Rankings
The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus offers 4K Ultra HD streaming with Dolby Vision, HDR10+, Dolby Atmos and Wi-Fi 6, powered by an Alexa Voice Remote and AI-driven search. While it provides premium picture and audio, its 8 GB internal storage is limited and occasional lag can occur under heavy use. Best suited for Alexa-enabled households seeking high-quality 4K streaming.
The Roku Ultra LT (2023) is a compact 4K streaming player that offers Dolby Vision HDR, a voice remote with private-listening headphones, and Ethernet stability. It lacks a USB port and can suffer from Wi-Fi 5 inconsistencies, which may affect users who rely on wireless connectivity. Best for budget-conscious 4K TV owners who want premium HDR and a dedicated remote with headphones.
The ONN Android TV 4K UHD Streaming Device offers solid 4K HDR performance with Dolby Vision at a very affordable price, featuring a voice remote and built-in Chromecast. Its drawbacks are the absence of Ethernet and modest 2 GB RAM, which can affect multitasking. Ideal for budget-conscious cord-cutters who rely on Wi-Fi and don't need extensive local storage.
The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select is an affordable 4K streaming stick with fast app launches and strong HDR/Dolby support. Its limited 1 GB RAM, Wi-Fi 5 connectivity and lack of expandable storage are notable trade-offs. Best for budget-conscious casual streamers who want Alexa voice control.
TiVo Stream 4K is an Android TV dongle that aggregates multiple streaming apps and live TV into a single interface, offering 4K Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. Limitations include lack of Ethernet, an older Android 9 OS and modest internal storage. It suits casual streamers who want a unified UI and don't need wired networking.
The Roku Streaming Stick HD 2025 is an ultra-compact HD streaming stick that delivers 1080p video and includes a voice-enabled remote with TV controls. It lacks 4K and HDR support and has modest storage and RAM, which may affect performance. Ideal for budget-conscious users with HD-only TVs or secondary rooms.
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— | 0.51 GB | 2 GBbest | 2 GBbest | 2 GBbest | 1 GB | |
8 GBbest | 0.512 GB | 8 GBbest | — | 8 GBbest | 8 GBbest | |
— | — | 1best | — | 1best | — | |
— | — | 1best | — | 1best | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.045 kg | 0.06 kg | — | 0.167 kg | 0.34 kg | 0.043 kgbest |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | 0.25 years | 1 yearsbest | — | — |
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Performance(2) | ||||||
RAM (GB) | — | 0.51 GB | 2 GB | 2 GB | 2 GB | 1 GB |
Processor | Mediatek MT8696D | ARM Cortex A55 | Amlogic S905Y2 | Quad-core 1.5 GHz ARM Cortex A55/A53 | Amlogic S905Y2 | MT8698 MCM quad-core 1.7 GHz |
Display(2) | ||||||
Maximum Video Resolution | 4K | 1080p | 4K UHD | 3840x2160 | 4K | — |
HDR Support | true | false | true | true | true | true |
Storage(1) | ||||||
Internal Storage (GB) | 8 GB | 0.512 GB | 8 GB | — | 8 GB | 8 GB |
Connectivity(3) | ||||||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 6 | Wi‑Fi 4, Wi‑Fi 5 | 802.11ac | 802.11ac | 802.11ac | Wi-Fi 5 |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | 4.2 | — | 4.0 | 5.0 |
Ethernet Port | — | false | false | true | false | — |
Audio(1) | ||||||
Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Atmos | — | Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos, DTS, etc. | Dolby Atmos | Dolby Atmos passthrough, Dolby Digital Plus | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision audio |
Ports(1) | ||||||
HDMI Version | — | HDMI 2.0 | 2.0a | 2.0 | — | — |
Controls(1) | ||||||
Remote Type | Alexa Voice Remote | Roku Voice Remote | Voice remote with Google Assistant | Voice remote with headphones | Voice remote with Google Assistant | Alexa Voice Remote with TV controls |
Software(1) | ||||||
Operating System | Fire OS | Roku OS | Android 9.0 Pie | Roku OS | Google TV (Android TV 10) | Vega OS 1.1 |
General(1) | ||||||
Warranty (years) | 1 years | 1 years | 0.25 years | 1 years | — | — |
Build & Design(2) | ||||||
Weight (kg) | 0.0454 kg | 0.06 kg | — | 0.167 kg | 0.34 kg | 0.0425 kg |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 38.6x17.5x141.2 mm mm | 20.32x12.7x93.98 mm mm | 53.0×16.0×77.0 mm mm | 25.4x124.4x127 mm mm | — | 1.1787402×0.551181×4.26141732 in mm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the Fire TV Stick 4K Plus for its lightning-fast app starts, fluid navigation, and AI-driven search that feels smarter than previous generations. They highlight the premium picture and audio quality from Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and Dolby Atmos, as well as the added value of Xbox Game Pass cloud gaming. Wi-Fi 6 is praised for delivering reliable 4K streaming even on congested networks, though reviewers note minor lag under heavy use and the limited 8 GB storage compared to the 4K Max.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the device's speed, easy setup, and high-quality 4K/Wi-Fi 6 performance, often calling it "fast streaming, easy to setup, great apps" and noting its suitability for small spaces thanks to the HDMI extender. Recurring complaints focus on occasional lag and the limited internal storage, but overall satisfaction remains high.
“fast streaming, easy to setup, great apps”
“Works fast... perfect for streaming.”
“very impressed”
Pick the Fire TV Stick for speed, Alexa integration, and Amazon services; pick TiVo for a neutral Android platform that aggregates apps and includes live-TV options.
User feedback is sparse, but the few comments indicate interest in being able to download premium apps like HBO Max, while no major complaints or praise trends are evident.
Professional reviewers commend the TiVo Stream 4K for its content aggregation that simplifies browsing across multiple services and for delivering solid 4K Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos performance at a budget price. However, they criticize the modest Amlogic S905Y2 processor, the lack of Ethernet, and the outdated Android 9.0 operating system, noting these as trade-offs for the dongle's compact form factor.
Everyday users praise the device for its easy setup, responsive voice remote, and the "headache-free" unified recommendations that make managing multiple streaming accounts simple. Recurring complaints focus on the limited 8 GB internal storage, occasional app lag, the need for AAA batteries in the remote, and the absence of a wired Ethernet connection for more stable streaming.
Professional reviewers commend the Ultra LT for delivering a full-size Roku Ultra experience in a smaller, cheaper package, especially noting its solid 4K 60 fps performance, Dolby Vision support, and Ethernet stability. However, they flag the missing USB port and limited GPU details as notable compromises.
Everyday users consistently highlight the device's sharp 4K picture, fast UI, and convenient voice remote with headphones, while recurring complaints focus on the lack of USB connectivity and occasional Wi-Fi reliability issues.
Professional reviewers agree that the ONN 4K streaming box punches far above its weight class, delivering impressive 4K HDR picture quality, Dolby Atmos audio, and a responsive Google TV experience despite its modest hardware. They commend its value, fast boot times, and solid Wi-Fi performance, while noting the lack of Ethernet and limited RAM as the primary trade-offs.
Everyday users echo the reviewers' praise for price-to-performance, highlighting quick app loading, vibrant 4K streaming, and the convenience of the voice remote and built-in Chromecast. Recurring complaints focus on occasional lag, limited internal storage, no wired networking option, and a basic plastic build.
Professional hands-on reviewers commend the Fire TV Stick 4K Select for delivering the fastest app launches and a bright, crisp 4K picture at an affordable price, but criticize its outdated 1 GB RAM and Wi-Fi 5 radio.
Everyday users appreciate the smooth 4K streaming, quick app loading, Alexa voice control and the inclusion of free ad-supported TV and cloud gaming, while recurring complaints focus on occasional UI lag, limited storage/RAM and older Wi-Fi standard.
