RokuStreaming Stick+ | HD/4K/HDR Streaming Media Player, Black

I have a rather large collection of TV streaming sticks. This is ranging from the Apple TV 4k, to the Nvidia Shield (which is still the best) and now this.During the lockdown, I was in desperate need of a new streaming stick so that my girlfriend could watch a number of mind numbing episodes from MTV (need I name them, you can probably guess...) and the only way we found we could do that (in the UK, and legitimately) was to use NowTV. Believe it or not, with out costing an arm or a leg, the only answer was to get the Roku stick. We did try the Amazon FireStick 4K, but unfortunately that had no Now TV, nor did it have MTV. So that wasn't suffice for us/her.Setup was an absolute breeze. A friendly, intuitive user interface, which just works perfectly. No lag, no headaches, everything is exactly where you expect it to be. Installing new apps/channels is a one click process whether it be from the app on your phone, or navigating the channel store on the Roku. I didn't need to Google anything (Win!)The features of this user friendly streaming stick is perfect for all of our needs. Admittedly, a lot less features than an Android TV equivalent. But as I said, no headaches, and no lag. It keeps all app/channels up to date in a seamless manner, and did I say? It has NowTV!Included in the box is a WiFi range extender which allows us to connect to our 5Ghz WiFi with a solid connection. Which itself is super. No waiting for anything to load, it's instant and ready to go.The included controller has an IR blaster, so when you've set it up correctly, you can turn your TV off and on, aswell as make adjustments to the audio volume. This is a sweet feature to have. We now only need one remote.The app (for you smartphone) be it iPhone/Android allows you to listen to the TV privately through your connected earphones. This feature is a godsend. Remember I mentioned those mind numbing episodes. Alternatively, I guess you could use this feature whilst your other half is trying to sleep.One other noteable feature was the IFFFT capability. Meaning that you can ask Google/Alexa to turn the TV off/on (which it actually does through CEC) you can play & pause video etc, I've not tried too much more. But I though that was a great feature. Who needs a smartplug aye?I'm quite happy with this purchase and it's simplicity.

Fantastic product, I was torn between this and the Amazon fire stick, which are the same price. After heavy research and constantly changing my mind back and fourth, I decided to go for the Roku and it’s fantastic, I’m not disappointed. It’s a great product for someone who is just using the Roku as they’re only method of tv, but also can be used as an add on for a tv that doesn’t have certain apps. I love how portable it is, I bought it because I wanted one streaming stick that I could use in both my kitchen and bedroom by just unplugging it and taking it up with me and I’ve found it to be a quick, easy and painless move each time and it’s speedy loading up. The only thing is when I move the stick to a different tv I have to recalibrate the remote as the sole remote, but that wouldn’t be a problem for someone just using one tv and it’s very useful thing to have, it saves you from having to use two or more remotes like you have to with an Apple TV. Overall I’m in love with this streaming stick and I’m tempted to buy another in the future, for the price it’s a no brainer, it collects all your apps together, Netflix, Amazon Prime, YouTube and a load of others that I’ve come across and it’s definitely my favourite way to watch tv!

This was an upgrade, I’ve used Roku for oooh a long time, it just works, never any problems. It’s list of big name streaming apps is second to none plus thousands of niche content tv channel apps.Even if you don’t yet have a 4K tv, I’d still recommend getting this model, why?, the remote. It’s wireless so you don’t have to point it at one “sweet spot” it just works. Also this remote has voice search built in. As it’s wireless it means your streaming stick hides neatly away behind your tv, no other boxes to find space for.A great feature in the app you can download is private listening, you use your phone or tablets headphones and turn your tv sound down. I believe more than one person can use it. It’s great for late night tv listening or that fuller audio experience when watching movies. I use it all the time, no noticeable delays or other issues, it just works.Roku is a very long standing reliable, trustworthy company in my opinion, so if it asks for your card details or PayPal details, that’s only to give you the option to buy things in the future.....if you wish. They’re not in the habit of doing anything shady.I have several Roku devices one on every tv. Far, far better than any built in smart tv system.As for content, at time of review, Amazon Prime Video is on there as is AppleTV, iPlayer, Netflix, ITV and STV players, All4, My5, YouTube, Vimeo, Google Play Movies, Sky Tore, Rakuten TV, UKTV Play, Pluto, Cinematio, NowTV, Spotify, HayU, TubeIn, VEVO, Box+, RedBull TV, WWE, Deezer, lots of news channels, just tons and tons of things and some games too.You can also, using the app, mirror videos, music or fire over a photo slideshow to the device.It does a heck of a lot, works very well, I love it.