Roku Streaming Stick

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£ 39, roku.com

Features

The obvious difference between this and the Chromecast is that the Roku comes with a remote, with intuitive controls and dedicated app buttons. There are also dual antennas, offering fast Wi-Fi on 2.5 or 5GHz frequencies.

design

With its thumb-drive-like shape and lairy purple exterior, the Roku isn’t anything to write home about, but the size means that with the majority of TVs, you won’t have to look at it once it’s plugged in. Thankfully, the remote is much nicer.

Interface

Getting around the interface with the remote is effortless, and you can customise the main apps list with your faves. Searching for content is tricky due to a lack of buttons on the remote – get the mobile app and use your voice instead.

content

Roku boasts more apps than any of its competitors, with over 2,000, but what’s important is that all the major ones are present, including Netflix, Amazon Instant Video, HBO GO, Sling TV and more. Now, this is entertainment!

Rates There are loads of apps, plus it’s fast and easy to use, thanks to the brilliant remote.

Slates It’s not that great to look at, and, though it’s still cheap, it’s more expensive than the Chromecast.