Mintek MDP-1770KIT 7-Inch Portable DVD Player Kit
Great value, but don't expect longevity
I have the 8\\" version of this player (sold under a different brand but with the exact form factor, buttons, interface, firmware, and even an almost identical user's guide), and have had it for almost two years.  The first year it worked well, although it was noisy and sometimes i had trouble opening the top-loading DVD cover.  Then after the first year things started going downhill.  First the big, heavy battery deteriorated, so much so that I couldn't get more than an hour of play on low brightness out of it.  Second, it started refusing to play more and more DVDs.  It would just make some strange motor noise but after a while it would complain \\"no disc\\" or just froze.  Since it still works about 70% of the time, and I don't really use it much these days (esp. with the half-dead battery), I still have it around, but I'll caution you on getting such a low-cost player.  I've also heard people having lots of trouble with playing back VCDs on these players.<br /><br />Since this kit is being sold at such a low price and comes with all the accessories you need, I still think it's a good value.  Even if you just get one year of service out of it, it's still worth it.  Tip: if you buy this with a Mastercard or Visa, your card may offer a one-year extended warranty for free, via the \\"Warranty Manager\\" program.<br /><br />If you want something that has better picture and sound quality, is more durable, lasts longer on a battery charge, and will simply be more fun, check out portable DVD players from Panasonic and Toshiba.  They cost more up-front, but will save you the frustrations and anxiety attacks.