Roku makes it big streaming devices. Its interface is not the most modern or bright, but it is extremely simple to configure and use – even the least technologically inclined can figure it out. If you’ve recently cut your cable or just need to update your current configuration, Roku is a solid way to go.
Most of the Roku devices we’ve tested and recommended are discounted right now, so it’s a good time to buy if you’ve been in the market for one.
Roku deals I found
Roku has a lot of devices, so I’ve made a guide to find the right Roku for you. Whether you want to spend as little as possible on a small, unpretentious device, or you can grow for the soundbar, there’s something in it. the Roku family that should suit your needs.
- ★ Top Pick – Streaming Stick Plus for $ 43 ($ 7 discount): Streaming Stick Plus works with HD or 4K HDR TVs and is our choice for most people. It has dual-band Wi-Fi with a longer range and can connect to 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz networks – which is especially nice if you live in a city apartment. In addition, it has voice search, and the remote control can control the volume and power of your TV. Just make sure your TV has a place for it to come out of the HDMI port. It’s also discounted on Amazon, but costs a little more at $ 46.
- Roku Ultra for 91 USD (9 USD discount): I’ve seen this price for the last month or so. Ultra features are similar to Streaming Stick Plus, but it has a faster processor, which makes it better for live TV streaming. There’s a headphone jack on the remote control (and it comes with a nice pair of headphones) so you can watch TV at night without waking up your home colleagues.
- Roku Premiere for 25 USD (10 USD discount): The premiere is bare bones. It has no voice search and you cannot control the volume or power of the TV with the remote control. Go for it if you want to spend as little as possible, but still get support for your 4K TV. You can also get it from Target.
- Roku Smart Soundbar for 150 USD (30 USD discount): If you spend a lot of time watching TV or movies, a soundbar is a good investment. It has a built-in Roku, so you don’t have to think about setting up multiple devices. It doesn’t have a subwoofer, so we recommend it for smaller rooms. We have a complete soundbar guide if you want to explore other more advanced audio options.
- Roku Streambar for $ 110 ($ 20 discount): The Stream bar is more compact than the sound bar above. It’s only $ 40 cheaper, so if you have space, it probably makes sense to spend the extra money to get better sound, but Streambar is good for smaller spaces because it’s only 14 inches long. You can also benefit from the discount from Target.
If you are not convinced that Roku will work for you, we also have a guide on the best streaming devices from all major brands. I suggest you watch Chromecast with Google TV.
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