An inventive product that isn't perfect but scores top marks for its ease of use.

An incredibly cheap home theatre system that’s ideal for beginners or those on a budget.

A good quality PVR with basic features but poor documentation.

While the HD-XE1 is without a doubt the best HD-DVD player on the Australian market, it's also the most expensive. Non-enthusiasts may find the HD-XE1's asking price a little high, and ultimately may be better served by a more affordable model.

If you have HDMI capable devices at home and don't mind being without analogue connections, the Sony HTSF1000 might be a good choice, offering great sound and a stylish design.

A good set of home theatre speakers for people who want decent power but a small form factor.

The cylindrical DViCO TViX HD M5000A looks sexy and performs impeccably, but all this comes at a cost.

The Sony SVR-HD900 is an easy to use and feature filled hard disk recorder with 250GB of space for both standard definition and high definition TV.

The Sony SVR-HD900 is an easy to use and feature filled hard disk recorder with 160GB of disk for both standard definition and high definition TV.

The LG-RH1999G has a lot of great features, including wide support for DVD recordable formats and SD/HDTV upscaling, but is let down by poor signal reception.

A simple and affordable upscaling DVD player, the DV298H may not provide the extra features for advanced users, but beginners will be more than satisfied.

A very well designed Blu-ray player, the BDP-LX70's biggest drawback is its price. If you're willing to pay the extra for its media streaming capabilities, then it's well-worth the investment.