Magic V or M2 or DMS3

[DJFury]

I'm looking for a chip for PS2 v.9 or v.10. Don't wanna spend more than $100 for the chip + install. Modchip stability is most important for me.

I won't be playing MP3s or DVD's much, BUT will be playing DivX movies backed up on CDRs and backup games. Is the DMS3 worth it just for the boot from memory card feature? I hate having such annoying boot procedures to access different functions tho.

And what's with the Magic V, don't hear much about it. I'm leaning towards the M2 cuz its just pop in the game/DVD and no hassle, but then I would have to use the Virtual Reality Player CD to boot DivX movies each time. Ugh, any thoughts?

Also, which version PS2's have the built in IR? Can I use a PS2 DVD Player remote to control a DivX movie?