DVD Players

Advantages: Divx Playback ,Progressive Scan,HDMI Output,HD Upscalling,Good Picture,Solid Build,Stylish
Disadvantages: Remote control's resposne could been better

...and it has that solid samsung feeling.the remote is stylish and solid however the resposning is not the fastest I've seen.back to player's function;the DVD playback is smooth,it does produce rich colours and sharp picture.the key features of this player that makes it a winner in this price range are Progressive Scan,Divx Playback and HDMI output with 1080p HD Upscalling.you won't find many (if any!) DVD players under £60 having all this important ... Read review

Advantages: two in one unit, Video Output
Disadvantages: No VCD/SVCD Playback

...Appox. the Alba DVCR2 is a Unit with a DVD Player & Video Player combied. The Unit can Support 5.1 Surrond sound Via DTS or Dolby Digital The Video Player can support Auto Tracking, NTSC Playback and you can record on your video. The DVD Player can Support A Varios range of DVDs,Picture CD but can not support VCD and SVCD which is a shame as many DVD Players can support this. the DVD Player has a problem with loading the disic sometimes but all ...
...works The Unit has Built in Video Output when you can connect a Video Camera To trasfer it on to Video or have it as a spare output for a games console.etc Overall I throught £80 was a High Price for this product as i expect so much more like VCD Playback and a Proper LCD Disply ... Read review

Advantages: Simple to use, great playback
Disadvantages: Doesn't have many other features

The Denon is a relatively cheawp product that allows seamless and flowing DVD playback. It has supervideo playback system and an integrated user interface that allows users to easily navigate the device without using the remote control (if needed). The device may not be that well known, but the Denon range have been an active supplier in providing adequate products at a reasonable price. The Dolby AC3 sound system is a great beginner software tool ...
...options. However note that if you are a more experienced DVD Player user, this device is not the one for you. The price is by far the best advantage and in terms of attractiveness, the Denon is quite basic in design. Overall though, a great product for a first buyer! ... Read review

Advantages: Fantastic picture quality, fantastic audio quality, great value
Disadvantages: not exactly cheap, a bit chunky looking

I've just bought one of these. Oooh it's good. Really good. Here's why. It's a dead cool DVD player which is ideal if you have an HD ready telly and want to really enjoy your DVDs to the full. It has Dolby sound so is great if you hook it up to separate speakers, but pretty good if you don't, too. It comes in silver (well aluminium) or black, and compared to some DVD players it is quite chunky - about the thickness of a video recorder. I don't ...
...quality is awesome. Really sharp. It has 1080 upscaling, which means it is fully HD compatible, and a detachable mains lead, which I couldn't see the point of until More Technically Minded Hubby (MTMH) explained that this is a Good Thing as it allows you to upgrade the cable and get even better quality. Until buying this, I thought it was only worth paying thirty quid for a DVD player, but now I understand that you get what you pay for and this ... Read review

Advantages: DivX, looks
Disadvantages: Can be picky which codec to accept

...perfect fit with my 870p Samsung HDTV, giving a really sharp picture, though will work on any TV with a SCART input. Has simple, intuitive menus and an easy to use, fully-functioned remote control. Switches easily between screen sizes and definitions on DVD playback. A great range of outputs means that it can be used with almost any system, and works great via optical link to my Yamaha home cinema amplifier. On the down side, it can be picky when ... Read review