Best DVDs & PVRs

  • 8.6 10

    Toshiba XD-E500

    13 Nov 2008 2:51 PM

    Toshiba's XD-E500 provides a simple way to make humble DVDs look a bit better, but don't be fooled into thinking that it'll magically turn them into Blu-Ray discs.

    Specs: 1

  • 8.2 9

    Panasonic DMR-XW450

    22 Jun 2009 4:11 PM

    Panasonic's upmarket DVD recorder has oodles of functionality, but it's hidden behind a somewhat obtuse remote control.

    Specs: 500 GB

  • 7.9 9.2

    Topfield TRF2400 Masterpiece HD

    25 Jun 2009 9:52 AM

    The Topfield Masterpiece HD is a very capable PVR that offers a lot of recording flexibility and just as many cutting edge features as the "big boys".

    Specs: 0.5 GB, 1 , Yes

  • 7.8 1.4

    TiVo Home Networking

    11 May 2009 1:48 PM

    It's tough to move past the sticker shock of the cost of TiVo's home networking solution, but it is a simple solution for those wanting more portable TV out of their PVR.

  • 7.5

    Marantz DV4003

    20 Apr 2009 4:17 PM

    If you're looking to play your existing collection of DVDs and don't want a Blu-ray player, then the Marantz DV4003 is an excellent choice.

    Specs: 1

  • 6.3 3.7

    LG RH399D

    08 Jan 2009 11:34 AM

    LG's DVD recorder offers plenty of recording space and an in-built digital tuner, but the lack of HD capability really hurts.

    Specs: 320 GB

  • 6.0

    Dvico TViX HD R-3300 HD Digital Jukebox + Ultimate PVR

    07 Aug 2009 9:34 AM

    TViX's supposedly HD PVR promises to be the "ultimate" PVR. We can't help thinking that "basic" would have been a better appellation.

    Specs: 0.125 GB, 1

  • 5.3

    Panasonic DMR-XW350

    06 Apr 2009 10:36 AM

    The Panasonic DMR-XW350 DVD recorder is similar to the XW450 in that you can watch Picasa and YouTube, but features a smaller 250GB hard drive.

    Specs: 250 GB

  • 7.8

    LG MS408 HD DVR

    04 Sep 2009 3:29 PM

    The LG MS408 HD DVR is a hard drive-based PVR that offers two tuners and a wealth of connectivity options including YouTube access.

    Specs: 250 GB, Yes

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