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Tablo 4th Gen 2-Turner 128GB Over the Air DVR w/ No Antenna

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Tablo TV has Tablo 4th Gen 2-Turner 128GB Over the Air DVR w/ No Antenna on sale for $79.95 - $20 when you apply discount code ELLIS at checkout = $59.95, while supplies last. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member Infinity for posting this deal.

Note: Additional savings of $30 are available for Current and Former Military, First Responders and Law Enforcement (Sign Up here)

Specs:
  • Ports:
    • 1x Power
    • 1x Ethernet 10/100
    • 1x USB 2.0
    • 1x Coax
  • Concurrent Streams:
    • 2-Tuner/No Antenna: Watch and record up to two live channels simultaneously
    • Watch on up to six devices at once
    • Recording of some free streaming channels may be disabled due to licensing restrictions
  • Processing:
    • 1 GB RAM
    • 128 GB Flash
  • Recording Capacity:
    • 50+ hours of onboard HD storage
    • Support for USB hard drives from 1 - 8TB (~1000 hours of HD storage)
  • Includes:
    • 1x Tablo device
    • 1x Power supply
    • 1x 4′ Ethernet cable

Editor's Notes

Written by NgocOutSavings | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Our research indicates that this deal is $20 less (25.01% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $79.95 at the time of this post.
    • This price is in the range of our previous Frontpage Deals.
  • About this product:
    • Product will qualify for 30-day return w/ purchase (Customers must pay for return shipping)
    • View Tablo TV Return & Warranty Policy here.
  • Additional notes:
    • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

Original Post

Written by Infinity
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Tablo TV has Tablo 4th Gen 2-Turner 128GB Over the Air DVR w/ No Antenna on sale for $79.95 - $20 when you apply discount code ELLIS at checkout = $59.95, while supplies last. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member Infinity for posting this deal.

Note: Additional savings of $30 are available for Current and Former Military, First Responders and Law Enforcement (Sign Up here)

Specs:
  • Ports:
    • 1x Power
    • 1x Ethernet 10/100
    • 1x USB 2.0
    • 1x Coax
  • Concurrent Streams:
    • 2-Tuner/No Antenna: Watch and record up to two live channels simultaneously
    • Watch on up to six devices at once
    • Recording of some free streaming channels may be disabled due to licensing restrictions
  • Processing:
    • 1 GB RAM
    • 128 GB Flash
  • Recording Capacity:
    • 50+ hours of onboard HD storage
    • Support for USB hard drives from 1 - 8TB (~1000 hours of HD storage)
  • Includes:
    • 1x Tablo device
    • 1x Power supply
    • 1x 4′ Ethernet cable

Editor's Notes

Written by NgocOutSavings | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Our research indicates that this deal is $20 less (25.01% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $79.95 at the time of this post.
    • This price is in the range of our previous Frontpage Deals.
  • About this product:
    • Product will qualify for 30-day return w/ purchase (Customers must pay for return shipping)
    • View Tablo TV Return & Warranty Policy here.
  • Additional notes:
    • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Written by Infinity

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Sep 9, 2026 1:12 PM
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TheKingofDealsSep 9, 2026 1:12 PM
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HODL! This model will be outdated soon as its missing ATSC 3.0 (NextGen TV), which brings 4K Ultra-HD broadcasts.

I was looking to replace my FireTV Recast just works when it wants and has to constantly be rebooted but I am going to wait for newer model.
Unless you really need it now I would wait:
https://www.tablotv.com/press-cov...-atsc-3-0/
Sep 9, 2026 1:26 PM
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radarsSep 9, 2026 1:26 PM
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It cannot receive and watch free TV programs, can it?
Sep 9, 2026 1:35 PM
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darkeyezSep 9, 2026 1:35 PM
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I got this with the antenna. Wish I got it at this price instead of paying full. It gets the job done but with a lot of compromises. It's laggy with a clunky outdated UI. You can't watch remotely, not supported on Macs, pretty sure even on PC it's like strictly mobile and through TV OS's. Frequent failed recordings. Its storage is expandable but since you can't export the shows you'll lose in the reformat I would recommend you decide on expansion before you set it up. I understand it's not their fault captions are unavailable on my LG TV but I wish it didn't degrade the quality of the video too.

For some reason my TV's can't get certain local channels no matter what antenna I use but the Tablo can so that and procrastination is why I continue to enjoy it.
Sep 9, 2026 1:45 PM
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greymooseSep 9, 2026 1:45 PM
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Quote from bob151 View quoted comment :
I use an HDHomeRun working with a dedicated plex server running 32GB with an 11700K.

I upgraded the dedicated plex from a 16gb 3770k because after a plex version update about 4 years ago, I started getting endless lag and crashes when like pausing then skipping commercials while watching football games.

I'm tired of plex's issues. I even gave the thing a 3060 12gb card about 3 years ago, problem remains even though plex is using hardware encoding.

What version model number is this original Tablo I've noticed people talk well of, so I can search marketplace for it? Thanks
I'm pretty sure it's SPVR2-01-NA but it's not going to run plex AFAIK

https://www.newegg.com/black-tabl...6815510001
Sep 9, 2026 2:00 PM
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Bflo23Sep 9, 2026 2:00 PM
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People bring up ATSC 3? Do people really want ATSC 3.0 tuner in your DVR because 4k would eat up that 128GB storage so quickly? 4K uses 4x more storage over 1080p and like 8-15x more than 720p. We mostly get like 720p OTA now. 720p looks good to me. I don't have a huge monster size 4k TV. With storage being so expensive right now, the future ATSC 3 DVR with minimal decent storage would cost a ton and way more than $60. You would probably need a really powerful wifi connection to play in 4K too. I don't have that. I am a bit interested in the tablo but I am using a channel master stream+ that isn't supported anymore with the 2 week guide but still has nice interface and uses like 8 hours OTA guide that records. Great picture quality. It still works beautifuly as day 1 and i recorded billion hours on to it. The Tablo would give me multiple TV access and longer TV guide.

  • Update.... I read this. "4th Generation Tablo DVRs require a bare minimum external internet (WAN) download speed of 40 Mbps"..... This is for like 720p recording so I can't imagine what 4K recording would require. It will probably need like Optimum 500 internet wifi upgrade. I don't have super fast internet so 4K DVR is completely out of the question for me.
Last edited by Bflo23 September 10, 2026 at 10:59 AM.
Sep 9, 2026 2:07 PM
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mredmonSep 9, 2026 2:07 PM
101 Comments
I've had this model for a couple years. It works. Mostly. I do use an external powered antenna and have a 120mm fan pointed at the tablo box. Still, either it or the tv app (running on a hisense google tv) need rebooting/restarting at least every couple weeks (or the app crashes and restarts itself). It's pretty good about recording the stuff I want it to but playback when there's data loss (when it's super windy during the recording) sucks. Instead of skipping the missing frame (or however long the loss is), it stops playback with an error, leaving you to hit restart and very quickly jump back before it hits the same spot again and then jump forward over the missing data.

Almost makes me glad I'll be moving in the next couple of years to a location that has no OTA signals I'm interested in receiving.
Sep 9, 2026 2:25 PM
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Joined Feb 2008
millstSep 9, 2026 2:25 PM
316 Comments
Quote from AquaGalley8616 View quoted comment :
ok, what is the reason so many people say their tablo 4th gen stops working after 6 months or 1 year?

Someone mentioned putting some type of fan pointing at the tablo, is it a heat problem, or some other component in the device, that fails? If only 42 percent of people give this product 5 stars on Amazon , and 24 percent give it 1 star ... is it user error or product error?

Also, confused about 2 things. Does this come with 14 free tv guide , some people say NO, just 3 days free guide. Also can it record streaming stuff or not, some say YES and others seem to say it only records OTA content.

Can it record Youtube videos, Netflix, amazon prime, paramount , tubi. What exactly do some people mean when they say it can record streaming channels?

If no external antenna is attached to this device, what can it record ... what have you found by experimenting with device. If you have internet connection, what can you record without external antenna?

i own a tivo roamio and it only records OTA content, and I have homerun stuff, .. and amazon recast device, all I have recorded was just OTA content, does this Tablo record streaming stuff, yes or no.
I think the wide variance is related to environment. I believe the tuners have a fixed gain and need decent reception. People could be using bad/misoriented antennas or cabling. That all needs to be appropriate based on distance to the source.

It's a network device and can be hooked up via Wi-Fi. Many people have terrible home wireless networks. Playback is via another device/app. Wide variety there between Roku, Android, Apple, etc.

It produces a good amount of heat and keeping it in an enclosed area could be problematic. I have mine on some little pieces of wood to raise it up and help airflow. I don't know if it is necessary, but doesn't hurt and cost nothing.

I was hesitant to buy mine, but it's been working fine. It was cheap and I'm happy not to pay monthly for guide data. I agree with the previous post. It doesn't handle bad reception gracefully.

Their app bundles in a lot of "free" streaming channels. They are coming over the Internet, but blended in with your OTA channels. They have ads and Tablo makes money no doubt. Those are probably what people are referring to. I don't remember if you can record them or not. Maybe someone else can answer that.
Last edited by millst September 9, 2026 at 07:28 AM.

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Sep 9, 2026 3:58 PM
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PaulGSep 9, 2026 3:58 PM
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Quote from Bflo23 View quoted comment :
People bring up ATSC 3? Do people really want ATSC 3.0 tuner in your DVR because 4k would eat up that 128GB storage so quickly? 4K uses 4x more storage over 1080p and like 8-15x more than 720p. We mostly get like 720p OTA now. 720p looks good to me. I don't have a huge monster size 4k TV. With storage being so expensive right now, the future ATSC 3 DVR with minimal decent storage would cost a ton and way more than $60. You would probably need a really powerful wifi connection to play in 4K too. I don't have that. I am a bit interested in the tablo but I am using a channel master stream+ that isn't supported anymore with the 2 week guide but still has nice interface and uses like 8 hours OTA guide that records. Great picture quality. It still works beautifuly as day 1 and i recorded billion hours on to it. The Tablo would give me multiple TV access and longer TV guide.
The bigger issue, to me, is it seems like there are agendas that are pushing to get it forced into service soon. And the ability to stop support of 1.0. Why? It's seems sketchy if you ask me. Like they're really annoyed that there are people watching these public airwave channels without paying carrier fees to view them. And 3.0 allows them to make things way less convenient (all in the name of other things, of course).
Sep 9, 2026 4:19 PM
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bob151Sep 9, 2026 4:19 PM
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Quote from DallasGG View quoted comment :
I have my doubts whether ATSC 1.0 will go away anytime soon. I live in the Dallas/Fort Worth area and so far there are only a few ATSC 3.0 stations (FOX is the only major network with ATSC 3.0 here). The big network stations here don't seem all that interested in adding ATSC 3.0 yet. I don't have any inside information but based on that, I don't see ATSC 1.0 disappearing very soon.
Same here. 2.2M Metro area, we have zero ATSC 3. Plus our local ABC station (sinclair owned, thanks sinclair) only broadcasts in 720, so that is what we get to watch college football on our 4K TVs.

Those big conglomerates will not upgrade towers/broadcast hardware if they don't have to.
Sep 9, 2026 4:22 PM
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bob151Sep 9, 2026 4:22 PM
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Quote from greymoose View quoted comment :
I'm pretty sure it's SPVR2-01-NA but it's not going to run plex AFAIK

https://www.newegg.com/black-tabl...6815510001

Thanks. I'll look out for that model.
Sep 9, 2026 4:37 PM
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flipmasterSep 9, 2026 4:37 PM
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Quote from AquaGalley8616 View quoted comment :
ok, what is the reason so many people say their tablo 4th gen stops working after 6 months or 1 year?

Someone mentioned putting some type of fan pointing at the tablo, is it a heat problem, or some other component in the device, that fails? If only 42 percent of people give this product 5 stars on Amazon , and 24 percent give it 1 star ... is it user error or product error?

Also, confused about 2 things. Does this come with 14 free tv guide , some people say NO, just 3 days free guide. Also can it record streaming stuff or not, some say YES and others seem to say it only records OTA content.
...
What exactly do some people mean when they say it can record streaming channels?
...
If you have internet connection, what can you record without external antenna?
4-tuner unit will 99% die in about 12 months. Install it upside down to let heat radiate out and it will work. I would install the 2-tuner unit upside down just in case.

100% free and zero fees. 14 day guide.

Any channel, including streaming, found here can be recorded:
https://www.tablotv.com/tablo-cha...el-results

Works offline. Above streaming channels will still work if you don't have an antenna.

Note: Tablo sells on walmart which you can get with an extended warranty.
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Sep 9, 2026 4:47 PM
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thommanSep 9, 2026 4:47 PM
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Quote from pixelbender View quoted comment :
Forget the research I did, but got a refurb HD Homerun a year ago and been happy with it. I am not recording anything though, and I believe there is an annual fee for the channel lineup in order to record.

Basically zero setup just download the app on any device - it finds it on the network.

If you want to watch outside your network get a used Sling AirTV box. Can use it with a free sling account - but the interface is kinda crappy.
I've been using an HD Homerun Connect Dual for the past 8 years or so. It has been flawless. I mostly use it live from my android streamers, fire tv, samsung tv, apple tv 4k, tablets, etc. but I also have it set up with Plex (I have a lifetime membership which has native integration with HD Homerun including program guide and DVR) and an Intel NUC so I can record whatever I want and access it (live or DVR) while outside home.

Having said that, if you want a quick-n-easy DVR setup inside the home to stream from all devices, there is no beating Tablo.
Sep 9, 2026 4:52 PM
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thommanSep 9, 2026 4:52 PM
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Quote from fryth View quoted comment :
Nothing has worked well since Windows Media Center. I used that with HDHomerun for years. First with a cable card and then OTA. Everything else I've tried since then has been buggy or didn't work. I don't have the time to fiddle anymore.
If you have plex subscription, it is pretty seamless. You can access it outside home as well.
Sep 9, 2026 5:00 PM
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thommanSep 9, 2026 5:00 PM
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Quote from Bflo23 View quoted comment :
People bring up ATSC 3? Do people really want ATSC 3.0 tuner in your DVR because 4k would eat up that 128GB storage so quickly? 4K uses 4x more storage over 1080p and like 8-15x more than 720p. We mostly get like 720p OTA now. 720p looks good to me. I don't have a huge monster size 4k TV. With storage being so expensive right now, the future ATSC 3 DVR with minimal decent storage would cost a ton and way more than $60. You would probably need a really powerful wifi connection to play in 4K too. I don't have that. I am a bit interested in the tablo but I am using a channel master stream+ that isn't supported anymore with the 2 week guide but still has nice interface and uses like 8 hours OTA guide that records. Great picture quality. It still works beautifuly as day 1 and i recorded billion hours on to it. The Tablo would give me multiple TV access and longer TV guide.
I think the key part here is the "monster 4k tv", although admittedly definition of "monster" varies by person Smilie I've been using HDHomerun (which is ATSC1.0) for years (I still do) and though it had excellent picture quality, but I can see its limitations on my new 77" TV in the living room. I am not in a hurry to replace my HDHR though. Maybe complement with an occasional 4k streaming subscription for tournaments like world cup.

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Sep 9, 2026 5:00 PM
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SimMike777Sep 9, 2026 5:00 PM
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128GB won't hold much. You will want USB hard drive connected to add storage. Don't buy unless you know for sure you get OTA reception. Many people, me included get zero good channels because of a hill in the way.

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