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Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 765 reviews

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    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

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91%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers praise the Slingbox 500 for its ease of use, excellent picture quality, and reliable DVR functionality. Many appreciate the straightforward setup and smooth streaming capabilities, allowing for convenient access to their home TV from various locations. However, some users find the price point to be high and express concerns about the app's functionality and the remote control's user-friendliness. A few also mention compatibility issues with certain devices and a lack of clarity in the instructions.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Met my expectations

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    A friend was using Slingbox at a location 150 miles from his main TV and Cable connection and was extremely happy with the results. I wanted the same but at a location 6,000 miles away. Even though I understood the concept that it would work wherever one had a WiFi connection, I was doubtful. But, I am very pleased to be able to state that I am totally satisfied. My Slingbox is in Southern Calfornia and I have been accessing it from central Italy!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Product was easy to set up and works perfectly from anywhere. You can watch your home tv anywhere

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Does not perform as advertised

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Why charge extra, or advertise (slingbox that is, not Bestbuy) that you have an HDMI compatible box when you clearly do not. Was advised to connect 3 component because "HDMI decoding" was not done by the box. If I wanted 3 component and R-L stereo only I would of bought the cheap version

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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    Picture quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great Product

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am feel like at home watching my TV. I love this product.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy setup

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I replaced an old sling box and the new setup procedures directly through TV are fantastic! So easy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice to use when you can't get to a TV

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    Overall great product. We use it for the grandkids to watch Disney programs. Also for those times when away and we want to see a particular program. Navigation for selecting channels can be difficult when using channel guide features or on demand features. I woul recommend to friends and family. I like apps available for phones and tablets.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This product works well. It is used to view local programs no matter where I am traveling for work.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great Product! Some Issues with add on application

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This product has been great the HDMI built in is a great upgrade from previous models. It runs great through a laptop. My only complaint is the ipad app and on the phones its seems to disconnect and cut out from time to time and I paid extra for those. Otherwise this is great and can watch my sports and other shows while I travel.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    TV Anywhere Anytime

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I use Slingbox since 2006 and I have always been happy about it. Recently I upgrade my slingbox to get the wireless feature and I am still very happy about it. I can watch TV anywhere in the world at anytime. I can access my cable box remote control to record shows on my DVR or change channel or watch a previously recorded show from my list as long as I have internet access.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works as described

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product and option not to rent another box from Comcast. Plus works great on phone and tablet.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for when you are traveling.

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    Have had Slingbox for years. This is my 3rd one and I just love it. I am able to watch TV overseas or on the road.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works as advertised

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works as advertised, so far no issues. very happy with Sling Box 500.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    perfect

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My son is teaching in Spain and loves New England sports. He watches the games on his computer in Spain. Great!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Internet speed

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Make sure you have a good internet connection

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    Make sure you have a fast internet connection on both ends.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great first streaming experience

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Got this and several ruku's to get rid of several small infinity boxes in guest or exercise room. The initial installation of the slingbox was a little challenging since my x1 box lacked rca jacks. Geek squad was not very skilled in this area BUT sling came to my rescue and directed me to an adapter and how to install it. Once installed and some experience the system works great and saves us about $20/month.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Not all that was expected

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The idea is great and now that I have it pretty well set up it is OK. I want to simply watch TV at my condo. The set up was a nightmare, but the Sling support is really good. The set up & unit does not work as easily as you are led to believe. And I am VERY tech savvy. My smart TV does not have an Sling app (most don't) and the built in browser does not support Sling. SOOOO in order to see the content on my SMART TV I have to hook up my laptop and project that to the TV AND connect the audio signal. Very cumbersome. My other option is to access my content through my iPad. BUT the app for that is ANOTHER $15. On top of the investment I have already made that seems unfair. Or I can buy a Roku for an even higher additional cost. Once set up, the savings in cable bills does offset the cost of the unit. Maybe when the TV can just access the SlingPlayer the unit will be worth the aggravation and the cost.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great system!!!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love it!!!! Husband can watch football games when out of the country!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product to stream TV

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I replaced a previous model with this Slingbox and it works great. Easy to setup and works as described.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great remote viewing

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I travel all over the world and able to view all my American television .. Great unit and simple to setup.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Buy

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The product is truly great! It was simple to install on my WOW cable DVR. Now I can watch my cable TV plus full access to the DVR recorded shows from any city or country as long as you have WI-Fi connection! We have already used it in another city while we were on vacation, and it works perfect!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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