A satellite TV recorder designed to capture live and on-demand 4K entertainment with built-in recording and playback, the Freesat Recordable 4K TV Box helps viewers save and revisit programmes easily. Ideal for households that dislike missing the start of shows and want a straightforward setup. Will it cover the needs of free-to-air fans who want reliable local recording?
⚡ At a Glance
- • Image Quality: 4K-capable playback alongside more than 20 HD channels, with users noting excellent 4K picture quality
- • Best for: Families and viewers who want simple local recording and wide free-to-air channel access
- • Not ideal for: Viewers who require cloud-based recording or expect subscription cloud DVR services
A satellite recorder with 500GB local storage and 4K-capable on-demand playback. Records up to four programmes simultaneously when connected to a wideband LNB.
Never miss overlapping shows - thanks to four-programme simultaneous recording
Connection to a wideband LNB satellite dish allows the tuner to allocate streams so up to four programmes can be recorded at once. The recording engine manages concurrent captures to separate files for playback.
Record family members' favourite programmes airing at the same time without conflict, ideal for busy households with varied viewing tastes.
Large local storage - with a 500GB internal hard drive
Onboard 500GB capacity stores recorded content directly on the unit, with the manufacturer estimating roughly 250 hours of SD entertainment. Local storage removes dependence on network bandwidth for playback.
Keep series and box sets ready to watch without needing external drives, giving easy access to hundreds of hours of recorded material.
Access 4K on-demand titles - with built-in support for major streaming apps
On Demand players listed include BBC iPlayer, ITVX, Netflix, Britbox and Amazon Prime Video, with 4K playback available where titles support it. The platform combines free-to-air channels and streaming apps in one interface.
Switch between live satellite channels and on-demand 4K content without changing devices, useful for mixed viewing habits.
✨ The 4 Key Reasons for Freesat Recordable 4K TV Box
- Four simultaneous recordings - Capture up to four channels at the same time
- 500GB internal storage - Keep approximately 250 hours of SD recordings on-board
- Works with existing UK satellite dishes - Install without replacing a working dish or feed
- 100+ free channels, including 20+ HD - Access a wide range of live TV without subscription fees
📋 Technical Details at a Glance
- Category: Satellite TV recorder
- Storage: 500GB internal hard drive
- Recording capability: Record up to four programmes simultaneously (requires wideband LNB)
- Approx. recording time: Approximately 250 hours of SD entertainment
- Channels: 100+ channels, over 20 in HD
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can it record multiple programmes at once?
A: Yes, the unit can record up to four programmes simultaneously when connected to a wideband LNB satellite dish.
Q: Will it work with my existing satellite dish?
A: Yes, it works with an existing UK satellite dish provided the dish is in working order; just plug the cables into the back of the box to set up.
Q: Does it include streaming apps and support 4K playback?
A: On Demand players include BBC iPlayer, ITVX, Netflix, Britbox and Amazon Prime Video, with 4K playback available where selected titles support it.
🏆 Our Verdict
Ideal for households that want reliable local recording and broad free-to-air channel access without ongoing fees. The combination of four-programme recording, 500GB local storage and integrated on-demand 4K playback makes it a practical all-in-one recorder for UK viewers. Long-term value comes from the ability to store and access many hours of content locally and switch between live and streaming services with minimal fuss.
