Tablo Quad Review! [CordCutters.com]

Tablo's over-the-air DVR boxes have long been the easiest way to record OTA TV. And the new Tablo Quad is just about perfect. It's got FOUR tuners. And instead of an external hard drive, it takes in internal SATA drive. So crisp. So clean. Check it out!!!
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[@ChrisHoopes]

I've considered upgrading to this one, although I already have the Tablo 4, which also has four tuners. One of the nice things about the Tablo is not only being able to record something while watching another channel, it can stream recorded content to two devices while using the four tuners (so you could have 6 streams going at once).

[@davidsmith7883]

I love my Tablo, I only have the 2 tuner model but that's enough for me. The picture quality is great, still much better than cable. Plus you can use it on all the devices, not just Amazon. Commercial skipping works well and the guide and recording works great. Only thing I need is to invest in an an outside attenna, I get most channels but their are a couple that don't come in and thanks to one being an old school VHF channel I need an old school monster antenna and a professional installer.

[@bjs2022]

The gold standard for guides and, more importantly, the advanced functions with the guide, is also on the best recorder with the best operating system and that is TiVo, both for OTA, cable TV, and finding what programs to stream. Some pay TV providers pay TiVo licensing fees to incorporate some of those patented functions in their recorders and some providers even offer TiVo recorders for rent. However, dedicated streaming boxes usually beat TiVo’s built-in apps because the apps in those are better designed and kept up to date. And, of course, just like Apple’s premium products, TiVos and its service is expensive until the use of their product is amortized over a long period of use.

[@Moderndad]

I really do need to try TiVo, I guess, eh?

[@notenabbers218]

I own a house in San Francisco, CA and Bend, Oregon. I want to be able to watch my SF over the air TV shows on my 43 inch Samsung TV while in Bend, Oregon. Will this device allow me to do that? I tested the Tablo app (without buying the Tablo) it kept searching my network for a Tablo, which obviously I had not purchased yet so it did not find...

[@robohead521]

Yes. You can watch your Tablo from pretty much anywhere with the app on pretty much any device.

[@creepygnome]

Did you try an a SATA SSD to compare it with the standard HDs at 5400 and 7200 rpms? It would be nice to know if anything is noticably different/better like the transcoding, streaming to 1,2,3, and 4 devices at the same time. Perfemance test and results like this would be great additions when applicable.

[@danh1202]

Thanks for the tablo review . Been thinking of getting one and this review helped me decide to get it . I also couldn't figure out how the wife could record her ...soaps lol . We are seriously thinking of cutting the cord soon but was checking out how we could record her programs.

[@japzone]

FYI, there was a quad-tuner Tablo before this one. I have it. They've simply updated it with a new design now.

[@Moderndad]

Yep. Can't believe that slipped my mind. (Also I'd argue the internal SATA drive is a big deal.)

[@japzone]

@@Moderndad Yeah the internal SATA bay is definitely a nice addition.

[@TroyPorter70058]

Can you play and record from your Amazon fire stick to the Tablo

[@MurchyMurch]

I think the OTA DVR to beat is the Tivo Bolt OTA. I like the Tablo stuff but Tivo has a 4 tuner DVR with 1TB HDD built in sitting on Best Buy shelves right now for less than 250 dollars.

[@robkonz]

Problem with that is its a set top box. In my opinion the Tablo is way better because it sits behind the scenes connected to the network and I can watch it on all my TVs in the house.

[@kitanashia]

Bolt is a single TV ota device with the ability to upgrade to more than one but you have to have a TiVO specific device to do that right now. Tivo has said they plan to change that but we have seen nothing released as of yet. Tivo and Tablo are not competing for the same market either. if you have a single TV and don't care about streaming to other devices sure the bolt is a good buy for you but not if you plan to use it on more than one device. besides it is likely sometime after it's release we will see the quad go on sale quite often. get what is right for you but remember something. newer tech always costs more and the Tablo Quad is much newer than the Bolt is

[@LennyLacey]

and a couple hundred for each TV NO Thanks

[@jon4lakers]

Nicely done

[@vicenterios5993]

I live in Central Florida. Can you see local channels through Tablo? (Telemundo and Univision).

[@WaywardWaggs]

Do you recommend for full time RVers? We are using our unlimited Verizon Jetpack for Wifi. Sounds like we would have to reprogram every time we move to another location but it wouldn't be terrible. We are looking for DVR options while on the road without getting Dish or Direct TV.

[@digitalfire4433]

How would you rate this vs the HD Homerun? I was thinking about getting the HD Homerun and the Channels app but I’m still not entirely sure on the capabilities of the Channels app.

[@BobDiaz123]

This sounds like an ideal solution for my house. I only need one good antenna and just feel this through my LAN to all the TVs with Roku boxes. Gosh, even my iPad and cell phone becomes a "TV".

[@kenjohnson6365]

I have long cable runs to get the antenna signal to three TV’s in my house. I’m using a pre-amp at the antenna and a splitter amp in the basement where it splits off. If is switch to a Tablo and put it close to the antenna so it is a short run do you think I will get better signal quality and more channels?

[@kjunmariner]

Someone help me out. I've just discovered this and the HD Homerun. How is this any different than just running a splitter from the antenna to all the tvs? Does it just provide a guide for $200? Or is there something I'm drastically missing?

[@robertcoups3918]

I trust you have found the answer in the last 5 months, but if not. ....... I tried using coaxial cable and splitters, but there is just too much signal loss. These devices let you connect your antenna coax to them, connect them to your wifi network and broadcast the signal to any device on your network with no loss. I have an HD Quatro for sale if you are interested since I switched to the Tablo Quad DVR to get recording capability.

[@Embattled5211]

This device has an amp, so that reduces signal loss. It also provides recording and uses a "commercial skip" feature. The ability to watch 4 channels instead of just 2. HDHomerunner also costs more, with $179 for 2 tuner instead of $149 (Both Tablo have transcoders built in). Not to mention, the HD Homerun DVR options require you to set up a dedicated PC for the recordings to go to. So unless you already have a HTPC, it's impractical.

[@robohead521]

Splitting your antenna to all of your TV's lets you watch TV and nothing else. Using this lets you watch TV on your TV's and also lets you watch TV on your mobile devices (phone, tablet, laptop) through an app even if you are away from home. You can also record your TV channels to watch later and it has a nice TV guide and commercial skipping.

[@shawns8554]

I’m moving into a new condo and have ordered the 2 antennas I plan on putting in the attic along with the needed combiner and powered 4 way splitter. I have not purchased the Tablo yet because I’m not sure ot what kind of reception I’m going to get. If it is good, I plan on buying the Tablo Quad. All that said, my question is should I send the powered splitter back and stream using the Quad, or, should I run coax to all the TVs in the condo and use the Tablo just for the DVR functionality? Thank you for any help you could offer.

[@edwardwhite6872]

Liked your video. However you stated that Tablo only offered a 2 tuner before. They have sold a 4 tuner for years. This is the new updated model to go along with last years release of the updated Duel.

[@Moderndad]

Yep. I blew that, which is funny since I have that 4-tuner box. D'oh!

[@JamesZ1025]

What does the library of recordings look like? Is it a list like DIRECTV or tiles like dish network

[@michaelbox7285]

Would you recommend this over the recast for a 4 tv household? Recast can only stream 2 at once. Tablo can do 4 right, does it stream at 1080 and the recast at 720?

[@luzreyesluna]

I love your video. Very informational and you are also so funny. Very entertaining to watch. Thank you,

[@lint2023]

Can you set it to record by date and time? I don't want to connect it to the network/internet and I only need date/time for setting a recording.

[@ArdouinAlex]

can you use the Tablo quad to record with a firestick?

[@Johnnyboybravo]

Are you able to add app programs into Tablo? Example, PlutoTV, KZbinTV, Sling TV, Philo or other monthly paid apps like HBO/STARZ/CBS etc..?I want to have an all in one feature if possible where they will all show up and be able to use the time shift feature for every channel. If not, do you know what dvr box offer this? Thank you for your time & happy holidays!

[@joe10117]

signals now atsc 3.0 shared frequencies in place makes it glitchy to use theese products you should obtain the new atsc 3.0 model do a tv scan so we can see

[@utoobia6872]

Hello. We have a box that we pay a monthly subscription for and it gives channels from our home country overseas (as well as other countries). Instead of an antenna, that box uses our WIFI. We watch some shows with that service that we would like to record when we are not able to watch them directly. Would this Tablo Quad work with that kind of service?

[@andysbootcamp1]

Can you hook up the Tablo Quad to a cable service (Spectr*m)

[@brentjohnson6654]

I have heard they don’t record surround sound. Other than that the quad with my own hard drive sounds good

[@lancebyrd6871]

Decent device, have had one for over a year. Avoid using with Firestick as there is something wrong with the app. Have have great experience using the Roku Streaming Stick+.

[@djason9]

Thanks for your video. About to cut the cord and researching what to use for Live TV, Sports and DVR capabilities. Was wondering if you have any experience with HDHomeRun Connect Quatro in comparison to the Tablo? Was dead set on the HDHomeRun Quatro, but now trying to find more info on this Tablo Quad.

[@chemicaljonez]

Hi, I canceled cable a few months ago, and set up AirTV, but they're garbage. Continuous problems. But they do kind of integrate local channels and SlingTV channels, which is what I was after. I don't think Tablo is the answer, is there another system that could achieve this reliably? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

[@theilliniguy]

Great video! Thanks. Is there a 30 second or commercial skip function in whatever remote this comes with?

[@theElderberryFarmer]

It's even better than that. There is a 30 second skip when you watch via a web browser, and the remote has a fast-forward button that displays snapshots of the video above the progress bar. But, there is also automatic commercial skipping for Roku and other playback devices - no action needed on your part! Have a look on Tablo's website for more details.

[@Buffaloc]

what good is a 4 year video when it comes to this type of technology?

[@LoveAllOpensAndHeals]

I bought the HDHOMERUN QUATRO and plex and don't like it. I was thinking about going with the Tablo Quad or recast. Any recommendations from anyone? I just want plug and play...Simplicity rules as you get older!

[@billieschultz1352]

Will this work with an external drive?

[@04DynaGlyde]

What if your tired of DirecTv and or cable itself, and you only want TiVo or Tablo for over the air television watching? Tablo vs TiVo, If I out right buy a TiVo Bolt Vox is service free for life? If so where is least expensive place to buy it or should a person by from TiVo? I'm not interested in paying for other movie/tv show services anymore just a DVR for free channels. And what about free vs paid services between TiVo and Tablo. Please explain differences????

[@SanGerman59Holguin79]

Which one would you recommend: Tablo Quad vs Easy Homerun? Also would you recommend OTA Antenna?

[@mbukow]

Can you watch this on an Echo SHOW device??? / Or is that only a function of the Fire TV Recast / I am a former owner of "ReplayTV" and purchased more lifetime guides than I want to recall... :( - - - so am not a fan of paying for guide subscriptions because of that...

[@craftydevils1604]

I can tell you're a dad, you hold up how many fingers when you talk #'s. Great video.

[@oliviaterrell1009]

Hi there, does the Tablo use our internet bandwidth to record and view?

[@Lysander-Spooner]

I have the old Quad and it works great.

[@Moderndad]

Yep. ... I love being able to hide the hard drive, though. So much cleaner.

[@johngallagher7433]

Yep, I have the old 4 tuner version too. Mine is in a cabinet so the separate drive isn’t a big deal. You could really put the box anywhere in as long as you can access the antenna coax cable and your wifi (or Ethernet) network like a media closest or smart box. I had been using the Tablo app on my Samsung smart TV but recently started using it through the Apple TV app. Apple TV Functionality is better allowing you to pause and rewind live TV streams where you can old play back live TV in the Samsung app.

[@FJBandtherest]

How can I register my Tablo quad without a credit card? I have no interest in any extra fees but can't register it without a credit card.

[@EdwardCheek]

I'm on the fence as the Tablo app reviews are very bad. I like my Fire Recast but it's aging out and has been discontinued.

[@sarahp1955]

What about having both a Tablo & a Recast? Pros? Cons? not much difference? I am about to make that jump of cutting the cord and want what will work best. *I am already a Prime member but don't know much about the Tablo. Amazon has a bundle deal right now I am looking at.

[@rickfimple7866]

Sarah P I’m in the same boat. I think we are going to go with the recast. I have a amazon tv fire edition (in our bedroom) and I love how they incorporate my live antenna channels (like the recast will do) into the menu grid it looks great and is seamless. Also, Alexa integration is important to our family...looks like the recast will play well with Alexa.

[@DaveInTrinity]

I am considering purchasing a Tablo Quad to replace my Tivo Bolt (which died prematurely) primarily based on this and some other reviews and articles. I am a bit concerned that no one is selling the Tablo Quad other than the Tablo store itself. Best Buy has posted a notice saying the Tablo Quad is no longer available. Should I be concerned? Has it always been this way or is the Tablo circling the drain?

[@wadebarnett2542]

I used an antenna with a Tivo Bolt. It died after two years and three months. Tivo sent a replacement for $50, and the return of the old one. That one died after three months.

[@Ed_Root]

I have the two channel model and it works really well. Just wish I could get the content on my Plex server without needing a PhD in computer science.

[@Moderndad]

That's my only real complaint about Plex. ... I'm a reasonably smart person, but I just can't recommend NAS boxes and Plex to normal folks, ya know?

[@monawelz2076]

Hay I'm having trouble getting my fire tv to see my firestick can u help

[@larrydawson2580]

The quad now includes the storage - right?

[@onmyworkbench7000]

I have had a Tablo Quad for 3 years and I like it. However what I am not happy with is that it has to be connected to the internet to work over my LAN using my Rokus. If the internet goes down and my internet does alot here (I have Frontier DSL and Frontier SUCKS big time) and then I can't watch it.

[@normswan5806]

Still iffy on Chromecast?

[@schoen208]

Great video, I’ve never watched one of your videos before and I just subscribed. Switching from Tivo to something else and this just may be the solution.

[@DaveInTrinity]

Phillip, did you go ahead and switch from Tivo to Tablo? What's your opinion now? My Tivo died and I'm on the fence of getting another Tivo or the Tablo Quad. Would love to hear your view.

[@schoen208]

DaveInTrinity , hey Dave. Yeah I love our Tablo Quad. It’s probably not as slick as our TiVo was but the streaming from devices works way better. It has commercial skip which mostly works great. I did think I would save a few bucks with the Tablo but then they started charging for the commercial skip feature, I think it’s an extra twenty bucks a year. If I had to make the same choice again I think I’d still go with Tablo, again though I’d say the TiVo interface is more polished.

[@schoen208]

DaveInTrinity I wish you would have messaged me a couple of weeks ago, I just gave my old TiVo away lol.

[@DaveInTrinity]

@@schoen208 Story of my life. Lol. Thanks for your opinion on this. Do you think Tablo will be around for a while? There are so few online conversations about it. I would think this would generate a lot of talk in forums, but it almost feels dead in the water or it is so good that no one has any complaints . I only found a few youtube videos and what's on the Tablo website itself. And, no one sells it except Tablotv.com and that worries me. Finally, how are the Tablo tuners? My Tivo couldn't pick up about 3 channels and subs that my TV's own tuner had no problem receiving. I suspect it's the signal loss within the 4-tuner splitter. Wondering if the Tablo tuners are as good as a TV's tuner. Thanks again for your input. It really helps.

[@epiphone278]

Does the Tablo Quad device transcode a 1080i signal down to 720p?

[@billtaylor1133]

Tablo's new policy is a TV guide for each device now unless you purchased you lifetime subscription prior to the new policy taking place.

[@JhreynoldsPort]

What better Home Run of Tablo?

[@idenkilla]

Did you do a review of the AirTv player from sling?

[@Moderndad]

Not a video, but I did take a look at it last year. www.cordcutters.com/airtv-review-2018

[@droneworks6340]

The tuner in the tablo is total crap. going direct to TV works much better. There has to be a bitter option out there for DVR on air TV?

[@DTA_Crypto]

2 qestions, can I use an SSD instead of an HDD? the SSD would be quieter than an HDD. The second question is can I put the tablo upstairs and connect to my router and watch live tv downstairs on my television?

[@kitanashia]

you could use an SSD but I would not recommend it if you use the tablo often, SSDs still have a far less read/writes than physical platter hard drives right now. that is changing but it still isnt there yet and on something like the tablo a HDD isn't terribly loud at all. you would have to get really close to it to hear it. you can put the tablo anywhere you want as long as it can connect to your local network and your antenna and watch it wherever you have a device that has tablo on it. the list can be found at their website here www.tablotv.com/apps-compatible-devices/

[@marioStortuga]

I would get this for my parents for sure

[@midday1565]

I can’t find anywhere to format my hard drive it keeps sayin no storage available... any suggestions?

[@gitarplayer229]

Thanks for the review Phil! What do you think of this in comparison to Plex dvr. I've currently got an HD home run box going through Plex and it works pretty well. Just a little slow with the transcoding.

[@Moderndad]

Way easier for most folks to use versus a NAS box and Plex. (Which I also use with HDHR.)

[@gitarplayer229]

ModernDad Good point. I just rely on Plex so heavily already for media it seemed to make sense. I do like the interface better on this unit though. Looks more like traditional cable. May have to give it a try.

[@edierussell139]

Can you use a SSD instead of a SATA drive

[@Dcarlin2012]

I’d love to see you do an episode comparing over the air to something like Hulu’s basic plan. I get it, Hulu won’t give you real time and CBS is a little stingy with a few shows, but for about the same price as the monthly subscription fee, we get a lot of the same OTA content. Am I missing something? BTW, I haven’t cut the cord yet, so I may not know what I’m talking about!

[@Moderndad]

That's a good question. ... Most streaming services offer local channels now. But not always all channels in all areas - and definitely not as many channels as what you can get with an antenna. (Because of location and sub-channels.) ... I don't use it all the time now, but it's a great backup at the very least.

[@Tablotv]

We've got a blog post with a few reasons why you'd want to watch your locals via OTA vs. streaming: www.tablotv.com/blog/5-reasons-watch-antenna-tv-vs-streaming/

[@kennyb123]

Can you link the outdoor antenna you are using? Feel free to use an affiliate link!

[@Moderndad]

Here ya go. www.cordcutters.com/clearstream-fusion-ota-antenna-review

[@TheHaloko]

I'm new to this, this might be a stupid question, I saw you can use a HDD, could you also use a SSD?

[@Moderndad]

You can, yeah, though you won't really see faster performance or anything. Just don't use a flash drive.

[@guymarentette2317]

I have the older two tuner model, and switching to an external ssd made a notable improvement when accessing the recorded programs.

[@Petunia500]

You need to add a loop to that antenna wire

[@E-ZE-DUZIT]

What apps cant you put on it,sling,hulu, etc?

[@videobruceb8879]

The "Free" guide does NOT work very well !! Besides, what good is a day (if that)?? It's up to the station to provide guide data. Low power stations don't have to do that (per the FCC) so there is no guide with many of those stations.

[@aprildeaton6966]

So before I buy this I just want to make sure that is will record my local channels like ABC, Fox, NBC & CBS? if it does that's AWESOME!!!!

[@Edyth_Hedd]

If you've already bought an antenna and you're getting those station over-the-air, the Tablo should work, because you're plugging that antenna into the Tablo.

[@ltlpaa2973]

Does it come with a remote control?

[@alexf.3014]

No. It doesn't need it because it works in conjunction with your streaming device. For example if you use a Roku or a firestick to stream your tv shows, you download the Tablo app into your streaming device and use your roku or firesick remote to work it.

[@TechDove]

Off topic question, but do you plan on reviewing the S10+?

[@Moderndad]

I dunnnnnnno. ... Should I?

[@TechDove]

ModernDad I mean everyone else is doing it! Like jumping off a cliff, but more technological and less painful.

[@RobertLeBlancPhoto]

If I already subscribe to KZbin TV at $40/mo, would this still benefit my family of 4?

[@Moderndad]

Depends on if you need more local channels than what you can get through KZbin TV. ... This is a way to share what you get via an antenna across your network on a bunch of devices. It doesn't do streaming channels like you get on YTTV.

[@jontheautomator]

What OTA antenna are you using any recommendations?

[@Moderndad]

I get that question all the time, and my answer for it kinda sucks. But I still think it's the right one. ... Put an antenna outside, point it the right direction, and the antenna itself probably doesn't matter all that much. www.cordcutters.com/guide-ota

[@shyamdevadas6099]

Hey, I'm wondering if anyone out there might know if a box that allows simple channel up/channel down button access for pre-programmed channels. I have an 89-year-old parent who will never be able to navigate tables and menus that are used in all of the boxes I've seen. I'd appreciate any suggestions. Thanks!

[@RoastBeefSandwich]

Shyam Devadas just plug an antenna into their tv. They won’t get any recording functionality but it doesn’t get much simpler.

[@shyamdevadas6099]

@@RoastBeefSandwich Appreciate the advice, RBS. The problem is that my mother watches only the local ABC, NBC, CBS, PBS, C-SPAN, CNN, MSNBC, and NHK. That's it. Can't count on either just the locals, or on any of the cable channels. I've got to mix them up. Thanks anyway, dude.

[@RoastBeefSandwich]

Shyam Devadas yeah I’d say that’s an argument for keeping basic cable if it’s still offered in your area, if they can’t live without C-Span and the other cable channels. A lot of people realize that there’s plenty OTA in their area that they don’t really miss the few cable only channels and those few channels aren’t worth $50+ per month. But everyone has their own priorities and desires. To each their own! One thing you could try is just buy a basic antenna and hook it up to one of their TVs and see if they are okay with it. Then you can suggest investing in a large attic or roof antenna.

[@shyamdevadas6099]

@@RoastBeefSandwich Appreciate the advice, sir. Stay well.

[@kendalls9561]

Damn it, I thought the SSD was a Cable Tuner Card

[@alanvallazza9781]

Cloner Box records Roku and firestiick even computer screen. Tablo records OTA.

[@abc123fhdi]

Not a huge sell for me over cable dvr given price and not having HBO

[@kitanashia]

it is meant for local over the air stations not cable or satellite. HBO does not broadcast OTA right now and while that could change in the future I do not see it happening any time soon.

[@kitanashia]

you could get a 4 tuner tablo before, they are actually trying to sell out their supply of the existing 4 tuner devices asap to make room for the quad which is superior in many ways,the existing 4 tuner has 10/100 ethernet, and wireless a/b/g/n, the quad has gigabit ethernet, upgraded wifi and is the first tablo to have the ability to store the HDD inside it, where as the existing model tablo devices cannot. I suspect having it internally will make it faster but we will see. this is the tablo I been hoping to see

[@Moderndad]

The r/w of the drive is far less of a bottleneck than the transcoding.

[@Chemy.]

But bad, here in my country not very practical but I guess it has a huge market on other countries

[@pietossing]

OTA only matters if you live in a large metro area. Those of us in rural areas are screwed.

[@theElderberryFarmer]

Are you farther than 70 miles away from the broadcast towers? If so, yeah, you are pretty much out of luck for OTA.

[@richardsmith1161]

Over $400 all in,. Kinda Steep. Recast is half. Sticking with my Hdhomerun, very flexible

[@Moderndad]

Yep. Definitely adds up. I love HDHR - can't wait to try their new recording stuff.

[@eig1979]

Is it compatible with SSD, 2.5 drives?

[@eig1979]

Does it work with Qnap, and other servers?

[@MCGDEC]

Like it as a recorder, don't like it for how slowly it syncs up for watching live tv buffers (stops playing) way to much. Didn't pay for subscription, hoping for better tech in the future.

[@Tablotv]

Sounds like the throughput on your local network is acting as a bottleneck. Try turning off the setting called 'Fast Live TV startup'. You'll get a bit more buffer at when loading a channel, but it'll help avoid pausing during playback. Option B is reducing the Live TV quality which will send less data through your network.

[@MCGDEC]

@@Tablotv Here is my issues, I have a Sharp Roku tv and cannot edit or set up recordings, two firestick tv's do work these features. As far as trying to watch live tv I lowered the live tv to 720 recommended but would like 1080. The ability to stream outside of the house was not available while we had the guide, apparently to modem/ router comcast business would to allow that feature and I was unable to resolve this before the guide was removed. As a recorder I really like it, fast forward 20 sec at a time with out a commercial playing (sling) is great.

[@Tablotv]

@@MCGDEC Manual recordings are coming to Roku in the next update, so that takes care of one thing. Not sure what was going on with your router re: out-of-home streaming but some ISPs put restrictions on that kind of thing on equipment they own. And as mentioned you should be able to do full quality streaming but that requires a fast, solid WiFi connection. Drop a note to support and ask them to run a network scan. It should help identify where the slowdowns are happening: www.tablotv.com/ask-tablo

[@jsn23nc]

I have the original, it has 5 tuners

[@ds1755]

Are there any specific recommendations where to set the TabloTV OTA recorder within the home? ie. Close to the TV, closer to the antenna for a shorter run, or middle of the home for even streaming signal purposes. Thanks in advance for any help/suggestions

[@Moderndad]

Nope. Your house is different than mine. And other than REALLY long runs of cable, it should be fine.

[@lawhoff9581]

I googled the location of the nearest broadcast tower to my residence and put the leaf antenna in a window pointed that way. Seemed to make a difference.

[@VernFamilyVlogs]

Good stuff Phil..

[@Moderndad]

Thank you, sir!

[@wanaraz]

200 bucks for the unit? Buy a hard drive. Pay a monthly service. Cord cutting is not looking reasonable anymore.

[@robohead521]

If you don't need to record your OTA channels, just connect an antenna to your TV and call it a day. But if you have other needs, its nice that there are options available and really, when you compare the prices to satellite TV, it's still a bargain. You are paying up front for the equipment, but it can be free from that point on. It'll pay for itself in 2 or 3 months.

[@teknowil]

4 is better than 2...i cant think of 4 shows that would be on OTA that i'd want to watch lol

[@amandam.y.1626]

Love your video!!! Sending you an email...

[@phillipknoblauch8638]

I order the new Tablo dual HDMI and what a piece of junk. The thing was defective from the start and to make matters worst the warranty dept. does there best job to avoid taking care of there product. They say of we will send you a new one...Never happened..... so maybe the Quad or the other Tablo's are good but I have to say here in Canada.. They just dont back there shit up......Save your time and money and find something else to buy... nothing but a holes !!!!

[@dyslexiksteve2488]

$200 and it don't come with a hard drive.

[@Moderndad]

I said it wasn't cheap ...

[@dyslexiksteve2488]

@@Moderndad it still look to be the best one I have seen. Do you know if it will be released in the UK?

[@SHSPVR]

And for around $106 you can pick up 4TB 2.5 in Seagate ST4000LM024 off newegg

[@octoolman]

That was the price I paid each for two Channel Master DVR+'s about 4-5 years ago with a 2 channel capability [I still have them]. Gonna try this one for sure! You get what you pay for! Good isn't always cheap. I'll have to see if this is a reliable unit.

[@RonaldDEdwards1]

Tivo OTA is way better.. Trust me on this, I have both

[@DarinCates]

MY GOD ...... he doesn't know how unfunny he is. Holy sh#t

[@sebaszwarc6028]

There is No such thing as hdtv antenna it’s a marketing term 😂

[@octoolman]

Yes, but who cares? Any antenna can receive the HDTV signals - but not necessarily good at all. It's just that the advancement in the smaller SIZE and RECEPTION is what is really amazing! I have an antenna that's not much larger than a wire oven shelf on my roof and it pulls in 140 stations from a straight line from 50 miles away!

[@sebaszwarc6028]

John Jacobsen everyone should care. This is false marketing and try to convince people that old antenna is not able to receive his channels. So depending on the law in each country this could even be a crime

[@johnchristianjr]

This is a paid review, right? I didn't hear you mention that, and it comes across that way. Anyway, no one ever gives an real channel loading TIME (in actual seconds) in any of these paid reviews . I briefly owned a the Dual model, and the channel loading times were averaging about 11 seconds, and were sometimes even longer. This was just awful. It looks like in your video it's much quicker than that, but who would know for sure because I just don't trust any of these paid reviews that don't specifically mention this and just gloss over it with statements like "it's slow just because of what's going on inside, mmmkay?"

[@jkelley2091]

Cheap plastic cheap remote

[@stevebradshaw6845]

Save your money tuner sucks

[@AudiophileTommy]

Does NOT come with a hard drive and costs 199.99 ,thumbs way down 👎🏽👎🏽👎🏽

[@AudiophileTommy]

Not to mention it also requires a monthly subscription

[@williamdetoy5565]

That’s a very strange take. Most cable companies will charge about $20/mo for two TVs on DVR, plus a monthly fee to operate it. That’s $240 a year just for renting the hardware. A 1TB 2.5” HD will run $50, so $250 for Quad with 1TB drive is essentially the same cost of renting the hardware for one year from the cable company. In addition, you own the recordings on Tablo, but lose them when you cancel your Charter/Comcast/Directv service. The monthly fee for their DVR service is usually between $10and $20/mo, depending upon the number of TVs connected to the DVR, so the small fee for Tablo guide access is still much less. We paid for the “lifetime” fee and that amortized out many, many months ago. I’ve used the “old” 4-tuner model and it has been a rock, this has been for the last 3+ years. A 1TB external drive (WD Passport) provides more storage than we can use. If you prefer to keep your DVR with your cable or satellite company, that’s your call, but your cost analysts doesn’t square with the real world costs at all. Tablo is a solid, dependable product who can save a family a lot of $$$ over time.

[@TXSTYLE750]

@@williamdetoy5565 Very well stated!

[@vh3531]

I have had issues with my tablo tv from day one. Contacted them on facebook. Told them what was going on. They ignored me. Contacted them again and again. Each time same result. Then they blocked me from facebook and messenger. So you have a company that ignores it's customers and will not stand behind their products. Wish I never bought this thing.

[@diggerwayne]

I love your stuff, but it would be nice if you would tell us when you're doing an Ad. If this was a review, then it really felt like an Ad.

[@Moderndad]

If it was an ad, I would have said so. (Because that's the law.)

[@bjs2022]

Tim Phillips The fact that he probably got his advanced review unit for free (or even if he was allowed to buy one early) and he did not compare or mention his experience or knowledge of reviews of the other brand available recorders (for example, the four-tuner OTA-only TiVo with lifetime guide service), gives one the impression that it is an ad because he benefited from some sort of compensation for his review aside from what, if any, money he makes from views or actual advertising associated with his KZbin channel. And, if he’s affiliated with the website that has information about the same recorder and it is ad sponsored, then this review is an extension of the advertising there.

[@Moderndad]

@@bjs2022 I personally make zero dollars from this KZbin channel, but thanks for playing. Haven't used TiVo, which is why I didn't talk about it at all.

[@Tablotv]

And aside from allowing Phil the chance to try the QUAD, we haven't given him a dime in compensation.

[@SxWerks]

What's your favorite antenna?

[@lindacantwell8266]

Mohu Leaf Glide

[@ToddTinley]

The antenna I use is 30 years old.