I agree completely. I have all sorts of B&O VCRs but the only VCR I actually use at present is a Panasonic. I remember my old dealer advising me that although the VX range were excellent, the picture from a good Panasonic was just as good and for a fifth of the price. As most B&O VCRs use the sensor in the TV, using one with a non B&O TV would be tricky. I would get the same make as the TV preferably (if a good brand!) as it may well use the same remote.
The only relatively modern B&O is the V8000 which is a rebadged Philips/Grundig anyway. I do have one of these and it is pretty average.