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Is Virgin V6 box any good?

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Olivia Shea

Updated on February 24, 2026

Is Virgin V6 box any good?

The V6 is keeping up with its rival set-top boxes by allowing multi-room viewing as well as multi-use on different devices. It's actually a step ahead of its rivals by allowing you to install streaming services on it like Netflix and Amazon Prime. It's really got everything covered, well, not absolutely everything.

Also question is, is the Virgin Media V6 box any good?

The V6 is keeping up with its rival set-top boxes by allowing multi-room viewing as well as multi-use on different devices. It's actually a step ahead of its rivals by allowing you to install streaming services on it like Netflix and Amazon Prime. It's really got everything covered, well, not absolutely everything.

Similarly, what can a Virgin TV V6 box do? Virgin TV V6 guides

Our mighty TiVo® box gives you TV that matters to you. You can still search across live TV, Catch Up, Box Sets and Netflix and then bring it together with Series Link+, and it has other tricks up its sleeve too – it can undelete recordings, recommend shows based on what you love, and more.

Also question is, is Virgin V6 box better than TiVo?

The V6 is the latest set top box from Virgin Media. It contains all the functionality you get with a standard Virgin TiVo box, but adds loads of extra features, is easier to use and also looks considerably sleeker. It's faster - If you've ever used a TiVo box, you know they can be a little sluggish at times.

Does Virgin V6 box record?

Your Virgin TV V6 box lets you record six shows while watching something you've recorded earlier, and with Series Link+ you can save shows from live TV, Box Sets, Catch Up and Netflix.

What apps are on Virgin V6 box?

Virgin TV V6, powered by TiVo
  • BBC iPlayer. BBC iPlayer BBC iPlayer. Press Home on the remote.
  • Netflix. Netflix Netflix. Already subscribed to Netflix?
  • Prime Video. Prime Video Prime Video.
  • YouTube. YouTube YouTube.
  • VEVO. VEVO VEVO.
  • Youtube Kids. Youtube Kids Youtube Kids.
  • Hopster. Hopster Hopster.

Can Virgin V6 box be wireless?

Both the V6 box and Sky Q come with wireless remote controls that you don't have to point at the box to change channels. Virgin TV's uses RF technology, Sky Q uses Bluetooth.

Can you use Virgin TiVo box without subscription?

In days gone by, you used to work around this and reap the benefits of Virgin multi-room without the costs, but now there is no legal way to use your old TiVo box without a subscription. Alternatively, you can set your TiVo box up as a set-top box and run it without a subscription, but the results aren't fantastic.

What is the USB port for on Virgin V6 box?

Apart from using it as a charging point, the USB on the V6 is not used for anything else. The 3.5mm stereo audio jack & the optical audio out do work.

Who manufactures Virgin V6 box?

The Virgin TV V6 box, powered by TiVo, is Virgin Media's smallest, smartest and fastest box yet. It is half the size of Virgin Media's previous TiVo box with 10x the power and packed with a load of extra features.

Is Virgin better than Sky TV?

If you want the fastest broadband then Virgin Media is probably the better option; if you're after the widest choice of TV shows then Sky will likely be the better bet.

Can I upgrade to a virgin V6 box?

Customers wanting to upgrade to Virgin TV 360 should call or go online. They will then be sent a new voice activated remote control. Existing v6 customers will be upgraded via a simple over-the-air update, so there's no need for a new box.

Why does Virgin delete my recordings?

It's simply a warning that they may delete if space is needed. If you have plenty space, they won't delete.

Can I use a second hand V6 box?

Only boxes issued to your account & sent to you directly by Virgin can be used. Any box from another source is 1) Being sold illegally & 2) cannot be activated, so is as much use as a chocolate teapot.

Can I use my virgin box as a Freeview box?

Aerial cables

To watch Freeview you need to have an aerial installed or have your device connected to the internet – you won't be able to get a TV signal through Sky or Virgin Media cabling.

What do I do with my old virgin box?

This means that customers who have old Virgin Media equipment, that we can't redeploy, can take it to their nearest electrical waste recycling centre where it will be disposed of in a responsible way to it can be reused and recycled for other products.

Do you have to send your Virgin box back?

At Virgin Media we do our best to repair and reuse as much kit as we can. Recycling and reusing our kit will help reduce the amount of waste going to landfill and benefit the environment. Got a Super Hub 2AC? At the moment we're reusing these, so please send them back to us.

Can I transfer recordings from my Virgin TiVo box?

Go to . Sign in with your primary My Virgin Media username and password. Click Copy TiVo Settings from the menu on the left. Choose the Virgin TV V6 or TiVo box you'd like to copy from.

How many hours can you record on V6 box?

Virgin's V6 is the box supplied to all new Virgin Media TV customers and it provides some smart features to help a household's TV viewing and catch up. With its 1TB storage capacity, the V6 can store up to 500 hours of SD content, plus it can record up to six channels at once for those busy households.

How many Virgin V6 boxes can I have?

If you've got two 1TB set-top boxes, whether it's two new V6s or a V6 and an older TiVo, you're now able to store 1,000 hours of standard definition TV or 200 hours of HD TV, and you can record 12 shows at once. Virgin lets you get a staggering six set-top boxes per home, although only three of these can be V6 boxes.

Is the Virgin V6 box 4K?

Once your plan upgrade is confirmed, you'll be able to watch any 4K Ultra HD content via your Virgin TV V6 box.

Can I turn my V6 box off at night?

There's no problem turning the boxes off if you would rather they not be left on. It's actually useful to turn them off once a week or so, as if they all have little computers in them which can sometimes mess up.

How long does a TiVo box last?

The box basically lasts forever. The disks, not so much. I expect a TiVo disk to fail about once every five years. So far, they've even greatly exceeded that.

What is the TiVo monthly fee?

$6.99/month

Why is my virgin box flashing arrows?

Re: 2 white arrows - v6 TiVo box

This suggests that the V6 is losing network connection to your router and this usually happens when the V6 is connected by WiFi and has a weak signal.

Why is my virgin box light orange?

Re: New V6 Box Keeps Getting An Orange Light

An amber (ornage) light to the left of the Virgin Media logo (solid or blinking) means you don't have full network connectivity. To ensure your V6 is connected to the hub go into Help & Settings > Settings > Network > Connect To The Virgin Media Service.

What do the lights on my virgin V6 box mean?

From left to right, the buttons and lights on your Virgin TV V6 box are: Standby - The LED on the front of the box lights up white when it is on and red when in standby. If you see an amber light to the left of the Virgin Media logo (solid or blinking) then you don't have full network connectivity.

Can you record two Programmes at once on virgin?

You can record up to 4 programmes at the same time using the Virgin TV box.

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