Moving into a new apartment and looking to buy a new smart TV that goes well with the living room decor? Wouldn’t it be great if you could buy a TV that doesn’t cost a fortune, given the expense incurred for the new apartment? Buying a smart TV doesn’t necessarily have to burn a hole in your wallet. With the right kind of research, you can get a good smart TV with great features available at affordable prices.

The year 2018 saw significant advancement in smart TV technology, you have the LED, OLED, 4K, and HDR. The wide range of smart TVs to choose from makes it all the more challenging to make a choice that fits into your budget. Here are a few tips that’ll help you make the right choice:

• Buy a future-proof TV – don’t buy a TV with a resolution less than 4K
• Don’t go in for the “too advanced” TVs, which will be too expensive
• Do not focus only on the brand, be open to all brands while researching on smart TVs
• A 50-55 inch TV is going to cost you anything between $500 to $600
• The refresh rate of the TV should at least be 120 Hz
• Go in for an HDR-compatible TV
• Go for extended warranties ONLY if absolutely required
• Invest in a good sound bar for the best viewing experience

Keep all of the above points in mind while you buy a new smart TV. Consider a wide range of TV brands because you may find really good features in the “not-so-famous” brands as well.

Here is a roundup of the best smart TV options under $300:

• Toshiba 43 inch 4K Ultra HD Smart LED TV
  This TV comes loaded with Amazon Fire, so the entire Amazon Prime library is available once you subscribe to it. The setup is a hassle-free process and the voice assists Alexa is available as well. The price is under $300.
• TCL 40S325 1080P ROKU Smart TV
  TCL’s excellent ROKU smart TV range fits well into your budget. If you are familiar with the ROKU interface, then you must consider this model. The larger 49-inch model is available for $280. Both the 40 inches and 49 inches are available on Amazon for a discount.
• TCL 43S425 43-inch 4K ROKU Smart TV
  If you are looking at an ultra HD TV and are comfortable with the ROKU interface from TCL, then the 43 inch TV is also a good choice. It is available for $260 on Amazon.
• Samsung UN32M4500A 32 inch 720P Smart TV
  For those looking at a slightly smaller screen, the 32 inches smart TV from Samsung may be a good choice. Its Wi-Fi connectivity enables users to stream all their favorite content easily. It is available on Amazon for around $207.

LG, Toshiba, and VIZIO are other options that you can consider while deciding on a smart TV.