LG GSA-E40L

Pros: Easy to connect, fast and reliable burning, Lightscribe adds whole new dimension to DVD creation.

Cons: No Apple OS 10.X support whatsoever, included CD/DVD creation software annoying and semi-functional.

The Bottom Line: If you'd like to add labels to your disc media this is the easiest and most professional looking way to do it. LG has a winner here!

Review: LG 18X External Super Multi CD/DVD Lightscribe Rewriter
MSRP: $100.00
Compatible with: CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW DVD-R DL

--- So, what is this Lightscribe stuff? ---

Lightscribe is...

Pros: Handsome sturdy device. Easy to install and works as advertised.

Cons: Included software not great. CD tray a bit flimsy.

The Bottom Line: Does the job without any bother. I only wish units could be daisy-chained together, but that will not be a priority for most users. Excellent product thus far.

Review: This is my first Lightscribe equipped burner, and to be honest I wasn't sure if it was the technology for me. I had read reviews of poor contrast, many folks saying stick with inkjet printers, but I wanted to reduce the cost of consumables so I...

Pros: DVD burn quality, overall quality, low price.

Cons: Slow DVD rip speed.

Review: Drive is of good quality and only average speed. Only thing outstanding is DVD burn quality at slower (8-12x) speeds.

Biggest problem w/ this drive is DVD rip speed. It is very slow, averaging 30 min/DVD. Compared w/ my 12 other DVD burners...