Portable DVD players are quite simply a great way to be able to transport and watch your favorite movies and shows virtually anywhere, anytime. While the first portable DVD players were quite expensive 'luxury' items, there are now some quality, yet cheap portable DVD players that are priced for just about any budget. There are a few things you may want to keep in mind when searching for a portable DVD player, however.

First and foremost, you might want to find out what types of formats the DVD supports before you purchase it. It has been a prime source of frustration for more than a few consumers to bring home their portable DVD player only to find out that it won't play DVD-Rs or DVD-RWs. Most manufacturers will clearly state whether or not their players support these formats, and if they don't, it's best to talk to their customer support before you make a purchase.

The Audiovox DVD player is a great example of an excellent portable DVD player. It comes with built in two-watt speakers, and it also includes a video cassette player. Both the DVD player and the video cassette player can be played simultaneously if you have an additional monitor. The Audiovox unit comes with a cigarette lighter AC adaptor, and it has a reversible 5.6 inch LCD screen. It also comes with a remote control, and it features two headphone jacks so that more than one person can listen at a time.

Once you choose and purchase a portable DVD player, it's a good idea to get a couple of key accessories for it. A portable DVD carrying case can be a lifesaver in terms of preventing damage to your machine. Additionally, if your DVD player does not have two headphone jacks, a set of multi-extension headphones can allow more than one person to listen to the movie at a time. This can be a great solution to back-seat boredom and ensures that no one gets left out of the fun.