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Top 10 Rated Blu-Ray Players 2024

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Blu-Ray players are becoming increasingly more advanced while not surging to ridiculously high prices. Several new models coming out in 2015 offer smart TV viewing options, with the ability to search for movies, apps, and entertainment sites. We selected 10 of the best Blu-Ray players that showed the greatest technological advances and connectivity options. Other features we considered:

1. User-friendly interface
2. Sleek, compact design
3. Stunning full HD 1080p video
4. Ability to access personal photos, videos, and files on USB storage devices
5. Fast streaming capabilities
6. Rich audio that enables surround sound
7. Quick boot-up and loading
8. Built-in Wi-Fi
9. Multiple HDMI inputs

Samsung BD-H6500  9.5/10

2 HDMI inputs
Built-in Wi-Fi
Full HD 1080p
4K UHD Upscaling
Smart Hub

The Samsung BD-H6500 is an ultra-slim, sleek 3D Blu-ray player fully loaded with many useful features. A big improvement over previous models is the inclusion of 4K upscaling, which is relatively …read more


Full HD 1080p
Built-in Wifi
2D to 3D Conversion

This updated for 2013 blu-ray player has all the features you’ll need to get the most out of your HDTV and Blu-ray discs. They player is equipped with built-in wifi, so there is no need to worry about those silly dongles…read more


LG BP350  8.5/10

1080p
DVD upscaling
3D compatibility
Wi-Fi enabled
Streaming content services

The LG BP350 is an affordable Blu-Ray player at less than $100. The good part is that is it Wi-Fi enabled and will allow plenty of streaming options right to any…read more


Wi-Fi enabled
1 HDMI, 1 USB, 1 Ethernet, 1 HDMI-CEC
3D enabled

For only $99.05, the Samsung BD-J5900 is a valuable 3D-enabled Wi-Fi Blu-ray player. This lightweight, compact model won’t take up much space in your entertainment station, and it includes…
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Sony BDPS5500  9/10

Full HD 1080p
2D to 3D conversion
Built-in Web browser
Wi-Fi connectivity

Well known for producing high-quality electronic devices that are easy to use and are thoroughly tested before being released, Sony’s BDPS5500 Blu-Ray player is no exception. This model…
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Sony BDP-S790  9/10

Playback: Blu-Ray, DVD, CD, USB
Resolution: 1080p to 4320p (4K)
3D Compatible Playback
2D to 3D Conversion

This player contains many of the same great functionality as the BDP-S590 but it adds considerable up-converting capability…
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Wi-Fi connectivity
3D enabled
Full HD 1080p

The Panasonic BDT230 is a full HD 3D Blu-Ray player with some cool and convenient features. With VIERA Connect, users can access endless web content, including popular…
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1 HDMI, 1 USB, 1 Ethernet, 1 HDMI-CEC
Full HD 1080p
Upscaling

For only $77.99, the Samsung BD-J5100 is an ideal bare-bones Blu-Ray player that has a surprisingly fast loading time. This lightweight, compact model won’t take up much space…
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