Our quick take

Alternatives to consider…

Chromecast Ultra

  • Read the full Google Chromecast Ultra review

Roku Streaming Stick+ - 4.5 / 5

A familiar design 

  • HDMI stick design Separate “Advanced Wireless Receiver” Roku remote

 

  • Which is the best media streamer for you? New Fire TV vs Apple TV 4K vs Chromecast vs Roku

Features and functions 

  • All UK catch-up apps supported Major streaming services supported Has a proper menu and interface

Performance and interface 

  • Solid playback - even at top quality levels Easy to add new channels Cross-service searching

A bonus for casters

  • Supports Netflix and YouTube casting Cast photos, videos or music from your smartphone

But do you really need 4K HDR streaming?

  • Modern smart TVs do all this

To recap

In the Roku Streaming Stick+ we love the experience, we love the ease of use and the quality of the stream that we get from it. In a face-off with close rivals, we’d pick Roku every time. In fact, we do pick Roku every time in our own home setup. But do you actually need it?