Best DVD Writer ? ? ?

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I know this is a hard question with lots of answers, but here goes anyway.

My old Pioneer is dying on me, and I am looking at Plextor.
I have read they are the best, even if more expensive. On the other hand, I recently read a couple of reviews that stated Plextor is slipping in the reliability department.

I would value the opinions of this group.

Thanks ! !