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Yeah as others have obviously pointed out it is spun in the best interest of Tablo.

The true upfront cost is definitely higher with Tablo. In the given scenario if you required multiroom streaming (2 devices) + remote access (stream) then yes going with Tablo may save you money in the long run. However, IMO Tivo still probably provides a much better and reliable service overall and has a long established name in the industry to back it up.

For most new or average cord cutters, I highly question how much does multi-room / remote streaming appeal to them. I can see multi-room being more of a desire but for this you just need a Tivo Mini w/o the Stream.

How about a comparison of true upfront cost to a basic cord cutter?

Tablo Basic Upfront Cost:

• Tablo 4 Tuner: $300 https://www.amazon.com/Tablo-4-Tuner-Digital-Recorder-Streaming/dp/B00MWLZR0I/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1466955429&sr=1-2&keywords=tablo
  
  
• 1TB external HD: $55 https://www.amazon.com/Elements-Portable-Drive-Storage-WDBUZG0010BBK-EESN/dp/B00CI3BLPA/ref=sr_1_4?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1466955459&sr=1-4&keywords=1tb+external+hard+drive
  
  
• Lifetime subscription: $150
  
  
• Roku 2: $65 (best deal with 3 months of SlingTV https://www.sling.com/devices/roku)
  
  
• Total ~$570
  
  
  Tivo Basic Upfront cost:
  
  
• Tivo Roamio 1TB OTA w/ Lifetime $400 (https://www.amazon.com/TiVo-Roamio-OTA-DVR-Compatible/dp/B01DR4T73Q/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1466955739&sr=8-1&keywords=tivo+roamio)
  
  
• Total ~$400
  
  I think Tablo definitely needs to adjust it's price model on their lines in order to stay competitive. The new price change and lifetime model by Tivo completely changes the playing field for cord cutters.
  
  I personally as a consumer wouldn't consider a Tablo unless the price was $350 for 4-Tuner with Lifetime (even at this price keep in mind for 1 TV, it costs more after adding hard drive and streaming device vs Tivo).
  
  I know before the permanent price change, Tivo used to do limited offer sales on their products where they include the lifetime with the device for a discounted price. I mean you could do the same sale model. Regular price $300 Tablo 4-Tuner. Sale $250 Tablo 4-Tuner, save extra $350 Tablo 4-Tuner w/ Lifetime included. etc. etc.
  
  

There's a couple things you could do...

• Get a distribution amplifier (powered splitter) if a passive splitter causes too much signal degradation.
  
  
• You could move your antenna outside and share it across all your coax cables in the home. Put the Tablo on a cable that doesn't have a TV connected. Of course ethernet is always going to be better than WiFi, but you could give it a shot. If you're currently using an indoor antenna then a Winegard FreeVision (available from Home Depot) would probably work fine outside, just make sure it's fixed and not swinging. You may still need a distribution amplifier if your home's primary splitter causes too much degradation. An outdoor antenna also usually improves reception.
  
  
• See this post for more information on connecting an antenna using existing unused coax cables and sharing a single indoor/outdoor/attic antenna between multiple TVs/DVRs. The same applies to satellite coax cable runs or sharing an antenna in another room. Only difference is where you're mounting/connecting your antenna. This is something you can do yourself if the cables are within easy reach, but you can also hire a satellite installer who is willing to install antennas.
  

I second the air flow suggestion for the quad. I kept mine just under my TV on a glass stand, and had several on going issues. I've since moved it to a wire rack shelf, in a room where I have a ceiling fan going 24/7. I have also bought 2 of these (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00G059G86/) as another redditor had suggested, but I find things are much better now with the sufficient air circulation that it has so I did not need them.

You use a network switch like this one: https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Ethernet-Splitter-Unmanaged-TL-SF1005D/dp/B000FNFSPY/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=amazon+basics+network+switch&qid=1574819563&sr=8-3

You take the network cable from the wall into the switch, then you take a network cable from the switch to the Tablo and another network cable to the Amazon Fire.

That's it. Nothing to configure or fuss with and both things are functional at the same time.

I just (five minutes ago) bought a new quad on Amazon, prime two day delivery, $199 plus tax. Brand new.

https://www.amazon.com/Tablo-Quad-OTA-Cord-Cutters/dp/B07PLVF8B7

Is this the hard drive you are referring to?