Product reviewsPanasonic DMR-HWT130 500GB DVR Freeview Recorder

Efficient machine

Bought this after my partner aquired one. Very good picture quality with vivid colours. The machine has a easy to use interface with programming and playback options on each side of OK button. Guide has 8 day EPG which is handy as most are only 7. Nice that you are warned that programmes overlap and can reschedule. I also purchased a wi-fi dongle and it is now connected to my network enabling recordings to be made from my Samsung remotely. This is on the Panasonic Digi app which will take multi-machines and all it requires is day and station, programme, record, done. Another nice touch is the day+ and day- in the guide allowing easy recording at given times, something Panasonic have surprisingly omitted from later models. All in all one of best Freeview recorders I have seen. Would have been 5 star if you could move channel number when in the guide, although you can move a page at a time on channel button. Read full review...

One month

Well, I've had this for just one month and although it works well with regards to picture quality and reception it now doesn't record all the programmes scheduled.
It will record some an not others. Obviously a glitch in the software.
There are other similar reviews elswhere reporting this, so good luck with yours.
Panasonic used to be a reliable brand - not any more.Read full review...

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: new | Sold by: tekshop

Good Purchase

I purchased this solely to watch live TV and record TV programmes so cannot comment on the numerous other features included. Very pleased with the quality of the recordings and only marked the rating down one star as there are too many buttons on the remote control for my liking and it does take some time to master even for just viewing recordings. I do like the ability of starting to watch a recording before the recording has ended and as I bought a manufacturer refurbished product with a full one year guarantee, it was terrific value.Read full review...

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: refurbished | Sold by: argos

Great machine

Got this for my main tv and I love it once I got it set up the main function I like is the remote recording I can now record something while I am away from home using my iPad or iPhone this function will also work on android I only have one problem the instructions supplied are a bit vague on setting the remote function up had to contact Panasonic for help on this but apart from that it’s greatRead full review...

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: refurbished | Sold by: argos

Excellent Item

Superfast delivery. Does exactly what it claims to do. Very easy set up, plug and play more or less which is brilliant as I am not technically minded or up to date with technology. Highly recommended and £100 cheaper than a new model. Looks like it is brand new. Only initial drawback is the planner isn't what I'm used to but after several uses I am getting familiar with it.Read full review...

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: refurbished | Sold by: panasonic_outlet

HD recorder, Panasonic

Purchased this as a factory refurbished model - at half retail price. As good as new. Does exactly as it says on the tin. Set-up was dead easy. Weighty instruction manual could be daunting for some but you only need the "get you started" bits to, well, get you started.

Small issue was a couple of slightly sticky keys on remote. Called Panasonic service centre and a new one was delivered next day.

No hesitation in recommending this item, whether brand new or refurbished.Read full review...

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: refurbished | Sold by: panasonic_outlet

Manufacturer refurb but looks brand new

Arrived in Panasonic box. No visible signs of wear. Easy to set up. Picture quality excellent. Reliable recording. A massive improvement on my old Goodman box which only recorded when it felt like it. Highly impressed with this item.Read full review...

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: refurbished | Sold by: argos

A Great Little Box

Looks great ... So far the only issue I have found with this recorder is the fact that the EPG is in grid format. I don't like that, much prefer to have my programmes in a list so they are easier to see. Panasonic and all other manufacturers everywhere please take note!Read full review...

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: refurbished | Sold by: panasonic_outlet

PANASONIC DMR-HWT130EB Hard Disc Recorder

Yer, it works! Still trying to follow the instruction book which is very comprehensive and instructs on things I don't want! but that's life I expect some people will want the odd instructions.
All in all, not a bad machine.Read full review...

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: grangee11

Masterclass

I had to get rid of my humax sat system trees interrupting signal so we went down the normal route freeview. Should of done it years ago what a revelation no start up result, device tells u what channel your on result. Simple and intuitive guide result,superior remote result, but the best bit I can play all my memory cards or even copy to the hard drive a-true masterclass.Read full review...

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: akindofwave

Fantastic value, still has full 12 month Argos guarantee

Great item at fraction of new cost, very easy to set up and use, I’ve tried other brands but this is much more user friendly