I have the mag 254, and Avov Vixo1 the Vixo1 is easy to use and has somewhat better gaming, the mag has some games I really like. The apps from mikey store are really widespread in coverage on the Vixo1, AND it has slots for about ten different servers on the internet TV program It hooks up and connects easy with the WIFI setup The mag 254 is easier to change setups AFTER you first set the box up, and the remote reaction seems quicker that the Vixo1 But if easy apps are what you want and easy changing from one to the other the Vixo1 is that. for stability, I prefer the MAG 254 as my Vixo1 has locked up a few times and took a while to respond, BUT I didn't have to reboot it, it just sat about 30 seconds and responded. Both boxes are great for the server we are testing, and both give good video quality. THE MAIN difference I find for testing the IPTV is the Vixo1's video player seems not to have a FF, REV, and skip on VOD while the Mag 254 will let you do any of those. if you miss part of a VOD with the mag 254 you can reload it and ff to where you left it.