Sony BDP-S5500

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Dec, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 777 reviews of Sony BDP-S5500. The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 3.8/5 for other DVD Players for all reviews. People are impressed by the design and reliability. The size and price also get good feedback.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other DVD Players the Sony BDP-S5500 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 98/100 = Excellent quality.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for Sony BDP-S5500

alaTest has collected and analyzed 13 user reviews of Sony BDP-S5500 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other DVD Players on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers really like the usability. The price also gets good views.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Dec, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Sony BDP-S5500

alaTest has collected and analyzed 275 user reviews of Sony BDP-S5500 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.6/5 for other DVD Players on Amazon.com. People are impressed by the design and size. The price and usability are also appreciated, whereas there are some less positive opinions about the reliability.

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83% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Dec, 2024

Expert review by : Ty Pendlebury (cnet.com)

Sony BDP-S5500 review: Blu-ray player delivers high-quality disc spinning and PS3 game streaming

If you're looking for a streaming box that not only plays Blu-ray movies but also streams PlayStation games, the Sony BDP-S5500 is an absolute bargain.

The Sony BDP-S5500 Blu-ray player offers excellent picture quality in a compact package. Streaming media is the prime focus, and users can assemble shortcuts the way they like for the first time on a Sony player. The ability to play PlayStation Now...

Compared with a Roku, the Sony is slow to load streaming apps. There are no display or playback controls on the unit itself. The Settings menu is sluggish.

If you're looking for a streaming box that not only does Blu-ray movies but also plays games, then the Sony BDP-S5500 is an absolute bargain.

Jun, 2015

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Expert review by : Jonathan Knoder (toptenreviews.com)

Sony BDP-S5500 Review

For mainstream users who want to consume more 3D content, the Sony BDP-S5500 offers strong value. While it doesn't have the full suite of playback options found on premium Blu-ray players, the compact unit can fit into a home theater setup with ease....

The BDP-S5500 offers 2D to 3D conversion.

The Blu-ray player has a middling boot time.

Despite its basic exterior, the Sony BDP-S5500 benefits from premium features like 3D conversion. It has the flexibility and specifications shared by top 3D Blu-ray players.

Oct, 2015

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Expert review by : S21 (s21.com)

Sony BDP-S5500 review

The Sony BDP-S5500 Blu-Ray player combines the best of the S3500 and S4500 models, providing 3D Blu-Ray playback and excellent connectivity, with Wi-Fi and Smart TV functions. It's a very versatile player and highly recommended.

The Sony BDP-S5500 is the most versatile of Sony's Blu-Ray players for 2015, offering everything except for UHD (4K) upscaling, which is available on the more expensive BDP-S6500 model.

Jun, 2015

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Expert review by : Danny Phillips (trustedreviews.com)

Sony BDP-S5500

The BDP-S5500 is Sony's latest mid-range Blu-ray player. It's part of a five-strong line-up that also includes the top-end BDP-S6500 (£149) and three cheaper models, the BDP-S4500 (£89), BDP-S3500 (£89) and entry-level BDP-S1500 (£75).

Generous online content ; New menu system ; Fast operation

No 4K upscaling or multiroom ; No optical output ; Lightweight build

Jul, 2015

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Expert review by : What Hi-Fi? (whathifi.com)

Sony BDP-S5500 review

In the market for a budget Blu-ray player? Sony's BDP-S5500 warrants attention with its excellent performance

Crisp, detailed picture ; Punchy sound ; Fast load times ; Good interface

Very little at this price

Well featured and a great performance at a superb price, the S5500 is a top budget buy

May, 2015

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Expert review by : Ty Pendlebury (cnet.com.au)

Sony BDP-S5500 review: Blu-ray player delivers high-quality disc spinning and PS3 game streaming

If you're looking for a streaming box that not only plays Blu-ray movies but also streams PlayStation games, the Sony BDP-S5500 is an absolute bargain.

Compared with a Roku, the Sony is slow to load streaming apps. There are no display or playback controls on the unit itself. The Settings menu is sluggish.

If you're looking for a streaming box that not only does Blu-ray movies but also plays games, then the Sony BDP-S5500 is an absolute bargain.

Jun, 2015

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Expert review by : Ty Pendlebury (cnet.co.uk)

Sony BDP-S5500 review: Blu-ray player delivers high-quality disc spinning and PS3 game streaming

If you're looking for a streaming box that not only plays Blu-ray movies but also streams PlayStation games, the Sony BDP-S5500 is an absolute bargain.

Compared with a Roku, the Sony is slow to load streaming apps. There are no display or playback controls on the unit itself. The Settings menu is sluggish.

If you're looking for a streaming box that not only does Blu-ray movies but also plays games, then the Sony BDP-S5500 is an absolute bargain.

Jun, 2015

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Sony BDP-S5500 Blu-ray Player Review

A 3D capable budget Blu-ray player with smart apps and built-in WiFi. So what's the catch?

Excellent Blu-ray & DVD playback ; Good selection of apps including Amazon and Netflix ; Built-in WiFi ; Good quality sound

Build Quality is average at best

The Sony BDP-S5500 Blu-ray player is built to a price point and you can see that in the size of the unit with no display on the front and a lack of on-player controls. It is also built of plastic and is light weight so lacks a feeling of solidity....

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Consumer review (cnet.com)

Door stop

After only a few hours of viewing, the machine went into child lock mode. I wasted a whole afternoon on forums trying to unlock the machines so I could get my somewhat rare and expensive blue ray out of the machine. After a factory reset, I gave up on...

satisfying to smash with a hammer

child lock captured my disk, never got that disk back despite factory reset

May, 2016

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