[jocala]

Assuming you have a separate media server, I think the FTV works pretty well as a primary box. My media server is connected to my main computer, but I've been using my Ouya as the set-top box since it's easier for my family to use. If I could access XBMC from the FTV menu, I'd move it to the primary TV to replace the Ouya.

The FTV has played every video I have without any issues at all (at least that I didn't determine later were problems with the files themselves), and it's only real deficiency is the lack of support for external storage. As long as you don't need more than 5.1 surround sound and have another computer to host your media library, the FTV is a great set-top box. Especially for the price and energy consumption.

I agree with Matt. Very nice box for normal usage. I haven't used my older ion HTPC in several weeks. YMMV.