said by hammery :

Which of the two is better price wise and will give me the most storage wise.

said by KenAF :

Everything you could ever want to know about TiVo can be found in the AVS TivoHD FAQ.

It has common questions and answers, screenshots, and videos of the TiVo in action on FiOS.

said by zenoland :

Don't you lose Video on Demand if you use a Tivo?

said by birdfeedr :

Comparing subscription plus hardware cost for Tivo to monthly rental for FiOS with "included" data subscription is *very* subjective.

Some would say the flaws in VZ program data make the FiOS DVR a poor choice. Others would say free makes the flaws acceptable.

Currently, the FiOS DVR does not allow more than 160GB storage. Some Tivo models can be expanded.

Some say the upfront hardware expense of Tivo is a lot compared to the monthly rental of FiOS DVR, but others say over time the monthly rental pays for the unit multiple times.

Some say the rental is a good thing because if the hardware dies, VZ replaces it, and usually within a couple of days. Tivo hardware failure is more problematic.

Tivo requires added rental of Cablecard(s), not required with FiOS DVR.

Which of the two is better price-wise depends on what you want to put up with. If you're picky, go Tivo. If you're happy with your current FiOS DVR, stick with it.

Since you're asking the question in the first place, you probably have issues with the FiOS DVR. I have neither a DVR nor a Tivo, so my answer will only be based on what I've read.

If you want more space, Tivo is the answer. There's a rumor of larger capacity DVR from VZ, but don't count on it until it's deployed *and* they have a method to ensure you get one. Meanwhile, you're probably going to get what's currently in inventory.

Tivo requires a subscription, but it's just about hands-down the better choice for program data, according to posts I've read in this forum. Accuracy is probably part of your complaint about the FiOS DVR. What subscription plan to get? Check it out at tivo.com, but I'm pretty sure you've been there. Your choice will depend on how much cash you want to put out up front.

Tivo requires a good size chunk of cash for the hardware. 'Nuff said. They're not giving them away, but you can take it with you.

Finally, you'll need to get a Cablecard installed. Some have been charged for it when done outside their initial installation. Others have gotten it done for no additional charge. But, there is a monthly rental fee for an M-card or S-card, and which one you need depends on what model Tivo you get.

These are the main points for your "price-wise" question. There's only one answer currently for "storage-wise": Tivo. You'll need to do your research, because I have a feeling "Just get a Tivo" isn't exactly what you're looking for.

Good luck.

said by zenoland :

Don't you lose Video on Demand if you use a Tivo? In our household we use it a lot to watch broadcast shows and free movies. It's the only thing that has kept me from a Tivo.