SAMPO Single Disc DVD+MP3 Player (SAMPO DVE612)
Almost Perfect...
I have had this DVD player for a few years now.  Here is the reason why I still recommend Sampo over any other brand: <br /> <br />Price - yes, there are some cheaper DVD players on the market that you can find out there with the same features, but most of them don't last long.  I've seen a lot of reviews where people complain that their DVD player stopped working in \\"n\\" number of months.  This is not the case with Sampo.  Like I said, I've been using it non-stop for over 3 years now, and haven't had a single problem yet.  So, for an extra 20 bucks or so, I think it's nice to have a little \\"insurance\\", if you will. <br /> <br />Versatility - it plays virtually everything you throw at it.  And, with a simple hack, you can play any DVD from any region on it as well.  Plus, there is a lot of other neat \\"tricks\\" you can do with it, once you really get into it.  Changing a background picture is one of them for example. <br /> <br />Design - very sleek, in my opinion.  Looks as good as it works. <br /> <br />Reliability - I've been very pleased with its performance.  Never a single problem.   However, if you do have a problem/question, there are numerous sites/forums where you can get help. <br /> <br />One drawback though - it has a problem playing copied DVD's.  Sometimes it wouldn't play them a particular DVD at all.  Sometimes it takes a few tries for a DVD to play.  I guess it's a format thing.  So, if you are planning on playing a lot of copied DVD's on your player, then look for a different one.  Otherwise, hands down, Sampo is the best you can buy. <br />