anyone tried netflix ? liked or disliked ?

Answer 1

I started using it about 6 months ago and I have no complaints... I was really tired of paying those bastards at Blockbuster an extra late fee every time I was 3 minutes late returning their movies. The thing about Netflix is, if you don't use it you feel like you are losing money... like I forgot to send back my movie after I went on vacation, and two weeks later my GF asked me "When are we getting our next movie?" and I was like "Damn, I forgot all about it, so even though there was no late fee, I went nearly a month without trading out movies so it was like paying $10 for nothing. So far I have only gotten one movie that had a problem (wouldn't play) and they swapped it out for me in less than two days. Overall I am very satisfied.

Answer 2

A Side-by-Side Comparison and Conclusion

When comparing Netflix with Blockbuster Online, there are so many similarities that it may seem like a toss-up. The giants of the online DVD rental explosion are feeding off each other's ideas, spawning lawsuits and smearing campaigns that rival the cola wars of the mid-1980's.

Both programs allow us to pay a monthly fee, for which we receive DVD movies sent through the mail. When we return them in the postage paid envelopes, we receive more DVD's. It's an ongoing cycle that fits almost perfectly with the current American need to get the most out of the least -- more movies for less money, less effort, and less time.

Side by side, they are almost identical, but here is how they stack:

Speed of Delivery
Netflix used to have the clear edge here, but expansion to include more distribution stores has brought Blockbuster up to par. Still, for those who rent less, Netflix "ramps" the movies to these higher priority customers, pushing the heavier renters further down the list. To this, they have admitted. Blockbuster has not admitted to this practice, but their denials are not firm. Still, Netflix will have a higher overall percentage of 1 day turns on movies than Blockbuster.
Edge: Netflix

Cost
There is not a current difference in cost, though this seems to change every few months. When one lowers, the other matches. When one raises, the other follows. It is similar to airlines manipulating the markets towards their own unintended dooms. In the short run, Blockbuster offers a free month while Netflix offers 2-weeks. Blockbuster also has a customer service crew that offers discounts and "mishap compensation" more easily.
Edge: Blockbuster Online

Selection
Netflix is approaching 60,000, while Blockbuster is closing in on 55,000.
Edge: Netflix

Website
From talking to many users, it seems that while the concepts of listing movies on a queue and searching for movies in several different ways is the same for both, Netflix has the superior overall layout and useability. Its website seems smarter, though sometimes a bit slower during peak periods.
Edge: Netflix

Fringe Benefits
Netflix has none. What you see is what you get. The fact that Blockbuster offers a free in-store rental every week is extremely helpful in getting the newest releases. With both programs, you sometimes have to wait weeks to get the hottest titles, even if it is at the top of your queue. Being able to walk in and grab that week's best title is something that Netflix cannot touch.
Edge: Blockbuster Online

Intangibles
Netflix has more experience with online DVD renting, both in regards to time and sheer mass of customers. Blockbuster, as mentioned before, has superior and more responsive customer service. Having a human being available at the local store to help during problems is a big benefit. If there was a large enough gap in any of the above mentioned criteria, I would say that they supercede the intangibles. In this case, there is no substantial difference. The more human aspect of Blockbuster makes it the choice.
Edge: Blockbuster Online

When all is said and done, Blockbuster online seems to be the choice. I would suggest doing like me – try both. I don’t know what Netflix offer is, but BO has a free month at www.blockbuster.com/trial -- promo code: 40037

Answer 3

Nope, but I DO use Blockbuster's online service. We get an unlimited amount of movies, being able to have 3 at a time, which comes with prepaid return envelopes AND a FREE movie rental in the store per week. It's about $18/month.
(You can also keep them as long as you want.)

Answer 4

Very convenient if you like to watch a lot of movies. No problems at all.

Answer 5

We've been using it for over 3 years and love it. We've never had a problem.

Answer 6

Just signed up about six week ago. We love it.

Answer 7

Yeah my friend has it and he loves it. Dosn't go to movies anymore.

Answer 8

love it!!!