Too many versions of OpenBox - which one to get?

[pbul2004]

I have an openbox s10, I am looking to get another box for my parents.

However when looking now on Amazon and eBay there are so many to choose from and I don't know which one to get and what is best now as my S10 is few years old - but still does the job.

Can anyone advise me which one to get, I am used to the S1O and its setup, - would the S11 be best or this X5 i keep seeing?

Is the S11 same as the skyBox F3?...im confused!

Thanks,
Paul

[mahrkpat]

The S11 is also outdated no more firmware upgrades, the X5 is new but uses a different file format channel lists to that of the other openboxes/skyboxes therefore you will have to compile your own channel list, the F5, too many people coming on the forums with hardware problems your best option is the F3 it will be familiar for you to set up and uses the same channel lists as your S10. I must also advice like Digicon always says spend a few more pounds to get a better box then these cheap Chinese tat, even the recently manufactured F3 is having some hardware problems.

[pbul2004]

The S11 is also outdated no more firmware upgrades, the X5 is new but uses a different file format channel lists to that of the other openboxes/skyboxes therefore you will have to compile your own channel list, the F5, too many people coming on the forums with hardware problems your best option is the F3 it will be familiar for you to set up and uses the same channel lists as your S10. I must also advice like Digicon always says spend a few more pounds to get a better box then these cheap Chinese tat, even the recently manufactured F3 is having some hardware problems.

Thanks for the reply! I dont mind spending extra money for a better box, would the F3 be what you recommend? I was going to buy from Amazon or eBay - are these places ok to get the box from as I dont want to end up with rubbish or a refurb, just want to know a reliable source. Think ill avoid the x5 for now then. F3 the way to go?

Cheers

[mahrkpat]

Yes F3 is the better option don't buy one with gift though, I would go for amazon but don't pay any more then ?50.

[pbul2004]

yeah ordered the f3 before with no gift. I paid ?57 with postage for tomorrow. Thanks for your help mate.

[super jumbe]

Thanks for the reply! I dont mind spending extra money for a better box,
Cheers

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