Delphi ...
4. more component
5. more free component in world

and compatible with Borland C++ Builder (which is what I use).

If you already have VB (or have other specific reasons to use it), then I'm sure you can get it to do the job; however, if you're going to buy something new, you might as well go for a proper language... ;-)

I'll have my flameproof suit back now, please!