December 2024

TV Boxes And Sticks: MetaRanking

This page highlights the aggregate summary of TV boxes and sticks rankings posted by key online experts, as of December 2024.

Summary

On 29 Dec 2024, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 76 streaming player endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.

21 streaming players were endorsed in total, only 16 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)

As of 29 Dec 2024, Apple TV 4K takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed streaming player with 10 expert endorsements. 3 experts out of 10 recommended it as the '#1 streaming player' this month.

Brand breakdown
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Price breakdown
As can be seen in the chart below, lowest high-ranking TV boxes and sticks start at $24.99 (TiVo Stream 4K) and go up to $428 (Roku Plus Series QLED). Median streaming player costs $74.95 (Roku Ultra).
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At a glance - December Ranking

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Rank Change Price Streaming Player
WIRED
TechRadar
Business Insider
Reviewed
The Verge
PCMag
IGN
Tom's Guide
Digital Trends
CNET
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Apple TV 4K
The Apple TV 4K (2022) has received positive reviews for its content availability, picture and sound quality, setup, and gaming capabilities, making it a versatile streaming device suitable for users who want a comprehensive range of streaming services, impressive picture and sound quality, easy setup, and seamless integration with other Apple devices.
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Roku Streaming Stick 4K
The Roku Streaming Stick 4K is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content, high-quality picture and sound, easy setup, and the option for casual gaming experiences.
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Roku Ultra
The Roku Ultra 2022 is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content, excellent picture and sound quality, easy setup, and some gaming capabilities, making it suitable for various streaming preferences.
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Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content options, 4K resolution, HDR and Dolby Vision support, fast navigation, and gaming capabilities, making it a recommended choice for users seeking a user-friendly and high-quality streaming experience.
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Nvidia Shield
The Nvidia Shield Streaming Player is a versatile and powerful streaming device that offers a wide range of content, exceptional picture and sound quality, easy setup, and comprehensive gaming capabilities.
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Chromecast with Google TV 4K
The Chromecast with Google TV 4K is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content options, impressive picture and sound quality, and convenient features, making it a reliable and user-friendly choice for home entertainment.
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Roku Express 4K Plus
The Roku Express 4K Plus is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content availability, high-quality picture and sound, user-friendly setup, and some gaming capabilities, making it a great choice for users who prioritize access to streaming services and enjoy watching content in 4K HDR.
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Google TV Streamer
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Amazon Fire TV Cube
The Amazon Fire TV Cube is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content, excellent picture and sound quality, and the ability to control TV and smart home devices, making it a convenient option for users.
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Amazon Fire TV Stick
The Amazon Fire TV Stick is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content, impressive picture and sound quality, easy setup, and convenient remote control features, making it a reliable option for seamless streaming and some casual gaming.
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TiVo Stream 4K
The TiVo Stream 4K is a highly recommended streaming device that offers a wide range of content availability, excellent picture and sound quality, user-friendly setup, and gaming capabilities, making it a versatile option for users who want a comprehensive streaming experience.
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Chromecast with Google TV HD
The Chromecast with Google TV HD is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content availability, excellent picture and sound quality, a user-friendly setup and interface, and decent gaming capabilities, making it suitable for various entertainment needs.
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Amazon Fire TV Stick Lite
The Amazon Fire TV Stick Lite is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content availability, high-quality picture and sound, easy setup and navigation, and gaming capabilities, making it suitable for users who want a reliable and affordable streaming device for entertainment and gaming.
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Roku Express
The Roku Express is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content availability, good picture and sound quality, and a user-friendly interface, making it suitable for casual streaming users.
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Onn 4K Google TV 2023
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Roku Streambar
The Roku Streambar is a budget-friendly and versatile device that combines a 4K streaming player and a soundbar in one, offering clear dialogue and good tonal range for both music and movies.
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Streaming Player
#11 $24.99 TiVo Stream 4K
#15 $25.48 Onn 4K Google TV 2023
#14 $27.98 Roku Express
#7 $35 Roku Express 4K Plus
#4 $35.29 Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
#2 $39.50 Roku Streaming Stick 4K
#6 $51.49 Chromecast with Google TV 4K
#12 $53.27 Chromecast with Google TV HD
#3 $74.95 Roku Ultra
#8 $99.99 Google TV Streamer
#9 $139.99 Amazon Fire TV Cube
#16 $144.99 Roku Streambar
#5 $149.99 Nvidia Shield
#1 $182.07 Apple TV 4K

We ranked Apple TV 4K #1 in December 2024 because:

  • 10 independent experts mentioned it in their “best TV boxes and sticks” rankings.
  • Out of those, 3 experts ranked Apple TV 4K as #1.
Expert Consensus
(as of 26 Aug 2023)
The Apple TV 4K (2022) has received positive reviews for its content availability, picture and sound quality, setup, and gaming capabilities, making it a versatile streaming device suitable for users who want a comprehensive range of streaming services, impressive picture and sound quality, easy setup, and seamless integration with other Apple devices.
Critic endorsements:
WIRED

Best for iOS Lovers

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TechRadar

The best streaming device for iOS

High-frame-rate HDR support
Redesigned Siri remote

Expensive
Doesn’t work with Android

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Business Insider

Best high-end

Familiar interface for Apple users
Can serve as a HomeKit hub
Latest model has 4K upscaling and a rechargeable remote

Need to buy 128GB model to get Ethernet
Pricier than Roku options

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Reviewed

Editors' Choice

Great remote
Has Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos
Works great with Apple gear

Stale design
Pricier than competition

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The Verge

The best overall streaming player

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PCMag

Best for Siri Control

Fast, responsive performance
Deep integration with Apple devices and services
Apple AirPlay 2

Pricey
Confusing overlap of Apple tvOS and Apple TV app features
Using Siri requires speaking into the remote

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IGN

Best 4K Streaming Box for Apple Households

Upgraded performance thanks to the Apple A15 Bionic chip
iPhones automatically calibrate the output video

No ethernet port

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Tom's Guide

Best streaming device for Apple device owners / Editor's Choice

A15 delivers faster app load times
More affordable price (plus more storage)
Excellent Apple ecosystem integration

Still expensive
-No Find My remote feature

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Digital Trends

The best overall streaming device

Lightning quick navigation
Gorgeous Audio and Video output
Feature-packed
Extremely Powerful
Intuitive, uncluttered interface

Several features exclusive to Apple users

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CNET

Best for gamers and power users

Cheaper starting price than previous Apple TV 4K
Speedy performance
Modern, A15 Bionic chip
Robust app and format support, integration with other Apple services

Still a lot more expensive than rival, capable streamers
No noticeable apps or experiences to take advantage of new chip
TV gaming on Apple Arcade remains lacking
Ethernet is just on the priciest model

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We ranked Roku Streaming Stick 4K #2 in December 2024 because:

  • 9 independent experts mentioned it in their “best TV boxes and sticks” rankings.
  • Out of those, 2 experts ranked Roku Streaming Stick 4K as #1.
Expert Consensus
(as of 26 Aug 2023)
The Roku Streaming Stick 4K is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content, high-quality picture and sound, easy setup, and the option for casual gaming experiences.
Critic endorsements:
WIRED

Best Streaming Device Overall

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TechRadar

A solid choice for anyone new to TV streaming

Faster boot up speed
Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support
Long-range Wi-Fi

Roku UI is a bit old
Remote pairing problems

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Reviewed

Editors' Choice

Simple and intuitive interface
Dolby Vision and HDR10+
Great remote

No Ethernet option
No onboard storage

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The Verge

The streaming stick that’s easiest to use

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PCMag

Best for Affordable AirPlay

Fast, responsive performance
Sleek, small design
Supports Apple AirPlay and Dolby Vision

Voice features still lag those of Amazon Fire TV and Google TV
No Twitch app available
5GHz Wi-Fi hiccup in testing

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IGN

Best Streaming Stick

Compact stick rather than box
Delivers 4K/60fps and HDR support, including Dolby Vision

Lacks smart home control

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Tom's Guide

Best streaming device overall / Editor's Choice

Relatively affordable
Full 4K HDR capabilities
Finally has Dolby Vision

Dolby Atmos is missing
Amazon offers better live TV integration

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Digital Trends

The best budget streaming device

Affordable
Easy to use
All the features you want

Roku's advertising scheme means tracking

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CNET

Second-place runner-up

Robust app and Dolby Vision support
Simple interface
Good search for TV and movies

Costs $10 more than the nearly

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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts

Identify Experts

We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend TV boxes and sticks.

Capture Rankings

For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of TV boxes and sticks, it must be updated in the last 9 months.

Aggregate Rankings

We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking

Experts chosen for December 2024 ranking

We ranked Roku Ultra #3 in December 2024 because:

  • 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best TV boxes and sticks” rankings.
  • Out of those, 3 experts ranked Roku Ultra as #1.
Expert Consensus
(as of 26 Aug 2023)
The Roku Ultra 2022 is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content, excellent picture and sound quality, easy setup, and some gaming capabilities, making it suitable for various streaming preferences.
Critic endorsements:
WIRED

The Best Roku

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Business Insider

Best overall

Slightly faster than previous models
Remote is backlit, rechargeable, and supports hands-free voice control
Simple and reliable interface
Ethernet port for wired internet and USB for media playback

Pricey compared to streaming stick options
Boost in performance over older model isn't huge

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Reviewed

Best Overall / Editors' Choice

Top-notch voice remote pro
4K/HDR and Dolby Vision
Fast, with wired internet

More expensive than streaming sticks

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PCMag

Best Roku Streamer

Fast performance
Wi-Fi 6 support
Ethernet port for wired connections
Hands-free voice control
Apple AirPlay

Expensive
Voice features lag behind competitors
Remote lacks a headphone jack
No Twitch app

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IGN

Best Overall Streaming Device

Compatible with HDR10/10+, HLG, and Dolby Vision HDR
Voice Remote Pro offers hands-free voice control

Pricer than other Roku offerings with similar features

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We ranked Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max #4 in December 2024 because:

  • 8 independent experts mentioned it in their “best TV boxes and sticks” rankings.
Expert Consensus
(as of 26 Aug 2023)
The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content options, 4K resolution, HDR and Dolby Vision support, fast navigation, and gaming capabilities, making it a recommended choice for users seeking a user-friendly and high-quality streaming experience.
Critic endorsements:
WIRED

Best for Amazon Prime Video Lovers

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TechRadar

The most powerful Amazon option for Alexa fans

4K HDR streaming
Dolby Vision / Atmos / HDR10+
Voice remote with Alexa

Too many sponsored ads
Search still could be better

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Business Insider

Best for speedy navigation

Compact build
Fastest navigation and loading times of any streaming stick we've tested

Fire TV interface is a bit cluttered
Not a huge upgrade over previous model

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The Verge

The best streamers for voice commands

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IGN

Best Budget Streaming Device

Runs faster than predecessor and supports WiFi 6E
Support for 4K video at up to 60fps

No Google Cast or Apple AirPlay

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Tom's Guide

Best Amazon streaming device under $100 / Editor's Choice

Fast navigation and content launches
Supports almost all apps
Wi-Fi 6E support

More expensive than competitors
Excessive promotion of Amazon content

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Digital Trends

Also great, but for those who don't want Roku

Same Great Fire TV experience
Double the storage
Improve processor
Faster WI-FI
Price is right

Doesn't include the best Alexa remote
Waiting on some new AI features
Laggy interactions

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CNET

Fastest streaming device

Fast loading times
Latest playback standards offered
Amazon ecosystem capabilities

Only slightly improved from previous model

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We ranked Nvidia Shield #5 in December 2024 because:

  • 6 independent experts mentioned it in their “best TV boxes and sticks” rankings.
Expert Consensus
(as of 26 Aug 2023)
The Nvidia Shield Streaming Player is a versatile and powerful streaming device that offers a wide range of content, exceptional picture and sound quality, easy setup, and comprehensive gaming capabilities.
Critic endorsements:
TechRadar

The best 4K streaming device for power and performance

AI Upscaling
Google Assistant built in

No Apple TV app
No USB ports for extra storage

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The Verge

The best streaming player for gaming

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IGN

Best 4K Streaming Device

Game streaming possible
Built-in AI upscaling

High price tag

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Tom's Guide

Best Android streaming device / Editor's Choice

Excellent game-streaming
Quick rendering of UHD content
Lots of great apps

AI upscaling doesn't add that much
Somewhat expensive

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Digital Trends

The next-best streaming device

Great for game streaming
Good variety of apps
Excellent upscaling

Doesn't come with a game controller
No included HDMI cable

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CNET

Best for hardcore gamers

Cutting-edge streaming with 4K AI upscaling, Dolby Vision
Native Android, cloud gaming and Steam Link options
Improved Android TV interface with Google Assistant

Expensive
Some issues understanding voice commands
Slower than Roku to launch Netflix

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We ranked Chromecast with Google TV 4K #6 in December 2024 because:

  • 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best TV boxes and sticks” rankings.
Expert Consensus
(as of 26 Aug 2023)
The Chromecast with Google TV 4K is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content options, impressive picture and sound quality, and convenient features, making it a reliable and user-friendly choice for home entertainment.
Critic endorsements:
WIRED

For Google TV or Phone Streaming

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Reviewed

Best Value / Editors' Choice

Affordable
Very good remote
4K/HDR Support

No wired internet
Interface needs work

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The Verge

A great streaming device for less money

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IGN

Best Android TV Streaming Stick

Dedicated remote with built-in interface for media
Smart home features and smart assistant

Some apps may lag

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CNET

Third-best streaming device overall

Useful remote
Large app selection
Makes excellent use of the Google Assistant
Ties in well with YouTube TV, Google Photos

Can lag when switching apps or using voice
Assistant doesn't always give the best option to play back content
No full Dolby Atmos

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We ranked Roku Express 4K Plus #7 in December 2024 because:

  • 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best TV boxes and sticks” rankings.
  • Out of those, 1 expert ranked Roku Express 4K Plus as #1.
Expert Consensus
(as of 26 Aug 2023)
The Roku Express 4K Plus is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content availability, high-quality picture and sound, user-friendly setup, and some gaming capabilities, making it a great choice for users who prioritize access to streaming services and enjoy watching content in 4K HDR.
Critic endorsements:
TechRadar

A good budget choice if you don't want to go with Amazon

Affordable price
4K HDR (and HDR10+) streaming
Comes with a Bluetooth remote

No Dolby Vision support
Short HDMI cable

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Reviewed

Simple interface
Excellent smart home support
AirPlay 2

No Dolby Vision
No headphones jack on remote

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Tom's Guide

The best streaming device under $40 / Best Value

Excellent 4K HDR performance
Decent navigation
Improved remote

Awkward design
No Dolby Vision or Atmos

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CNET

Best streaming device overall

Super simple, app-based menus
Cheaper than 4K HDR rivals
Fast and responsive
Ethernet support (with third-party adapter)
Dolby Atmos supported on some apps

No Dolby Vision support
Roku's voice assistant remains weaker than rivals from Amazon, Apple and Google

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We ranked Google TV Streamer #8 in December 2024 because:

  • 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best TV boxes and sticks” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
Business Insider

Best for Google users

Improved performance with quick navigation speed
You can play a sound to find the remote
Interface has personalized recommendations and a smart home control panel
Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, and Dolby Atmos support

HDMI cable isn't included
Remote lacks backlit keys, rechargeable battery, and hands-free voice control
Encountered glitches when setting up the Google Home control panel
It uses WiFi 5 rather than the newer WiFi 6 standard

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PCMag

Best Google TV Streamer

Fast, smooth performance
Ethernet port for wired connectivity
Works as a Matter hub and Threads border router

Expensive
No Wi-Fi 6
Lacks hands-free voice control

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Tom's Guide

The best streaming device for people in the Google ecosystem / Editor's Choice

Free & live TV integrations
Enhanced smart home controls
Redesigned remote
Clever use of AI for screensaver

Pricier than Chromecast with Google TV
Can’t fit behind TV

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Digital Trends

The Chromecast replacement has some real smarts

Stock Google TV experience
Faster than Chromecast
Better remote control
Hands-free voice control

Can't hide it behind a TV

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We ranked Amazon Fire TV Cube #9 in December 2024 because:

  • 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best TV boxes and sticks” rankings.
Expert Consensus
(as of 26 Aug 2023)
The Amazon Fire TV Cube is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content, excellent picture and sound quality, and the ability to control TV and smart home devices, making it a convenient option for users.
Critic endorsements:
TechRadar

The top streaming option if you love Amazon Alexa

Voice Control
Built-in Alexa

Panders to Amazon Prime
No HDMI cable in the box

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PCMag

Best for Hands-Free Alexa Voice Control / Editors' Choice

Hands-free Alexa voice assistance
HDMI pass-through with Alexa overlay
Supports Wi-Fi 6E
Fast performance

Expensive
Wi-Fi 6E doesn't necessarily offer video benefits

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IGN

Most Powerful Streaming Device

Fast and powerful
4K streaming

Expensive

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Tom's Guide

Best Voice Control in A Streaming Device

Speedy performance
Newly integrated Ethernet and USB-A port
HDMI-IN port lets you connect more devices

$10 more expensive than before
Super Resolution Upscaling doesn't make a notable difference

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We ranked Amazon Fire TV Stick #10 in December 2024 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best TV boxes and sticks” rankings.
  • Out of those, 1 expert ranked Amazon Fire TV Stick as #1.
Expert Consensus
(as of 26 Aug 2023)
The Amazon Fire TV Stick is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content, impressive picture and sound quality, easy setup, and convenient remote control features, making it a reliable option for seamless streaming and some casual gaming.
Critic endorsements:
Reviewed

Supports all major streaming services
Excellent remote

Favors Amazon content

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PCMag

Best for Alexa Users / Editors' Choice

Affordable
Fast performance
Wi-Fi 6
Speedier Alexa responses
Plenty of apps and features

No Apple AirPlay or Google Cast for local streaming

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We ranked TiVo Stream 4K #11 in December 2024 because:

  • 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best TV boxes and sticks” rankings.
Expert Consensus
(as of 26 Aug 2023)
The TiVo Stream 4K is a highly recommended streaming device that offers a wide range of content availability, excellent picture and sound quality, user-friendly setup, and gaming capabilities, making it a versatile option for users who want a comprehensive streaming experience.
Critic endorsements:
WIRED

If None of Those Appeal to You

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IGN

Best Ultra Cheap Streaming Device

Budget-friendly
Voice control remote with Google Assistant

Confusing interface

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Tom's Guide

A compelling UHD streamer with Android TV apps

Speedy 4K streaming
Supports most if not all services and apps
Remote offers easy access to live TV

Poor recommendations

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We ranked Chromecast with Google TV HD #12 in December 2024 because:

  • 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best TV boxes and sticks” rankings.
Expert Consensus
(as of 26 Aug 2023)
The Chromecast with Google TV HD is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content availability, excellent picture and sound quality, a user-friendly setup and interface, and decent gaming capabilities, making it suitable for various entertainment needs.
Critic endorsements:
TechRadar

The best all-rounder streaming stick

4K HDR with Dolby Vision
Google Assistant built in
Comes with a remote

Slow to load at startup
Google TV UI is uninspired
No Google Stadia support

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IGN

Best HD Streaming Device

Cheap alternative
Intuitive controls

HD only

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Tom's Guide

The best HD streaming device

Same great Chromecast with Google TV... now in HD
One of the best streaming device remotes
Hides easily behind TV
Supports HDR

Continue Watching row continues to confuse
No 4K limits use cases

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We ranked Amazon Fire TV Stick Lite #13 in December 2024 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best TV boxes and sticks” rankings.
Expert Consensus
(as of 26 Aug 2023)
The Amazon Fire TV Stick Lite is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content availability, high-quality picture and sound, easy setup and navigation, and gaming capabilities, making it suitable for users who want a reliable and affordable streaming device for entertainment and gaming.
Critic endorsements:
TechRadar

The best budget streaming device

Offers 60fps and HDR
Good Value compared to rivals

Only HD streaming
Persistent ads
No volume controls

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Business Insider

Best budget

Affordable
Compact stick design
Includes Alexa voice remote

Doesn't support 4K
No Ethernet
Lacks built-in Dolby Atmos decoding

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We ranked Roku Express #14 in December 2024 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best TV boxes and sticks” rankings.
Expert Consensus
(as of 26 Aug 2023)
The Roku Express is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content availability, good picture and sound quality, and a user-friendly interface, making it suitable for casual streaming users.
Critic endorsements:
TechRadar

The best streaming stick for good value HD content

Roku TV interface
Great app support
Super cheap

Basic IR remote
Can’t stream 4K HDR content
Super short HDMI cable

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Reviewed

Access to Roku's full platform

Remote lacks voice-control, power/volume buttons
Video maxes at 1080p
Requires HDMI

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We ranked Onn 4K Google TV 2023 #15 in December 2024 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best TV boxes and sticks” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
WIRED

The Cheapest

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Tom's Guide

The best cheap streaming device

Cheapest 4K streaming device ever
All the same apps in the Chromecast with Google TV
Decent performance

Awkward, cheap-feeling design
Remote app is inconsistent

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We ranked Roku Streambar #16 in December 2024 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best TV boxes and sticks” rankings.
Expert Consensus
(as of 20 May 2023)
The Roku Streambar is a budget-friendly and versatile device that combines a 4K streaming player and a soundbar in one, offering clear dialogue and good tonal range for both music and movies.
Critic endorsements:
WIRED

If You Don't Own a Soundbar

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CNET

Best soundbar-streaming combo

Compact, easy to set up and affordable
Excellent dialogue reproduction
Tried and true Roku experience

Lacks bass in movies and music

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