Reddit reviews TiVo Roamio OTA 1 TB DVR - With No Monthly Service Fees - Digital Video Recorder and Streaming Media Player
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Compatible only with HDTV Antennas. Does not work with cable or satellite TV. No monthly TiVo service fee required.Record four shows at once and up to 150 hours of HD programming. Pause, rewind and record free HD programming.SkipMode skips entire commercial breaks of recorded shows at the press of a button. QuickMode speeds through recorded and buffered shows 30% faster, with pitch-corrected audio.Searches TV and streaming content simultaneously. Integrates access to Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, VUDU and more.Over-the-air reception varies widely by location, and is affected by surroundings, distance from transmitter, terrain, and availability of local channels.Power: 12V
I bought the TiVo with a lifetime subscription off Amazon for $370. Keep an eye open for the QNAP Nas's; they're constantly going on sale in different places. I picked mine up on woot for around $400. The antenna was $55 on Amazon.
TiVo Roamio OTA 1 TB DVR - With No Monthly Service Fees - Digital Video Recorder and Streaming Media Player - Compatible only with HDTV Antennas (does not work with cable) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DR4T73Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_m1rOybT8DP8NC
I just placed an order through Amazon for one of these new units.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DR4T73Q?m=A3VC48F15JVCOB&ref_=v_sp_detail_page
The price seems too low to be true. We'll see what happens.
If you are viewing on a TV, just get an antenna. It's mostly HD signal over the air. If you want recording options, I use NextPVR on a Windows PC. Other people like Kodi on linux. Otherwise if you want it simple, get /r/tablotv or the new Tivo Roamio OTA DVR. Comes with lifetime of progamming guide with no monthly fee.
https://www.amazon.com/TiVo-Roamio-OTA-DVR-Compatible/dp/B01DR4T73Q
Ok, so I'm guessing this one, then... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EEOSZK0/
 
Since neither device includes service, the BOLT is the obvious choice... cheaper at $155, and with built-in MoCA 2.0 bridge, mobile streaming, Gigabit Ethernet, Wireless-AC, and limited 4K support.
 
Modding CableCARD support into a slightly more expensive Roamio OTA with included All-In service plan would complicate my choice.
Yeah, still don't have nextlight here but i've considered getting an antenna and a tivo for it, but I really struggle to think of anything i'm particularly missing. I suppose if you wanted to watch local sports then it'd be a good idea, but hardly worth it for me.
I will say that I think tivo have a great product. If i were going down that path i'd get a TiVo Roamio and an antenna.
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I'm not currently seeing any "All In" Bolt boxes on Amazon, but there are Roamios available.
https://www.amazon.com/TiVo-Roamio-OTA-DVR-Compatible/dp/B01DR4T73Q/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1472752971&sr=1-2&keywords=tivo+bolt+ota
There is a cheaper one that requires a subscription or the more expensive one that is subscription free. I went the long term approach and got the more expensive subscription free version. Waited for a sale though around Christmas and it was 320 instead of the normal 400.
https://www.amazon.com/TiVo-Roamio-OTA-DVR-Compatible/dp/B01DR4T73Q/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1506387139&sr=8-2&keywords=tivo+roamio+ota
The Roamio 1 TB is currently $314.99 with lifetime service included on Amazon. I've had two TiVo units since I cut the cord and they work really well.
I cut the cord eight years ago, and I am never going back to cable.
The OTA options are great, IMO. If I want to veg out and watch TV (i.e. not a movie I own or Netflix or Amazon Prime or something recorded on Tivo), there is always something on. Regular network shows, PBS stuff, PBS UK (which is sort of a BBC America but with slightly older shows), foreign programming, old favorite TV shows and game shows, movies, etc.
Of course, it helps that I have a 4-tuner Tivo. Amazon is selling the Tivo OTA with a lifetime subscription (i.e. no monthly fees) for only $369. The Tivo has great apps for Netflix, Amazon Prime, HBO Go, Hulu, Plex, and others. And it's super easy to swap the standard hard drive with something larger (I put a 3GB in mine).
Hmm, I had to Double check that, yeah there are no monthly fees on this particular model.
https://www.amazon.com/TiVo-Roamio-OTA-DVR-Streaming/dp/B01DR4T73Q
So with the roku you download a tablo app and access recordings from there?
Yeah as others have obviously pointed out it is spun in the best interest of Tablo.
The true upfront cost is definitely higher with Tablo. In the given scenario if you required multiroom streaming (2 devices) + remote access (stream) then yes going with Tablo may save you money in the long run. However, IMO Tivo still probably provides a much better and reliable service overall and has a long established name in the industry to back it up.
For most new or average cord cutters, I highly question how much does multi-room / remote streaming appeal to them. I can see multi-room being more of a desire but for this you just need a Tivo Mini w/o the Stream.
How about a comparison of true upfront cost to a basic cord cutter?
Tablo Basic Upfront Cost:
Tivo Basic Upfront cost:
I think Tablo definitely needs to adjust it's price model on their lines in order to stay competitive. The new price change and lifetime model by Tivo completely changes the playing field for cord cutters.
I personally as a consumer wouldn't consider a Tablo unless the price was $350 for 4-Tuner with Lifetime (even at this price keep in mind for 1 TV, it costs more after adding hard drive and streaming device vs Tivo).
I know before the permanent price change, Tivo used to do limited offer sales on their products where they include the lifetime with the device for a discounted price. I mean you could do the same sale model. Regular price $300 Tablo 4-Tuner. Sale $250 Tablo 4-Tuner, save extra $350 Tablo 4-Tuner w/ Lifetime included. etc. etc.
1TB Roamio OTA for $400 on amazon, includes lifetime service
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DR4T73Q/ref=twister_B01F8DPALM?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1