Buyer's Guide: The Best 40'' to 47'' Televisions

How can you be sure to pick the best TV when there are so many models to choose from? You'll find all of our TV reviews in this section of the site, and you can use the search tool below to find just what you're looking for. If that sounds too much like hard work, why not have a look at our pick of the best TVs currently on the market?

Why are there so many models?

There's a very simple answer to this question: TVs that measure around 40'' represent the middle ground between affordable entry-level screens and more expensive high-end options. The cheapest TVs, which start at around 26'', often have versions in larger sizes up to around 40'' or 42''. Equally, the best 37'' TVs can go all the way up to 52''. As a result, TVs measuring forty or so inches—whether that's 40'', 42'', 46'' or 47"—represent a major battleground for manufacturers, and that's why they offer so many different options.

You'll find all of the most interesting recent models here, but once you've got your TV, don't forget to set it up properly. Many TVs come with a Cinema mode, which often reproduces colours accurately enough for you to start enjoying the Home Cinema experience ... all you need to do is worry about the popcorn!