Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- K43S30
- SKU:
- 12316882
Rating by feature
- Picture Quality
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Sound Quality
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- Brightness
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Pros mentioned:Picture quality
Actually bought for computer monitor.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I am not reviewing the Bravia 3 43" as a TV but as a computer monitor. I understand this is not a top of the line TV image but here are the things that make it stand out against competitors for a computer monitor: • The 4K @ 43" is a good combo for desktop, icon, and text size. • Unlike others, this is an IPS panel. Less deep blacks but much better off angle viewing. Important for hours in front of close viewing. • In Graphics or Game mode the HDMI port can be put into a real 444 colorspace and text no longer has color fringing. It is really great for computer text. • Doesn't have burn-in with static images up for a long time. $500 is great for a computer monitor like this.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi User895799,
We're pleased to learn that your Sony TV has really stood out for you as a computer monitor—thank you so much for the thoughtful 4-star rating! The combination of a 43" 4K IPS panel is a fantastic choice for desktop work, offering comfortable text size and crisp icons with great off-angle viewing, especially for extended use. It's wonderful to hear you value the true 444 colorspace on HDMI in Graphics/Game mode for clear computer text, and that burn-in hasn't been an issue for static images. That versatility and dependable performance truly set your Sony K43S30 apart.
Thank you for choosing Sony—hope your day is as smooth as your desktop experience!
DiegoV.
- Pros mentioned:Picture quality, Size
Sony Bravia recommendation
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My previous Sony Bravia stopped working and I needed a new tv for my family. This was my first smart tv purchase with 4K capability. I tell you, I was floored when I saw the clear vibrant colors and pictures. It does take some time to set up when you first plug it in, but after that, it’s simple to use and operate. It comes with four hdmi ports and a digital cable port. You cannot connect conventional speakers to the tv, so if you want a good sound, you will want to pick up a soundbar. It’s a perfect size for a small room. Low price but big return. Highly recommend!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Bestbuy, Thank you for sharing your fantastic experience! We're thrilled to hear that the clear vibrant colors and pictures of your new Sony BRAVIA 3 TV meets your expectation, and that the 4 HDMI ports and a digital cable port satisfies you. We also appreciate your input for the first setup and connecting the speaker to a conventional speaker. Thank you for choosing and recommending Sony. Enjoy! -Maria
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Picture quality
Great inexpensive TV for a smaller room
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great smart TV for a smallish room. The sound from the unit is very good without add on speakers, and it is very very easy to use comparted to my older smart TV.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CaliforniaTara,
Thank you for the incredible 5-star review! It's a true pleasure to hear that the Sony BRAVIA 3 is a great fit for your space.
You've highlighted some of its best features. The Google TV platform is designed to be very intuitive and easy to use, so it's great that you've noticed the difference. We're also proud of the sound quality, as our TVs are built to deliver clear and immersive audio without needing extra equipment.
Thanks for being part of the Sony family!
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Picture quality, Size
Disappointed
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have had this tv for almost 4 months. It started off great. Great picture, good sound and nice size, all for a reasonable price. I was very happy with it. These last couple of weeks it just freezes up and won’t respond to the remote control. I have to unplug the tv and leave it unplugged for a few minutes. Plug it back in and let it reboot itself and it will work fine for a few days. I don’t watch this tv everyday. I will be contacting Beat Buy to see what can be done about it. I’ll update my review once things have been resolved.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SharonM, thank you for sharing your experience! It's great to hear that you're enjoying the great picture, sound and perfect size of the Sony - BRAVIA 3. However we're truly sorry to hear about the inconvenience you've had with it. We understand how frustrating it must be having to unplug the TV every time that it freezes. Here are some steps you can try to fix this problem:
1- Turn on Simple IP control, you can do this by going to settings > network and internet > home network > IP control > Simple IP control
2- Clear the cache data and free up some space, in settings go to system > storage > internal shared storage > cached data > select clear
3- Make sure the software is up to date by going to settings > system > about > system software update > update your TV software
4- Perform a Factory Data Reset. If the steps above did not resolve the problem, you can try doing a Factory reset, this will delete everything on the TV including any glitch that maybe causing the problem. Select settings > system > about > reset > factory data reset > erase everything
We hope these steps help you to resolve the problem. If the issue persists, do not hesitate to contact our technical support team at:
https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=tv
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Picture quality
Sony quality and picture. Google TV integration.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I really wanted to have a quality TV with the Google operating system, so it would be seamless with my other TV/apps, and the selection of TVs this size that do have Google is very limited. I purchased this as an open box, so the price was right, and it works as it should. I like the Sony color much more than Samsung's oversaturated color. The onboard speakers are fine for a smallish (which is the design/size of this TV anyway), but if you really want the deep/loud effects, a soundbar will be nice.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jmbsmt63,
Thank you very much for the 5-star rating and the detailed feedback on your Sony - BRAVIA 3. We're really happy to hear that you successfully found a quality TV with the integrated Google operating system that works seamlessly with your other apps. It's fantastic to hear you prefer the rich colors of our TVs and found great value in your purchase.
Thanks for trusting Sony!
Best regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Picture quality
Prefer the Sony to other brands.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.We have larger Sony Bravias in our den and bedroom, so when we needed a smaller TV in the sunroom I gravitated to the Sony. But I had a "deal" on a Samsung so I tried that first. Unfortunately, we connect to a Roku Ultra for all of our TV watching (all streaming) and the Samsung turns on with all of its apps and gets in the way of the Roku screen. We exchanged the Samsung for this TV and we MUCH happier. Very good picture quality out of the box, everything just works.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello docdaddy,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We couldn't be happier to hear that your new Sony K43S30 TV is a perfect fit for your sunroom and that it delivers excellent picture quality right out of the box. It’s wonderful to know that everything works seamlessly with your Roku Ultra, enhancing your streaming experience. Thank you for sharing your positive experience—your trust in Sony means a lot to us!
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Picture quality
Very nice TV for a good price
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I really like this TV. I thought it was easy to setup and add all of my devices. I have the Dish Hopper 4, Apple 4K TV, and blu ray player hooked up to it. The TV switches between the inputs easily. I replaced a Sony TV that was 11 years old for this one. I think the speakers were better on the older one but I could always add a soundbar. The picture is very nice and I have no complaints.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Awesome, Michele! We are thrilled to hear that you like your BRAVIA 3 and you're satisfied with its amazing performance. Thank you very much for sharing your excellent experience with our product and for trusting Sony! - Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Color, Picture quality
Love Sony
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This 43” tv is super fun. The picture is great. No need for a sound bar- the speakers are plenty loud, and sound really good. The Surround feature is impeccable for movies and music. Hands Free Google Assistant (or RC) is a nice perk. Game mode has crosshair options. All your TV lineups in one place. Brightness and color science is excellent. i have been strictly watching this TV rather than my larger flagship Sony for a week now.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Bryan, fabulous! We're truly delighted to hear about your satisfaction with the amazing picture quality, exceptional sound, user-friendly Google TV feature, and superb performance of your BRAVIA 3. Thank you so much for the perfect star review and for choosing the best brand, Sony! - Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Color, Picture quality
Very satisfied
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Wow! This is the first Sony television I bought, and I have not been disappointed. The picture is great. The colors are fabulous and his features are the best I have seen. More over the controls to the television aren’t filled with buttons and so easy to use a maneuver. This is the best television I have ever owned. Thank you, Best Buy for your help and guidance. You guys are the best. Thank you.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RonnieS, Thank you for sharing your positive experience with the K-43S30 television. We're thrilled to hear that you are enjoying the great picture quality, fabulous colors, and user-friendly controls. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Picture quality, Setup
43” Sony Bravia TV
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very pleased with our Sony Bravia TV. Great picture, easy setup, very good sound from built in speakers.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DW55,
Thanks for this wonderful feedback!
We're so glad to hear you're enjoying your BRAVIA 3 TV. Your comments about the great picture and easy setup are exactly what we aim for, and it’s especially satisfactory for us to know how good the built-in speakers are performing.
We appreciate you sharing your experience, and thanks for choosing Sony!
Sincerely,
Jenn | Sony North America.
- Pros mentioned:Picture quality
New Sony 43" TV
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.TV plays great, picture is very sharp with a huge amount of colors. It's almost like watching in 3-D! The TV is the perfect size for our family room, we wouldn't want anything bigger. Also the delivery and setup was very smooth, the technician finished everything much more quickly and efficiently than we could have.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for your review, MikeM!
We are genuinely pleased to hear that your K43S30 television is playing great for your family!
It is very rewarding to know that you find the picture to be very sharp with a huge amount of colors, creating an image so vivid it's "almost like watching in 3-D." We are also glad the size is perfect for your family room.
Finally, we are happy to hear that the delivery and setup process was smooth, and that the technician completed everything quickly and efficiently.
Thank you again for choosing Sony!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Picture quality
Sony TV
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great picture! Sony is the way to go. I have another Sony that has 10 years in and is still running like a clock. I've had both multiple Samsung and LG go out after 5 years with major problems. Want the best and reliable? Go Sony.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Ptrip25,
It’s wonderful to hear that your ten-year-old Sony is still going strong and that your new BRAVIA 3 is already living up to those high standards. We take great pride in the reliability and picture quality of our televisions, and we appreciate you sharing your long-term experience with the brand.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Picture quality
Best TV Ive ever owned.
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is the best TV Ive ever had. Great picture and great sound quality, love the Google TV operating system, it genuinely suprised me because this is my first Sony TV and im never going back to any other brand, also I think the Bravia 3 is as good as the mid range TVs that are twice the price.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DemetriosC,
Thanks for getting in touch and sharing such a wonderful review of your K43S30!
It is truly wonderful to know that you consider it the best TV you've ever had, especially since it's your first Sony. Hearing that you love the great picture and sound quality and the Google TV operating system, makes us incredibly happy!
Thank you for becoming a Sony customer!
Warm regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Picture quality, Setup
Very fine product.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Easy to set. up. Great picture. Sound is very good, although we connected it to the sound bar that we already had for an even better sound. Very satisfied.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Tralfamidorian, thank you for the great review! We're delighted to hear you're enjoying your new Sony - Bravia 3 and that the setup was quick and easy. It's great to know the picture quality and sound have met your expectations, and that you've enhanced your audio experience even more with a soundbar. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony! Regards, -Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Picture quality
Great picture
||Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I purchased this TV to use in my bedroom. I wanted a smaller screen that was 4K Dolby vision and this unit filled the bill. It has an excellent picture and decent sound for a flat screen. In a larger room I would recommend using a sound bar with it. Overall, I am very happy with it.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .HI JohnH,
That's wonderful to hear! We're thrilled that the 43" BRAVIA 3 TV perfectly meets your needs for the bedroom with its 4K Dolby Vision and excellent picture. Thanks for choosing Sony. Best regards, Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Picture quality
Sony Bravia 43" tv perfect for cabinet space.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.We needed a smart tv to fit into an existing cabinet. This Sony 43" was perfect. Edge to edge screen makes it look larger than it really is. Set up was easy (no cable- all streaming programming). Sharp picture, vibrant colors. Sound is OK but improved significantly using blue tooth to a simple 8" tall cylindrical speaker. Google interface works well with installed and available apps. Included spread legged stands are solid.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello JamesT,
Thanks for posting this fantastic review!
We're absolutely delighted to hear your BRAVIA 3 proved to be the perfect fit for your specific needs and existing cabinet. It's wonderful that the edge-to-edge screen design gives you a larger viewing experience, and that the setup for your streaming-only programming was so easy.
We can't be happier to learn that you're enjoying the sharp picture and vibrant colors!
We appreciate your honest feedback on the sound, and it's great to know you found a simple solution to enhance it via Bluetooth to your external speaker. We're also pleased that the Google TV interface and the included sturdy stands are working well for you.
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Sincerely,
Jenn,
- Pros mentioned:Picture quality
Great Next Gen 43 inch TV
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Not too many relatively smaller TVs come equipped with a tuner that receives ATSC 3.0 broadcast standard, or next gen TV. Since I live in north Jersey and have a roof antenna, I receive over 100 New York area channels, some of which are now being broadcast in 4K and this TV receives them in glorious clarity. Thought I'd need a sound bar, but TV sound is quite good, as well.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for your fantastic feedback on the K-43S30, BarbS! We are ecstatic to learn that you are enjoying the benefits of the built-in ATSC 3.0 tuner, especially since so few smaller TVs offer this feature.
It's truly rewarding to hear that you're able to receive over 100 channels in glorious 4K clarity from your North Jersey location. We designed this TV to be forward-thinking and provide access to the latest broadcast standards. We are also pleased that you find the TV's sound to be quite good, as we strive to deliver a complete and high-quality entertainment experience right out of the box.
Thanks again for choosing Sony! We're glad to hear you're enjoying all the cutting-edge features of your new TV.
Best regards,
Gus
Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Picture quality
SONY BRAVIA3 - A GREAT TV
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.An excellent TV, it's a SONY! Delivery by BestBuy was excellent and on time. This TV replaces an LG that had a great picture but was difficult to navigate using cable tv. This is much easier. But still a SMART TV.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi RalphK, Great! We're delighted to hear that you are enjoying your Bravia 3. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Picture quality
Happy Wife!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought this TV to go in the kitchen for the wife to use while she’s cooking and watching her cooking shows. Easy set up, Easy operation. Great picture! = Happy wife!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Xmxexy,
Thank you for your feedback! We are thrilled to hear that the BRAVIA 3 is making the kitchen the heart of the home and that the setup was a breeze. We designed this model with our 4K HDR Processor X1 and Triluminos Pro technology specifically to ensure that cooking shows and other content look vibrant and lifelike from any angle.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Picture quality
New sony tv
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sony is the best tv on the market. This tv replaced a 40 inch sony that was purchased 20 years ago. New sony was an easy setup. Pitcher is wonderful. Cant go wrong with a Sony tv from bestbuy.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello MichaelS,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We couldn’t be happier to hear that your new K43S30 Sony TV has lived up to the legacy of your previous 20-year-old Sony. It’s great to know the setup was easy and the picture quality is impressive. Your trust in Sony and Best Buy means a lot to us, and we appreciate you sharing your positive experience.
Best regards,
-Fred
