You can crop, chop, delete and move segments of video in most models.
You can also record programs at different quality settings, the higher the quality the less you will fit onto a DVD though.
No more rewinding or fast forwarding to your bes bit in the movie, a click of the remote and your there instantly.
The operation noise of a DVD recorder is considerably less than a standard video recorder. There is usually only one silent motor spinning the disc.
Most new blank DVDs will need preparing by your DVD Recorder before you can record onto it. This usually only takes a minute or so. DVD-RAMs dont need this doing though.
If your thinking of upgrading your old dusty video recorder for a DVD Recorder then do it! No more bulky VHS tapes or reinforced shelves to store them on!
You can copy all your home movie content onto a DVD and keep it safe, knowing it will not loose quality over time.