Most Popular Digital Video Recorders (DVRs)
- TiVo HD DVR (20-HD hours)
- DirecTV HR20 (DirecTV Plus HD DVR)
- Dish Network ViP622 (200-hour DVR)
- Dish Network ViP722 HD DVR
- SanDisk V-Mate
Top Rated Digital Video Recorders (DVRs)
- Dish Network ViP722 HD DVR
- Dish Network ViP622 (200-hour DVR)
- TiVo HD DVR (20-HD hours)
- TiVo HD XL DVR (150-HD hours)
- Digital Networks Sonicblue ReplayTV RTV4504
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CNET editors' rating:
3.5 stars
Very good
THE GOOD
Pauses live TV; controls cable and satellite boxes; built-in video- and photo-networking features allow live video streaming between units; convenient ShowNav program navigation; digital audio and progressive-scan video outputs.
THE BAD
No more program sharing over the Internet; can't record two shows simultaneously; can't stream MP3 audio.
THE BOTTOM LINE
Multiroom video streaming and third-party PC software make the ReplayTV 5500 series a worthwhile alternative to TiVo for advanced DVR users.
CNET Reader Reviews
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July 31, 2005 02:26
Mediocre
1.0/5
We purchased our first Replay TV brand new from a retail store, when 3 months later it broke down. 6, yes SIX refurbished replay tv's later, (1 year) the company finally sent us one that WAS not refurbished when we threatened to call Consumer Affair... read more » -
August 12, 2005 03:28
4.5/5
For the most electronically illiterate the Tivo is a good choice. But for anyone who needs or wants more options, the Replay is without question a better DVR. While the Tivo has many crippled functions, the Replay is "full-strength" with commercial ... read more » -
February 24, 2005 11:37
4.5/5
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