Time slip function DVD Recorders

The Bottom Line: Despite some problems with disc compatibility and DVD playback quality, the eminently affordable, well-featured Panasonic DMR-ES25S is the basic DVD recorder to beat.

Specs: DVD recorder, Tabletop, Remote control, Stereo, Silver, 6.2 lbs

The Bottom Line: Panasonic's least-expensive DVD recorder is a good choice for basic TV and video archiving.

Specs: DVD recorder, Universal remote control, Stereo, Silver, 7.3 lbs

The Bottom Line: Panasonic's least-expensive DVD recorder is a good choice for basic TV and video archiving.

Specs: DVD recorder, Universal remote control, Stereo, Black, 7.3 lbs

The Bottom Line: The least-expensive DVD recorder on the market lacks some key add-ons, but it performs its basic tasks well.

Specs: DVD recorder, Tabletop, Universal remote control, Stereo, Black, 8.2 lbs

The Bottom Line: The least-expensive DVD recorder on the market lacks some key add-ons, but it performs its basic tasks well.

Specs: DVD recorder, Tabletop, Universal remote control, Stereo, Silver, 8.2 lbs

The Bottom Line: Much improved and a little less costly than its predecessor, the DMR-E30S may not be a total bargain, but it has a lot to recommend it.

Specs: DVD recorder, Tabletop, Universal remote control, Stereo, Silver, 8.2 lbs

The Bottom Line: While Panasonic's DVD recorder is extremely promising--and powerful--its high price tag will scare away all but the stoutest early adopters.

Specs: DVD recorder, Tabletop, Universal remote control, Stereo, 12.3 lbs

Specs: DVD recorder, Tabletop, Remote control, Stereo, 5.3 lbs

Specs: DVD recorder, Tabletop, Remote control, Stereo