Britbox - Direct using DRM MPD or via Amazon

maineiac13

Some time ago I subscribed to Britbox via Amazon for a short period of time and did not renew after my free trial ended. There are now a few new Britbox shows I am interested in so I need to decide whether to go the Amazon route (which would not allow me to have another free trial) or a direct subscription which would permit a 7 day free trial. Since Britbox does not have its own VIP StreamFab connection, I understand that I could download movies via the DRM MPD downloader which I have. Is there any downside choosing that method for Britbox rather than using the Amazon downloader?

Germania

Is there any downside choosing that method for Britbox rather than using the Amazon downloader?
maineiac13

I think the resolution and bit rate is better and dl faster from Amazon

Amazon offer probably H265 for this content - but BritBox does not => see example here

simchris

I am actually about to do this via Amazon, as that has worked better for me for Max/HBO also. Amazon almost always works unless daily limit exceeded and always has 1080p versions (where applicable). using for Apple+ too, replacing my purchased DRM downloads of stuff I own. Priceless.

maineiac13

Thanks for the input

BuddyJet

Thanks for the input
maineiac13

Amazon is having a promo where you can subscribe for $0.99 per month for two months, regular price after that.

simchris

Amazon is having a promo where you can subscribe for $0.99 per month for two months, regular price after that.
BuddyJet

heh... that is what I'm doing. I used to subscribe for years, but not recently. Two months would about do me on catching up.

Same deal on Paramount+ and many others, actually, until July 11.

maineiac13

Amazon is having a promo where you can subscribe for $0.99 per month for two months, regular price after that.
BuddyJet

Great timing, thanks.