Best TV Antennas in the UK

Sometimes trying to mess with the classic design is just not worth it, especially if that classic model still works just peachy. And that’s certainly the case regarding the Labgear lhg10t outdoor loft antenna. It’s as vintage as they get, a wiry, large antenna that could be seen on any rooftop just a decade ago. Although this type of receiver is less popular now, it still has a lot to offer as this model uses upgraded tech.

Yes, indeed, despite the regular aerial design, this model has a special built-in 4G filter which automatically filters out any interference and faulty signals. This is particularly important if you live in the city with cell signal towers placed all over. These tend to ruin the signal reception for older models so a modern antenna like the Labgear lhg10t is a good upgrade choice.

Although this antenna does not have an amplifier, it is a high gain model with 15 dBi. This means that while the 4G filter protects you from cell towers, the built-in gain capacity keeps the signal receiver working well with no noise or interference coming through. While we wouldn’t have minded an amplifier to boost the reception range, the Labgear lhg10t seems to do just fine without it, picking up the signal and keeping it clear to provide the highest quality possible.

If you want your antenna to be easily accessible and, thus, fixable on your own without any professional help, you should look for an indoor model. In that case, we can recommend the RGTech Monarch 50 Black.

This discreet black box can be both left standing on your desktop or mounted on a wall. That way you can hide it away to save space and keep it out of guests’ sight. Plus, you can affix it to the back of your TV, which might not do much to fortify the signal further but it does make for some smart and convenient placement.

Now, although we’d certainly recommend keeping the device close by, your placement options won’t be too restricted as the coaxial cable here is about 4.5 metres long, enough to put the antenna anywhere you’d like. The cable itself is quite sturdy with several layers of shielding to prevent electromagnetic interference and more mundane problems such as breakage as well as wear and tear.

Sadly, we can’t say the same about the device itself as even the front panel gets scratched up really fast. While the RGTech Monarch 50 antenna isn’t one of those devices where looks are key, it’s still upsetting to see a brand new product lose its shine after a month of use. Plus, this is telling of a cheap material which means the antenna likely won’t withstand a fall from a desk or a windowsill.

The 1byone Amplified HDTV Antenna is a digital indoor TV antenna which is designed for use inside a house or a flat. It features a signal amplifier and is able to receive signals within a radius of about 35 miles from the broadcasting television tower, which means your TV will always have a clear picture even if you’re a bit far from the city. This makes it perfect for those out in the country. With this digital antenna, you can forget about the paid satellite and cable TV and enjoy watching all the local digital channels absolutely for free.

This 1byone Amplified HDTV digital antenna has an active adapter for power amplification, which will provide the best video signal reception by enhancing the signal up to 7dB. That way the image should stay clear even if the signal is being interrupted by poor weather or power issues. The range of reproduced frequencies includes FM, VHF 47-230MHz, UHF 470-862MHz, making it the best TV antenna to receive free television broadcasts of high-definition TV channels such as the US imports of ABC, CBS, NBC, PBS, and Fox as well as local stuff such as BBC, Dave, and others. The 1byone Amplified HDTV Antenna provides up to 1080p HD broadcast format that allows you to enjoy a clear, high-quality picture of your favourite shows and programs. Admittedly, this means that it’s used best with high-end TVs with huge screens so make sure you’ve got a flat-screen ready for it.

When you think of an antenna, you probably have a few particular characteristics and design types in mind and you certainly wouldn’t imagine it being a tiny short gizmo that you could take along on a picnic. But that’s exactly what the August DTA240 is and it’s the perfect mix of high-quality signal transmission and an antenna that can be used both indoor and as an outdoor loft model, even if you’re far away from an electrical outlet.

This antenna can be hooked up to your TV, a tuner, or even your laptop using the USB port. And that not only boosts its range of functionality but makes the installation process easy as a pie. You don’t need any technical know-how to plug the antenna into the receiving device. And if you want to free up some space or no longer have any need for the August DTA240, you can put it away just as easily.

Speaking of space, let’s discuss placement options. Aside from the obvious free-standing one, you can mount this antenna on the wall or even stick it to your fridge or any metal object. If you’re wondering how the answer is simple - a powerful built-in magnet in the base of the antenna. And if your living room has nothing metal to hang the August DTA240, you can simply use adhesive stickers as even they’ll be able to support the low weight of the antenna.

Tired of noise ruining the picture quality while you’re trying to watch some football or enjoy your favourite show? This can be solved by either paying tons for a high-end antenna or going for a bargain and getting a simple one with an amplifier. Today, we’re recommending the latter in the form of the pendoo TV Antenna 001.

The amplifier here is USB-powered so it’s easy to find a way to get it working and, from there on, the device does the job for you. It enhances the natural power of the antenna to get its range of reception up. With the amplifier active, you can get up to 50 miles coverage, which should be more than enough to get all local channels and more.

Admittedly, reception range isn’t everything as getting the signal is one thing but keeping it clear is a whole different ordeal. Sadly, the pendoo TV Antenna 001 doesn’t offer all that much protection except for whatever shielding there is in its coaxial cable (which, thankfully, is pretty long, great for placement freedom). So try to make sure you don’t place the antenna too close to sources of electromagnetic interference, which include powerful appliances like air conditioners, fridges, microwaves, and more.