What Is the Difference Between TiVo & a DVR?
TiVo and Digital Video Recorders (DVR) are used to record television shows and replay them at a later time. Both systems allow a user to fast forward, rewind and pause while watching live TV.
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Features
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TiVos and DVRs vary in the size of the hard drive, which affects the number of TV shows that can be recorded and stored on the hard drive. TiVo devices allow a user to hook-up an external hard drive and transfer programs to watch on other devices. Additionally, TiVo users can set-up recordings on-line. Not all satellite and cable companies allow for the setup of recordings on-line.
Purchase
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TiVo recorders are purchased and not leased. Depending on the satellite or cable company, consumers may be limited on whether they can purchase the systems, or if they can only lease them.
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Cost
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After the initial purchase of a TiVo machine there is a monthly service fee of $12.95 as of 2009 to have access to all the features. An annual subscription or lifetime subscription can also be purchased at a discounted rate. Fees for satellite and cable DVRs range from free up to $5 a month as of 2009.
Considerations
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TiVo, like most DVRs, allows for the recording of more than one TV show at a time. However, when using TIVO with satellite, only one show can be recorded at a time. Not all TiVo machines work with satellite systems.
Extras
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TiVo has the capacity for users to rent movies through Amazon Unboxed for an additional fee. Rhapsody music is also available at an extra cost.
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