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Panasonic DP-UB150EB £129

March 2020 ★★★★★

A highly competent machine at an impressively low price, this 4K Blu-ray player represents a big step up from streaming your UHD content. Compatibility 4K Blu-ray, Blu-ray, DVD, CD HDMI out 1

Sony UBP-X700 £199

Best 4K Blu-ray player under £250, Awards 2021 ★★★★★

This 4K player delivers a stunningly natural picture for an affordable price. It’ll be tough to knock this Sony off its perch. Compatibility 4K Blu-ray, Blu-ray, DVD, SACD, CD HDMI out 2

Panasonic DP-UB820EB £299

Best 4K Blu-ray player over £250, Awards 2021 ★★★★★

Delivers on multiple fronts, supporting all major HDR formats, delivering a hugely immersive and impactful picture, and all backed up by strong audio. Compatibility 4K Blu-ray, Blu-ray, DVD, CD HDMI out 2

Sony UBP-X1100ES £749

November 2019 ★★★★★

Picture quality is excellent and it backs this up with an entertaining and musical sound that is up there with the best at the money. Compatibility 4K Blu-ray, Blu-ray, DVD, SACD, CD HDMI out 2

Panasonic DP-UB9000 £849

Best Blu-ray player £500+, Awards 2018 ★★★★★

A razor-sharp picture with fine detail and an excellent colour balance all help to deliver a picture that has a rare realism. Compatibility 4K Blu-ray, Blu-ray, DVD, CD HDMI out 2

Pioneer UDP-LX500 £999

Best 4K Blu-ray player over £500, Awards 2019 ★★★★★

Pioneer’s premium 4K player delivers a double whammy of superb picture and awesome sound quality. If your system warrants it, buy with confidence Compatibility 4K Blu-ray, Blu-ray, DVD, CD HDMI out 2

Denon AVC-X3700H £1149

Best home cinema amplifier under £1500, Awards 2021 ★★★★★

The best unit we’ve heard with a three-figure price tag. A surprisingly big improvement on its already excellent predecessor; sets a new standard. Power 9 x 180W Dolby Atmos Yes HDMI in/out 8/3

Denon AVC-X6700H £2299

Best home cinema amplifier £1500-£3000, Awards 2021 ★★★★★

Want to future-proof your set-up for the 8K content due to arrive within the five or ten year lifespan of your next amp? This Denon is a winner. Power 11 x 140W Dolby Atmos Yes HDMI in/out 7/3

JBL Synthesis SDR-35 £6000

Best home cinema amplifier over £3000, Awards 2021 ★★★★★

The JBL Synthesis SDR-35 is an extraordinarily good home cinema receiver. In terms of sound quality, it’s in a whole different league.

Power 7 x 100W Dolby Atmos Yes HDMI in/out 7/3