Tips to buy Smart TV at the best price

Let's face it: Expensive, high-end Smart TVs  often have the best features. But if you're on a budget and always looking for a bargain, there are a few ways to get a super-luxury Smart TV without breaking the bank.

5. Have you tried selling used items?

You always have old stuff to sell, and so do other people. If you find a Smart TV on the second-hand market, get the model number and check the age of the TV. This is to avoid buying a Smart TV that is so old that it no longer receives updates. In its prime, it could stream Netflix , but eventually the hardware becomes less powerful and security updates stop working.

4. Check out local Facebook groups in your area

Maybe you can't attend your local yard sale. That's where Facebook comes in handy, giving you a wider community reach near you.

Facebook Marketplace focuses on specific regions. You can even get a cheaper Smart TV if you're willing to pick it up yourself.

3. When you need a quick replacement, buy used/clearance items!

Your child's drink spilled, soaking the screen, so you need to replace it quickly. You need a second screen because the previous one just broke, buying used is the best way.

Just like finding a replacement screen, you can also save money by buying some cheap Smart TVs. Be sure to check the Smart TV model before buying a clearance item. Try to buy a Smart TV that is no more than two or three years old. If it is older, you risk losing Smart TV functionality much sooner.

2. Compare prices on multiple websites

If you want to buy a brand new cheap Smart TV, there are websites that help compare prices between multiple retailers instead of checking each retailer's inventory.

1. Price : Price compares prices across multiple online stores, allowing you to filter by price. Price doesn't tell you much about the product, so to get more details about what you see, you'll have to visit the product page on at least one website.
2. Google Shopping : Of course, Google Shopping lets you compare prices across multiple sites and has good filtering options. You can even enter options like where your Smart TV was manufactured.
3. Versus : Great site to compare specs, prices, and reviews. Maybe your definition of "cheap" is the cheapest Smart TV with all the features you need. You'll find the right choice on Versus!

Multiple tools can be combined to find the best price and compare Smart TVs.

1. Wait for big sales during the year

How often do you think you should replace your Smart TV? You certainly don't need to buy a new TV every year. All Smart TVs eventually need to be replaced anyway. If you do want to replace them, why not wait until one of the big sales of the year?

This is the perfect opportunity to get a Smart TV at a great price with all the features of a high-end model. Big sales usually happen at the end of the year so be careful of scams.

With these tips, you'll be able to buy a Smart TV that you love at a reasonable price. Sure, it'll be outdated in a few years, but there are ways to make your regular TV smart again .

Kareem Winters

Update 17 June 2025