Experts recommend LG UBK90 more than LG UBK80
As of 9 Jan 2025, experts prefer LG UBK90 over LG UBK80, but both Blu-ray Players have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, LG UBK90 received 1 recommendation: from The Master Switch (3 May 2021). LG UBK80 was also endorsed 1 times: by The Techlounge (7 Jan 2023). However, experts generally ranked LG UBK80 lower than LG UBK90 in their articles, which caused it to rank lower in ReviewFinder ranking.
| Rank | Change | Price | Blu-ray Player | TechRadar  | Fix the Photo  | Wirecutter  | The Master Switch  | What Hi-Fi  | IndieWire  | CNET  | Digital Trends  | The Techlounge  | Crutchfield  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | N/A | $410 |  LG UBK90 The LG UBK90 Blu-ray player offers excellent picture and audio quality, HDR support, multi-channel audio output, Ethernet and Wi-Fi connectivity, and support for popular disc formats and additional features such as streaming services and USB playback. | - | - | - | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 17 | N/A | Check price |  LG UBK80 The LG UBK80 Blu-ray Player offers impressive picture quality, good audio performance, and versatile disc compatibility at an affordable price. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 7 Jan 2023 The Techlounge ranked LG UBK80 as #2
Rank Blu-ray Player Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 7 LG UBK80 A Simple And Efficient Blu-Ray Player At An Affordable Price... ... ... Source: www.thetechlounge.com - On 3 May 2021 The Master Switch ranked LG UBK90 as #1
Rank Blu-ray Player Comment #1 out of 15 LG UBK90 Best Overall Blu-ray Player... ... ... Source: www.themasterswitch.com
After counting and adding up the 65 expert endorsements of the January rankings, LG UBK90 outranks LG UBK80. This is not to say that LG UBK80 is a bad option. Like LG UBK90, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, in Jan 2025 neither LG UBK80 nor LG UBK90 were recommended by key experts who publish Blu-ray Players recommendations.
| Rank | Change | Price | Blu-ray Player | TechRadar | Fix the Photo | Wirecutter | The Master Switch | What Hi-Fi | IndieWire | CNET | Digital Trends | The Techlounge | Crutchfield |
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| 1 | - | $385 |  Panasonic UB820 The Panasonic UB820 is a highly recommended Blu-ray player with exceptional picture quality, good audio capabilities, a variety of connectivity options, and additional features like streaming services and voice control. | - | - | 1 | 12 | - | 3 | - | 3 | 7 | 1 |
| 2 | - | $289 |  Sony UBP-X800M2 The Sony UBP-X800M2 is a high-quality Blu-ray player that delivers exceptional picture and audio quality, with excellent HDR support, multi-channel audio output, and versatile connectivity options. | - | 2 | - | 7 | - | 4 | - | 2 | 1 | - |
| 3 | - | $189 |  Sony UBP-X700 The Sony UBP-X700 is a highly rated and versatile 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player that offers excellent upscaling, HDR support, multi-format disc playback, and a range of connectivity options and streaming services. | 2 | 7 | - | 6 | 3 | - | 1 | - | - | - |
| 4 | - | Check price |  XBox Series X The Xbox Series X is a top-notch gaming console with excellent picture and audio quality, smooth gameplay, and a comprehensive range of connectivity options, making it a great choice for gamers and entertainment enthusiasts. | 6 | - | 3 | 5 | - | - | 3 | 4 | - | - |
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Expert reviews [6]
Total expert reviews: 6
- with a score: 3
- without a score: 3
| Highest score by Gadget Review | 93 |
| Average score based on 6 reviews | 83 |
| Lowest score by mydreamhaus.co.uk | 70 |
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93
The Fangor Car Headrest Dual DVD Player is the best choice for a headrest DVD player due to its high-quality HD screens, versatile media support, and easy installation. The Naviskauto Dual Headrest DVD Player is also a great option for its wide range of media support and user-friendly design.
+ pros
- Easy installation with sturdy mounting brackets and headrest strap: The author highlights that the installation process is simple and secure, ensuring that the DVD player stays in place during use.
- Additional mount for secure installation: The inclusion of an additional mount further enhances the stability and security of the DVD player.
- Detachable players for convenience: The ability to detach the players allows for easy portability and flexibility in using them in different locations.
- Compare price ranges for quality and affordability: The author suggests considering the price range of the DVD player to ensure a balance between quality and affordability.
- Swivel screen for flexible viewing experience: The swivel screen feature allows for adjustable viewing angles, providing a more comfortable and customizable experience.
- Capable of playing various video formats and connecting to additional devices: The DVD player supports multiple video formats and offers connectivity options to connect to other devices, expanding its versatility.
- Large HD display screen for immersive experience: The inclusion of a large HD display screen enhances the viewing experience, providing clear and immersive visuals.
- Support for DVDs and other input ports and connectivity options: The DVD player supports DVDs as well as other input ports and connectivity options, allowing for a wide range of media playback options.
- Ability to stream content via HDMI port: The presence of an HDMI port enables the streaming of content from compatible devices, adding convenience and flexibility.
- Play content from USB stick, SD card, or phone cable: The DVD player supports various media formats, including USB sticks, SD cards, and phone cables, making it compatible with different devices.
- Ability to play music and access FM radio: The DVD player has the capability to play music and access FM radio, providing additional entertainment options.
- AC adapter included for uninterrupted video playback: The inclusion of an AC adapter ensures uninterrupted video playback by providing a reliable power source.
- Free pair of headphones and built-in dual speakers: The DVD player comes with a free pair of headphones and built-in dual speakers, enhancing the audio experience.
- cons
- Does not support Blu-ray and only ships with one screen: The DVD player does not support Blu-ray discs and only includes one screen, limiting its compatibility and potential for dual-screen viewing.
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Expert reviews [6]
Total expert reviews: 6
- with a score: 4
- without a score: 2
| Highest score by reviewsmonkey.com | 95 |
| Average score based on 6 reviews | 71 |
| Lowest score by GadgetGuy | 32 |
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70
LG UBK90 Ultra HD Blu-Ray Player Reviewed
The LG UBK90 is a basic Ultra HD Blu-ray player that offers support for Dolby Vision encoded content from both discs and streaming services. While lacking some features found in other players at its price point, it offers solid performance and a minimalistic design.
+ pros
- Support for Dolby Vision encoded content from both discs and streaming services.
- Minimalistic design that looks good under most televisions.
- Lightning fast loading times for both discs and apps.
- Good scaling quality for 1080p Blu-ray discs.
- Automatically detects Dolby Vision-encoded content from discs.
- Excellent image quality for both HDR10 and Dolby Vision content.
- Consistently good sound quality with excellent dynamic range and dialogue intelligibility.
- cons
- No support for HDR-to-SDR conversion or SACD playback.
- No analog audio outputs.
- Netflix app outputs everything as Dolby Vision, even for SDR content.
- Lacks tone mapping functionality.
- Price is higher than some competitors with more features.
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From Seller:
- LG UBK80 4K Ultra-HD Blu-ray Player with HDR Compatibility (2018) (Open Box)
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From Seller:
- 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc playback provides the ultimate in audio/video quality with a stunning 4K picture and state-of-the-art audio. Pop in a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc and prepare to be transported
- 4K streaming content - this internet-ready LG device is capable of delivering an uncompromising Ultra HD 4K streaming experience. (Additional subscriptions services may be required)
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Unboxing | LG UBK80 Ultra HD 4K Blu-ray-Player (mit HDR und Dolby Atmos) schwarz
Review by OdinsTests
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