Netflix has released its list ofthe best 2019 TVsfor — you guessed it — streamingNetflix. Known as “Netflix Recommended,” it’s a list that the company has been updating since 2015. Generally speaking, to be awarded a Netflix Recommended stamp of approval, a TV must let you:
However, there are also specific criteria that a TV must meet in order to be offered a Netflix Recommended rating. Previously, TVs needed to meet at least five of these seven criteria:
For 2019, the company has tweaked this formula slightly. TV Resume has now been incorporated into Instant On, and a new “Always Fresh” criteria now rounds out the seven items. Always Fresh is a requirement that the TV keeps the Netflix app running in the background, even when the TV is in sleep mode. Every so often, the TV triggers the Netflix app to refresh in that background state, which means there will be almost no lag next time you fire up the app and pick your profile icon. Instead of waiting for the spinning red circle to be replaced by the Netflix home screen, it should show up right away.
Curious about which TVs have made the cut for 2019? So far the list is small but includes:
It’s possible that more TVs will be added to the list over the remainder of the year. Not every TV that qualifies for a Netflix Recommended designation will display the mark on the box, as participation in the Recommended program is voluntary, and not every manufacturer participates.
Updated June 20: We previously suggested that manufacturers had to submit their TVs for evaluation by Netflix. Netflix evaluates all TVs with a certified Netflix implementation for its Netflix Recommended program.
