6 Outdoor TVs That Will Change the Way You Enjoy Your Backyard

With a starting price of $2,000 for a 55-inch screen, the SunBriteTV Veranda Series is relatively affordable for a 4K HDR-capable outdoor TV.

This model is up to 50% brighter than a standard TV, so it's ideal for shaded areas. It can also operate in cold weather down to 24 degrees below zero. Plus, the TV, its remote control, and its connectivity ports are all weatherproof.

The TV is available in up to a 75-inch screen size, so no matter where you want to put it, there's a size for your needs.

One downside: This TV has 20-watt speakers, which are fine for an enclosed backyard space, but their sound won’t travel far in an open outdoor area.

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The Furrion Aurora 4K outdoor TV offers a display panel with a maximum brightness of 700 nits. It delivers a high-quality viewing experience when situated in a partially shaded outdoor space.

This IP54 weatherproof TV can work even in extreme hot or cold temperatures, ranging from -4 to 122 degrees Fahrenheit. I like that it has a sealed media bay on its back to guard its input and output controls from getting wet.

You can also order the Aurora 4K TV with 43-inch, 55-inch, and 65-inch 4K display panels. Furrion also offers an optional soundbar with a built-in subwoofer.

The Samsung Terrace has a 4K QLED display panel with better picture quality than any other entry on this list — it's the outdoor TV to get if you want the best, but it comes at a cost.

Its stunning image quality comes courtesy of quantum dot tech, full-array local dimming, anti-reflective coating, and a maximum brightness of 2,000 nits. This brightness level ensures that you will be able to enjoy high-quality content with superb contrast and dramatic colors even in direct sunlight.

Equipped with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, the Terrace is also smarter than its rivals. This pick comes with Samsung’s incredibly feature-packed Tizen smart platform right out of the box. It brings effortless access to all of the major streaming services, enhanced HDR10+ content, and the ability to control the TV with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice commands. You can even stream content from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac via Apple AirPlay 2.

The Samsung Terrace also stands up to inclement weather with its IP55 rating for water and dust resistance. So is the TV’s sleek and intuitive remote control.

Samsung offers the Terrace with up to a 75-inch display panel. I like that you can pair the TV with an equally impressive Terrace soundbar.

If you want a big outdoor TV for your space, consider the 75-inch Séura Shade Series 2. It features a 4K display panel with a maximum brightness of 700 nits, which allows you to view a consistently clear picture on the TV. The product is water-resistant with an IP56 rating. 

The screen is flanked by impressively thin bezels, making the TV look more elegant than some of its competitors. It is compatible with HDR-enhanced content for an even more dramatic viewing experience.

I like that, for its high price, the Shade Series 2 TV comes bundled with a front-facing soundbar that's also weatherproof. Typically, you need to spend extra to get better audio from an outdoor TV.

The 43-inch version of the Séura Shade Series 2 is the best outdoor TV for small spaces. The TV is capable of delivering 4K picture with excellent quality, including HDR-enhanced content.

Like its larger sibling, the 43-inch Séura Shade Series 2 has an IP56 rating for water resistance. It also comes with a bundled soundbar, ensuring that you won't have to worry about sound upgrades. 

And despite its compact size, the TV is packed with connectivity options. They include a trio of HDMI ports, a full USB connector, as well as an Ethernet port, among many others.

With a screen that measures 86 inches diagonally, this Peerless-AV UltraView UHD variant is one of the biggest outdoor TVs you can buy. The product has a 4K display panel with a maximum refresh rate of 120 Hz (great for sports) and a peak brightness of 900 nits. This brightness level will allow you to clearly see the content on the screen, even in direct sunlight. 

The UltraView UHD has a sturdy aluminum housing with an IP55 rating and a dedicated compartment for a streaming player. There are less expensive and smaller sizes of the device that are also available. 

If you're looking to temporarily mount a standard HDTV outdoors during the warmer months and want a weatherproof cover to protect it against the elements, consider this outdoor cover from AmazonBasics.

The inside of the TV cover is soft to prevent scratches, and it even features a convenient remote control pocket on the back. You can buy this cover for TVs as small as 30 inches or as large as 52 inches wide, and it's compatible with single- and double-wall mounts.