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Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars with 229 reviews

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    Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars

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81%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers love the BOLT OTA 1TB DVR & Streaming Player's ease of use, reliable DVR and recording features, and excellent picture quality. Many appreciate the comprehensive channel guide and the ability to easily skip commercials. While some users mention limitations in app support and the necessity of a subscription, the positive feedback on core functionalities outweighs these concerns. The remote control also receives high praise for its intuitive design.

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  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Love the auto standby mode

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

    I had the Tivo shipped to my home. Setup was easy. The time to get the cable company & the Tivo account took longer than the unit setup. I love my Tivo. The microphone option is the greatest.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Dvr

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great for recording my shows I watch

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Does what I got it for. Records the shows I watch

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Streaming

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    TiVo for OTA recording

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    We are wireless now with streaming programming. We also have an OTA antenna for local channel backup. We wanted the TiVo to record from that.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Streaming

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Cut the cord

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

    Love it could be happier! Gets me all of my network shows and streaming apps in one!

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

    Great DVR for OTA recording!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have been using my Tivo with an antenna on my roof installed in 2009. It picks up most local channels perfectly. I have had some issues when it has rained heavily. The recording was in 2 parts. Good tool if you eliminate cable and dishes.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • 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.

    This took a little getting used to after being with Directv for many years ( I was happy with them but they wanted to raise my rate more than 100%) but it actually has a few advantages. So the overall experience is good and the economics are even better.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    awesome recorder

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love that I can record OTA antenna tv programs. Picture is crystal clear an I can watch my recordings from anywhere. Even away from home.

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

    Better then expected!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very good product, channels, come in well. Operation takes a minute to get adjusted to, remote is solid! Happy we cut the cord!

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

    Not For Me

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This seems like a pretty decent product, overall. It has lots of cool features, and is pretty well made. I had to return it because the four tuners that it has reduces signal strength from my antenna, and I end up not being able to receive many channels. I bought it to record local programming, as I just cut the cord. But being about 30 to 40 miles away from my local stations, spreading the signal from my roof mounted antenna ends up in a great loss of reception. Too bad, because I researched, and really like the product. It just doesn't work for my needs.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Dvr

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Just what I needed.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This product will help me to get all Bear's football games to view at a later date.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Dvr

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product for DVR people

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

    We are former cable people. We liked the dvr the most. This device is perfect for us. We recommend this unit.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Enjoy the DVR

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Decided to cut the cord, but didn't want to be without a DVR. This machine does a nice job and is easy to use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Dvr

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it.. Free tv and records OTA signals!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    purchase the annual subscription to Tivo service, and get a decent antenna.. no more paying for basic TV

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

    Weak tuner

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought the Bolt OTA before Christmas 2019, some difficulty setting up, but worked well for several months. Now it has trouble recording two local stations (with rooftop antenna). When antenna is plugged directly to Vizio TV, reception is fine. Disappointed!

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Tivo Bolt OTA

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

    the latest iteration of the Tivo platform incorporates antenna HD channels and a large array of internet streaming services into a smooth user interface. I've always been happy with my TiVo products and this time is no different.

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

    Excellent DVR

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to use and intuitive remote control. Reliable DVR in a small size fits easily on a shelf by my tv.

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

    Tivo Bolt OTA

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Tivo works good its done everything I want, fast actions. The only question I have had is that Tivo gets fairly warm, to hotter than a computer. I bought 4 year warranty so if any thing does go wrong no problem. I bought all in program from Tivo for $ 249 for lifetime service is the best way to go. I would buy one again if I needed one.I bought from Best Buy because I know they stand behind their products.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great DVR to use

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

    This DVR is easy to use and and program to get what you want to watch.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Really a great buy.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This Tivo i think is so easy to set up and use.It could not have gone better.Thank you

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love losing dish

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was easy to set up, just had to learn a new remote. Great price at Best Buy!

    I would recommend this to a friend