best free PVR programs?

[dcpsoguy]

I have WinfastPVR.. it works fine with my Winfast TV tuner except the file sizes are extremely large and I'd like to get them smaller. I'd also like a free program with more features on it. Any recommendations?

 

[PrinceofWands]

I use the default apps with my Hauppauge tuner, coupled with TitanTV. Works well enough for what I need.

 

[Quasmo]

not free but MCE 2005 has yet to be bested by anyprogram for me.

 

[Mloot]

I've used GB-PVR in the past.

 

[Iron Woode]

I bet this question would get the best answers if it was posted in the correct forum.

 

[sygyzy]

Originally posted by: Quasmo
not free but MCE 2005 has yet to be bested by anyprogram for me.

I thought if you used MCE, you had to still use a 3rd party PVR program.

 

[Atheus]

Originally posted by: sygyzy

Originally posted by: Quasmo
not free but MCE 2005 has yet to be bested by anyprogram for me.

I thought if you used MCE, you had to still use a 3rd party PVR program.

Nope - MCE is just XP with the Microsoft PVR program.

 

[archcommus]

If by PVR you mean an application that allows for scheduling and a program guide, I don't think there are many viable free choices besides GB-PVR.

 

[sjwaste]

GB-PVR is pretty good with the Hauppauge cards. I bought BeyondTV and it's worth the money, though. It's generally more stable, although GB-PVR really only gave me issues with my HD card.

 

[Synomenon]

BeyondTV is the best! 😀

Even if it's not free.

 

[skypilot]

MythTV ftw

 

[jmcoreymv]

Originally posted by: skypilot
MythTV ftw

 

[archcommus]

Myth: I doubt he's on Linux.

Beyond: Don't even get me started. Sage wins.