Panasonic DP-UB820

Multi-HDR format support Superb image performance for the price Integrated streaming apps

Unexciting CD playback Average build quality

When it comes to value for money, the Panasonic DP-UB820 4K player is a difficult proposition to beat. If you already own, or have plans to invest in, a Dolby Vision or HDR10+ compatible TV, the UB820 warrants the price premium over the cheaper DP-UB420.

Outstanding pictures and audio ; Built to last ; Plenty of connectivity

Software can be inconsistent ; Plain menus ; Front panel can cause issues

The Panasonic DP-UB820 offers fantastic picture and audio performance with plenty of features and connectivity for an excellent price. It's built to last and even though it is a few years old, it's still one of the standard bearers for what a 4K...

Vibrant, immersive HDR picture ; Punchy, believable colour balance ; Powerful and weighty sound

Could be dynamically subtler ; No SACD or DVD-A support

This 4K Blu-ray player promises plenty on paper and backs that up with a hugely entertaining picture and sound performance

Superb image quality ; Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support ; Comprehensive connectivity

Limited streaming app portal ; No Playback Info Screen

The DP-UB820 is a talented 4K Blu-ray player that avoids a punishing price, thanks mainly to its mainstream build quality. If you can live with the slightly plasticky finish, its AV performance is glorious for the price, and includes seamless support...

Superb disc playback ; Dolby Vision/HDR10+ support ; HDR optimisation ; Decent build quality ; Great price

No SACD or DVD-Audio playback ; Netflix app always outputs in HDR/DV ; Issues with Atmos from Netflix and Amazon

The is an excellent 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player that is nicely designed and well put-together. It has a fairly minimalist appearance, with a drop-down flap across the front, a simple display, a USB port and two buttons. However, there's a good selection...

4K, HDR10+ and Dolby Vision ; Fantastic HCX processed image ; Useful streaming apps

CD playback average ; Build quality just fine

The Panasonic DP-UB820EB Blu-ray player offers 4K and HDR playback with HDR10+ and Dolby Vision support for the very best results.

Class-leading picture quality with troublesome content;Good overall performance;Strong local network media performance

Streaming/Internet platform quite primitive

Today’s Ultra HD Blu-ray player market is drastically smaller than the one for the spinning-disc machines of old. In my early days reviewing DVD players, I could literally enter an electronics store, walk out with over a dozen players, and that would...