HP's 21.5-inch monitor is fairly average for its class - however, in the face of its limitations, the price doesn't add up.

16:9, full HD resolution

HDMI overscans, Glossy screen, Overpriced

HP's 21.5-inch monitor is fairly average for its class — however, in the face of its limitations, the price doesn't add up.

Its limitations mean that the only scenario we can recommend the w185 in is where you need a dirt cheap monitor for extremely basic use, like to throw in a server room. Otherwise if you're looking for quality, we'd look elsewhere.

Low price

Limited adjustment, Poor viewing angles, Poor text quality

The ST2310 has a low price and is good for everyday tasks, but it lacks some of the extra features included with similarly priced displays.

It's a good-looking 23-inch monitor, Has HDMI and DVI support at a low price

Low brightness level keeps colours from really popping, It lacks ergonomic options, No extras

ViewSonic VX2433wm is a low-priced monitor with acceptable performance for everyday tasks.

Low price

Low max brightness level, Dulll colours in games and movies are dull, Has problems distinguishing dark grey from black, Lacks ergonomic options

The only way to get better quality than the Dell UltraSharp U2410 is to spend a lot more money - if you need a 24-inch, are on a budget but still need great quality images, we can wholeheartedly recommend this screen.

Great colours, Multiple inputs, Good adjustability, Affordable price

Inset panel can cause reflections

The only way to get better quality than the Dell UltraSharp U2410 is to spend a lot more money — if you need a 24-inch, are on a budget but still need great quality images, we can wholeheartedly recommend this screen.

At a price of AU$649, the 2309m is a decent buy. While it performs well, the blacks aren't as deep as we'd like, and we'd be more tempted to find something with a matte screen to cut down on reflections.

Affordable, OSD allows you to turn off the power light if it annoys, Perfectly good for every day use

Glossy screen, Does not support Blu-ray 24Hz over PS3, Blacks aren't as deep as we'd like, TN based means colour professionals should stay away

At a price of AU$649, the 2309m is a decent buy. While it performs well, we'd be more tempted to find something with a matte screen to cut down on reflections.

The Dell SX2210 is a well-priced 16:9 monitor with high performance and enough features to satisfy most.

Very good movie and game performance, Exquisitely designed OSD, DVI, HDMI and four USB ports

Connection options are difficult to access, Lacks ergonomic options

Low price, Great performance in games and movies at optimal viewing angle, Intuitive and elegant OSD, Lots of OSD preset modes

Bad lower viewing angle, Lack of ergonomic support, Includes only a VGA cable, Unstable foot stand

The Dell S2409W is a 24-incher that sacrifices features for price, but makes up for it in performance and ease of use.

Low price, Good performance in games and movies at optimal viewing angle, Built-in speakers and headphone jack, Solid foot stand prevents wobbling

Black level not as deep as we prefer, Bad lower viewing angle, Lack of ergonomic support, Includes only a VGA cable

The BenQ E2400HD is a 24-inch monitor that sacrifices features for price, but doesn't have enough going for it to best its competition.

LED backlit, Stellar all-around performance at a low price, Intuitive OSD, Unique energy consumption options

Plainly designed, Lacks ergonomic features, Doesn't have an HDMI connection

The plain-looking Dell G2410 offers stellar performance and an energy conscious interface at a low price.