Is a PVR box the best?

alisont

Hi
I think its time to replace my 9 year old Panasonic DVD recorder - its started missing programmes and losing time.

I wonder if I'm best with a replacement DVD recorder or if a PVR box like Panasonic or Humax is better?

This is to go with a tv in my bedroom (Panasonic) in a shared house. I do have parents old sky box (most basic one) on multi room but as I watch mostly free view channels I don't think a Sky + box is an option and gather Sky charge a lot for another + box in the same house. I shall probably cancel the multi room.

I may keep the old Panasonic going too as I'd need a DVD player still but can get a new DVD player - I'd only need a cheap one to link to the tv.

I don't want a sky box, DVD player and PVR box so trying to work out the best option.

I will start browsing the shopping websites but if anyone has any recommendations please let me know.

Thanks.

penrhyn

I would recommend looking at a Humax YouView Box, Freeview HD with internet access for catch up TV, and an integrated EPG.

Humax Direct often have managers specials refurb offers.

https://humaxdirect.co.uk/product.asp?ProdRef=10205

~Chameleon~

I've got three Humax boxes, two with 500GB drives and a YouView box. I wouldn't use anything else. Strangely enough I also bought my first box to replace a Panasonic DVD recorder

alisont

Thank you I am a Panasonic fan but have only heard good Humax reviews never bad.

Will look at the range thanks.

ktk

I went to buy this at Currys yesterday, and ended up buying the BT branded one at £190, instead of £230. When I powered it up it came up with the Humax logo! Bargain!