Do I really need an outdoor TV to watch tv outside?

Yes and no. With so many people renovating their outdoor living spaces, outdoor TVs are getting much more mainstream attention. But do you need one?

Generally, a conventional TV can perform ok outside, provided they’re mounted in a covered patio or garage area and the homeowner always uses a weather-resistant cover when they aren’t watching the TV. However, a true outdoor TV offers some great advantages compared to conventional models.

First of all, they’re much tougher. Outdoor TVs from Furrion or Samsung both have a sturdy metal frames, sealed HDMI/power compartments with rubber gaskets and even optional shatter-resistant screens. Both brands also have enhanced cooling systems and more stable electronics to deal with dramatic temperature shifts. This makes them far less vulnerable to dust, moisture, heat, cold, wind, or any other unpredictable weather phenomenon that rolls through Kansas on a regular basis. While our weather isn’t always extreme, it’s always unpredictable. Outdoor TVs are tough enough to withstand almost anything the Midwest throws at it, even if you forget to put a cover on it.

Secondly, outdoor TVs are optimized for that specific environment. In addition to the much-improved durability compared to indoor models, all outdoor TVs feature anti-glare coatings and available models with better backlighting to overcome brightness. Both Samsung and Furrion even offer full-sun configurations, meant to be installed in direct sunlight. Modern outdoor TVs are also just as feature-rich as indoor models, with modern connections like HDMI, smart capability, 4K resolution, LED backlighting and more.

So, long story short, the extra cost of a true outdoor TV is usually worth it if you’re planning on using your outdoor living space on a regular basis. Your watching experience will be much more pleasant and and more "set-and-forget", compared to an indoor TV. If you’re already spending money to put a TV outside, it’s usually worth spending a bit more to do it right! Plus, the cost of outdoor TVs has come down to where they're right in line with a high-end interior TV. Here at Hephner TV, we carry outdoor TVs from Samsung and Furrion, outdoor speakers from Klipsch, and odds and ends like outdoor TV covers. Come in today and join the outdoor revolution!