Secondly, DVDs are currently cheaper than Blu-Rays, so if you're not looking to spend the extra money and don't care that much about picture quality, you can still buy DVDs. You also may not be able to find the movie you want yet in a Blu-Ray format.
Are Blu-Ray DVDs worth it?
Well, the facts are in, and the verdict is: Yes, Blu-Ray is better than DVDs. It's better than streaming, too, providing cleaner, crisper imaging, more room for movie "extras," and overall a much-improved movie-viewing experience.Jan 4, 2014
Are Blu Ray discs more expensive?
A better sound quality experience is a major reason Blu-rays are more expensive. ... The DVD format has some decent sound quality, but it will be no better than what you get with a regular television show. With a Blu-ray, you are going to get movie theater-like sound in your own home.Dec 2, 2020
Does Blu-Ray sell more than DVD?
Industry data shows that for hit new-release titles, Blu-Rays are currently outselling DVDs handily. Total sales for the year (including legacy films which include many catalog titles never released on Blu-Ray) are about even. The main reason it is even close is children's / animated movies.
Can a DVD drive play Blu-Ray?
Blu-ray will only play on Blu-ray specific drives and players. You cannot play a Blu-ray disc on a DVD or CD player. However, there are several brands of Blu-ray disc players and many new PC's are coming with Blu-ray drives installed. Sony Playstation 3,4 and the Microsoft Xbox One are also a Blu-ray enabled device.