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Sling Media - Slingbox 500 - Black

Model:
SB500-100
SKU:
6578276
Your price for this item is $59.99
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The comparable value price is $299.99

Customer reviews

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.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Setup was fairly complicated.

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    Would buy again. Installation was complicated. Worked fine after install and setup. Able to use remotely is great.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • great for travel

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    I just love my sling box!. no matter where i go I can watch my tv. I even watched my tv when i was in Italy

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • traveler

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    I travel for a living and want to stay up to date on direct tv programs, my sling box allow me to do this.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great money saver!!

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    It was not the easiest to install, but once it was installed it works great with a good internet connection.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Really happy with

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

    And a previous Slingbox which is extremely poor quality this is definitely an upgrade and you not me ancillary products make it work it's an all-in-one product works well

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Easy set up

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

    The Slngbox 500 worked very well during my three week trip to Spain. I watched live television, recorded programming, and scheduled a future recording.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Good system for remote TV viewing

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    Not much out there on the market that can compete with this system. No issues on connectivity and set-up.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great for the TV watcher on the go

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    This is an amazing product. I had the original SlingBox, but it wasn't the HD so I chose to upgrade. I think I had that one for 7 or 8 years so the longevity is there.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • One of a kind

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

    This is the second device I have purchased, lightning took the first out. It's awesome and one of a kind. If it breaks again I will buy another

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • connection?

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

    On the go app and quality greatly depend on your mobile service or wifi connection.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Slingbox Rocks

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    Buy it if you need TV on the road and hate extra charges to view content you bought at your home. (for the laptop anyway--fees for tablet use or on Smartphone).

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Excellent

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

    I installed the Sling with no difficulty and it has been working reliably since.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • great for away tv watching

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    This product is awesome. You can watch your home tv any where.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Really nice if you are out

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

    My Slingbox 500 is great to enable me to watch local TV Channels when I am away

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • I Can Watch Football!

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    Great product. Setup could be simplified. Its a bit irksum that you MUST use an HDMI cable for system setup even though you don't need it for anything else

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • works great

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

    We use it when we are out of town. The kids can watch their favorite shows. We also can use our dvr with it.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • great access away from home

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

    I bought this so I could see my DirecTV programs when I was out of town in my RV. I have the app on my phone and my tablet, and can access from my laptop too.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Works great, I couldn't be happier with it!

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

    I wanted a way to view the shows I watch when at home while I'm traveling in Asia. The SlingBox is the perfect solution. It was a great Christmas present!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Love that I'm able to watch MY channels from anywh

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    Great! And actually works from anywhere!! Such convenience to be able to watch my favorite shows anywhere I am.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • work great on my iPad

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

    We have the first generation Sling Box and needed to upgrade for use on iPad and mac. We are very happen with it. It is a better version than the original.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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