Sony DRU-800A

The good: Good overall performance; supports dual-layer DVD-R; reliable; short-profile body; good online support.
The bad: Limited Nero software bundle; stingy phone support.
The bottom line: The Sony DRU-800A is an overall decent performer in a small package.

If you are looking for a new DVD writer, the DRU-800A is a good choice and worth the money.

Highs:
Affordable; fast; reliable; comes with two different faceplates; good software package

Lows:
DVD-R DL media is hard to find and expensive

Highs

• Affordable; fast; reliable; comes with two different faceplates; good software package

Lows

• DVD-R DL media is hard to find and expensive