I can see using the 1 source 3 output version in my house. One bedroom, office, and bathroom/kitchen all off the cable receiver in say the bedroom (chances of using these 3 TVs separately would be low). Total cost, 3x mediocre TVs $500/pc ($1500), 1 distributor ($1000-$2000), 1 universal remote + hip holster ($300) so $2800-$3800 about. Places to save would be getting cheaper TVs ($200/pc). Keep in mind this is a cheap setup to avoid paying extra for each new receiver from your cable company. With a satellite provider you would see the savings in just over a year. For regular cable it would save you from crawling in your attic running wire. All of this assumes, you really want a TV while you fall asleep, do work, or cook/bath.