At a glance
| Hisense | TCL | |
|---|---|---|
| About | The value champion in South African lounges — big screens at accessible prices, and a brand we mount several of every week. | Aggressively priced large-format sets — the common choice for a sports bar wanting several screens without a premium bill. |
| Origin | China | China |
| Popular lines | ULED, Mini-LED ULED X, Smart 4K UHD range | C-Series Mini-LED, P-Series 4K UHD, Google TV platform |
Where Hisense wins
- Best screen size per rand on the local market
- Locally assembled models mean good parts availability
- ULED range punches above its price
- Wide model range for bedrooms and second lounges
Where TCL wins
- Excellent large-screen value for multi-screen venues
- Google TV platform on most current models
- Mini-LED available well below premium-brand pricing
Which should you choose?
Honestly: it depends on your property, how many rooms you need and your budget — the right answer for a single-lounge household is different from a four-room home or a guesthouse. We install both Hisense and TCL, so the recommendation you get from us is based on what fits, not what's on the shelf.