which online dvd rental is better for the Richmond, Va area: Netflix or Blockbuster?
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A Side-by-Side Comparison and Conclusion\n \nWhen comparing Netflix with Blockbuster Online, there are so many similarities that it may seem like a toss-up.  The giants of the online DVD rental explosion are feeding off each other's ideas, spawning lawsuits and smearing campaigns that rival the cola wars of the mid-1980's.\n \nBoth programs allow us to pay a monthly fee, for which we receive DVD movies sent through the mail.  When we return them in the postage paid envelopes, we receive more DVD's.  It's an ongoing cycle that fits almost perfectly with the current American need to get the most out of the least -- more movies for less money, less effort, and less time.\n \nSide by side, they are almost identical, but here is how they stack:\n \nSpeed of Delivery\nNetflix used to have the clear edge here, but expansion to include more distribution stores has brought Blockbuster up to par.  Still, for those who rent less, Netflix "ramps" the movies to these higher priority customers, pushing the heavier renters further down the list.  To this, they have admitted.  Blockbuster has not admitted to this practice, but their denials are not firm.  Still, Netflix will have a higher overall percentage of 1 day turns on movies than Blockbuster.\nEdge: Netflix\n \nCost\nThere is not a current difference in cost, though this seems to change every few months.  When one lowers, the other matches.  When one raises, the other follows.  It is similar to airlines manipulating the markets towards their own unintended dooms.  In the short run, Blockbuster offers a free month while Netflix offers 2-weeks.  Blockbuster also has a customer service crew that offers discounts and "mishap compensation" more easily.\nEdge: Blockbuster Online\n \nSelection\nNetflix is approaching 60,000, while Blockbuster is closing in on 55,000.\nEdge: Netflix\n \nWebsite\nFrom talking to many users, it seems that while the concepts of listing movies on a queue and searching for movies in several different ways is the same for both, Netflix has the superior overall layout and useability.  Its website seems smarter, though sometimes a bit slower during peak periods.\nEdge: Netflix\n \nFringe Benefits\nNetflix has none.  What you see is what you get.  The fact that Blockbuster offers a free in-store rental every week is extremely helpful in getting the newest releases.  With both programs, you sometimes have to wait weeks to get the hottest titles, even if it is at the top of your queue.  Being able to walk in and grab that week's best title is something that Netflix cannot touch.\nEdge: Blockbuster Online\n \nIntangibles\nNetflix has more experience with online DVD renting, both in regards to time and sheer mass of customers.  Blockbuster, as mentioned before, has superior and more responsive customer service.  Having a human being available at the local store to help during problems is a big benefit.  If there was a large enough gap in any of the above mentioned criteria, I would say that they supercede the intangibles.  In this case, there is no substantial difference.  The more human aspect of Blockbuster makes it the choice.\nEdge: Blockbuster Online\n \nWhen all is said and done, Blockbuster online seems to be the choice.  I would suggest doing like me – try both.  Just email me and I'll send you a promo code for a free month of either or both.\nfedexkinkos1@yahoo.com
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I pay $19.25 a month. Three a week. Usually, I can see 12 to 15 movies a month. I found that way cheaper than going to Blockbuster.
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HMV, Virgin basically any where that has a world cinema section
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I'm sad when it comes to movies. I buy off Amazon.com for dirty cheep. Or I'll get em at Blockbuster, rip em on my computer, then take em back. Actually, last month, my gf had to pay my cell phone bill because i bought Spike Lee's whole DVD collection on eBay.
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GameFly.com rents both PSP movies and games.  (They're in seperate categories if you don't see them right away.)\n\nI've been a customer for about a year, and I think their selection and customer service are both stellar.  Ship times seem a little longer than Netflix, and pricing is higher (for good reason).\n\nI love the packaging (in addition to the Netflix style paper envelopes there's a hard cardboard shield) and I've never received a defective game.  The pre-owned purchase program is also a nice touch.
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Netflix $9.99\nSuperDuperClub.com $13.99\nBuy.com $21.10
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A Side-by-Side Comparison and Conclusion\n \nWhen comparing Netflix with Blockbuster Online, there are so many similarities that it may seem like a toss-up.  The giants of the online DVD rental explosion are feeding off each other's ideas, spawning lawsuits and smearing campaigns that rival the cola wars of the mid-1980's.\n \nBoth programs allow us to pay a monthly fee, for which we receive DVD movies sent through the mail.  When we return them in the postage paid envelopes, we receive more DVD's.  It's an ongoing cycle that fits almost perfectly with the current American need to get the most out of the least -- more movies for less money, less effort, and less time.\n \nSide by side, they are almost identical, but here is how they stack:\n \nSpeed of Delivery\nNetflix used to have the clear edge here, but expansion to include more distribution stores has brought Blockbuster up to par.  Still, for those who rent less, Netflix "ramps" the movies to these higher priority customers, pushing the heavier renters further down the list.  To this, they have admitted.  Blockbuster has not admitted to this practice, but their denials are not firm.  Still, Netflix will have a higher overall percentage of 1 day turns on movies than Blockbuster.\nEdge: Netflix\n \nCost\nThere is not a current difference in cost, though this seems to change every few months.  When one lowers, the other matches.  When one raises, the other follows.  It is similar to airlines manipulating the markets towards their own unintended dooms.  In the short run, Blockbuster offers a free month while Netflix offers 2-weeks.  Blockbuster also has a customer service crew that offers discounts and "mishap compensation" more easily.\nEdge: Blockbuster Online\n \nSelection\nNetflix is approaching 60,000, while Blockbuster is closing in on 55,000.\nEdge: Netflix\n \nWebsite\nFrom talking to many users, it seems that while the concepts of listing movies on a queue and searching for movies in several different ways is the same for both, Netflix has the superior overall layout and useability.  Its website seems smarter, though sometimes a bit slower during peak periods.\nEdge: Netflix\n \nFringe Benefits\nNetflix has none.  What you see is what you get.  The fact that Blockbuster offers a free in-store rental every week is extremely helpful in getting the newest releases.  With both programs, you sometimes have to wait weeks to get the hottest titles, even if it is at the top of your queue.  Being able to walk in and grab that week's best title is something that Netflix cannot touch.\nEdge: Blockbuster Online\n \nIntangibles\nNetflix has more experience with online DVD renting, both in regards to time and sheer mass of customers.  Blockbuster, as mentioned before, has superior and more responsive customer service.  Having a human being available at the local store to help during problems is a big benefit.  If there was a large enough gap in any of the above mentioned criteria, I would say that they supercede the intangibles.  In this case, there is no substantial difference.  The more human aspect of Blockbuster makes it the choice.\nEdge: Blockbuster Online\n \nWhen all is said and done, Blockbuster online seems to be the choice.  I would suggest doing like me – try both.  Just email me and I'll send you a promo code for a free month of either or both.\n\nfedexkinkos1@yahoo.com
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I have it and like it.  It's a good deal.  The movies just come to your house, so it's more convenient than the video store.  The selection is huge and it's fun to search for something new.  Shipping is free and they provide the envelope.  All in all...very good.
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CD WOW! is UK based and offers free shipping all over the world. Check it out. Or try Netflix.
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I did netflix for a few years...LIked it but they since raised their prices.  Now they are the same as blockbusters so I joined that one because you also get a free coupon for instore rental once a month.  Try it.
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Netflix because it came out first so blockbuster just was trying to copy them.and because blockbuster has a store to look back on if online rates are down and netflix has no store and they keep riding on.
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Have you tryed Netflix
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Hmmm...let's see...first they dump their customers credit card information on the street (when one of their stores closed) and then previously in 2003 an employee stole over 60 customers credit card information to run up over $117,000 in illegal purchases.....you be the judge!\n\nBtw, NetFlix is generally much cheaper.\n(not an endorsement)
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Let's see... I can rent a DVD for four dollars, or I can go to a theater and buy a ticket, popcorn, and a drink for $14, and get to listen to babies screaming because their parents aren't smart enough to take them into the lobby, people talking to each other about some other crappy movie, and some kid is kicking the back of my seat. Which would you choose?\n\nI get DVDs because it's cheaper and I get to watch them in my own home. A drive-in theater would still cost too much and I hate sitting in cars for more than ten minutes, let alone two hours.
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well theres several, ive found that limewire is best for music and stuff. but i personally like using torrents. go to http://azureus.sourceforge.net/download.php and download the client. then go to www.torrentspy.com or a site that offers torrents and download the torrents to use with azureus. you can get movies, music, programs anything there,
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Probably just about anywhere with a halfway decent selection.  RUN, don't walk, to the video store.  It's an incredible movie.
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Check bizrate.com for this movie.\n\nVincent Price is a favorite of mine.   Now I'm going to have to get this movie !