{"id":2685,"date":"2020-02-14T18:46:41","date_gmt":"2020-02-14T18:46:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gamerevolution.engagingreview.com\/reviews\/?p=2685"},"modified":"2023-05-30T17:43:59","modified_gmt":"2023-05-30T17:43:59","slug":"the-4-best-roku-media-players","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gamerevolution.com\/reviews\/the-4-best-roku-media-players\/","title":{"rendered":"The 4 Best Roku Media Players"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Roku Streaming Stick+<\/h2>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Roku-Streaming-Stick-HDR-Streaming-Long-range\/dp\/B075XLWML4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><div class=\"amazon-card\"><div class=\"product-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Roku-Streaming-Stick-HDR-Streaming-Long-range\/dp\/B075XLWML4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img title='' alt='' src='https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51BTvv0dVDL.jpg' \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"product-details\"><h3 class=\"product-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Roku-Streaming-Stick-HDR-Streaming-Long-range\/dp\/B075XLWML4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">One little stick, endless possibilities<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"product-summary\">With 4k streaming capabilities, an affordable price tag, and an extremely compact design, the Roku Streaming Stick+ wins the crown for best overall pick. <\/div><\/div><div class='product-award'><div>Best Overall<\/div><\/div><p class=\"find-in-btn-wrap\"><a class=\"find-in-btn btn-amazon product-amazon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Roku-Streaming-Stick-HDR-Streaming-Long-range\/dp\/B075XLWML4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Find on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/a>\n<p>It&#8217;s hard to believe how much power they packed into such a little device. Small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, the Roku Streaming Stick+ can deliver endless entertainment at that coveted 4k resolution. The setup is as simple as the design: plug it into the HDMI input of your television, connect to the Wifi, and you&#8217;re ready to stream. The wireless receiver has a super long range, so you don&#8217;t need to worry about proximity to the internet router. Our favorite part is the remote, which features a voice button that allows the user to control their experience with voice commands. Say goodbye to the days of fiddling with multiple remotes and struggling your way through different menus. It even features a button for voice control, which makes popping on subtitles or switching between services easy as pie.<\/p>\n<p>Pros<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Wide-range wireless receiver<\/li>\n<li>Sleek, compact design<\/li>\n<li>4k streaming capabilities<\/li>\n<li>Responsive remote<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Cons<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Consumes Wifi data when TV is in standby mode<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Roku Express<\/h2>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Roku-Express-Streaming-Media-Player\/dp\/B07WVFCVJN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><div class=\"amazon-card\"><div class=\"product-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Roku-Express-Streaming-Media-Player\/dp\/B07WVFCVJN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img title='' alt='' src='https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41xLLiTarLL.jpg' \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"product-details\"><h3 class=\"product-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Roku-Express-Streaming-Media-Player\/dp\/B07WVFCVJN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">The expressway to Netflix<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"product-summary\">For less than the cost of a couple of pizzas, Roku Express unlocks a vast world of streaming services. <\/div><\/div><div class='product-award'><div>Best on a Budget<\/div><\/div><p class=\"find-in-btn-wrap\"><a class=\"find-in-btn btn-amazon product-amazon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Roku-Express-Streaming-Media-Player\/dp\/B07WVFCVJN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Find on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/a>\n<p>For those looking for HD streaming without breaking the bank, the Roku Express is a dream come true. It&#8217;s inexpensive, at less than 30 bucks. It&#8217;s simple, with an included HDMI cable and a fast setup. Best of all, it&#8217;s Roku, giving you access to over half-a-million TV shows and movies. Plus, it even works with Google Assistant or Alexa, so you can control your streaming with voice commands. The Express doesn&#8217;t stream in 4k, but the HD image is colorful and uninterrupted. It&#8217;s a great option for those looking to turn their old TV into a Smart TV. At this price range, you can&#8217;t go wrong.<\/p>\n<p>Pros<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Complete access to Roku platforms<\/li>\n<li>No extra fees<\/li>\n<li>Inexpensive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Cons<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Maximum resolution of 1080p<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Roku Ultra<\/h2>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Roku-Streaming-Player-Premium-Headphones\/dp\/B07WVF9SL5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><div class=\"amazon-card\"><div class=\"product-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Roku-Streaming-Player-Premium-Headphones\/dp\/B07WVF9SL5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img title='' alt='' src='https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51bdq2FyM6L.jpg' \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"product-details\"><h3 class=\"product-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Roku-Streaming-Player-Premium-Headphones\/dp\/B07WVF9SL5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">The gold standard for streaming<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"product-summary\">The Roku Ultra is the best streaming device money can buy, with a quadcore processor and tons of premium features. <\/div><\/div><div class='product-award'><div>Best Premium<\/div><\/div><p class=\"find-in-btn-wrap\"><a class=\"find-in-btn btn-amazon product-amazon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Roku-Streaming-Player-Premium-Headphones\/dp\/B07WVF9SL5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Find on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/a>\n<p>The Roku Ultra sets the gold standard for streaming media players. It might be a little pricier than the other options on our list, but this simple little device packs a powerful punch. For starters, the voice commands and interface feature a lightning-fast response time, thanks to the quad-core processor. And with the extended range internet receiver, you&#8217;ll get to enjoy uninterrupted streaming in a stunning 4k picture format. Plus, the Ultra is packed with extra features that make streaming enthusiasts squeal with glee. The remote has a jack to plug in headphones, so you can enjoy your shows and movies without waking your housemates. It also has USB and micro SD ports that can plug-and-play your pre-loaded movies. Our favorite part? The lost remote finder means no more tearing apart the house for that elusive controller.<\/p>\n<p>Pros<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Includes Premium JBL headphones<\/li>\n<li>Extremely responsive controls<\/li>\n<li>Wifi and Ethernet port<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Cons<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Consumes phantom power in Standby mode<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Roku Premiere<\/h2>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Roku-Premiere-HDR-Streaming-Player-Premium\/dp\/B07HDBZN7Q\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><div class=\"amazon-card\"><div class=\"product-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Roku-Premiere-HDR-Streaming-Player-Premium\/dp\/B07HDBZN7Q\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img title='' alt='' src='https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/513kxkmmnTL.jpg' \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"product-details\"><h3 class=\"product-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Roku-Premiere-HDR-Streaming-Player-Premium\/dp\/B07HDBZN7Q\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Big picture, small price<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"product-summary\">Though it may not have the range or super compact design of the Streaming Stick+, the Roku Premiere is the least expensive option for streaming crisp 4k video.<\/div><\/div><div class='product-award'><div>Best Value for 4k Streaming<\/div><\/div><p class=\"find-in-btn-wrap\"><a class=\"find-in-btn btn-amazon product-amazon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Roku-Premiere-HDR-Streaming-Player-Premium\/dp\/B07HDBZN7Q\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Find on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/a>\n<p>If you&#8217;re hunting for the right Roku device but don&#8217;t want to sacrifice 4k image quality for price, look no further. The Roku Premiere is an inexpensive option with all the best features that we look for in a streaming media player. Through the included HDMI cable, the Premiere delivers 4k video at a max frame rate of 60 frames-per-second. Plus, we love the small, sleek design. This compact device is only a little larger than the Streaming Stick+ and looks great in place of your bulky old cablebox. It&#8217;s a great option for those with 4k televisions that don&#8217;t care for the bells and whistles of the more expensive Roku devices.<\/p>\n<p>Pros<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Optimizes image quality<\/li>\n<li>Fast setup<\/li>\n<li>Works with Alexa<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Cons<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>No integrated voice commands<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<p><strong>How does Roku TV work?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Roku is a device that streamlines all the different streaming platforms into one simple interface. That means one interface for switching between Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime, Hulu, and many more. It connects to your local internet connection to stream your favorite shows and movies. For example, if you are a subscriber of Netflix, Roku provides an interface for you to access your Netflix account. It also saves all your log-in information so you won&#8217;t have to keep signing in every time you want to access your account. You can even save payment information to rent movies and shows with the click of a button.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is the Roku mobile app used for?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Roku Mobile app is a free software that links your phone or tablet to your Roku media player. It&#8217;s compatible with any Apple device running iOS version 9.0 or higher, and any Android device running Android 4.4.4 or higher. Once downloaded and linked to our account, this simple app gives the user access to the entire Roku streaming interface. That means you can watch your favorite shows and movies on-the-go, right off your tablet or phone. Even better, it can be used in place of the remote controller, so you can plug your headphones into your phone and watch TV privately. It&#8217;s a great way to silently stream videos on your TV without bothering your housemates or neighbors. Although all of the Roku devices included on our list are compatible with the app, some older Roku devices may not be compatible.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Do you have to pay monthly to use Roku?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>While most of the platforms that are accessible through Roku do have subscription fees, there are no additional costs to use Roku. In other words, you will still have to pay for a Netflix, Disney+, or Amazon Prime membership, but Roku has no additional costs beyond the initial price.<\/p>\n<p>You will also have to set up a Roku account. However, this is free and has no monthly fees. There have been incidents in which some Roku users were scammed into paying a bogus company monthly fees, or even gave their account and payment information. Always remember that there are no additional fees with Roku.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Roku Streaming Stick+ It&#8217;s hard to believe how much power they packed into such a little device. Small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, the Roku Streaming Stick+ can deliver endless entertainment at that coveted 4k resolution. 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