Customer Ratings & Reviews

I’ve always felt that you have to judge electronics based on what they’re designed to do rather than comparing everything to the most expensive products on the shelf. That’s especially true with this Insignia 27” monitor. It’s an entry-level 1080p display, and while there are certainly better monitors out there, I think Insignia actually did a pretty good job with this one. We have a somewhat unusual use for this monitor in our house. Right now it’s sitting in our fitness room so my wife can watch those all-hands work meetings where you’re expected to pay attention but don’t necessarily need to participate. This way she can get some time on the exercise bike while still keeping an eye on what’s happening at work. We also plan on using it as an extra gaming monitor when our nephew comes over and we need to set up another gaming station somewhere away from the main TVs. So it’s really more of a general-purpose display than something that’s going to sit on a desk all day. My first impression of the build quality was actually pretty good. The monitor itself is surprisingly slim, and I like the overall look. I will admit that when I first pulled out the stand, I wasn’t quite sure what to think. The base is basically a thin metal plate, which seemed a little cheap at first. But once I got everything assembled and put it in position, I actually liked it. It has a clean look and doesn’t take up much room. The screen tilts easily enough, and I haven’t noticed any drifting or problems with it staying where I put it. The power button is on the back, which is fine. Nothing fancy here, but nothing that feels poorly made either. Where I was probably most surprised was the picture quality, specifically the colors. I use a laptop with a 3K OLED display, so I’m pretty accustomed to looking at a really nice screen. I connected the Insignia as an extended display and, as you would expect, the difference in resolution was immediately obvious. At 27 inches, 1080p just isn’t all that sharp when you’re sitting a couple of feet away. You can definitely make out the individual pixels, and personally, I wouldn’t want to use this as my primary office monitor. I spend too much time looking at spreadsheets and text to go back to that resolution on a screen this size. But move back four feet or so, and the resolution becomes much less of an issue. What surprised me was just how decent the colors looked, even sitting next to my OLED laptop. Now don’t get me wrong, I’m not suggesting this thing is going to compete with an OLED display, because it isn’t. But I remember back during COVID when my wife was working from home using some old LCD monitors from the 2000s. The difference in colors between those and a modern display was almost comical. With this Insignia sitting next to my laptop, the difference in sharpness was obvious, but from a distance the colors weren’t nearly as far apart as I would have expected. I’ve spent some time watching Netflix and YouTube on it while working out, and it works really well for that as long as your source is something that either has speakers built in like a laptop or something with audio out with either a headphone jack or Bluetooth since this monitor has no speakers. I was thinking about it and I remembered that some Roku stick remotes have a headphone jack that you could use to listen to the audio. Something like that could be. Good with this monitor. 
 I realize monitor speakers aren’t usually anything to get excited about, but for something like our fitness room setup, even a basic set would have been handy. It’s not a huge deal, but it’s probably my biggest complaint about the monitor so far. The 144Hz refresh rate and AMD FreeSync are nice features I’m sure but I haven’t really had the chance to test it with gaming yet. Most of my time with it has been everyday computer use and streaming video. I do like knowing those features are there for when we eventually put it to work as an extra gaming display. I think the biggest thing to understand about this monitor is that it’s not trying to be something it isn’t. If you’re looking for a super sharp display to sit two feet away from all day, I’d probably look at something with a higher resolution. But if you’re looking for an inexpensive 27-inch monitor for a family computer, a secondary display, watching videos, or even a basic gaming setup, there’s really quite a bit to like here. I’m giving it five stars, and that’s not because I think it’s the best monitor I’ve ever used. Far from it. I’m giving it five stars because I think they got the important things right. The build quality is good, the colors are better than I expected, and the viewing angles are solid. Sometimes being really good at what you’re supposed to be is more than enough to earn five stars.

This is a pretty basic monitor, but it does the job and works well for its price. It gets decently bright, colors look good, and you get a 144Hz refresh rate with FreeSync. It’s got a nice design with thin bezels on 3 sides. The included stand assembles via 2 Phillips head screws, provides some basic tilt functionality, and has good stability - there’s also a 100x100 VESA mounting pattern. The screen has a matte finish. Around the back there is an HDMI and a VGA input. Included with the monitor is a power adapter and a 5ft HDMI cable. VGA is not something I thought I’d see on a new monitor in 2026, but it could be good for legacy devices. The settings menu can be accessed via a joystick/pushbutton around the back of the monitor. From there, you can make basic picture/color adjustments. I ended up choosing the ‘Graphics’ picture mode, which boosts the contrast and puts the brightness near its maximum. The monitor uses an IPS panel, which are known for good color and viewing angles and that holds true here. There’s no 100% sRGB or anything like that that I can see, so it’s likely not ideal for the type of work that requires that, but to my eye the colors look good, if just a little washed out. 1080p on a 27” display works out to a pretty low pixel density and that shows through in small elements like text, but games still look good from a reasonable distance. This is a good monitor for anyone with an old or entry-level GPU since you won’t have to push as many pixels. The response time feels good at the Normal overdrive setting. Colors are nothing special, but games still look very good and with G-sync enabled you get good motion. If you need a basic monitor that you can game on, this is not a bad choice. There are much better monitors out there, but they’re generally a much higher price.

144hz for this price is unbelievable! i have a lot of monitors and i use this one specifically for discord and just for moving stuff around my computer. i love it. definitely will buy again for future purposes

Overall, the monitor is great! Sometimes when the laptop goes into sleep mode, and when it wakes up, the screen is discolored. Then I lock it, open it back up and then it is fine.

Really wish all laptops came with screens we can see the text but this monitor surely helps as I get older.

Got this for a work monitor , ended up going to get a 2nd one

everything you want is there like all that the system offers

The monitor is bright and has decent contrast, however, there is excessive ghosting (old frames stay on screen) despite being 144 Hz. It works well for office work.

The Insignia 27" Class IPS FHD 144Hz Monitor with AMD FreeSync is great for both office and gaming use, and I feel it delivers solid performance at a budget price. This Full HD IPS panel offers a good balance of size, speed, and simplicity that suits multi-monitor setups or entry-level systems. The design of this monitor is clean and modern. There are thin bezels on three sides that keep the look uncluttered, while the bottom bezel features a dimly-lit Insignia logo and a dim power LED that does not distract. The monitor stand assembles quickly with two screws, provides basic tilt adjustment, and felt very stable. A 100x100 VESA pattern can be used for mounting, if desired. The matte screen finish helps reduce glare in normal lighting. The setup for the monitor is straightforward. Out of the box, it includes a power adapter and a HDMI cable. The inputs are HDMI and VGA, which is especially nice if hooking it up to an older computer. There are no speakers and no USB-C port, which is acceptable given the price but is inconvenient for laptop docking. Once connected, the display was recognized immediately by Windows. Picture quality is good for the price. The IPS panel provides wide viewing angles, even when positioned off-center in a multi-monitor arrangement. With factory settings, the colors can appear slightly washed out, but basic adjustments via the joystick menu on the back can make the colors more vivid. I settled on a graphics preset that boosts contrast and brightness. It handles web browsing, video, and general activities well. At 1080p on a 27-inch screen, small text is less sharp than it would be on higher-resolution monitors, but content remains readable from a normal viewing distance. The 144Hz refresh rate and AMD FreeSync support stood out to me. Motion is noticeably smoother during gaming compared with 60Hz monitors, and response time feels adequate at the normal Overdrive setting. It would pair well with older or entry-level GPUs that don't need higher resolutions, too. If you have an NVIDIA GPU, be aware of the lack of G-Sync compatibility. Overall, the Insignia 27" Class IPS FHD 144Hz Monitor with AMD FreeSync is a reliable, no frills option for anyone seeking an affordable large screen with a high refresh rate. Better options exist at higher prices, but for basic office work, multi-monitor expansion, or average gaming needs, it does the job very well without unnecessary features.

Picked up this Insignia 27” 144Hz to add to my multi monitor setup in my home office. In the past, Insignia products have proven to me they are decent quality at a good price point. The monitor was packaged well, better than some high dollar TV and monitors I’ve purchased in the past. The box contains the basics, the monitor itself, a stand, power cable, and hdmi cable. Setup was quick and simple and within minutes I had it installed. I use color calibrating hardware/software on my monitors for the image editing I do. At first glance I could tell the color profile was different from my existing 2 monitors. A quick run of my calibration tool had the colors looking perfect and all 3 monitors matching.. Overall physical appearance of the Insignia monitor is good. It looks modern and ‘typical’. It has a very small bezel edge on the left, right and top, with a slightly wider bezel on the bottom. The bottom bezel has a very muted “INSIGNIA” logo to keep the look clean. It’s not big and bright like some that pop out and slap you in the face. The blue power led on the bottom right is also very dim and muted, perfect and not shining in your eye like a laser beam some have.. Off angle viewing is great. I have it installed in the top left of my multi monitor stand and there is no degradation of quality from any normal use angle. I’m not a ‘big’ pc gamer but do play some when the time and mood permits. This is a 144hz monitor and is noticeably better vrs my other monitors in game play. I’m not seeing any lower refresh side effects like I do on my other monitors. This Insignia 27” 144hz does not have speakers built in, not a deal breaker for me, but sometimes it’s nice to have them for when I grab a monitor just for setting up a new pc and need audio. You are limited on inputs with just a VGA and HDMI. A USB C to use this as an external laptop monitor would also be handy, but again, we are working with a ‘budget’ monitor here and it’s not going to have all the bells and whistles. Overall this is a great monitor at the price point in my setup. Good enough that I will be purchasing another one to fill that 4th monitor spot on my setup.

In the box is the monitor (VGA and HDMI), wall plug, hdmi cord, two piece stand with two screws and instruction/warranty manual. First Impression - This monitor is SUPER light and I was definitely scared to take it out of the box. The monitor was well insulated in the box and the screen is also so very thin. I was able to get the monitor out of the box with ease and there is a piece that snaps to the monitor for the stand and there is a plate with two very small philip head screws to secure the base plate. (Screwdriver not included) After Installing the mount, (which took less than five minutes), I replaced one of my older damaged monitors and this one fit right in the spot where I wanted to put it. I was also able to plug in the monitor to my home office setup and everything worked smoothly. (The only thing I had to do was rearrange the display monitor, other than that, everything worked smoothly.) So far, I have been using the monitor in my home office for work and it has been great to have a third monitor for multitasking. Speaking of multitasking, the monitor can also be used as a gaming monitor, which is good for me when I am taking a break or lunch, I can play a level or two by switching from my work to my gaming laptop. I do wish there was a second HDMI so that I can just plug up my gaming laptop without unhooking my work stuff but it is not a deal breaker for me because this is mainly my work at home additional monitor so I can multitask even more. The settings button for the monitor is located on the on/off switch which I am used to because my other home monitors have the same type of settings on the power button as well. Overall, this is a great new addition to my home office. I would purchase again and I would recommend to friends and family.

Need an office monitor upgrade? How about looking for a viable and useful 2nd monitor setup for a laptop or office PC? What if you just built a PC and are looking for a simple screen to do basic things like surf the web or watch videos? This is the one for you. At this price point, the Insignia 27" IPS monitor offers everything you need to get started. For the size and refresh rate, this is an easy go-to for anyone needing a monitor. In the box, you get a 2-piece stand and a 4.9 ft. HDMI cable to get set up quickly. Everything is plug-and-play, and the display is automatically recognized within Windows or whatever you connect to it. I love the slim bezels, and it looks modern enough for any setup. I was looking for an easy and quick replacement for my office monitor, and I came upon this Insignia IPS display. The price was right, and it is a basic 1080P 16:9 display. The PLUS is that it runs at a faster 144Hz refresh rate, which isn't the norm for this price range. It's LED-backlit, and the picture is crisp and clear, and it does the job. I think it is perfect for home and offices that do not require color-accurate panels. This panel has a slight greenish tint out of the box, but you can correct this easily using the control stick at the lower right corner of the display. The menus are easy to navigate, and there are plenty of presets and profiles to control your picture. The high refresh rate is nice and makes things look crisp and clear. The viewing angles are almost perfect at 178 degrees before losing picture quality. You can tilt up and down on the vertical axis a bit, only up 22 degrees and down -6 degrees. If it is up high, pushing down will remove the glare from the ceiling lights so it can be used as a display for signage. There are only two inputs that offer the ability to switch: VGA and HDMI. This allows you to use old PCs and Laptops or new game consoles. This panel is AMD FreeSync certified but does not support NVIDIA V-Sync. Overall, this is a recommendation for anyone looking for a budget entry-level option for building a PC who values a large viewing area and enjoys crisp and fast displays. The 5ms latency isn't horrible and doesn't interfere with anything you want to do. Whether watching videos, playing on a console, watching DVDs, or streaming from a FireStick or Chromecast, this can handle it all and is recommended for home use and offices alike.

I wanted to get a second monitor for my home/office set-up, and found this one at Best Buy. I have had many Insignia products before and they all have exceeded my expectations while having an affordable price Opening the box after I got it home, I found the packaging to be perfect. Just enough that the product was factory fresh when I opened it, but not too much waste to head to a landfill. The accessories that comes along with it were also neatly organized so that I would not accidentally throw anything away Set-up was a breeze and the Quick Guide was totally unnecessary. I had this up and running in just a few minutes. All the parts needed to get it working were included, and this includes a quality HDMI cord The bezel color on mine is black (not sure if they make other colors?), and the image filled right to the edge. My laptop recognized it immediately, and no updates were required I used the toggle on the back to customize the image, which in my case was to use the blue light filter to ease eye fatigue The screen also had a tilt feature to get the angle right for me and can be seen clearly from wide angles Image wise, it looks perfect as a laptop screen extension and there is little to no lag. The literature on the product also mentions a technology included for gaming that helps with screen flicker, but I did not use it for gaming Overall, a great monitor at a fair price

FHD means Full High Definition. The display resolution is 1920 X 1080 pixels (aka 1080p). It utilizes an aspect ratio of 16:9 and is sharper than a standard High Definition which is 1280 X 720. This monitor has a refresh rate of 144 Hz; it redraws the screen 144 times per second which is over twice as fast as standard 60 Hz. This increases refresh rate and allows for smoother motion and less blur. The FPS (frames per second) of your system should be 144 or higher to notice and difference. If your system does only 60 FPS changing to a 144Hz monitor will show much difference. Also notice that for non-gaming use increase FPS is less noticeable. The Insignia 27” monitor also includes AMD FreeSync. This is a VRR (variable refresh rate) technology that adjusts the displays frame rate to the GPU’s (graphic processing unit). This process assists with cleaner gaming/video playback. This also requires the latest driver installation. Set-up was easy and straight forward. You can use the provided stand or VESA wall mount. I did not have any problems with eye strain after many hours of use. This monitor was used to replace a similar 27” display in a dual monitor setup.