Walmart customers rush to buy $60 TV accessory that scans for just $15 at checkout

SHOPPERS are racing to Walmart to buy an expensive TV accessory that's scanning for just a fraction of the price.

The TV digital antenna was being sold for $59.99 before the price was slashed to just $15.99.

According to Walmart's website, the device can provide consumers with access to major cable networks without having to pay a steep monthly fee.

The performance varies based on where you live, but this antenna made by Cshidworld boasts a reach of up to 330 miles.

"Enjoy hundreds of HDTV programming with high quality picture, including ABC, CBS, NBC, PBC, Fox, local news, kids and sport, weather forecast, cartoons and education programs and SO MUCH MORE," the description reads.

Another important note about the antenna is that it isn't actually an antenna.

The sleek black device is about 11 inches wide and super thin, meaning it can slip right onto the wall near your television.

A mock-up appears to show a family enjoying a program together while the antenna hangs neatly in a corner.

It's unclear how long the deal will take place, so shoppers should check it out if they're interested.

According to Angi, digital antennas are a great option for those looking to save on cable costs.

The tech uses over-the-air broadcasts to capture channels rather than relying on a satellite or cable network.

However, this means that the signal can vary based on how strong the broadcasts are where you live.

"Some major metropolitan areas may find upward of 15 main channels to choose from whereas rural areas are lucky if they pick up five," Angi wrote.

Overall, most antennas can guarantee a range of 60 to 75 miles on average, meaning the Cshidworld product should function much higher than normal.

Customer reviews of the antenna are rather mixed, with 26 reviews offering varying experiences.

The most helpful positive review raved about the product and said it helped them to save on costs.

"We recently cut cable out but the only thing we don't like is not getting local channels," the verified purchaser said.

"But now we can wit this antenna! It is easy to install and a great deal."

The most helpful negative purchaser said that they were unable to get local channels despite living close to the stations.

"I bought a longer range to pull in channels, I live approximately 15 miles from Channel 8 TV station but cannot pull it in," a frustrated shopper said.

"That's 3 channels I'm missing my programs. 8.1, 8.2, 8.3."

Overall, the reviews were 3.8 stars out of five with some shoppers saying it was an amazing purchase while others said it didn't work at all for them.

This tech deal comes as gamers rush to buy a top-rated $80 gadget that's being sold for just $45.