The DRW-24B1ST proved to be a solid performer during testing while still running quietly and efficiently. Burn quality is reliable too – I burned everything from movies to data to music with this drive and each and every disc turned out perfect. The price is very easy to take as well. For just over $20, you get the full retail package which includes Nero 8 Essentials along with Asus' E-Green and E-Hammer programs.