV this is a pretty decent indicator.
The aspect ratio of the display is the same as that of ordinary stationary TVs - 16: 9. Manufacturers provided the gadget with a power supply, allowing it to work from a household electrical outlet.The TV has a built-in media player, with which you can view photos in the formats .jpeg, .bmp, .pmg, listen to music and watch videos or feature films. Like most car TVs, this model has a fairly wide scope, but they do not interfere with viewing at all and do not affect the picture quality.
Benefits:
- Overall dimensions are small;
- Functional media player;
- Powerful built-in tuner;
- Ability to work from the network.
Disadvantages:
- The back panel is prone to scratching, so you should handle it as carefully as possible.
3. Digma DCL-700
Closes the top three rather cheap, but at the same time very high-quality model, which is able to last for many years. It works exclusively with the format of television broadcasting, it will not be possible to watch movies or listen to music stored on a flash drive. The manufacturer focused on television and installed absolutely all the elements available to date in the product so that the signal and image quality are as high as possible. The case is made of plastic of increased rigidity, even with strong pressure on it, no extraneous squeaks, rattles or other unpleasant sounds arise. It has a matte finish. The assembly is of high quality: the back panel is tightly adjacent to the front one, a gap of a few tenths of a millimeter can be observed between them.
The diagonal of the display is 7 inches - not too much, but enough to watch shows, moreover, a TV of this size will not interfere at all on the front panel of the car. The stand is made of metal, the TV is mounted on it with a special screw. The kit comes with a rather compact antenna, the work of which will be enough to receive digital and analog television. All buttons that are responsible for managing the product are located on the front panel of the device. There is a built-in speaker system, which is characterized by a decent level of power. The sound in the cabin is quite powerful, there is also a headphone jack.
Benefits:
- Stylish appearance;
- Small size;
- Ergonomic arrangement of control buttons;
- Ability to work with digital and analog broadcasting.
Disadvantages:
- You can’t watch movies from a flash drive.
2. XPX EA-1016D
Despite the relatively large size of the diagonal - 10.8 inches, these products were not particularly overall. First of all, users in their reviews note the thickness of the case: according to this parameter, this model outperformed all competitors - only 2.5 cm. The functionality of the device is quite wide - there is an original digital antenna, absolutely all options can be controlled remotely using the remote control. There are a large number of connectors, for example, for connecting a USB flash drive, memory card, additional external antenna of analog, digital or combined format. The picture has high definition, contrast, natural color reproduction. I would especially like to note the black balance and white balance. The device can work offline - the capacity of a lithium-ion battery is 3000 mAh. The range with which the TV can work is wide enough: the device is able to catch absolutely all the channels available on the air.
An advanced media player is integrated into the device’s operating system, which is able to work with absolutely all common photo, audio and video formats. Channel search is fully automatic. There are slots for flash drives and memory cards. On the rear panel there is a very comfortable retractable foot. The menu is multilingual, Russian is supported.These products can also be used as an ordinary photo frame. The display resolution is 1024x768 - almost corresponds to the HD format, the contrast level is quite high - 300: 1.
Benefits:
- Extremely thin model;
- A decent size of the diagonal of the product;
- Advanced interface
- All functions can be controlled through the remote control;
- The latest version of the media player.
Disadvantages:
- The retention foot does not always stably hold the structure.
1. Eplutus EP-172T
In the first place, we decided to determine this model, largely due to the rather decent size of the diagonal, which is as much as 17 inches - this is a very large amount for a car TV. This product has everything you need to pass the time on a long journey. Like the most modern models, a tuner for working with digital broadcasting is provided here. The overall dimensions make it possible to use these products not only in the car, but also in a small room, for example, in the kitchen, in the nursery or in the office. There is a cable with a cigarette lighter plug for connecting to the vehicle’s power supply. Many users have noted the excellent build quality of this product. Moreover, this model has support for anaglyph 3D video, the kit even comes with a pair of fairly simple glasses for watching movies in this format.
The built-in receiver is capable of working with digital broadcasting DVB-T and DVB-T2. In addition, a fairly powerful radio is provided here. Thanks to the HDMI connector, this TV can be used as a monitor for a personal computer. It will not be suitable for games - the response time is significant, but for work it is quite suitable. The model has an electronic channel schedule. The kit includes a universal mount that allows you to install the device in any convenient place. If a flash drive is connected to the TV, then you can record broadcast on it. The screen resolution is 1920 × 1080 - full HD format, with overall dimensions of 38 × 32 × 3.5 cm.
Benefits:
- Very broad functional side;
- Universal mount is provided;
- Great for car TV diagonal.
Disadvantages:
- It is not always possible to find enough space in the car to install this model.
In conclusion, a useful video
Here is our review of the best car TVs nearing completion. We hope that it turned out to be useful to you, and after careful study, you will be able to choose the best model for yourself that can brighten up a long trip, make it more comfortable and enjoyable. If you still have any questions, then ask us in the comments - we will collect the necessary information as soon as possible and present it to you in the most accessible form.
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