The LG DP132 DVD player made it onto our list of the best DVD players out there right now. It's not the most future-proof device but it's a great way to play region free DVDs on a budget or convert CD audio to MP3.
The affordable DVD player is multi-region but also offers a small footprint so it'll fit into a small cabinet space easily.
The addition of a USB 2.0 port makes this great for playing photos on the big screen or converting audio. But there is also support for rewritable discs making it a great option to play anything you have burned to disc, from movies to pictures. There isn't HDMI support or upscaling though, so this will only be for older TVs.
So is this the DVD player for you? Read on to find out everything you need to know about the LG DP132 DVD player, and how it stacks up against the Panasonic DVD-S700, our top pick.
LG DP132 DVD player: Design and build
The LG DP132 is small with a compact size of just 9.8-inches long and 1.5-inches in height making it ideal if you want to save space. The slick black finish looks great but keeps it subtle enough to slip into a space relatively unnoticed. It's also easily moved around with a meager 2 lbs weight.
There is a USB 2.0 port which is located on the front for easy access. Also there are touch controls for play and pause, eject and power on and off. The included remote has more options so you'll likely find yourself using that more and avoiding fingerprint marks on that nice sleek shiny finish that this player has on its front.
Connection ports on the rear are minimal with a two channel audio out and single composite video out. The power cable is hardwired into the rear of the player so keep that in mind if you were planning to feed the plug through a small hole.
LG DP132 DVD player: Features
The LG DP132 is totally region free meaning it'll play PAL, NTSC and anything else you can find, without the need to do anything. Just load in the disc and it'll work regardless of its region settings and your location.
Support for a lot of disc formats can be found here with both DVD and CD, bought or rewritable. These include CD, CD-DA, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD, DVD+R, DVD+RW. This will also decode a selection of video formats including AVC, DivX, DivX HD, H.264, MPEG-2, MPEG-4. Plus you get JPEG support for images.
MP3 recording is another quite unique feature. This allows you to load in a CD of audio and the player will extract the music to MP3 format onto a USB drive you insert in the front. This is a great way to digitize your music library.
The one year parts and labor warranty is a nice addition at this super low price. There is also lots of support from the company should you have any issues, which is reassuring.
LG DP132 DVD player: Performance
The LG DP132 does the job it's made for really well. Place any disc in and this will quickly and quietly have it spun up and playing for you. It's that simplicity which is of great appeal here – making it ideal as a player for a TV in a kid's room, for example. It doesn't work quite as fast as the Impecca DVHP-9117 player, but it's still fast.
The CD to MP3 conversion is not to be underestimated here. It's such a quick and easy way to convert audio CDs into digital MP3 format to be played anywhere. Get a large USB drive and you could have all your CDs backed up in one place easily.
Video quality is basic, since this doesn't have HDMI or upscaling. But if you want to watch a DVD as it was made to be viewed then this will do that job perfectly.
The size is great as this will work well for those that want a player that's smaller than a conventional box, allowing it to fit into smaller spaces.
Last scene memory, to continue from where you left off after powering down, is a great feature at this price point. We also liked the screen saver to protect the TV and a parental lock option.
Should I buy the LG DP132 DVD player?
The LG DP132 DVD player is a simple, easy to use yet reliable and super affordable device. The region free playback, front USB 2.0 support and easy audio CD to MP3 ripping are all really great features that work well.
If you want HDMI or upscaling then you'll need to try something else, like the Panasonic DVD-S700. Otherwise this is a super way to enjoy your DVD collection, and more, at an affordable price backed by a decent warranty. Of course, you may want one of the best Blu-ray players instead, if you have Blu-rays to play too.
