TiVo MINI VOX
Score: 66/100
Amazon Fire TV Cube
Score: 82/100Rankings
The Amazon Fire TV Cube is a hands-free 4K Ultra HD player with built-in Alexa, HDMI input and support for Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. Its drawbacks include a bulkier form factor, lack of gaming-focused features like VRR/ALLM, and occasional ad-heavy UI. Best suited for Alexa-centric households that want seamless voice control and premium video/audio.
The TiVo Mini VOX is a 4K UHD streaming player that extends TiVo DVR functionality to secondary rooms with voice-controlled navigation. Its lack of built-in Wi-Fi and reliance on a DVR tuner limit standalone use. Best suited for existing TiVo Bolt owners seeking multi-room streaming.
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| ↓ lower better | 353.8 gbest | 513 g |
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1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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Ports(1) | ||
HDMI Ports (count) | 1 count | 2 count |
Display(1) | ||
Maximum Video Resolution | 3840x2160 | 4K UHD |
Controls(1) | ||
Remote Type | Voice remote | Alexa Voice Remote |
Audio(1) | ||
Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Audio/MAT, DTS, DTS-HD, AAC-LC, AC3, eAC3, FLAC, MP3, PCM/Wave, Vorbis |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 353.8 g | 513 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 27.94x139.7x144.78 mm mm | 77 x 86 x 86 mm mm |
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Professional reviewers view the TiVo Mini VOX as a solid 4K companion for existing TiVo ecosystems, applauding its HDR10 upscaling, voice control and seamless multi-room DVR integration, while noting its lack of Wi-Fi and standalone functionality as notable shortcomings.
Everyday users generally praise the Mini VOX for its effortless multi-room live TV and recording access and for freeing up tuners for streaming apps, but they frequently complain about tuner scarcity during heavy usage and the need for a wired Ethernet connection.
“watch live TV on each of the Minis and still from Bolt”
“can count on one hand how many times”
Professional reviewers praise the Fire TV Cube for its powerful octa-core CPU, comprehensive HDR and Dolby Atmos support, and the unique hands-free Alexa with HDMI input that simplifies switching between streaming and live sources. However, they note the mediocre SDR upscaling, lack of gaming-focused features like VRR/ALLM, and a bulkier form factor compared to slimmer competitors.
Everyday users consistently highlight the convenience of hands-free Alexa, rapid app launches, and excellent 4K/Dolby Vision picture quality, while expressing frustration over intrusive ads, occasional voice-recognition hiccups, and sub-par upscaling of non-4K content.
