Philips HMP2000 Pro Reviews

If your existing HD TV doesn’t have Internet connectivity already built in then, if you shop around, for a mere £45 the HMP2000 does provide a quick and affordable way of using your TV with your new Netflix account. However, the lack of additional VOD services means that the Philips HMP2000 is very much a one-trick pony, and many people will probably prefer to pay another £40 for the more versatile WD TV Live.

High quality Netflix streaming and a neat, quiet box, but the attractive interface is slow to respond and the remote control small and uncomfortable

If you fancy getting into Netflix and want a simple way of watching it on your living room TV then you might consider the HMP2000 money well spent, especially as its movie selection will get much better with time. YouTube and USB media playback are also welcome, particularly if these otherwise ubiquitous features are lacking from your existing AV gear. But with such a limited range of other online content, anyone with greater connected ambitions should check out the step up models or maybe stick with their laptop. It’s also a shame that Philips couldn’t stretch to DivX and DTS support on this entry-level box. A bigger problem however is the sluggish operation and clunky remote, which turns what should have been a slick user experience into an often frustrating one. A neat idea then at an alluring price, but we recommend checking out the competition before taking the plunge.