A Few Months Later, I’m Thrilled With My Hisense QLED CanvasTV, and It’s Currently 40% Off.
If you, like most people, consider your TV the centerpiece of your living room, then when it’s off, all your furniture is pointed at a black rectangle. If this bothers you, the “art TV” trend, started by Samsung’s The Frame, may be the solution. These TVs are designed to look like a piece of art and display your chosen image when not in use. The Frame is a pricey option, but other brands offer their own models, including Hisense and their CanvasTV, which I’ve been using and loving for the past few months.
Hisense CanvasTV, a more affordable alternative to The Frame, is now on sale for $599.99 for a 55-inch TV (down from $999.99). According to price tracking tools , this is the lowest price ever. (Other sizes are also available at a discount.)
The main advantage of the CanvasTV over the Samsung The Frame is the price: you ‘ll pay $200 to $1,000 less for a TV of the same size (depending on the size you choose). Furthermore, if you choose The Frame, you’ll have to purchase the TV frame and most of the decorative elements separately, while Hisense includes all of this in the price. Like The Frame, the CanvasTV also comes with a mount, allowing you to hang the TV to look like a true work of art.
I also love that CanvasTVs come with Google OS, my favorite smart TV operating system, because it allows for seamless streaming from your phone (Android or iPhone). According to a CNET review , CanvasTV is a QLED TV with Quantum Dot technology and 4K resolution with a 144Hz refresh rate in Game Mode Pro. Its low-reflectivity Hi-Matte display gives it an artistic look, combating glare. You can replace the teak wood frame with a variety of colors, including white and walnut.
Considering that the Hisense The Frame is cheaper and requires less upfront cost, it’s a great option for those looking to save money on a TV that won’t dominate their home, especially with the current discount.