Top-rated products in the TV tuner cards category
Here's a ranking of the top rated products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've also added some key information about the products.
1. Hauppauge WinTV QuadHD
Manually or automatically record digital TV broadcasts using a timer without loss of quality to your hard drive and watch the recordings later on your PC. With the electronic program guide, you always have an overview of the TV schedule for the next seven days and can plan recordings of shows with a simple mouse click.
WinTV quadHD features four simultaneously usable DVB-C tuners. These can be used at the same time for live television, recording, or pausing channels. All integrated DVB-C tuners can be accessed through the single available antenna connection. Major cable providers in Germany, such as Kabel Deutschland or Unitymedia, offer many unencrypted DVB-C TV channels. SD channels are broadcast in MPEG-2 format, while HD channels are broadcast in H.264 format.
2. Hauppauge TV tuner WinTV-dualHD USB stick DVB-C/T2/T with FB
You can watch one channel while recording another at the same time. Create a schedule for recording your favorite TV shows, with the ability to record two programs simultaneously. The dual tuner integrated in the WinTV-dualHD stick supports the reception of DVB-C, DVB-T2, and DVB-T television on your PC or laptop. Enjoy watching TV on your computer screen while simultaneously recording another TV show via the second tuner. Record digital TV broadcasts manually or automatically via timer without any loss of quality to your hard drive, and watch the recordings later on your PC or laptop. Thanks to the TimeShift function, you won't miss a second of your TV enjoyment. Pause the ongoing program and resume it later at your convenience. With the electronic program guide, you always have an overview of the TV schedule for the next seven days and can plan recordings with a simple mouse click. In Germany, with a TV cable connection, you can receive at least the public broadcasting channels (ARD, ZDF, regional channels) and many radio stations digitally, even if you haven't subscribed to a specific digital TV package with your cable TV provider. Meanwhile, major cable providers also offer private channels for free reception. Take advantage of the wide range of channels and excellent quality of digital cable television with WinTV. With WinTV-dualHD, you can receive DVB-T television, which has been broadcast in Germany since 2004, as well as DVB-T2 television. DVB-T2 is the second generation of digital terrestrial television and delivers TV in Full HD quality. With WinTV, you only receive unencrypted, freely accessible channels.
TV tuner cards
EUR74,70
Hauppauge TV tuner WinTV-dualHD USB stick DVB-C/T2/T with FB
USB, DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-C
3. Vu+ DVB-C FBC Tuner Version 2
With the brand new DVB-C FBC Tuner Version 2 you can now run your VU+ Ultimo and Duo4K in Tunerslot B, you can run two FBC-C tuners (Slot A + B). The FBC Tuner offers the function of 8 single DVB-C single tuners without an additional loopthrough cable. The signal applied to the RF-IN is passed on internally to the 8 built-in demodulators, so you can upgrade your VU+ receiver to a DVB-C octo tuner receiver.
Supported VU+ set-top boxes:
VU+ Uno 4K
VU+ Uno 4K SE
VU+ Duo 4K
VU+ Last minute 4K
4. Hauppauge WinTV soloHD
Record digital TV broadcasts manually or automatically via timer without loss of quality to your hard drive and watch the recordings later on your PC or laptop. Thanks to the TimeShift function, you won't miss a second of your TV enjoyment. Pause the current program and resume it later at your convenience. With the electronic program guide, you always have an overview of the TV schedule for the next seven days and can plan recordings of shows with a simple mouse click. In Germany, with a cable TV connection, you can at least receive public broadcasting channels and many radio stations digitally, even if you haven't subscribed to a specific digital TV package with your cable provider. Currently, major cable providers also offer private channels for free in digital format. With WinTV, take advantage of the wide range of channels and the excellent quality of digital cable television. With WinTV, you can receive DVB-T television, which has been broadcast in Germany since 2004, via antenna and be prepared for the future DVB-T2 broadcasts. DVB-T2 is the second generation of digital terrestrial television. Watch DVB-C, DVB-T2, and DVB-T in perfect quality on your PC or laptop. USB 2.0 allows for flexible use on a PC or laptop. Enjoy television in full screen or in a freely resizable window. The integrated H.264 codec enables HD television. Manual and pre-programmed recordings of TV shows, as well as a timer function for scheduling daily, weekly, or one-time TV recordings, are also available.
5. Aplic USB audio video grabber, video audio converter, video adapter for post-production, VHS, for Windows
Revitalize your old audio or video collections with convenient digitization – it couldn't be easier!
The practical and versatile video grabber from Aplic allows you to record analog video and audio signals from an external playback device such as a VCR or an analog camcorder. With the audio and video grabber, you can connect DVD players, VCRs, camcorders, digital cameras, video cameras, stereo systems, or other AV devices with composite (RCA) or S-Video connections to your PC or notebook.
The included software helps you transfer your recorded films to your hard drive or DVD. With the software, you have access to editing and creation tools for home videos. The Honestech VHS to DVD 2.0 SE Capture Software provides you with a powerful and straightforward way to digitize your film collection, allowing you to flexibly save and edit your media content!
Features you can utilize with the Honestech VHS to DVD 2.0 SE Capture Software:
- Simultaneous recording of video and audio
- Cutting and editing of recorded videos/clips (multiple clips can also be combined, and transitions can be added)
- Saving files on the computer
- Burning files to DVD
- Creating a DVD menu is possible (it opens before the actual movie starts)
Additionally, you can adjust video and audio files using brightness, contrast, hue, and saturation parameters. The gold-plated connectors ensure excellent picture quality and a noise-free transmission path for your audio and video signals.
Tip: Please read the included operating manual carefully for proper setup.
TV tuner cards
EUR14,95
Aplic USB audio video grabber, video audio converter, video adapter for post-production, VHS, for Windows
USB 2.0, analog TV signal
6. Hauppauge Colossus 2
Colossus 2 is an HDMI video grabber with an H.264 hardware encoder for the best HD recordings. For example, you can capture gameplay from video games or stream video from a camera with an HDMI output. Content from HDMI sources with HDCP copy protection cannot be recorded or displayed.
HD video recorder for PC – Record videos from HDMI sources in the best quality!
Capture gameplay from consoles like Xbox, PlayStation, Wii U, or from a PC.
HDMI input and output (pass-through).
Hauppauge WinTV v7 allows control of a set-top box via IR blaster and scheduled recordings.
7. Terratec T5
The Terratec T5 is a compact TV stick with two receivers for optimal DVB-T reception even in remote areas and while on the move, catering to quality-conscious users. It is powered via USB and features a dual tuner with diversity function.
8. Hauppauge USB-Live-2
Digitize still images from any analog source or capture your video clips from a camcorder or VCR. The easiest way to transfer analog videos to your notebook or PC: Simply plug the USBLive2 into an available USB port and connect it to your camcorder or VCR, and you're ready to go. There's no need to open the PC case. You can now view your videos in any size window directly on your PC monitor. The USB-Live2 digitizes videos using high-quality 4:2:2 video sampling. Work as usual on your PC while the videos are being captured. Watch, record, and archive analog videos on your notebook or PC: The USB-Live2 features S-Video, Composite Video (FBAS), and audio RCA inputs and connects easily to an available USB port on your computer via Plug&Play. The included software provides everything needed to transfer your videos to the computer: The USB-Live2 video digitizer captures 25 frames per second (PAL) through the USB port and transforms your analog videos into digital video clips in MPEG2 format using the Hauppauge WinTV Capture application. The Ulead DVD Movie Factory software allows you to edit and create DVDs, Video CDs, and S-VCDs. The possibilities are endless: Share your videos online or enhance your presentations with them. With the WinTV SnapShot application, video frames can be quickly and easily saved. The 24-bit still images can be saved in the most common formats (TIFF, JPEG, BMP).
9. Hauppauge WinTV Nova-S2
With the WinTV-Nova-S2 Stick, you can receive digital satellite television and radio (DVB-S / DVB-S2) on your laptop or PC. Enjoy hundreds of free-to-air channels in full screen or in a Windows window. The DVB-S2-compatible tuner also allows you to receive HDTV channels, such as "Das Erste HD," "ZDF HD," "arte HD," and other HD channels on Astra 19.2°E. Watch live TV, use the recording function, or the TimeShift feature for time-shifted viewing.
Turn your PC into a video recorder for digital satellite television. Record TV and radio programs manually with a mouse click or use the timer function for scheduled recordings. In the integrated electronic program guide, you can easily select a program for recording with a click. The computer can be in standby mode or sleep mode before the recording and will wake up automatically.
Connect the WinTV-NOVA-S2 Stick to a USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 port on your PC or laptop, plug in the included power supply, and connect the coaxial cable from your satellite antenna directly to the WinTV-Nova-S2 Stick. Download and install the WinTV 8.5 software on your PC or laptop. Perform a channel scan. In just a few minutes, you can enjoy the variety of digital satellite programs on your screen! The Hauppauge IR remote control allows you to manage TV functions such as channel switching, volume control, and starting recordings—all conveniently from your sofa.
10. CSL USB audio video grabber, video audio converter, VHS, video adapter for post-production, for Windows
Digitize your films and music now! With the CSL USB 2.0 High Speed Audio and Video Grabber, you can easily convert and edit your data, such as videos and photos from the past, into digital form. This handy grabber allows you to record analog video and audio signals from an external playback device like a VCR or an analog camcorder. You can also connect DVD players, stereo systems, or other AV devices with Composite (RCA) or S-Video outputs to your PC or notebook. Simply connect the grabber to a free USB port on your computer and link your playback device to the grabber. The included software helps you transfer your recorded films to your hard drive or DVD. The software provides editing and creation tools.
Operating System Compatibility: MS Windows 7 (32/64 Bit), Windows 8 (32/64 Bit), Windows 8.1 (32/64 Bit), Windows 10 (32/64 Bit), Windows 11 (32/64 Bit) | Cable Length: 15 cm | Dimensions: 9 x 2.8 x 1.7 cm | Weight: 97 g (including packaging) / 46 g (device only) | Color: black | Package Contents: CSL - USB 2.0 High Speed Audio/Video Grabber + Installation CD + User Manual.
TV tuner cards
EUR19,95
CSL USB audio video grabber, video audio converter, VHS, video adapter for post-production, for Windows
USB 2.0, analog TV signal