If You Have a Comcast DVR, Are You Happy With It?

Question

Thinking of giving up my VCR for a Comcast DVR. I am especially concerned about the noise since it will be in my bedroom. Some people say it makes a hum even when not recording. Is that true? Can you unplug it at night without problems?

Answer 1

I have had a HD DVR for a little over 2 years now, and have never had a problem with it...and the noise is un-noticeable unless you are sleeping on top of the box.  The DVR's don't have as much recording capabilities that a Tivo does, but that will change once the deal between Tivo and Comcast is finalized.

Answer 2

i have one and it's not near as good as a tivo....but a dvr is so much better than a vcr.  imagine having a vcr tape that will record 80 hours instead of 4-6.  mine makes a little noise turning on for a recording but not loud enough to wake me up.