Which enigma2 receiver will be good for learning with on a budget ?

octagon/ maxdigital xp100 is a good capable e2 linux receiver. not that expensive for what it is either.

not a gigablue

dm500s has only 32mb of memory , what you can do with it will be limited and it crushes a lot when you use it in full memory

Just like a pc. 32mb ram, 250mhz processor, enigma 1 machine. A bit slow by todays standards. Better off going for an enigma 2 machine. Never owned a gigablue but from what i've read, those who have one are happy with em. Good spec on them also but i'd splash out the extra $30 for the twin tuner one.

Haven't dealt with them.
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Usually cheap prices = clones
Never owned one but from what i've read, some clones have problems with images written for the original receivers, and are of a lesser build quality. Overheating , noisy etc. Others seam to be ok.

In all honesty once you start and get involved budget goes out the window , try buy a solo 2 because the truth is your going to have to find a budget twice ,as the next thing you will want is speed so if you are a bit of a gadget king and like your computers and electronics ,itll be cheaper to start higher ,youll be n the whirlpool soon enough
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Have to agree with stevejo. Solo2 rocks. Its lightening fast and a pleasure to use. I took the plunge and never looked backed.
I've messed around with a couple of receivers but none compare to it for support, speed and functionality . If you can afford to splash out, you won't be disappointed. The duo2, looks good but in all honestly I think its overpriced and the lcd screen is more a cosmetic attraction than a functional one. My tuppance worth anyway.