How to Compare Portable DVD Players With Car Mounted Players
Traveling long distances with your children can be sometimes a handful trying to keep enough activities together to keep them occupied for the ride. Using portable DVD players or car-mounted DVD players can be lifesavers for all parents.
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Screen Size
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A portable DVD player comes in various sizes, from 6.9 inches to 10 inches. Car-mounted DVD players have screens that range from 6.1 inches to 15.1 inches.
Mounting
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Portable DVD players do not come with the additional accessories to mount your DVD player while in use in your vehicle. You can purchase the mounting accessories for extra. Car-mounted DVD players can be mounted on the roof, on the visor or on the back of the headrest.
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Power & Battery
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The portable DVD players use power cords that charge the batteries. The battery life varies according to the model, from 2 to 13 hours of usage for portables. Portable players often can be used with cigarette lighter AC adapters. The car-mounted DVD players can be powered by your car's 12V power supply. The battery life can last anywhere from 2 to 12 hours.
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