You know that feeling when you walk into an electronics shop, and you see a super cheap TV? You start thinking, “Aki si ni the same thing as the expensive ones?” After all, they all show pictures, right? So, you decide to save a few coins and grab one. Big mistake! A few months down the line, the TV starts acting up—screen flickering, no sound, software freezing. Now, you’re regretting your decision, but it’s too late! You’ve joined the club of “watu walikula loss” (people who took a loss).
Don’t get me wrong; this isn’t about being bitter. Jokes aside, these are all facts. We are talking about TV brands that have frustrated customers to the point of giving sellers bad publicity instead of making them profits. Some of these TVs have issues that are just too common, and it’s about time we called them out.
So, what makes a TV one of the worst TV brands in Kenya? Let’s break it down first before we name and shame.
What Defines a “Worst TV”?
Not all cheap TVs are bad, but if a brand checks most of these boxes, then it qualifies as one of the worst TV brands in Kenya:
- High Rate of Returns – If too many customers are returning a particular brand, that’s a red flag.
- Frequent Damage Issues – Some TVs spoil too fast, and it’s almost like they were built to fail.
- After-Sales Service – How easy is it to get the TV repaired under warranty? Some brands make you suffer before fixing your TV.
- Warranty Processing Time – Even if your TV is under warranty, how long does it take to get serviced? Some brands take months!
- Features & Usability – Some TVs lack basic features that should be standard in modern televisions.
- Bad Picture Quality – A good TV should have at least Full HD (1080p) resolution or 4K for premium quality.
- Operating System & Updates – Some brands use outdated software that never gets updates, making the TV slow and frustrating.
Worst TV Brands in Kenya
1. Vitron
Vitron is one of the most affordable TV brands in Kenya, and we give it credit for that. But cheap is expensive because:
- After 1 to 3 years, the software starts misbehaving.
- Backlight problems start showing up.
- You turn it on, but no pictures appear.
If you want a TV that will serve you for a long time, this might not be the one for you.
2. CR, Solamax, Skyview, MC TV (Out of Market but Still a Red Flag)
These TVs were everywhere a few years back, but now? Vanished! And for a good reason:
- Faulty screens that died too soon.
- Frequent system failures.
- Zero after-sales support—you’d rather buy another TV than try getting these repaired.
3. Vision Plus
Vision Plus is not too bad when it comes to returns, but wacha tuongee kuhusu visuals.
- The picture quality is just bad.
- If you want sharp, vibrant images, this is not it.
- The good news? They might have improved, but their earlier models left people disappointed.
4. Skyworth & Nobel (Tied)
These two brands trick you with good resolution and clarity, but…
- Their screens die suddenly. You’ll just wake up one day, and a line appears, then another, then the whole screen is gone.
- Warranty is a nightmare! If you try returning one, be ready to fight. “Mtavurutana sana!”
- Funny enough, if you get a good one, they are among the top 7 best TVs in Kenya—but that warranty hustle? No, thanks!
5. Syinix
Syinix has decent picture quality, and Carlcare handles their after-sales service. But the problem is waiting forever to get it fixed!
- Some customers have waited 3 months just for a simple repair.
- No spare parts—you have to keep going back and pushing them to fix it.
- If you don’t follow up aggressively, they will ghost you!
Conclusion
Now, before anyone starts saying, “Hii ni propaganda,” let’s be clear: this is based on research from credible sources and customer experiences. We are just here to help you avoid buying regrets.
Yes, some people might have had a good experience with these brands, but many others have suffered losses. If you’re planning to buy a TV in Kenya, do your research, check reviews, and don’t just go for the cheapest option. Sometimes, paying a little extra saves you a lot of stress later.
At the end of the day, it’s your money, your choice. But now, at least you know what to expect! Share this with your friends so they don’t fall into the same trap.