Panasonic DVD-S700
Score: 68/100
Roku Express 4K+
Score: 82/100Rankings
The Roku Express 4K+ streams 4K UHD/HDR content over dual-band Wi-Fi and includes a voice remote that controls TV power and volume. It does not offer Ethernet, Dolby Vision, or Dolby Atmos, and has limited internal storage. It's a great budget streaming stick for 4K TVs that value simplicity and voice control.
The Panasonic DVD-S700 is a compact DVD player that upscales discs to 1080p and provides Dolby Digital sound via HDMI. It lacks smart features, streaming, and Blu-ray support, limiting its versatility. Best for users with existing DVD collections seeking an affordable, straightforward player.
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Weight (g) | 1102 g | 45.4 g |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 311.15x38.1x203.2 mm | 1.6×0.83×3.0 in mm |
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Professional reviewers consider the DVD-S700 an excellent budget solution for reviving DVD collections, praising its smooth 1080p upscaling, high-fidelity Dolby Digital audio, progressive scan playback, and compact design with HDMI/CEC and USB connectivity. However, they note the absence of smart features, streaming, Blu-ray support, and modern video enhancements as clear drawbacks.
Everyday users consistently commend the player for delivering high-quality sound and video after upconversion, its straightforward HDMI setup, and the convenience of USB media playback and Power Resume. The most common criticisms echo the pros, focusing on the lack of streaming capabilities and the fact that upscaled video does not reach true HD or 4K quality.
Professional reviewers commend the Roku Express 4K+ for its brilliant 4K picture quality, smooth dual-band Wi-Fi streaming, and the convenience of a voice remote that also controls TV power and volume. They also appreciate the fast quad-core processor and broad smart-home integration, while noting the drawbacks of missing Ethernet, limited RAM/storage, and lack of Dolby Vision/Atmos support.
Everyday users praise the device's effortless setup, reliable 4K/HDR streaming, and the handy voice remote that consolidates TV controls. Common complaints revolve around occasional Wi-Fi buffering, limited internal storage, and the absence of an Ethernet port or premium HDR/audio formats.
“high-quality sound and video”
