HD PVR + Blu-ray recorder price comparison: Panasonic vs. Sony vs. LG
We compare the price, features and image quality of HD PVRs/Blu-ray recorders from Sony, LG and Panasonic
HD PVRs and Blu-ray recorders are hard drive-equipped entertainment systems that let you record television in high-definition. Most models come with useful additional features, including 1080p DVD upscaling, inbuilt digital TV tuners, multimedia support (DivX, MP3, JPG, etc) and access to popular websites such as YouTube.
[See also: Blu-ray player price comparison: Sony vs. Panasonic.]
If you're looking to buy a HD PVR or Blu-ray recorder, take a look at these popular models from Sony, LG and Panasonic (to read our in-depth review, click on the accompanying photos). Make sure to compare the price, features and image quality of each product -- some are better than others.
7 / 11
Despite its sluggish and unfriendly user interface, the Panasonic DMR-XW480 remains a top-notch PVR/DVD recorder.
- Review Date:
- Reviewer:
- Manufacturer:
- 19th Nov., 2010
- Chris Jager
- Panasonic
- Rating:
- Price:
- $ 899.00
- Pros:
- Excellent DVD and television playback, lots of useful features including DivX playback and Web functionality, good build quality
- Cons:
- Remote is overly complicated, menu is unwieldy and sluggish