magnavox mdr515

 Here's the main thread on the Mag HDD DVDRs. with a list of info and help files... everything you need to know about these DVDRs. Please ask future questions in that thread?

Here's one help file in that list with info on the 515 and comparison of features.

Here's another feature comparison. from that list.

I had that same decision to make a month or so ago. For me owning two other 2160s I figured out I really didn't need all the extra onboard storage. Things I want to save I generally edit and burn to DVD fairly quickly, then make a DVD "backup" copy of the program with my computer. 1-2 additional DVD "backup" copies total are a pretty cheap solution, even using top quality media. The quality of the JR.COM refurb 2160 was flawless. And I can always put in a bigger HDD later if I decide I need more space.


However, if you plan to keep tons of stuff on the Maggy Hard Drive then the additional storage of the 515 may offset the higher price in your case. Good luck either way.