Best Smart TVs 2025 – Comparison of Google TV, Tizen, WebOS, Vidaa, Titan OS and Fire TV

When choosing a television, it's easy to focus only on the picture or HDR, but then it turns out that it’s not the panel, but the SmartTV operating system that determines how enjoyable it is to use the gear on a daily basis. It’s responsible for how quickly Netflix starts up, whether YouTube stalls, and whether you can even find the app you use in the store. The differences can be significant – on one television, everything works smoothly, while on another, you might have to wait a few seconds for a simple app switch. Therefore, when looking at the system, it’s worth asking yourself: do I prefer greater freedom and access to everything, or rather simplicity and tried-and-true solutions?

How do we evaluate the functionality of a TV?

For us, what's important is whether the TV can truly be used comfortably on a daily basis. Two things are key: the number of apps and how quickly everything operates, as well as whether there are any annoying bugs. Just having the same system name isn’t enough – it's not uncommon for two TVs with Google TV to differ like night and day, depending on how well the manufacturer optimised it. Having the same system doesn’t mean it will work identically. Additionally, there are user features to consider. We check how easily you can cast an image from a phone, whether AirPlay or Miracast works, and how the TV handles playback of videos from a USB drive or hard disk. It's also important whether it can correctly transmit multichannel audio via eARC to a home theatre system. This doesn’t impact the TV's own speakers, but it does matter a lot for many people using external audio gear like a soundbar.

Most Popular SmartTV Systems Found in Televisions

There is no single universal system on the market. Google TV, Tizen, WebOS, Vidaa, or Titan OS – each works a bit differently and provides different user experiences. One tempts with a vast number of applications, another operates swiftly, and a third prioritises simplicity. Therefore, when choosing a television, it’s worth knowing what we’re dealing with, as it’s the system that determines whether daily use of the TV will be a pleasure or a painful ordeal.

Google TV

Google TV can be found in Sony, TCL, and top models from Philips. It’s somewhat like the Android system on phones – a huge selection of applications from Google Play, integration with a Google account, and a plethora of personalisation options. The interface can suggest sensible recommendations, and Google Assistant functionality is a handy addition. A downside is that on weaker models, the system can be temperamental and lag, but it’s hard not to appreciate its capabilities. However, it should be noted that depending on the brand, its interface may vary.

Tizen

Samsung has been developing Tizen for years and it's evident that they have significant experience in this area. The system is fast, stable, and well thought out. On top of that, there is a rich library of applications – practically everything you could need. A limitation might be the small solar remote, but most users will still be satisfied with how smoothly it operates and how sleek it looks.

WebOS

LG TVs are almost synonymous with WebOS. The system is simple, featuring the distinctive Magic Remote, which acts like a cursor on the screen. It's a setup that instantly feels intuitive. It may not have as many bells and whistles as the competition, but it makes up for it with incredible convenience.

Vidaa

Hisense has bet on the Vidaa system in Europe and it was a home run. Just a few years ago, there were complaints about the lack of apps, but now all the major services are available. Interestingly, Vidaa focuses more on "TV" features than the competition – you can record programs from built-in tuners to USB or conveniently use the EPG. With other manufacturers, these options are slowly disappearing, but here they are front and centre.

Titan OS

This is the youngest system in the lineup, present in newer Philips models. The menu is simple and clear, functioning decently, but the app base is still evolving, and the system itself may have a few irritating bugs. Titan OS has significant potential, although it's clear that this is just the beginning of its development journey.

Fire TV

Fire TV is a system developed by Amazon that can be found in Panasonic televisions or in models primarily intended for the American market. In Europe, its presence is quite limited, and the app library doesn’t compare to giants like Google TV or Tizen. Nevertheless, Fire TV has its strengths – it works exceptionally well with the voice assistant Alexa and serves as a control hub for devices in the Amazon ecosystem. It’s an interesting option for those already using products from this brand, although in our region the system still remains a niche.

Comparison of Smart TV Systems

System	Main Advantages	Limitations	Who is it for?
Google TV	Huge selection of apps, integration with Google, good recommendations	Slower performance on cheaper models	People who want all the apps
Tizen	Fast and stable, wide library of apps	Missing alternative media players	Users of Samsung devices and fans of simple solutions and IoT systems
WebOS	Magic Remote, great voice assistant	Missing alternative media players	Those who value the convenience and simplicity of the Magic remote
Vidaa	Efficient system, nearly all key VOD, strong TV-like features	Fewer apps than the competition	People watching traditional TV
Titan OS	Quite fast, simple menu	Still developing app base, irritating bugs, infrared remote	For those who want Ambilight and a simple system
FireTV	Integration with Alexa, good control of the Amazon ecosystem	Limited availability in Europe, fewer apps, awkwardly translated Menu	Users of Amazon products and Alexa

Best Smart TVs

How do we evaluate the functionality of a TV?

Most Popular SmartTV Systems Found in Televisions

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Vidaa

Titan OS

Fire TV

Comparison of Smart TV Systems

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