You will be aware of brands such as Panasonic, LG, JVC, Sony, etc and along with these there are smaller manufacturers who churn out unbranded televisions, but don’t fall into the trap of believing that the unbranded TVs will be cheaper. If you’ve only been looking on the highstreet and in out-of-town shopping centres then this may appear true but once you go online then there are some great bargains to be had with big name brands which are just as cheap but also boast improved quality and performance when compared to the unbranded models that you may find on promotion in supermarkets. These larger brands also offer better customer support and warranties too.

We’ve listed our Top 5 42 inch TVs so some of the hard work is done for you so please take a look at the page but if you want to make a good informed decision about buying a television then use the following points when making your choice:

• The Picture Quality - You will want to get a 1080p Full HD display.
• The Sound System - Some TVs have inferior speakers so read reviews carefully.
• Energy Star Standards - The LG 42LD450 features ‘Smart Energy Saving Plus‘ giving you up to 76% energy efficiency that cuts down your electricity bills .
• Connections - If you are connecting your Sky, DVD, Xbox,Wii, etc then make sure there are enough different connections of the back like HDMI, Scart, etc.
• Features – You can now get internet enable TV so you can watch catch-up TV like BBC iPlayer and 4OD and often these come at minimal extra cost.
• Value for Money - Shopping online and buying known brands will save you money.

If you go online to somewhere like Amazon then you will soon find a huge range of 42 inch TVs that are much cheaper than you can buy in-store and this is due to the fact that operating over the internet means reduced overheads and so products can be sold cheaper. If you do want to see the TV working in person then there’s nothing to stop you going to Currys or Comet, checking out the TV, and then buying it online for cheaper! It may be a bit cheeky but if it saves you money then who cares?

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1.LG 42LK450U 42-inch Widescreen Full HD 1080p LCD TV with Freeview

Price: £372.90
Product Description: This is the number 1 bestseller on Amazon due to the fact that it does all the basics very well for those looking looking for a big TV without too many complications, but don’t let that fool you as it still provides a full HD 1080p display and comes with built in Freeview and USB connection for playback of your favorite pictures and videos. This great 42 inch TV is available on Amazon for only £372.90 including free shipping!

2. LG 42PT353K 42-inch Widescreen HD Ready 600Hz Plasma TV with Freeview

Price: £329.95
Product Description: This is one of the cheapest 42 inch TVs on the market boasting built in Freeview so all you need to do is plug your aerial cable in the back without the need  for a separate Freeview box. Although it only has a 720p HD Ready display, as opposed to 1080p, you still get crystal clear picture quality at an amazing price. Click here for the full product details.

3.Panasonic Smart VIERA TX-P42ST30B 42-inch Full HD 1080p 3D 600Hz Internet-Ready Plasma TV with Freeview HD

Price: £449.99
Product Description: If you want a TV that can do everything then this is the one for you. This is a full 1080p high-definition 2D and 3D television in one, has integrated Freeview, internet TV (Catch-up TV, BBC iPlayer, YouTube, Facebook, Games, etc), and as it’s designed by Panasonic you know you are getting proven quality. It’s seems to have endless features so please take a look at the product page to find out more.

4. Panasonic VIERA TX-P42S30B 42-inch Full HD 1080p 600Hz Plasma TV with Freeview HD

Price: £399.99
Product Description: Number 4 on the list is another 42 inch TV from Panasonic which as well has having Full HD and also Freeview HD (BBC HD, ITV HD etc) also features the Viera Connect Internet Service to enjoy video and music, sports, games, and a variety of other content. In our opinion you are probably better off getting the Panasonic TV at position #3 for only £50 more and get the extra features but if you want to find out more this one then please look a the product details page.

5. LG 42LW550T 42-inch Widescreen Cinema Full HD 1080p 3D 100Hz LED Smart Internet TV with Freeview HD

Price: £649.95
Product Description: LG complete the Top 5 with their all singing, all dancing, 42LW550T model, which features Full 1080p HD, 3D so you can watch SKY 3D and 3D hBlu Ray, LG Smart TV (iPlayer, Facebook, Google etc), Freeview HD, and loads of other features that we don’t even have the space to list. The only negative point is the price as for £200 less you can get a similar model TV from Panasonic. To find out more about this TV go to Amazon and see the product review.

The prices above are the best prices we found on Amazon and best of all they all come with free delivery, so the price here is the price you pay without any hidden extras.

Click here to check out the full range of 42 inch TVs on Amazon.com

Why 42 inch TVs?

When choosing a new television biggest isn’t always best and although you can now get 50 inch or even 60 inch TVs the fact is that they are too big for most homes. You should choose a TV that fits in with the size of the room you’re viewing it in and if you’ve got 5-10 feet between you and the screen then a 42 inch TV is the best choice so you can make the most of your viewing experience without straining your eyes with a smaller screen or not being able to focus on a larger screen. The popularity of 42 inch televisions also means that it is one of the most widely produced sizes of TV, which means better prices for you, and more TV for your money.

LCD, Plasma or LED?

After choosing your preferred screen size then one of the questions is to opt for an LCD, LED, or Plasma display, or so you would think, but in all honesty the differences between them have gotten so small over the past few years that should shouldn’t really worry too much. Experts may be talking about ‘white levels’, ‘bleeding’ etc but now that High-Definition flatscreen televisions are the norm you will find that quality has improved too.  The things you really should be looking out for are price, good reviews, and a well known brand. Couple all those factors together and you should be very happy with your 42 inch TV purchase.

No compromise between cost and features

The fact is that a 42 inch HDTV may be smaller than others available on the market but their image quality and feature selection rival larger, more-expensive sets, so you are getting the best value for money and you also have a television that fits in with your home. Please take a look around the site to see the best prices out there.