Commercial TVs typically come with a standard two-year warranty, with options for extended coverage. In contrast, consumer TVs usually have limited warranties of around 90 days, which can be voided if used in a commercial environment. This means hotel owners may face full service costs for consumer TVs, negating any initial savings.

Commercial TVs are designed to work with technology solutions that allow centralized management of content across multiple in-room displays. This capability streamlines hotel operations significantly. On the other hand, consumer TVs require individual setup with additional hardware, leading to increased costs and operational inefficiencies.

Commercial TVs come equipped with lockable features that prevent guests from tampering with settings, such as lock-out controls on the rear panel and volume limiters to minimize disturbances. Consumer TVs do not offer these security measures, which can lead to potential disruptions in a hotel setting.