The 10 Best HDTV Antennas for Free Channel-Surfing
The 10 Best HDTV Antennas for Free Channel-Surfing
An HDTV antenna will allow you to capture popular channels such as ABC, CBS, NBC, and Fox (among others) in high definition for free. This roundup includes several highly rated indoor and outdoor antennas for every budget.
1) Antennas Direct Clearstream 4 TV Antenna
Antennas Direct
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Imagine never having to pay for cable TV again. It's totally possible with this HDTV antenna that lets you access all of your favorite news, sitcoms, movies, kids, and sports programs with HD sound and video quality — without the monthly cable bill. This antenna constantly scans for new channels as they’re made available for broadcast and can reach up to 70 miles. Its grip design bolts to walls, windows, and roofs for easy installation.
2) Winegard FL-5000 FlatWave Digital Indoor HDTV Antenna
Winegard
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This inexpensive — but powerful — indoor antenna is capable of receiving broadcasts from up to 30 miles away. It includes a 15-foot coaxial cable, and it offers an easy installation. It's a thin pick with a dual color design that'll blend into your living room.
3) Antennas Direct ClearStream Eclipse TV Antenna
Antennas Direct
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This top-rated HDTV antenna from ClearStream has a unique design that easily adheres to any smooth surface. It has a 35-mile range that does a fine job at picking up multiple channels. It includes a 12-foot coaxial cable, and if you live in a rural location, you can purchase an amp for improving the signal.
4) 1byone Amplified HD Digital TV Antenna
1byone
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The well-priced 1byone amplified HDTV antenna has an excellent coverage range of 50 miles. The antenna's built-in amplifier has a built-in on/off switch, while a bundled 20-foot cable ensures that you can always find a perfect spot for it. Each antenna comes with a one-year warranty.
5) Mohu Leaf Plus Amplified Indoor TV Antenna
Mohu
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The Mohu Leaf is a highly rated amplified indoor HDTV antenna with a 60-mile range, a slim profile, and easy installation. It features clever filtering technology that keeps FM radio and cellular signals away for better image quality, and it has a dual-color design for better room integration.
6) 1byone Outdoor TV Antenna 360° Omni-Directional
1 BY ONE
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This amplified antenna by 1byone is designed for outdoor use. It has omni-directional design, a slim profile for reduced wind load, and a 65-mile range. The antenna comes bundled with a 20-foot cable, which ensures easy installation.
7) RCA Multi-Directional Amplified HDTV Antenna
RCA
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The RCA ANT1100F is an ultra thin indoor HDTV antenna with multi-directional design and a maximum coverage range of 60 miles. It has a reversible face with a black or white finish, a 9-foot coaxial cable, and easy installation.
8) Mohu Leaf Metro TV Antenna
Mohu
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The Leaf Metro is an affordable option by Mohu with a small footprint and a 25-mile range. Designed with small spaces in mind, the antenna has dual-color design, a 10-foot detachable cable, and sturdy build quality. The manufacturer backs the Leaf Metro with a one-year warranty.
9) ViewTV Flat HDTV Digital Indoor TV Antenna
ViewTV
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You need less than $10 to pick up an indoor HDTV antenna like the ViewTV Flat HD. With a 25-mile range and compact design, it'll deliver free access to essential TV channels in case your cable box or streaming device decide to take a break. It isn't as reliable as other antennas, but it'll get the job done.
10) XFTREE Amplified HD Digital HDTV Indoor Antenna
XFTREE
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Pick up as many free channels as possible with an HDTV antenna that continuously scans the airwaves up to 180 miles away. And although you do have to place it in plain sight (on a wall or window), a 17-foot cable allows you to set it up practically anywhere in the house to keep things discreet and hidden. Some reviewers report receiving nearly 60 channels free of charge (and they're all channels you'd actually want to watch!).
A handy backup for your cable box or streaming service.