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Philips BDP3000/05

Occasionally, the BDP3000/05 Blu-ray player's budget nature reveals itself -- you need to supply a 1GB memory stick before you can access BD-Live content, for example -- but, for the most part, it's a great machine. Its picture and audio quality are impressive, and it's clearly been built to last

Editor's rating 8.0

Digital Vision GiGo

The GiGo Freeview personal video recorder doesn't have the best build quality you'll ever encounter and it's a fairly ugly piece of kit. But it does what it does -- recording programmes to USB storage -- very well, and will appeal to those who want to take their TV out and about

Editor's rating 7.7

Panasonic DMR-BS750

We have no idea how Panasonic has managed it, but a box this size has surely never done so many things before. The BS750 lets you watch free high-definition broadcasts, record them to Blu-ray disc and play Blu-ray movies and all their cool online features. You can even watch YouTube. The only problem: the price

Editor's rating 9.0

Samsung HT-X710T

The Samsung HT-X710T is a solid home theatre-in-a-box that focuses on DVD playback while offering excellent sound. It has a 2.1-channel system -- meaning two speakers, one subwoofer and a 'head unit' amplifier and disc player. If you don't mind the offbeat styling and the dearth of video inputs, this is a worthwhile choice

Editor's rating 7.0

Samsung HT-X715

The Samsung HT-X715 gives you a good reason to stay home instead of going to the cinema. This 5.1 surround-sound system with built-in DVD player could be a great all-in-one complement to your nice television, handling movie soundtracks plus DVD and Blu-ray material skillfully

Editor's rating 7.0

Pioneer LX01

Pioneer's LX01 takes the idea of an all-in-one system to another dimension. It has a load of features, including a Freeview tuner, DVD/HDD recorder and surround receiver, and could be considered a home media hub that will accommodate your every home entertainment need

Editor's rating 8.8

JVC NX-F3

The JVC NX-F3 has an impressive list of features. Its 1080p upscaling option produces clean images, free of digital artefacts, and black levels are well defined and detailed. It's incredibly simple to install and its menu system is easy to use. Good connectivity is another plus point

Editor's rating 6.9

Grundig freesat receiver (GUFSAT01)

The Grundig freesat receiver (GUFSAT01) is an excellent option for the 27 per cent of UK who do not get a Freeview signal to switch over from analogue to digital. The box itself is pretty fast at responding to the remote commands and is a good size, with a generous helping of ports

Editor's rating 6.9

Humax Foxsat-HD (freesat)

The freesat satellite service is finally here and so is the Humax Foxsat-HD receiver. Although it's one of the first to hit the market, it already feels like a mature product. It's fast, user friendly and offers great picture quality, all while managing to pack all this into a compact and stylish box

User rating 7.0

Editor's rating 8.0

Samsung HT-X30

A bargain price tag doesn't have to mean you compromise on features. The Samsung HT-X30 5.1 home cinema system proves this point well with its small but powerful speakers and good codec support. This system won't overwhelm your lounge with wires and it's a handsome beast too

Editor's rating 8.0

Philips HTS6600

The Philips HTS6600 is an all-in-one solution for getting a great sound out of your home cinema system. An upscaling DVD player, integrated amplifier and 2.1 speakers are included and its compactness means you won't litter the room with boxes or wires

Editor's rating 7.2

Sony DAV-IS10

Sony's DAV-IS10 5.1 home cinema system offers the ideal balance between discreet aesthetics and outstanding performance. It includes a compact upscaling DVD player and an integrated amplifier. Plus, with its tiny speakers, it won't take over your living room

Editor's rating 8.6

Onkyo TX-SR605

Onkyo's TX-SR605 AV receiver supports an incredibly advanced specification with outstanding performance, and it's an absolute steal, price-wise. Sound is beautifully composed and natural, using excellent integration and the seamless steering of ambient effects for a superb listening experience

Editor's rating 8.7

Cambridge Audio Azur 540R (Version 3)

The third version of Cambridge Audio's Azur 540R receiver is ideal for an entry-level buyer who is more concerned with finding better performance than the latest features. Sound quality is powerful and immediately engaging, giving film soundtracks the impact they deserve

Editor's rating 7.8

Sony STR-DA1200ES

Sony recognises just how good a receiver the STR-DA1200ES is and has extended its shelf life. It offers outstanding ability with practically everything you play and has all the features you'll need. The sound quality on film soundtracks is sensational, even at high volumes

Editor's rating 8.4

Denon AVR-1908

Denon has a reputation for providing expertly designed AV receivers that produce impressive sound performance. The Denon AVR-1908 follows this spec as one of the most fully-featured budget models, with exceptional build quality and a full range of high-end features

Editor's rating 8.0

Goodmans GHD1621F2

Goodmans GHD1621F2 features an attractive design that houses two integrated Freeview tuners, which means you can record one programme while you watch another or even record two digital programmes at the same time. It's a fuss free device that's excellent value for money

User rating 6.0

Editor's rating 7.3

Denon AVR-3808

If high definition is the next stop in your system, then Denon's AVR-3808 receiver has all the future-proof features you need and more. It's one of the most flexibly fitted AV receivers we've seen with high-end features including streaming digital music, and integrated video processing

Editor's rating 8.5

Philips SoundBar HTS8100

The Philips SoundBar HTS8100 is a stylish, clean-looking virtual surround sound system with integrated DVD player. It's inconspicuous and versatile, and its image quality is impressive. The set has an expansive sound stage and does a good job with peripheral noises

Editor's rating 7.5

Sony BDP-S1E

The Sony BDP-S1E is a medium to high-end Blu-ray player leading the way with sublime performance, exceptional picture quality, fine detailing, rich colours and crisp fluid motion. It has a sturdy build, good audio with hi-fi levels of quality and has support for 1080p/24

Editor's rating 6.3