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See the Desobry 16.1-inch Small Smart TV on Amazon
Some spots just don't fit a normal TV: a crowded kitchen counter, an RV dinette, a garage workbench, the corner of a bedroom dresser. The Desobry 16.1-inch Small Smart TV is marketed for kitchens and small spaces like these. It's currently listed at about $172.99, down from $199.99 (roughly 13% off).
This is a size-driven purchase, not a value-per-dollar winner. Here's what you're getting and what to check first.
What You Get: 16.1-Inch 1080p LCD, Wi-Fi, ATSC Tuner, and a 180-Degree Stand
The listing describes a compact display with a solid resolution for its size. The key specs:
- Screen: 16.1-inch LCD, 1080p, 60 Hz
- Connectivity: built-in Wi-Fi
- Tuner: ATSC, for over-the-air broadcast TV
- Inputs: HDMI, USB, and AV
- Stand: 180-degree adjustable
- Power: plug-in AC power (not battery-powered)
That mix of a small footprint, 1080p, and older-style inputs is the whole pitch. Most TVs this size skimp on at least one of those.
The Price: $173 (Down from $200), but Check the Coupon at Checkout
The sale price we're tracking is $172.99, against a regular price of $199.99. That's a discount of about 13%, or roughly $27.
Treat the number as a moving target. In one listing we saw, the displayed price was about $189.99 before a coupon was applied. So the final price may depend on clipping or applying a coupon at checkout. Confirm the total in your cart before you commit, and don't assume the $199.99 figure is what the TV usually sells for.
Check the current price and coupon on Amazon
Who This Is For: Kitchens, RVs, Bedrooms, and Garages Where Size Is the Constraint
This TV makes sense when a bigger screen physically won't fit. Common use cases include:
- Kitchen countertops: a screen for cooking along with the news or a broadcast channel
- RV and camper dinettes: compact enough for tight quarters, as long as you have AC power
- Garages and workbenches: a secondary screen where space is scarce
- Bedrooms and offices: a small second TV that won't take over the room
The 180-degree adjustable stand helps in awkward spots where you can't always place the screen straight on. It may also suit other compact setups, such as pairing it with a console, computer, or media player through the HDMI port.
If you have room for a bigger screen, keep reading, because the math gets less friendly.
The Smart Platform Caveat: Preloaded Apps May Be Limited—Budget for a Streaming Stick
This is the biggest open question. The listing advertises Wi-Fi and the product is called a smart TV, but the details of the software are unclear. We couldn't confirm the operating system, which streaming apps are preloaded, or whether you can add more. One editorial roundup says the platform may be limited to preloaded apps without additional downloads, though that's a roundup rather than a hands-on test.
Before you buy:
- Read the Amazon listing and Q&A for the apps you care about.
- Don't assume any specific service is supported.
- Budget for a streaming stick, such as a Fire TV Stick or Roku, in the $20-30 range.
Because the TV has an HDMI input, a stick is an easy backup. It also sidesteps any software limitations.
Inputs and Connectivity: HDMI, USB, AV, and Over-the-Air TV
The input list is where this TV stands out for a small screen:
- HDMI for streaming sticks, game consoles, or a laptop
- USB for compatible media playback
- AV for older gear
- ATSC tuner for free over-the-air broadcast channels with an antenna
One note on the tuner: it handles broadcast TV only. It doesn't deliver cable or subscription streaming by itself, and you'll need an antenna for local channels.
What It's Not: Battery-Powered, Weatherproof, or a Mainstream-Brand Bargain
A few things to be clear about:
- It's not battery-powered. Plan on plugging it into AC power. Don't count on it for camping without a power source.
- It's not weatherproof. It's marketed for portable indoor/outdoor use, but nothing in the available information establishes weather resistance. Treat it as an indoor household display, or keep it covered and dry if you take it outside.
- It's from an unproven brand. Desobry isn't a mainstream name, and we have little evidence on long-term reliability.
- Review evidence is thin. The exact listing shows 5.0 out of 5 from only 4 ratings, which is too small a sample to mean much. A related 16-inch Desobry model shows 3.9 out of 5 from 248 ratings. That's a different model, so don't treat the two as interchangeable, but it hints at a more mixed record for the brand's nearby products.
- It's not the value pick. A 19- or 24-inch smart TV from a mainstream brand often costs less and offers better software support. You're paying a premium here for compactness and convenience.
Sound Quality and Alternatives: Expect Compromises, Consider a Bluetooth Speaker
We don't have audio specs for this model, so don't assume much. Customer feedback on a related Desobry model is mixed on sound quality, and small TV speakers are usually a compromise anyway.
If audio matters, check the listing for supported audio outputs or Bluetooth before you buy. If it works with your setup, a small speaker is a cheap fix. Another option is to route audio from a streaming device to something else.
If you want a screen for genuinely cordless camping, a portable TV with a rechargeable battery is a different product category worth a look.
The Bottom Line: Buy It If You Need Tiny, Not If You Want the Best Value
The Desobry 16.1-inch Small Smart TV is a niche pick. On paper, 1080p, Wi-Fi, an ATSC tuner, and HDMI/USB/AV inputs in a very small package is a useful combination for tight spaces. The trade-offs are real, though: unclear smart software, limited review evidence, an unproven brand, and plug-in-only power.
Buy it if a bigger screen won't fit. If you have any size flexibility, compare it against larger budget smart TVs first. And since the review record is so thin, Amazon's return policy is your safety net, so buy where returns are easy and test it right away.
See the Desobry 16.1-inch Small Smart TV on Amazon
Before you click buy: verify the current price and coupon, check which streaming apps are preloaded, and consider adding a $20-30 streaming stick if app selection looks limited.
