LCD Televisions

Ferguson F2620LVD

The F2620LVD combines an HD Ready, 26-inch LCD TV with a DVD player for relative peanuts. Considering the price, you can't expect the pinnacle of AV performance, but high-definition pictures are reasonably sharp and images are generally bright. As a second-room TV, it could be worth considering

Editor's rating 4.9

Goodmans LD2667D

If you want a 26-inch, HD Ready LCD TV and have only £250 to spend, you might want to check out Goodmans' LD2667D. At this price, you can't expect cutting-edge features, fantastic picture quality or the last word in audio performance, but it's not a bad-looking set

Editor's rating 4.3

Panasonic Viera TX-L26X10

The HD Ready Viera TX-L26X10 is pricey for a no-frills, 26-inch LCD TV, but it offers a better AV performance than the vast majority of its rivals. It won't win any design awards, but if you're looking for a second-room TV and care about performance, this set is well worth considering

Editor's rating 7.0

Sony Bravia KDL-26V4000

The HD Ready KDL-26V4000 LCD TV is surprisingly affordable for a Sony Bravia set. Judged by Sony's current standards, it's short on features and looks unglamorous, but it produces some of the best pictures we've seen from a 26-inch TV, with bright, rich colours and deep, convincing black levels

Editor's rating 7.0

Toshiba Regza 26AV505DB

The Regza 26AV505DB is fantastically cheap for a big-brand, HD Ready, 26-inch LCD TV. It's performance is also far better than you might expect given the price, and, while you probably wouldn't want it as your main TV, it would be a good-value secondary set

Editor's rating 7.0

Hannspree XV HT09-28E1

The XV HT09-28E1 is remarkably cheap for a 28-inch LCD TV with a 1080p resolution. The set, nevertheless, offers generally good high-definition and standard-definition pictures, although audio quality leaves something to be desired and dark scenes could be handled better

User rating 8.0

Editor's rating 5.9

Panasonic TX-26LXD70

The Panasonic TX-26LXD70 is a terrific 26-inch LCD TV with excellent performance -- 100Hz processing responds well and significantly improves motion, while HD sources are produced in fine detail. Colours look vibrant and rich and it also adjusts well to standard definition broadcasts

Editor's rating 8.1

Bang & Olufsen BeoVision 8

As you would expect from a Bang & Olufsen offering, the BeoVision 8 simply oozes class. As 26-inch LCDs go this one isn't packed with features, but it's built with such finesse that it demands to be held in the highest regard

Editor's rating 7.3

Toshiba Regza 26WLT66

The Toshiba Regza 26WLT66 is a compact but stylish 26-inch LCD screen with an integrated Freeview receiver and, unusually, two HDMI inputs. It excels with hi-def material, so it's perfect for next-gen gaming

Editor's rating 7.0

Panasonic TX26LXD600

Panasonic's 26LXD600 is a new and improved model that's difficult to fault. It has now got a PC input and an SD memory card slot, it benefits from wider viewing angles and is supported by more sophisticated picture processing -- and we thought it would be difficult to raise performance standards...

User rating 9.0

Editor's rating 8.9

Panasonic TX26LXD60

The Panasonic TX26LXD60 features a future-proof HD Ready specification enhanced by new picture processing systems and advanced connectivity. Typical LCD constraints have been successfully improved and, with the advent of high definition, there're now two HDMI digital inputs

Editor's rating 8.6

Loewe Spheros R26

Loewe's products offer state-of-the-art design, specification and performance attached to exorbitant prices. The top-of-the-range Spheros R26 is undeniably expensive, but if the cost doesn't concern you it offers class-leading functionality, a future-proof specification and peerless picture and sound quality

Editor's rating 8.6

Panasonic TX26LXD52

The follow-up to the similarly-named TX26LXD50 has one important difference -- an HDMI input. This may not sound like enough for an update, but it means the TV can receive high-definition content when it becomes available -- and the picture's as good as ever

User rating 9.0

Editor's rating 8.3

Panasonic TX26LXD50

This Panasonic offers outstanding picture quality, with rich colour depth and great contrast, and an integrated Freeview tuner. However, it will be hindered by its lack of an 'HD Ready' badge.

Editor's rating 7.3

Toshiba 27WL56

Less than half the price of its predecessor, the 27WL56 adds an inch of screen and high-definition compatibility. Its good contrast levels will ensure pleasurable film viewing and Active Vision technology smooths out the blockiness of Freeview.

User rating 9.0

Editor's rating 7.0

Philips 26PF5520D

The 26PF5520D offers almost everything that you could want on a modern TV, including full high-definition compatibility and built-in Freeview, all for the miserly sum of £700. It might not offer picture processing or NXT speakers, but with decent picture quality and a shopping list of features, this is a true bargain

User rating 8.0

Editor's rating 8.0

Sony KLV-26HG2

Sony's new 26-inch LCD TV is the perfect AV choice for the boudoir. It won't take up much room and Sony's wondrous Wega Engine technology provides beautiful pictures from the clunkiest of sources. But if you want a high-definition TV or a flashy PC monitor, look elsewhere

User rating 8.0

Editor's rating 7.6

ViewSonic N2750w

ViewSonic's displays have always had something to distinguish them from the mass of also-rans. The NJ2750w is a massive bargain -- it looks classy, offers a good picture from DVD and games, and has enough connections to handle most AV collections.

User rating 9.0

Editor's rating 8.0

Sagem HD-L27

User rating 9.0

Editor's rating 7.0

Dell W2600

Editor's rating 7.0