Toshiba SDP-1704

Advantages: Picture quality, audio features, build quality, onboard controls, media compatibility, dual headphone, battery life.
Disadvantages: Does not show time remaining no video input and no battery status meter.

...I find it to have the best quality/feature for the cost and it has been and it has worked very well with all the differnt types of media I have used some of the ones i have tried are DVD,MP3's etc I have watched at least 8 movies on it with no problems The Sony has a *slightly* better picture quality but it does not justify the cost difference. Also the Sony did not have onboard FF and Rev (only on the remote)nor did it come with a car adapter and the sound through the headphones . The only complaints I have about the Toshiba are its lack of video/audio input (which was on the previous model 1200) on the whole its a good little gadget!... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average somewhat helpful

Advantages: Well made, good features, light weight, plays all discs.
Disadvantages: Battery looks like an after thought.

...There are many portable DVD players on the market but this compact little device from Toshiba takes a lot of beating. Compared to the competition its not the cheapest on the market but it is one of the best. Its 9" screen may look small but it is of great quality & handles all movies I have watched on it without any compromises. The top mounted DVD lid is hinged from the rear making loading & unloading discs very easy. A simple on/off switch is situated on the left hand side with the volume control on the opposite side along with two headphone sockets, AV in/out & the main power lead socket. All other controls are to the right of the lid, these include the usual ones for skipping scenes/tracks, menu, mode, set-up etc. The controls take more pressure to operate than I would have expected & I feel that the control buttons for fast forward... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average helpful

Advantages: No Problem Disc
Disadvantages: None

...I am very happy with my Toshiba. At first I had a samsung 709 which gave me lots of problems, the final straw was when i had to take it back for another upgrade, so I took it back and had it changed for a Toshiba and I have never had a problem since. The Toshiba has a great picture and the sound is excellent. It can be chipped to play R1 ( One already done is on sale at Richard Sounds)and I have never had a problem Disc. BUY ONE... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average somewhat helpful