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Vilros Raspberry Pi 3 Media Center Kit

Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
9.1
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
429
Old Reviews
151
Unverified
6
Spam Test
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8192 GB
MEMORY
Micro SD
SD CARD TYPE
2.5
NUMBER OF USB PORTS
Yes
USB

Review Analysis - 272 recent, verified reviews

Detailed Mode
Delivery
 39
everything, shipped, package, packaged, good condition
+100%
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" ...  Everything was professionally packed and in good condition.  ...  "
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" ...  I found everything on good condition.  ...  "
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" ...  I am very well pleased, packaged with everything you need  ...  "
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" ...  Fast shipping, good price.  ...  "
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" ...  I recived thanks  ...  "
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" ...  Was delivered fast and all parts included and functioning, very satisfied.  ...  "
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" ...  Arrived very timely too.  ...  "
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" ...  Package very well.  ...  "
Device Compatibility
 29
computer, pi, little computer, tv, great little
+97%
-3%
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" ...  I'm going to end up using my Raspberry PI for something else, probably a mini arcade.  ...  "
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" ...  Great little device.  ...  "
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" ...  A great startup kit for the Raspberry PI.  ...  "
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" ...  Easier to setup Kodi.tv on this pi than on pc.  ...  "
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" ...  What's not to love about Raspberry Pi.  ...  "
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" ...  These computers are so inexpensive I'm considering purchasing two additional Pis for my kids and challenge them create the best use for the computer merely to introduce them to programming.  ...  "
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" ...  i'm very happy with my Raspberry .  ...  "
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" ...  Everything you need to get started with Raspberry Pi  ...  "
Marketplace
 25
expected, everything, thank, works, work
+88%
-12%
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" ...  Thank you so much!  ...  "
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" ...  Works as expected.  ...  "
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" ...  thank you very much!  ...  "
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" ...  Great seller and great product. ... Everything as described.  ...  "
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" ...  I recived thanks  ...  "
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" ...  Would do business with this seller again.  ...  "
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" ...  Excellent seller and kit.  ...  "
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" ...  All products came in box like stated.  ...  "
Setup
 19
instructions, guide, follow, easy, start
+95%
-5%
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" ...  All parts and instructions you need to get started.  ...  "
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" ...  Works great all expiation met and instructions are very well done  ...  "
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" ...  The guide book does help me a lot and tell many details about how to install the system  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to setup.  ...  "
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" ...  Instructions were clear and easy to follow.  ...  "
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" ...  Ready to install programs and start using.  ...  "
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" ...  Not having to install noobs for rasbian was great.  ...  "
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" ...  I was able to assemble the computer into the case within minutes and had the Pi connected to my TV and setup as a media center with minimal instructions.  ...  "
Ease of Use
 19
easy to use, start, setup, install, guide
+100%
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" ...  Vilros has the added online users guide which is very useful.  ...  "
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" ...  Easiest kit you can find!  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to setup.  ...  "
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" ...  Instructions were clear and easy to follow.  ...  "
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" ...  Easier to setup Kodi.tv on this pi than on pc.  ...  "
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" ...  I love the clear case design, it is easy to connect to other parts like display or GPIO part if need.  ...  "
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" ...  Ready to install programs and start using.  ...  "
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" ...  Not having to install noobs for rasbian was great.  ...  "
Storage
 19
sd, noobs, os, loaded, preloaded
+63%
-37%
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" ...  I had a sd card problem and one email to the seller had a new one on my doorstep.  ...  "
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" ...  Although i do recommend that getting a 32gb sd card will provide more space.  ...  "
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" ...  The SD card coming with the Pi is actually 1G .  ...  "
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" ...  I saved the the tiny sd card for another pi project, as 8GB is bare minimum for these kind of applications.  ...  "
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" ...  Also, the preloaded SD card was a nice bonus.  ...  "
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" ...  Awesome kit, but I recommend getting a bigger SD card.  ...  "
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" ...  The SD card is preloaded with NOBS software making it very easy to install the OS on this.  ...  "
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" ...  Including the SD card with NOOBS preloaded is a great consideration.  ...  "
Freebies
 15
needed, starter, project, everything, vilros
+100%
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" ...  Awesome kit, would definitely buy again for my next project!  ...  "
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" ...  Great product, great kit.  ...  "
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" ...  This was the combination starter kit configuration that I wanted.  ...  "
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" ...  Kit as described.  ...  "
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" ...  This is an excellent kit .  ...  "
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" ...  Each piece comes packaged well with documentation for starters.  ...  "
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" ...  All pieces of the starter kit are working as needed.  ...  "
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" ...  Once I decide which of several projects to tackle first, I'll be ordering needed items (sensors, breadboard, etc.)  ...  "
Build Quality
 15
together, put together, board, put, well
+80%
-20%
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" ...  Nice kit and case. ... The case was a little confusing to put on but once done was nice and secure.  ...  "
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" ...  I really liked the whole bundle, it was pretty simple to unpack and put the pieces together.  ...  "
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" ...  The case snaps together perfectly with the board.  ...  "
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" ...  The case is a pretty nice case.  ...  "
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" ...  I was especially pleased with the excellent fit and finish of the case! ... It's well engineered, and all openings are spot on.  ...  "
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" ...  Well put together.  ...  "
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" ...  All of the included components made this the best deal out there.  ...  "
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" ...  Build quality is good enough .  ...  "
Ports
 13
raspberry pi, hdmi, usb hub, separately, powered
+100%
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" ...  Hdmi cable works fine  ...  "
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" ...  I like that the hdmi cable was included.  ...  "
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" ...  For the cost of purchasing the HDMI cable and Power Supply separately, this is a great value  ...  "
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" ...  I am using it for a media unit and it works great to plug my HDD into for my media.  ...  "
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" ...  AC adapter is pretty normal, same for the HDMI.  ...  "
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" ...  I would also recommend Vilros to sell this kit without the HDMI cable, honestly it Is not needed, I bet you all have a few extra cables and could make the kit cheaper.  ...  "
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" ...  Love raspberry pi's.  ...  "
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" ...  I've purchased several of these Raspberry Pi units for different projects around the house.  ...  "
Product Reliability
 12
worked, started, everything, equipment, board
+92%
-8%
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" ...  Product performed as expected.  ...  "
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" ...  still working through this .  ...  "
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" ...  All that equipment and a free book to get you started .  ...  "
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" ...  Update: Built it.  ...  "
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" ...  Can't believe we waited so long to get this.  ...  "
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" ...  Once I found that info, the board worked.  ...  "
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" ...  Everything worked well.  ...  "
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" ...  Had everything I needed to get started.  ...  "
Price
 11
good, money, kit, great product, reasonable
+100%
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" ...  Good kit for the money.  ...  "
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" ...  This kit included a few additional pieces relative to other similar kits and had a better price.  ...  "
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" ...  Overall it is a good value.  ...  "
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" ...  Thought the price was fine for what you get.  ...  "
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" ...  Worth every penny!  ...  "
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" ...  I'm beyond pleased with the price.  ...  "
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" ...  It has everything you need at a reasonable price  ...  "
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" ...  Vilros provides an excellent product at a good price  ...  "
For Kids
 10
two, one, kids, fun, computer
+90%
-10%
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" ...  Having fun with my new toy.  ...  "
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" ...  Great for younger children!  ...  "
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" ...  now I'm ready for school!  ...  "
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" ...  These computers are so inexpensive I'm considering purchasing two additional Pis for my kids and challenge them create the best use for the computer merely to introduce them to programming.  ...  "
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" ...  Showed it to my daughter .  ...  "
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" ...  This is my second one - for my son.  ...  "
Software Platform
 10
running, os, raspbian, raspberry pi, install
+100%
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" ...  I am using it as media center, installed Kodi on it, and it works great.  ...  "
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" ...  Ready to install programs and start using.  ...  "
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" ...  I have multiple OS's that I switch between and its been great so far.  ...  "
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" ...  The Raspberry Pi loaded up with no errors from a downloaded copy of NOOBS and installed the recommended OS.  ...  "
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" ...  Choose your OS, click 'install', and wait just a couple minutes. ... This current version of Kodi allows me to use the regular TV remote for control, which means I no longer need my phone app or another IR remote to control it.  ...  "
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" ...  I installed Retropie and Kodi and they work flawlessly.  ...  "
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" ...  Has everything you need to get your Raspberry Pi up and running.  ...  "
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" ...  I was able to find the required download by a search on the web.  ...  "

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Specifications

Connectivity
Number of USB ports:  2.5 
USB:  Yes 
HDMI:  Yes 
Memory
Memory:  8192 GB
SD Card Type:  Micro SD 
Display
Resolution:  Full HD 1080p 
8192 GB
MEMORY
Micro SD
SD CARD TYPE
2.5
NUMBER OF USB PORTS
Yes
USB