TV-DVD Combo Brands and Links

Choosing the best TV-DVD Combo

Unless space and ease of setup are prime concerns, most experts say that you are better off buying a separate DVD or Blu-ray Disc player and TV, rather than a TV-DVD combo. Though there are exceptions, standalone TVs and DVD players tend to have more features than combo units and perform somewhat better. On the other hand, a combo unit is easier to use. For example, inputs are switched automatically when a DVD is inserted, which simplifies operation for small children who regularly play DVDs. The same pluses and minuses hold true for combos that include an integrated Blu-ray Disc player.

ConsumerSearch has separate reports on DVD players and Blu-ray Disc players, and companion reports on other types of TVs, including LCD TVs and plasma TVs.

There's not much insightful research available on TV-DVD player combos. However, there are some good primers on TVs and DVD players that can help point you in the right direction:

CNET's TV buyer's guide talks you through everything there is to consider when choosing a type of TV.

Thought it's a bit older, "DVD Player Buying Guide - What You Must Know" at TimeForDVD.com is a simple and straightforward guide to key DVD player features and specifications and what they mean.

CNET's Blu-ray quick guide tells you what you need to know about the format and compares it to DVD.

TV-DVD Combo brands

Coby

FAVI Entertainment

Insignia

Magnavox

Sansui

Sharp

Toshiba