Ranking of the best car TVs and monitors in 2022

The era when there was no place for a portable PC in the car salon has ended happily, but the issue of “understaffing” still worries the owners of old cars.

The way out of this situation was the possibility of buying portable TVs and monitors that successfully combine the option of a TV tuner, DVD player and, according to standards, support USB components.

Ancillary advantage and simplicity of gadgets is that they are not interconnected with automotive electronics. They are equipped with their own control (most often), and even work from the cigarette lighter. This article provides a ranking of the best car TVs and monitors.

Which firm is better?

To figure out which one is better to buy from popular models, it would be wise to get acquainted with the best manufacturers of such devices.

Hyundai

Formed in 1976, the company from South Korea is now the largest international holding. The company's activities are related to mechanical engineering, mining and the manufacture of electronic household appliances. The popularity of TV models for cars of this manufacturer is very high, and most of the devices are in the lead in terms of sales.

AVIS

The US company started operating in 1946. She offers transport for rent and, by the way, was able to succeed in this industry. Now the company supplies reliable high quality automotive products.

Prology

A popular brand, "under the wing" of which the domestic company Saturn High-Tech operates. The manufacturer's catalog contains functional gadgets that are in demand on the market for various cars.

Rating of high-quality car TVs

Below is a ranking of the best car monitors and TVs, according to experts and drivers.

"10th Place: Alpine PKG-2100P"

Ceiling monitor for a car, the resolution of which is 800x480 px. The 10" display is equipped with 3 sockets: 1 input and 2 outputs. To control the screen, one remote control is enough, which is included in the package.A DVD player is integrated into the monitor, it is possible to connect a TV tuner, a game console and other external devices. Interference at the monitor is rare, since it is connected to a break in the antenna cable.

• Good sound;
• Natural color reproduction;
• LED backlight;
• Headphones included.

• Bad visibility for the driver;
• There is no tuner.

The average price is 38,000 rubles.

"9th place: EPLUTUS EP-9511"

The next line of the top is occupied by a somewhat clumsy, but very high-quality gadget. The key design flaws are due to the partial angularity and excessively protruding keys in front, which look simple and clear. There are still questions about the characteristics: the state provides a slot for a flash card, but there is not a single hint of equipping the most popular (and generally standard) USB shell - chasing innovations, losing sight of such elements is, in fact, unacceptable.

Minor cons are covered by a number of pluses. A display with a resolution of 1920x1080 px, the diagonal of which is 9.5 inches, allows you to watch videos in HD format.

At medium settings, the sound is good, although somewhat of low quality: a very weak bass range. The quality of signal reception is not high, but normal, according to the words of buyers: the antenna picks up interference from time to time, but nothing more.

The low price of a compact gadget is also attractive: in combination with excellent functionality and image quality, this model will, in fact, be a good purchase.

• Good screen resolution;
• There is a TV tuner;
• It is allowed to connect an external type antenna;
• You can put a flash drive and connect a USB drive;
• In a complete set there is a network and auto adapters;
• autonomy;
• There is a headset jack;
• Price.

• Analog TV tuner;
• "Heavyweight" files do not open.

The average price is 4,000 rubles.

"8th place: AVIS AVS0944BM"

The leather-covered device, consisting of an LCD display, an MP3 player and adjustable legs, plays the role of a headrest for the interior of each car. The shell includes a Mini Jack jack (3.5 mm) for connecting a video and audio headset, as well as 2 more RCA slots, the connection to which is carried out by means of supports (10 mm). The system is controlled by a touch screen, touch button panel or remote control.

• Screen 4.9 inches;
• Resolution 800x480 px;
• Format - 16 by 9;
• FM transmitter;
• Can play games;
• Sound and picture;
• Comfort in use;
• Design.

• No integrated DVD player;
• Only passengers sitting in the back can watch.

The average price is 10,000 rubles.

"7th place: AVEL AVS0410BM"

The interior mirror in most cars plays one role. But drivers have already managed to get used to the fact that a lot of optional devices are now appearing on the automotive market, so some drivers change an ordinary mirror for this gadget. This is a car monitor that displays an image with a resolution of 480 x 272 px. There is no TV tuner here, and 12 V is required for power.

The gadget belongs to the inexpensive segment, and its design is almost indistinguishable from an ordinary mirror in the cabin. You can control the sharpness while using this monitor. This is only a plus, because at small values ​​the picture is difficult to read if the bright sun is shining from the rear.

Among the shortcomings, it is worth highlighting the fact that the gadget does not have a slot for a flash drive or at least a USB shell. Only AV type inputs are available to the owner. Therefore, the model, firstly, will be an excellent choice for connecting a rear view camera.

• Very similar to an ordinary mirror;
• It is possible to connect a rear view camera;
• There is an adjustment of the sharpness of the backlight;
• Relatively low cost;
• Excellent picture quality.

• For some car models, other clamps will be needed;
• No slots for USB and flash drive;
• Small picture format.

The average price is 5,000 rubles.

"6th place: Blackview MM-500"

Probably - this is one of the budget monitors for cars, which is made in the form of an ordinary mirror. From the salon, which comes with the car, the gadget is also no different. The picture here is displayed on the left side of the mirror. It has a diagonal of 5 inches, which is already good.

Resolution - 480x272 px, which, at first glance, seems like a small value. But do not forget that in general, the monitor will be needed to view what the rear view camera will “see”. If viewing videos is not needed, then large dimensions too.

The camera is connected to such a device by composite slots. The image is displayed with an aspect ratio of 16:9. This makes it possible to see everything that is to the left or right of the car.

• Availability;
• Normal image quality;
• Practically does not differ from an ordinary mirror.

• No TV tuner;
• No USB slots or flash drive slots;
• Low resolution picture.

The average price is 3,500 rubles.

"5th place: ERGO ER 9L"

This compact TV for a car managed to occupy the “golden mean” of the rating, the “fate” of which was an unfair existence in the list of gadgets of mediocre fame. To name the completeness of this device somehow else, except as complete, it will not work - there is everything that every driver will need.

Yes, the execution of some options, to put it mildly, does not impress with the quality, but the fact of their presence makes its own contribution to the overall positioning. For example, from the doubtful moments it is worth highlighting the sound. While approaching the average volume parameters, there are no questions about the purity of the sound, but after overcoming the maximum parameter (which is clearly indicated by ear), a sudden cut in the high-frequency range begins.

Of the obvious advantages, it is worth highlighting "omnivorous": in addition to the fact that the gadget is equipped with an FM unit, a DVD player, a TV antenna and slots for USB, HDMI and Micro SD, it can open files of all popular formats.

If we discard the partial roughness of the design, do not take into account the fixing method (the monitor is mounted and needs to be fixed under the ceiling) and minor flaws in the functionality, then the device is definitely recommended for purchase.

• Flash drives MMC and Secure Digital;
• It is allowed to connect FAT 32;
• Audio and video In / Out, of course, linear and composite;
• Discs are opened in the limit number of formats - WMA, MP4, DVCD and JPEG;
• Supports NTSC and PAL, as well as games for children;
• Acceptable sound quality;
• deep color;
• trendy design.

• The latch is not always securely fastened.

The average price is 10,000 rubles.

"4th Place: Prology PCM-750T"

Motorized monitor for a car, which is equipped with a liquid crystal screen and a multi-touch panel. There is a TV tuner and antenna, equipped with 1 VGA video input and 2 audio connectors. There is support for 3 formats of color television broadcasting, controlled using a panel or remote control. It is worth noting that the monitor "automatically" switches to the rear view camera during parking. Viewing angles in horizontal and vertical ratio - 130 and 100 degrees. The power of the battery must not exceed 16 V.

According to customer reviews, the gadget justifies the price and expectations.

• The standard size is 0.5 din;
• There is a mirror image option;
• Comes with a set of clamps;
• The display is connected to a PC using a USB slot;
• The image is normal, soft mechanics;
• Virtually no noise;
• It will be a great addition to your interior.

• Unpleasant backlighting of the keys;
• "Flies" calibration.

The average price is 18,500 rubles.

"3rd place: HYUNDAI H-LCD900"

A non-stationary TV for a car from the HYUNDAI brand did not manage to take the first line in this rating, but it is worth noting that the model is in high demand among domestic buyers.

Its advantages are undeniable: in the absence of a gradually “dying out” DVD player, the device has a USB slot, so there is no need to bother with adapters and flash drives. The reality of having a great viewing angle is also nice, as 120 degrees is absolutely enough to watch videos from anywhere in the car.

Unfortunately, the model is not deprived of its shortcomings, the most significant of which is the low resolution of the display. At 640x234 px, there is no question of any convenience for watching videos. The fact of the absolute incapacity of the antenna "out of the box" is also upsetting. Some buyers changed it to a powerful receiver with amplification, but even this did not give the expected effect.

Therefore, the elimination of the (in fact, the most important) option to watch TV on the road (but only in some situations) makes the price not fully justified. But in terms of quality and durability, everything is on the level.

• Well-designed menu in Russian;
• Automatic channel configuration system;
• "Sees" ID3 tags;
• Own acoustics of excellent quality and an integrated tuner allow you to use the monitor without communication with auxiliary devices;
• The maximum screen brightness reaches 500 cd / m2 with the lowest power consumption and guarantees a comfortable viewing angle;
• Excellent equipment, which includes a universal remote control, a practical TV antenna, a mains battery and an AV cord;
• Convenient management;
• Powerful 1200 mAh battery.

• Small display resolution;
• The absolute incapacity of the television antenna that comes with the kit.

The average price is 6,000 rubles.

"2nd place: AVEL AVS0943T"

This TV must be installed in place of the driver's favorite headrest. It is worth noting that the device is produced exclusively in black, so if the seats are beige, etc. - Buying this model does not make any sense.

In fact, this model should be attributed to ordinary monitors equipped with a 9-inch diagonal display.The device does not have a TV tuner, so it is impossible to watch channels. But then there is a DVD player, and if you don’t want to buy discs, then you can download files to an MMC, SD or USB flash drive.

This model collects a lot of laudatory reviews on the Internet, but some drivers consider the device "old". The screen of this monitor has a very small size, which is 800x480 px. And the software, most likely, will not be liked, since it cannot open heavy files.

• Lots of video inputs;
• Comfort in use;
• There is a USB slot and a slot for a flash drive;
• Integrated DVD player;
• The remote control has great coverage.

• The driver will not be able to watch TV;
• No TV tuner;
• Small display resolution;
• Does not support MKV files.

The average price is 12,000 rubles.

"1st Place: Envix D3122T/D3123T"

If the driver is looking for a portable TV for his own car, which can actually be installed in the ceiling, then it makes sense to look at this model as an option. This device is equipped with an integrated DVD player and analog type tuner. The shell is made with 2 composite inputs for video on a coaxial cable, as well as 1 output.

In the package, in addition to the gadget itself, there is a remote control, a Russian-language menu and lighting shades. This device differs from the rest in its excellent diagonal and high resolution.

• Works with IR headset;
• There is a radio transmitter;
• USB slot;
• Reliable assembly;
• Good functionality.

• High price.

The average price is 23,000 rubles.

How to choose a TV for a car?

There are hundreds of monitors and TVs in the store catalogs, which differ in width, height, diagonal, as well as the ability to work from the car's cigarette lighter.

If for the driver the main selection criterion is a comfortable viewing of navigation, then it would be wise to buy a gadget with GPS. Some devices have TV programs "from the factory" and support for a couple of navigation applications. You need to choose an acceptable device based on:

• Display type and diagonal;
• Tuner;
• Antenna.

It is necessary to indicate the type of display before purchase:

1. The tilt-type overhead screen mounted in the center is comfortable for passengers.
2. The sliding screen is suitable for cars with a large interior.
3. Ceiling solutions are available with a diagonal of 15-17 inches, which makes them comfortable for viewing. It should be borne in mind that during rotation, such a monitor is able to block the rear-view mirror.
4. For those sitting in the front, devices that are installed in the sun visor will be an excellent purchase, but only if the driver does not use it.
5. For practical motorists, headrest displays are an acceptable solution. They guarantee an excellent viewing angle, but are limited in size - up to 11 inches.

The diagonal is chosen as follows. For installation in a passenger car, it would be advisable to take a television device, the diagonal of which ranges from 7-17 inches. It should be borne in mind that the display is ordinary and widescreen. If the driver often watches various shows on the car TV, then it would be wise to choose an ordinary one.A widescreen solution is acceptable only if the driver is going to watch movies from discs.

You need to look at the tuner. It will allow you to receive broadcasting of terrestrial TV directly in the car. Thus, the driver will be able to watch his favorite programs while driving. To improve the quality of the broadcast signal, instead of an analog tuner, it is better to install a digital one, for example, which can process the DVB-T2 signal.

As for the antenna, there are 2 types of receiver, the most affordable of which is used in the design of the tuner. In other words, integrated. This solution is considered the simplest for receiving a television signal, because an outdoor antenna can receive the weakest signals.

Omnidirectional TV solutions are only mandatory if the driver drives far from broadcast antennas. A good buy would be a satellite type receiver. The fact is that such a design is practically located on the roof of the car, where signals are easier to receive.

Where is it profitable to buy?

Automotive news is on the Internet. Often, high-quality devices are provided by specialized stores, and to find inexpensive solutions from China, you need to go to aliexpress. Due attention should be paid to consumer reviews and the top of the store. Despite the fact that Aliexpress replaces defective products, it always takes the side of the seller.

A couple of tips

• The cost of inexpensive gadgets starts from 1-2 thousand rubles. Devices of the middle segment of the cost and the “Premium” category reach several tens of thousands;
• It would be wise to track stocks. Network sites, for example, M-Video and Eldorado often hold promotions where it is possible to buy an excellent monitor.

Conclusion

In conclusion, it is worth noting that new cars are far from ideal. It is likely that the improvement of devices for them will grow rapidly in the coming years. In any case, in this rating, only the best car TVs and monitors are considered according to expert opinions and driver reviews.