Coby DVD-224 Compact DVD Player

We purchased this item as an inexpensive replacement for an Audiovox D1705 Portable DVD Player with 7-Inch LCD which recently died.

Setup was quick and easy. The player has S-video and progressive scan outputs. The remote takes some getting used to.

We now get a "Wrong Disc" error message from the unit. It is not worth the cost of repair. I am annoyed that we need to replace this item after such a short period of time.

Initially gave Coby four stars due to price and features. Revised rating to two stars. You get what you pay for.

This DVD player is a waste of money and time. The DVD tray would keep opening and shutting when I tried to put a DVD in. It wouldn't stay shut and wouldn't play any DVDs. I exchanged it for another, figuring it was just a dud. The second unit would play about 1/2 an hour into the movie, and then freeze up. It did this for every DVD I tried in it. Fortunately, Amazon paid for shipping and returned it with no problems. Basically, it's a cheap machine and you get what you pay more. Go with better quality and save yourself the hassle.

Well, you get what you pay for, I suppose. I can't say that I'm all that impressed with many of the Coby products that I have bought. Their MP3s aren't very good and now I know the DVD players aren't a whole lot better. They are reasonably priced. That is what attracts so many people to their products. But, you can't expect much for your money either.
I bought 2 of these DVD players simultaneously (one for each of the kid's rooms). One of them has been working quite well, while the other has had a few problems. It doesn't always read the DVD and will sometimes stop playing. It usually will restart after a push of the button, but it is kind of annoying.

Seems to be a good player but I would like to play
MP3 on it also.

the product looks awesome. Looking pretty at living room and doesnt occupy too much space.

Good to have it