Krovatar 18.5" Blu-ray Player with Integrated Monitor

A Great Machine for my needs

I was looking for a device that could play my dvd/blu-rays while on my boat for this summer. Since there wasn't many options to fit my needs I decided to give Krovatar a chance. (there is a similar device that TikTok keeps showing me but it doesn't have a blu-ray player and the reliability/reviews don't seem very good) On paper it seems like a good fit and with a couple of weeks of use I have an opinion. Does it fit my needs perfectly?...No. But it comes close. I like the size and ease of use. The blu-ray player it self seems to be top notch and I haven't had any problems with the two dozen discs I've thrown in it. I had some questions about the dimming/brightness so I contacted customer support and they were quick to respond and got me on the right track/plus what I needed. The screen is decent in dim/dark atmosphere. In bright daytime viewing it's less so even with the brightness to full. The remote and buttons on the side back are pretty standard and work as they should. The speakers are the biggest disappointment and do not give the movies clarity especially during speech. If they were on the front side instead of the back maybe they would be better. I tried to hook up my Bose Bluetooth speaker but it only works if I have my iPad connected via the usb-c. My iPad then sends the sound to the Bose speaker via Bluetooth. I have ordered an Anker speaker with 3.5mm connector so I'm hoping that will take care of the sound problem. While my iPad is connected via usb-c watching movies via streaming was simple and worked great. I've also used my Roku in the HDMI port and hooked it up to my wifi and it also worked well but then the sound becomes an issue because I'm relying on the speakers on the device. The software is pretty basic and does what it's supposed to. I wish there was a case to transport it instead of the box that it came in but the box is quite sturdy and has foam to keep everything secure. Since I'm on a boat providing protection while underway is vital. And for those who care the device was pulling about 15W off my battery bank on AC. Should see if there is a DC adapter but 15 is very reasonable.

Overall: B+

Screen: B (less in daylight)

Speakers: C (hoping 3.5mm connected speakers resolves that)

Ease of use: A

Weight: B

Blu-ray player: A

Customer Support: A+

Overall, its a very good start but would like to see improvements in the speakers, outdoor/light situations for viewing, a carrying case, onboard battery so I'm not regulated to a electrical plug, wifi connectivity on the device to allow apps for streaming but tablet connectivity works fine. I'm very satisfied with the device and the customer support is excellent.

Best portable personal Blu-ray player

After using several personal transportable Blu-ray players, this is the best I come across. The 18.5” FHD screen displays the most immersive I came across for a personal video device, the two downward inclined speakers deliver pretty good audio. At 18.5”, it is not exactly portable, I would call it transportable. One can place it any place you want. I have added a Bluetooth adapter to the 3.5mm, and I can use any of the top grade Bluetooth headsets and personal sound systems like a pair of Bose Soundlink Max or the Sony Bravia Theater U in stereo, and have a wonderful time watching Blu-ray Discs, listening to Blu-ray or DVD audio in Dolby Atmos. By the way, I also learnt that the vendor is the leading portable Blu-ray player OEM behind major brands, and glad that they are launching their own line of products.

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Tonya

March 1, 2026

Not True To Size.....Bummer!

Not really 18.5" in size, almost 17. Very disappointed in that. Other than that, it seems like a great device so far. Just got it today, so I will let you know later, down the line. I also bought a firestick to plug into it...works great. Multifunctional capabilities is a plus. Couldn't find the brand name to pair with the firestick to control the volume...that's a little sad. Maybe I will change it later to a roku instead 🤔 Just a little disappointed about the size...I was so excited too!

Update *** The seller reached out and they were very accommodating. They heard my concerns and explained how the measurements are done. They promptly responded to all my correspondence and made me feel heard and appreciated. No other problems so far. This is day 5 and all is well so far. I will do another update if anything changes in the upcoming weeks. DEFINITELY RECOMMEND..Changing from 3 to 5 stars 🌟 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Light weight, sturdy build, dual function. Great home office addition!

Great addition to my home office! Super lightweight but very sturdy build. Excellent screen resolution and USB-C connectivity. Can function as a Blu-ray disc player or a HD monitor (a very convenient portable alternative to standard PC monitors). Wish I had sth like this during my student years! Note that you need to use the remote control to switch between different modes of operation.

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Big Enos Burdette

February 8, 2026

Took a chance, glad I did.

Took a chance as I had not heard of this brand. Glad I did. Disc playback has been solid with no issues, image on monitor is crisp and sharp, sound is clean and gets plenty loud. All boxes checked there. Using the HDMI in with a Fire Stick and now have a smart TV with disc capabilities. All in all a good product.

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