Price range: £139.99
What is it: DVD recorder with built-in Freeview tuner
What we think: For the most part, it impresses with its top notch recording quality
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 5 March 2008
Tags: philips, discs, ram, info
We like:
Impressive recording quality; excellent range of ports; good DivX support
We don't like:
Playback quality is good, but not perfect
CNET UK judgement:
The Philips DVDR5500 produces great quality recordings, looks stylish and is easy to use. Its DVD playback quality may only be so-so, but at this price it still represents good value for money
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