Best Freeview Recorder of 2025

Last updated on 06/11/2025

Advertising disclosure

Most Relevant

Most Relevant

Best Choice

HUMAX Aura Android TV 4K Freeview Play Recorder with Google Assistant and Chromecast - 2TB

HUMAX Aura Android TV 4K Freeview Play Recorder with Google Assistant and Chromecast - 2TB

HUMAX

Why we love it

Optimal 4K UHD viewing.
Smart Android TV features.
Convenient Google Assistant access.

Main Highlights

Ultra High Definition - up to 4x the picture quality with 4K UHD and HDR
Android TV - easy setup with your Google Account, access your favourite apps and games
Google Play Store - thousands of Apps and Games including Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ and BT Sport (paid subscription may be required)
Google Assistant - access Entertainment, change the volume, get answers, and more using your voice remote
Smart Home Control - use your voice to create the perfect viewing environment. Control Smart Home devices like lighting, adjust the temperature and more
Freeview Play - the Nation's most popular TV platform offers an impressive 40,000+ hours of TV and 700+ boxsets, across seven on demand players. All for free
Chromecast Built In - cast entertainment you love from your phone, tablet or laptop to your TV
Pause, record and rewind - triple tuners let you record up to 4 shows, whilst watching a 5th
USB Playback - plug 'n' play FAT32 formatted USB/HDD or connect to your home media server via compatible app
Aerial connection required for this product ,Warning: Satellite connections are not compatible.

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Exceptional

HUMAX

HUMAX Aura Android TV 4K Freeview Play Recorder with Google Assistant and Chromecast - 2TB

Why we love it

Optimal 4K UHD viewing.
Smart Android TV features.
Convenient Google Assistant access.

Main Highlights

Ultra High Definition - up to 4x the picture quality with 4K UHD and HDR
Android TV - easy setup with your Google Account, access your favourite apps and games
Google Play Store - thousands of Apps and Games including Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ and BT Sport (paid subscription may be required)
Google Assistant - access Entertainment, change the volume, get answers, and more using your voice remote
Smart Home Control - use your voice to create the perfect viewing environment. Control Smart Home devices like lighting, adjust the temperature and more
Freeview Play - the Nation's most popular TV platform offers an impressive 40,000+ hours of TV and 700+ boxsets, across seven on demand players. All for free
Chromecast Built In - cast entertainment you love from your phone, tablet or laptop to your TV
Pause, record and rewind - triple tuners let you record up to 4 shows, whilst watching a 5th
USB Playback - plug 'n' play FAT32 formatted USB/HDD or connect to your home media server via compatible app
Aerial connection required for this product ,Warning: Satellite connections are not compatible.

Value for Money

HUMAX Aura Android TV 4K Freeview Play Recorder with Google Assistant and Chromecast - 1TB

HUMAX Aura Android TV 4K Freeview Play Recorder with Google Assistant and Chromecast - 1TB

HUMAX

Why we love it

Unparalleled viewing with 4K UHD.
Easy setup with Android TV.
Control Smart Home verbally.

Main Highlights

Ultra High Definition - up to 4x the picture quality with 4K UHD and HDR
Android TV - easy setup with your Google Account, access your favourite apps and games
Google Play Store - thousands of Apps and Games including Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ and BT Sport (additional subscription may be required)
Google Assistant - access Entertainment, change the volume, get answers, and more using your voice remote
Smart Home Control - use your voice to create the perfect viewing environment. Control Smart Home devices like lighting, adjust the temperature and more

HUMAX Aura Android TV 4K Freeview Play Recorder with Google Assistant and Chromecast - 1TB

Why we love it

Unparalleled viewing with 4K UHD.
Easy setup with Android TV.
Control Smart Home verbally.

Main Highlights

Ultra High Definition - up to 4x the picture quality with 4K UHD and HDR
Android TV - easy setup with your Google Account, access your favourite apps and games
Google Play Store - thousands of Apps and Games including Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ and BT Sport (additional subscription may be required)
Google Assistant - access Entertainment, change the volume, get answers, and more using your voice remote
Smart Home Control - use your voice to create the perfect viewing environment. Control Smart Home devices like lighting, adjust the temperature and more

Manhattan T4-R 2TB Freeview Play 4K TV Recorder

Manhattan T4-R 2TB Freeview Play 4K TV Recorder

Manhattan

Free Shipping

Why we love it

Unlimited content with Freeview channels.
Convenient recording with 2TB storage.
Latest technology ensuring smooth performance.

Main Highlights

FREEVIEW MEETS ON DEMAND: Over 100 live Freeview channels, seamlessly integrated with 60,000+ hours of on-demand and catch-up TV from BBC iPlayer, ITVX, Channel 4 and more.
TV ON YOUR TERMS: Record, pause and rewind live TV, and save up to 1200 hours of the telly you love to the 2TB Hard Drive. You can record two channels while you watch a third, so you never miss a moment.
SEARCH AND DISCOVER: Seamlessly search across live and on-demand programmes, and explore featured picks of the latest hits and hidden gems.
YOUTUBE ON THE BIG SCREEN: Enjoy unlimited entertainment on the world’s biggest video platform
SIMPLE SETUP: Connect the T4-R to your aerial to watch and record Freeview, and to Wi-Fi for on-demand TV and more.
PEACE OF MIND: Backed by Manhattan’s 2-year warranty and in-house UK support.

Manhattan T4-R 2TB Freeview Play 4K TV Recorder

Free Shipping

Why we love it

Unlimited content with Freeview channels.
Convenient recording with 2TB storage.
Latest technology ensuring smooth performance.

Main Highlights

FREEVIEW MEETS ON DEMAND: Over 100 live Freeview channels, seamlessly integrated with 60,000+ hours of on-demand and catch-up TV from BBC iPlayer, ITVX, Channel 4 and more.
TV ON YOUR TERMS: Record, pause and rewind live TV, and save up to 1200 hours of the telly you love to the 2TB Hard Drive. You can record two channels while you watch a third, so you never miss a moment.
SEARCH AND DISCOVER: Seamlessly search across live and on-demand programmes, and explore featured picks of the latest hits and hidden gems.
YOUTUBE ON THE BIG SCREEN: Enjoy unlimited entertainment on the world’s biggest video platform
SIMPLE SETUP: Connect the T4-R to your aerial to watch and record Freeview, and to Wi-Fi for on-demand TV and more.
PEACE OF MIND: Backed by Manhattan’s 2-year warranty and in-house UK support.

Manhattan T4-R 500GB Freeview Play 4K TV Recorder

Manhattan T4-R 500GB Freeview Play 4K TV Recorder

Manhattan

Free Shipping

Why we love it

Live Freeview meets on-demand TV.
Convenient recording and rewinding function.
Effortlessly search and discover content.

Main Highlights

FREEVIEW MEETS ON DEMAND: Over 100 live Freeview channels, seamlessly integrated with 60,000+ hours of on-demand and catch-up TV from BBC iPlayer, ITVX, Channel 4 and more.
TV ON YOUR TERMS: Record, pause and rewind live TV, and save up to 300 hours of the telly you love to the 500GB Hard Drive. You can record two channels while you watch a third, so you never miss a moment.
SEARCH AND DISCOVER: Seamlessly search across live and on-demand programmes, and explore featured picks of the latest hits and hidden gems.
YOUTUBE ON THE BIG SCREEN: Enjoy unlimited entertainment on the world’s biggest video platform
SIMPLE SETUP: Connect the T4-R to your aerial to watch and record Freeview, and to Wi-Fi for on-demand TV and more.
PEACE OF MIND: Backed by Manhattan’s 2-year warranty and in-house UK support.

Manhattan T4-R 500GB Freeview Play 4K TV Recorder

Free Shipping

Why we love it

Live Freeview meets on-demand TV.
Convenient recording and rewinding function.
Effortlessly search and discover content.

Main Highlights

FREEVIEW MEETS ON DEMAND: Over 100 live Freeview channels, seamlessly integrated with 60,000+ hours of on-demand and catch-up TV from BBC iPlayer, ITVX, Channel 4 and more.
TV ON YOUR TERMS: Record, pause and rewind live TV, and save up to 300 hours of the telly you love to the 500GB Hard Drive. You can record two channels while you watch a third, so you never miss a moment.
SEARCH AND DISCOVER: Seamlessly search across live and on-demand programmes, and explore featured picks of the latest hits and hidden gems.
YOUTUBE ON THE BIG SCREEN: Enjoy unlimited entertainment on the world’s biggest video platform
SIMPLE SETUP: Connect the T4-R to your aerial to watch and record Freeview, and to Wi-Fi for on-demand TV and more.
PEACE OF MIND: Backed by Manhattan’s 2-year warranty and in-house UK support.

Manhattan T4-R 1TB Freeview Play 4K TV Recorder

Manhattan T4-R 1TB Freeview Play 4K TV Recorder

Manhattan

Free Shipping

Why we love it

All-in-one entertainment solution.
Pause, rewind, and record.
Fast, reliable performance.

Main Highlights

FREEVIEW MEETS ON DEMAND: Over 100 live Freeview channels, seamlessly integrated with 60,000+ hours of on-demand and catch-up TV from BBC iPlayer, ITVX, Channel 4 and more.
TV ON YOUR TERMS: Record, pause and rewind live TV, and save up to 600 hours of the telly you love to the 1TB Hard Drive. You can record two channels while you watch a third, so you never miss a moment.
YOUTUBE ON THE BIG SCREEN: Enjoy unlimited entertainment on the world’s biggest video platform
SEARCH AND DISCOVER: Seamlessly search across live and on-demand programmes, and explore featured picks of the latest hits and hidden gems.
SIMPLE SETUP: Connect the T4-R to your aerial to watch and record Freeview, and to Wi-Fi for on-demand TV and more.
PEACE OF MIND: Backed by Manhattan’s 2-year warranty and in-house UK support.

Manhattan T4-R 1TB Freeview Play 4K TV Recorder

Free Shipping

Why we love it

All-in-one entertainment solution.
Pause, rewind, and record.
Fast, reliable performance.

Main Highlights

FREEVIEW MEETS ON DEMAND: Over 100 live Freeview channels, seamlessly integrated with 60,000+ hours of on-demand and catch-up TV from BBC iPlayer, ITVX, Channel 4 and more.
TV ON YOUR TERMS: Record, pause and rewind live TV, and save up to 600 hours of the telly you love to the 1TB Hard Drive. You can record two channels while you watch a third, so you never miss a moment.
YOUTUBE ON THE BIG SCREEN: Enjoy unlimited entertainment on the world’s biggest video platform
SEARCH AND DISCOVER: Seamlessly search across live and on-demand programmes, and explore featured picks of the latest hits and hidden gems.
SIMPLE SETUP: Connect the T4-R to your aerial to watch and record Freeview, and to Wi-Fi for on-demand TV and more.
PEACE OF MIND: Backed by Manhattan’s 2-year warranty and in-house UK support.

BT Ultra HD 4K YouView Box (DTR-T4000) – 1TB Recorder, Twin Freeview HD Tuners, 7-Day Scroll-Back & Catch-Up TV, Pause/Rewind Live TV, HDMI. NON WIFI (1TB Hard Drive)

BT Ultra HD 4K YouView Box (DTR-T4000) – 1TB Recorder, Twin Freeview HD Tuners, 7-Day Scroll-Back & Catch-Up TV, Pause/Rewind Live TV, HDMI. NON WIFI (1TB Hard Drive)

Generic

Why we love it

Stunning 4K picture quality.
Record live TV easily.
Catch up on missed shows.

Main Highlights

Requires TV aerial and internet access to setup. WiFi NOT supported. Ultra HD Ready (4K Output): Enjoy stunning 4K picture quality on compatible TVs for supported apps/streams. Requires a 4K TV, HDMI connection and 4K content.
1TB Personal Video Recorder: Record up to ~250 hours of HD (or ~600 hours of SD). Pause, rewind and fast-forward live TV; set Series Links so you never miss an episode.
Twin Freeview HD Tuners: Watch one channel while recording another, or record two at the same time.* Requires a working rooftop/aerial connection for live Freeview.
YouView with 7-Day Catch-Up: Scroll back the guide to launch on-demand content from major UK broadcasters and popular apps—simple, fast navigation built for everyday use.**
Easy Setup & Connectivity: HDMI to your TV and broadband for on-demand. Wired Ethernet recommended for best performance. Compact set-top box with intuitive BT remote included.

BT Ultra HD 4K YouView Box (DTR-T4000) – 1TB Recorder, Twin Freeview HD Tuners, 7-Day Scroll-Back & Catch-Up TV, Pause/Rewind Live TV, HDMI. NON WIFI (1TB Hard Drive)

Why we love it

Stunning 4K picture quality.
Record live TV easily.
Catch up on missed shows.

Main Highlights

Requires TV aerial and internet access to setup. WiFi NOT supported. Ultra HD Ready (4K Output): Enjoy stunning 4K picture quality on compatible TVs for supported apps/streams. Requires a 4K TV, HDMI connection and 4K content.
1TB Personal Video Recorder: Record up to ~250 hours of HD (or ~600 hours of SD). Pause, rewind and fast-forward live TV; set Series Links so you never miss an episode.
Twin Freeview HD Tuners: Watch one channel while recording another, or record two at the same time.* Requires a working rooftop/aerial connection for live Freeview.
YouView with 7-Day Catch-Up: Scroll back the guide to launch on-demand content from major UK broadcasters and popular apps—simple, fast navigation built for everyday use.**
Easy Setup & Connectivity: HDMI to your TV and broadband for on-demand. Wired Ethernet recommended for best performance. Compact set-top box with intuitive BT remote included.

BT Youview+ Set Top Box with Twin HD Freeview and 7 Day Catch Up TV, No Subscription

BT Youview+ Set Top Box with Twin HD Freeview and 7 Day Catch Up TV, No Subscription

Free Shipping

Why we love it

Revisit last week's TV anytime.
Experience crisper, brighter HD viewing.
Convenient, substantial recording capacity.

Main Highlights

Scroll back the last 7 days of TV and watch straight from your TV guide
Pause and rewind live TV, HD TV for sharper brighter viewing
Suitable On Demand library of TV and films.Extra quiet operation
Record up to 300 hours of TV (500 GB)
NOTE: Requires internet access to setup. WiFi NOT supported, Network Cable is included for connection to a router.

BT Youview+ Set Top Box with Twin HD Freeview and 7 Day Catch Up TV, No Subscription

Free Shipping

Why we love it

Revisit last week's TV anytime.
Experience crisper, brighter HD viewing.
Convenient, substantial recording capacity.

Main Highlights

Scroll back the last 7 days of TV and watch straight from your TV guide
Pause and rewind live TV, HD TV for sharper brighter viewing
Suitable On Demand library of TV and films.Extra quiet operation
Record up to 300 hours of TV (500 GB)
NOTE: Requires internet access to setup. WiFi NOT supported, Network Cable is included for connection to a router.

Humax FVP-5000T 500 GB Freeview Play HD TV Recorder - Black (Renewed)

Humax FVP-5000T 500 GB Freeview Play HD TV Recorder - Black (Renewed)

HUMAX

54% OffFree Shipping

Why we love it

Tested and works like new.
Records 500 hours of TV.
Features built-in Wi-Fi.

Main Highlights

A Certified Refurbished product has been tested and certified to look and work like new. The product is backed by a minimum 1-year limited warranty, and may arrive in a generic brown or white box. The product ships with all relevant accessories.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS FOR USE WITH AERIAL ONLY Record up to 500 hours of SD TV, Record, pause and rewind live TV
Over 100 TV and Radio channels 15 in HD. Frequency Range - 470MHz to 862MHz (UHF)
Catch up TV from BBC iPlayer, ITV Hub, All 4, Demand 5 & UKTV Play
Built-in Wi-Fi for easy connection to your Home Network

Humax FVP-5000T 500 GB Freeview Play HD TV Recorder - Black (Renewed)

54% OffFree Shipping

Why we love it

Tested and works like new.
Records 500 hours of TV.
Features built-in Wi-Fi.

Main Highlights

A Certified Refurbished product has been tested and certified to look and work like new. The product is backed by a minimum 1-year limited warranty, and may arrive in a generic brown or white box. The product ships with all relevant accessories.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS FOR USE WITH AERIAL ONLY Record up to 500 hours of SD TV, Record, pause and rewind live TV
Over 100 TV and Radio channels 15 in HD. Frequency Range - 470MHz to 862MHz (UHF)
Catch up TV from BBC iPlayer, ITV Hub, All 4, Demand 5 & UKTV Play
Built-in Wi-Fi for easy connection to your Home Network

EE TV Box Pro 4K HDR Set Top Box Recorder 1TB Storage Subscription Free Youview Receiver

EE TV Box Pro 4K HDR Set Top Box Recorder 1TB Storage Subscription Free Youview Receiver

EE Ltd

Why we love it

Stunning 4K UHD picture quality.
Simultaneously record four channels.
Immersive Dolby Atmos sound.

Main Highlights

4K UHD RESOLUTION: Experience stunning picture quality with 4K Ultra HD resolution and HDR (High Dynamic Range) support for incredible detail and contrast
RECORDING CAPABILITY: Record up to 4 channels simultaneously while watching another channel, with 1TB storage capacity for extensive content collection
SUPERIOR SOUND: Immerse yourself in premium audio quality, Dolby-Atmos delivering cinema-like surround sound experience
FREEVIEW INTEGRATION: Access a wide range of catch-up TV services and streaming apps through the integrated FreeView platform
STORAGE CAPACITY: Massive 1TB hard drive allows you to store approximately 600 hours of standard definition content or 250 hours of HD programming

EE TV Box Pro 4K HDR Set Top Box Recorder 1TB Storage Subscription Free Youview Receiver

Why we love it

Stunning 4K UHD picture quality.
Simultaneously record four channels.
Immersive Dolby Atmos sound.

Main Highlights

4K UHD RESOLUTION: Experience stunning picture quality with 4K Ultra HD resolution and HDR (High Dynamic Range) support for incredible detail and contrast
RECORDING CAPABILITY: Record up to 4 channels simultaneously while watching another channel, with 1TB storage capacity for extensive content collection
SUPERIOR SOUND: Immerse yourself in premium audio quality, Dolby-Atmos delivering cinema-like surround sound experience
FREEVIEW INTEGRATION: Access a wide range of catch-up TV services and streaming apps through the integrated FreeView platform
STORAGE CAPACITY: Massive 1TB hard drive allows you to store approximately 600 hours of standard definition content or 250 hours of HD programming

BT Ultra HD 4K YouView Box (DTR-T4000) 500GB – Recorder, Twin Freeview HD Tuners, 7-Day Scroll-Back & Catch-Up TV, Pause/Rewind Live TV, HDMI. NON WIFI

BT Ultra HD 4K YouView Box (DTR-T4000) 500GB – Recorder, Twin Freeview HD Tuners, 7-Day Scroll-Back & Catch-Up TV, Pause/Rewind Live TV, HDMI. NON WIFI

Generic

Why we love it

Stunning 4K picture quality.
Record live TV effortlessly.
Easy access to on-demand content.

Main Highlights

Requires TV aerial and internet access to setup. WiFi NOT supported. Ultra HD Ready (4K Output): Enjoy stunning 4K picture quality on compatible TVs for supported apps/streams. Requires a 4K TV, HDMI connection and 4K content.
500GB Personal Video Recorder: Record up to ~125 hours of HD (or ~300 hours of SD). Pause, rewind and fast-forward live TV; set Series Links so you never miss an episode.
Twin Freeview HD Tuners: Watch one channel while recording another, or record two at the same time.* Requires a working rooftop/aerial connection for live Freeview.
YouView with 7-Day Catch-Up: Scroll back the guide to launch on-demand content from major UK broadcasters and popular apps—simple, fast navigation built for everyday use.**
Easy Setup & Connectivity: HDMI to your TV and broadband for on-demand. Wired Ethernet recommended for best performance. Compact set-top box with intuitive BT remote included.

BT Ultra HD 4K YouView Box (DTR-T4000) 500GB – Recorder, Twin Freeview HD Tuners, 7-Day Scroll-Back & Catch-Up TV, Pause/Rewind Live TV, HDMI. NON WIFI

Why we love it

Stunning 4K picture quality.
Record live TV effortlessly.
Easy access to on-demand content.

Main Highlights

Requires TV aerial and internet access to setup. WiFi NOT supported. Ultra HD Ready (4K Output): Enjoy stunning 4K picture quality on compatible TVs for supported apps/streams. Requires a 4K TV, HDMI connection and 4K content.
500GB Personal Video Recorder: Record up to ~125 hours of HD (or ~300 hours of SD). Pause, rewind and fast-forward live TV; set Series Links so you never miss an episode.
Twin Freeview HD Tuners: Watch one channel while recording another, or record two at the same time.* Requires a working rooftop/aerial connection for live Freeview.
YouView with 7-Day Catch-Up: Scroll back the guide to launch on-demand content from major UK broadcasters and popular apps—simple, fast navigation built for everyday use.**
Easy Setup & Connectivity: HDMI to your TV and broadband for on-demand. Wired Ethernet recommended for best performance. Compact set-top box with intuitive BT remote included.

We scanned 1418 products

We reviewed these offers relevant to the Freeview Recorder within online retailers such as Amazon, eBay and other local retailers, ensuring we covered all major brands and models. The products we selected come from trusted brands like HUMAX, Manhattan, Generic, BT, EE Ltd, all of which have a reputation for consistently delivering high-quality products that users love and innovative approaches for function & design.

For the best Freeview Recorder in the market, we considered we took a deep dive into 7091 online reviews , focusing on elements like user satisfaction, performance in real-world conditions, and long-term reliability. Our ranking also evaluates each review’s relevancy, authenticity, up-to-dateness and depth so that the comparison is more sound.

We concluded that:

The clear winner of our analysis is HUMAX Aura Android TV 4K Freeview Play Recorder with Google Assistant and Chromecast - 2TB. We love many things about this product by HUMAX. What sets it apart from the competition is Optimal 4K UHD viewing, Smart Android TV features, Convenient Google Assistant access.
The best value product for most shoppers and where user satisfaction is continuously the highest is HUMAX Aura Android TV 4K Freeview Play Recorder with Google Assistant and Chromecast - 1TB by HUMAX based on online reviews by bloggers, experts and online shoppers.
The biggest bargain at the moment for Freeview Recorder and the best cost-to-value ratio is Humax FVP-5000T 500 GB Freeview Play HD TV Recorder - Black (Renewed)at HUMAX with a 54% discount.
Our list of the best Freeview Recorder is updated regularly to reflect new releases and changes in product availability, so be sure to check back often for the latest rankings and discounts.