Things You'll Need:
- Internet access
- Computer
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Step 1
Assess your need for a portable DVD player. What are you going to use it for? What sort of features would you like in a portable DVD player? How large a screen do you want? What disc formats do you want the player to be able to read? Do you want it to have an output so you can play your discs onto a larger TV? Do you want the player to have virtual surround sound, too?
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Step 2
Decide on how much you can spend. Your budget will be a key factor in determining the amount and kind of options you can afford.
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Step 3
Browse for options. Look in local stores, on retail and manufacturer Web sites (see Resources below). Get a good idea of what's out there.
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Step 4
Decide on a brand. Major names like Sony and Phillips are reliable for customer service and quality; but the price is a bit higher. Toshiba and Samsung brand portable DVD players are also high quality for a bit less.
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Step 5
Narrow your list by process of elimination. Based on the features of the products, the brand and your preferences, narrow your search based on the features you want and can afford.
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Step 6
Make a final decision about what portable DVD player to buy. Consider the price, features, quality and company to decide which item to buy.
