What's Best for you? Roku Express 4K vs Streaming Stick 4K

With 10 Roku streaming devices out there, what's the best Roku for you?
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[@SteveDOES]

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[@georgebratiotis6008]

Thanks for the comparison between the Roku Express 4K+ and the Roku Streaming Stick 4K. I have the Roku Streaming Stick 4K and, because of your terrific comparison video, I realized that it would be a "step backward" to go from my Streaming Stick 4K to the Roku Express 4K+. Thanks for the fantastic information!

[@adamgreen7638]

I just bought the Streaming Stick 4K for my bedroom tv and I love it. It was easy to pair to my tv, and is very easy to use. Great selecton of channels, movies, etc. Very happy with it so far.

[@myreview-aaronfischer]

One MAJOR difference between the 2 on the remote is the box needs to have remote pointed directly at it. The other is IR which means it does not need to be pointed directly which is a pretty big difference as well.

[@booniekc]

Yea so i should get the 1 that's 49.99 not the 29.99 right?

[@justvincenturb]

@Matthew Harrup Thanks for the clarification. I was like, "Which one is which?" lol.

[@TheCorporateGardener]

Thank you for saying this! I will get the stick then :)

[@joeweatlu5169]

Actually IR (InfraRed) *_does_* need to be pointed at the box. The stick's remote is both IR and wi-fi, as is the remote for the Express 4K+. the remote *_does_* need to be pointed at the TV in order for volume and off/on to work.

[@daveswanson3380]

@@booniekc yes so that you can get all new movies TV as I said but your choice which I'm guessing youb have made a lot of wrong choices

[@joeweatlu5169]

One advantage of the Express 4k + is that if you want to purchase an after market remote, almost all that I've seen are IR only, meaning you can't use them for the stick. I have one in the bedroom and I'm purchasing a remote with back-lighting, which comes in handy for that room.

[@nicolecarter3360]

🤯🤯thank you soooo much I've ben looking for a while into getting roku and was debating on which one to get and understand. This broke it down soo easy and understandable. Waay better then any store person that's just trying to make a buck.

[@gbinman]

As others have noted, while you said the remotes are the same, one is IR (and I hate that silly module) and the other is wireless. I very much prefer the wireless, especial in the bedroom... the remote works under bedding. We have a few TCI Roku TVs which I like even more than the addon devices. They came with IR remotes but can be paired with wireless and can be plugged into ethernet for even more reliable performance. I wish the sticks used a small cord, some TV HDMI ports are hard to plug in. Your stick/TV shown would make wall mounting a issue.

[@FausseFugue]

Thank you for this. I was so confused when I started looking at the different version on Amazon. Your video made it a lot easier to understand!

[@kevinpowers9024]

I've just bought a TCL 6 series 55 inch TV. Will the remote for the Roku + work the TV? I have a Sharp Roku TV and I do like the Roku set up better that the TCL.

[@playhardbegood]

The one key benefit of using the express over the stick is that the batteries used with the stick remote do not last that long because of the constant WiFi used for communication. You really need to get rechargeable batteries for the remote if you're going to use the stick.

[@kenriley7159]

I'm trying to learn of these products. I've never used a streaming service. What is long distance Wi-Fi as mention at the 3:35 mark?

[@ninagrey4579]

Do I need separate internet if the Roku has wifi and Are there any monthly charges related to Roku four streaming stick or Roku 4+ express?

[@clairebrooks1101]

The Roku streaming 4K + People are saying on Amazon it’s the American version and BBC iPlayer may not be available. I’m very confused I want the plus version in order to get the voice commands remote control thank you

[@G_RAThbun]

Thanks buddy I've been setting up my brand new house following just about everything you suggest. Matter of fact I just got through putting in the beehive water controller. I like it I'm sure I'm going to like the new Roku. Thank you for your videos

[@SteveDOES]

Fantastic! Thanks for the feedback!

[@mariannasanfilippo5819]

@@SteveDOES Thank you for the recommendation I appreciate it.

[@mirrorblue100]

Hey thanks for a great understandable comparison!

[@oraofficial7899]

Just curious, what is use case for this streaming stick ? , Smart TVs devices have been support 4k too

[@DarrenPogue]

Do you know if the LG Magic remote can control either device?

[@mnmbittko7549]

I've have the Epress 4k÷ Roku in bedroom that has no cable. I have Spectrum cable provider in front room and can fast forward pause, etc. In bedroom w/installed apps that includes Spectrum, I can not pause or rewind live TV. Only recorded programs/on demand/streaming With the roku express 4k+. Can anyone help me to do this?

[@september6946]

Thank you better then all the other platforms you got right to the point.

[@marshakirby9978]

Thank you. This has been very helpful.

[@alexpilgrim8248]

@SteveDOES Can you power off the streaming stick or does it only power down when you turn off your TV?

[@hproberts]

Hey thanks for the great video! Which Roku would you recommend with an outdoor projector?

[@SuperEdgar10]

Do they turn on amd off all non smart tvs?

[@dortmundermunchen9210]

I have the Roku ultra and the stick and I love them both. The only difference like you said it’s the control.

[@crockettization]

Thank you soooo much, your video is Amazing and wonderfully explanatory, You give me so much confidence to try this installation on my own!!

[@vivian4949]

Would I be able to pair my Bluetooth hearing aids with the Roku stick?

[@Excalibur2]

Showing that website was priceless. With that, I feel a lot more comfortable picking a unit. It would be interesting to see some testing to see if one model performs better than another. I'm betting the stick version has worse performance because of limited power from a USB slot.

[@candaceoseibonsu7739]

Thanks for the honest review. You convince me once the box kept falling backwards, it appeared that the cord wasn’t long enough👍🏾

[@chrisgraham2904]

The cord length probably isn't a problem. The box weighs only a few ounces and is out weighed by the cord. Double sided tape is probably the best solution.

[@danielpacheco4580]

Do u need a internet connection to have them working I wast sure if you need one

[@liger1969]

What about local channels will u be able to pull up local in ur area amazon firestick give u that option

[@joyceivey987]

Thanks for the info!

[@samuelmcsweeney9218]

thank you random man i liked the music at the end

[@ZainabFatally]

Which android version does the roku box use?

[@algomistry1634]

Information provided in this video is everywhere. Nothing unique or different discussed. People always look out for something unique. For example talk about the Dolby Atmos passthrough in Roku Stick. Very interesting topic! That is game changer in this small device. Cheers!

[@gregpointer2654]

Sorry for sounding dumb trying to figure the best streaming device but my question is live tv is that my local channels?

[@donnaintexas7612]

I'm simply looking for making FNC & FN to work daily on live streaming. I don't understand why they don’t want to do live stream when I turn their channel on?

[@AMCII]

Excellent. Thank you.

[@RubOneOutRosie]

What kind of TV do I need to get the 4K resolution It is the 4K resolution on all of the Roku content

[@poggymac]

hi just bought the Roku Express 4K from amazon and it does not seem to have a volume button on the remote only the Roku Streaming Stick+ has it should i cancel my order and go with the Roku Streaming Stick+

[@WhiteZelda]

I think that theres an express 4k and a 4k+, the difference being the remote only, the 4k+ has the volume controls, the other one doesnt i think. I got the 4K+ and it has the volume controls.

[@TerrydeAlaska]

I couldn't find the comparison spread sheet linked?

[@JomoDaMusicMan]

CAN ONE, ROKU ULTRA BE USED FOR TWO TV'S , BOTH ARE 1080's and one TV is a sharp and the other is Samsung

[@MadeByTriniLena]

Great info, thxs, cable is expensive but I need my live local news, I guess that’ll be see with Live TV

[@anthonyadams8542]

the cable bill by it self went up $30 dollars more than what i was paying last month cancelled it and bought a roku ultra lt and i love it no more cable bills whole lot of channels and apps that are free

[@ernestoparedes8512]

I have a question, I'm not savvy when it comes to Wi-Fi, what I would like to know is, will the stick version, convert My TV into a Smart TV? I have an android phone and can't screen mirror My phone to the Roku TV, I don't want to pay for internet, just want to mirror screen from My android phone. Can anyone enlighten Me?

[@SzymonPmc]

I got the stick 4k on sale and it was cheaper than the express. Working fine so far, managed to sync it with my PC library of pirated movies just fine.

[@Shineinpoverty]

hail piracy!

[@ratfink13fan51]

Thank you 😊

[@kyc117]

Thank you so much for the information

[@bluemarvel4601]

So you don't need the internet modem?

[@mistergrendel32]

Does KZbin have to be open on my laptop before I can watch it on my TV? Good video. I would prefer the stick. 🤓

[@cmgutmann9556]

Can I use the stick on a labtop. I don't own a TV I travel too much.

[@DanoSuits]

Dude. I dont see the link you mentioned for the specs?

[@munisco]

You note that the stick 4k has faster wifi. What does that mean for me?

[@Imbauttakum]

I tested it and you don’t need to aim for roku express 4K+, I have multiple behind tv and it works great

[@see7777]

Do I need to pay monthly fee for any subscription for the each of this app like Hulu, Netflix, Disney+, CBS???? Or it is already paid by buying Roku???

[@SteveDOES]

You still need to subscribe to each service separately. You can then login to each one on the Roku.

[@Lily_Samson]

There are many free channels to subscribe to and add to your Roku channel list. Also some that offer live, local news and tv stations...again, free... I personally refuse to pay for streaming channels, but prefer to rent a movie for under $5 rather than pay that amount monthly to have that particular channel...I don't 'binge watch' any shows, so for me this works great! 🦋Lily🦋 P.S. If you're a Amazon Prime member you can get the Prime app at no additional charge...If not, there's Freebie (also Amazon app) which offers free content/vast variety...Not mainstream 'new' movies...Of course with the free streaming apps you'll contend with ads...Not in the Prime app though.

[@GODDESAFRODITA]

Les voy a dar una razón por la cual el roku pegado al televisor no es buena opción, después de cinco años con el calor del televisor el roku se sobrecalentaba (después de tres horas de ver películas) con el roku streaming stick 4K no pasa eso

[@JasonSpitzMI50]

I used Alien tape to stick the receiver underneath the TV and it worked great 🙄.

[@StKnightis64]

Great review. 👍

[@satisfyingplug7076]

Will it turn ur tv 4k

[@davealongi3231]

I only have 1 usb port on the tv, can I use a usb hub or splitter to hook up the stick? And I have 2 HDMI ports.

[@Mikey-ym6ok]

I wouldn’t advise. I never had a good use from splitters. Splitters are never advised for TVs. I’m only have two on mine and had to make sacrifices. Splitters cause so many issues. Like for my soundbar I had to use optical instead of hdmi arc, on top of that Bluetooth was lagging. So you’re gonna have to prioritize what you want and what you can live without. Even the best brand of splitters just aren’t good.

[@TreeBu67]

Like u, I like the streaming stick bc it's hidden. The thing is that my USB port is located on the backside of my tv just like shown in ur demonstration. My tv is hung up on a wall bracket. It looks like that stick would stick out too much to fit between the wall and the hung tv. Mine doesn't have any USB ports that face towards the sides either. I'm glad I saw ur video, thx😊🐈

[@imantha]

You can use a 90 degree USB adapter

[@averyroot7643]

My tv is wall mounted....the stick looks too long to use.....is there a cable that I can buy to plug in and drop it down so I can use the stick?

[@chrisgraham2904]

Yes, you can use a cable, or buy a 90 degree adapter (about $6 at any electronics store or Amazon), so the stick isn't sticking 4 inches straight out of the back of the TV.

[@maggie2244]

Love the Roku interface and all the features a great product overall. I’ve also done a lot of research and settled on the Roku Streaming Stick 4K. I have only 1 complaint after installing it and trying it, the images are not as clear as on my native LG smart tv ( 2021) apps when I compare them. I’ve accessed all the settings to adjust and still, images are not as sharp, watercolour effect… ugh.. what to do?

[@innocentnzewuji5230]

How do I watch CNN, Supersport, or Fox sports, othere sports channels that stream live UEFA champions ..., and aljazera?

[@cabirismael4731]

Do we need to pay monthly?

[@SylveonMujigaeOfficial]

I’ve seen the Roku Express twice, but the TV I got for my birthday in 2019 has Roku built-in.

[@EllaSouthportfair]

I just got a streaming stick today....do I need a wireless router as well..?

[@CleanClearCalmHome]

Thanks 😊

[@robertrapp5784]

Do you have to inter a credit card number to activate the Roku

[@anthonyadams8542]

that is on there in case you want to purchase other apps that are not free on Roku

[@alanvallazza9781]

Nobody has been able to fix this funny situation. I set up the Streaming Stick 4K on one TV but moved it to another. So the volume controls and power button still run the other TV on the remote. Worse still the settings menu says use the pair button...huh? Which button is that on the remote?

[@gbinman]

the pairing button is under the battery cover

[@Morixxiii]

can you cast on both of the devices

[@george4u1960]

I love your TV I love the stand my Samsung TV has just went out I had it for 10 years. I don't like the new fans on the new TV.

[@garygarriott3099]

Can I use Roku Streaming Stick outside the USA?

[@Mikey-ym6ok]

They got an international version

[@Whereswolfie30]

Im debating ruko or the last Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max have you used that

[@SteveDOES]

I do like the Fire TV but, Amazon is stating to insert ads into their devices and I’m not a fan of that.

[@Whereswolfie30]

@@SteveDOES what is the best buy for the ruko? I'm torn as I'm new to it been told that the unit is better than going by the stick not sure if that's true but whats comparable to that latest firestick? Also do you know which ones would allow me to use xfinity stream as that is part of the reason I need to get on since my smart TV vizio unfortunately doesn't have that app yet

[@Physics072]

No specs on the storage for the apps? Firesticks are 8Gb what is the Roku express? Not talking about the 1GB ram but the app storage.

[@festivaljapan]

amazing. One of your Fans.

[@SteveDOES]

Awesome! Thanks for watching :)

[@dianegreenwood6152]

If we don’t have a smart Tv can we use the streaming stick 4k

[@SteveDOES]

Yes you can. You just need a working HDMI port.

[@JayzBeerz]

The Roku Stick 4K for $24.99 is a great deal.

[@rogerwright5706]

Where can purchase at 24.00

[@rogerwright5706]

9:54

[@bobbymele9057]

@3:10 did he say Fire Stick?

[@janietallman6950]

I've watched so many of your videos on a plethora of topics. You're great to follow! Unfortunately, I couldn't find the comparison chart that you showed in this video :{

[@rondavis1262]

I have Roku I’m happy with it what I don’t like is there customer service the only way too get any help is by text you ask them a question and five minutes later they answer that is not the way to do businesses it was much better when you could talk to someone live….

[@johnnyleo5028]

Roku customer service is pretty bad according to ReviewCrusher android app. It's got only 1.4 star in their analysis.

[@wallab731]

With a stick poking out the back, what do you do if your television is mounted on the wall?

[@myreview-aaronfischer]

Get an HDMI extender.

[@marthadivin289]

Roku sends an HDMI extender free

[@XxCremeDeLaCreme]

Do you refer Roku or Amazon fire stick?

[@daveswanson3380]

Firestick waaaaay above roku

[@ericrcarter5334]

My remote says Error,, and won't let me continue, repeats error on screen.

[@JediWebSurf]

the roku stick has a wifi remote while the other one doesn't and you have to point the remote to the box for it to work.

[@nathanielkempher7183]

I agree the extra $10 bucks will be Worth the extra features

[@tonyclem8453]

We are just admitting to the Roku devices is there anyway that you can record different TV shows on Roku that is our biggest problem with getting rid of cable right now it's the ability to record and watch a show without commercials

[@jozzerful2]

I did not hear him mention my won the Roku premium stream 4K HDR,TV

[@zacharylee1995]

Since the Roku Express is actually supposed to the cheapest, I'm am actually thinking about buying that version ☺️

[@feathersketch4843]

You’re paying for a slower device that is prone to more glitches. I just upgraded from the base model to one of these (the stick) and I will not be going back

[@ericwalks1]

Streaming stick does have a tendency to overheat if you don't keep it away from the TV or the temperature gets above 80 in my house. other then that I have used Roku for over 10 years.

[@ELVIRA428]

I am going to bring mine back. Bought the Roku Streaming Stick ...Can't add any third party apps/apks! Sucks! Going to go back to firestick for bedroom. I have NVIDIA SHEILD for all my other TV's. N.S. is the best android tv device ever!

[@jermaineholmes3531]

I have a roku TV and android Where can I find this device you mentioned

[@ELVIRA428]

@@jermaineholmes3531 I bought mine at Best Buy. Nvidia Shield in my opinion is the best streaming device ever! Can be pricey but so worth it! I have 2 and going to buy a 3rd.

[@ashman0071]

I have big problems with 'devices' that continually PHISH for my cell phone number by asking me to scan QR codes - no thanks - Roku stock was $460 - now it's $60 .......

[@leewaddell8561]

I agree the stick is nicer and out of sight,

[@michaelwyckoff8121]

Stick is better because it has Dolby Vision at 60bfps

[@caldwellfisher5288]

first 30 seconds AAAAAAAHHH! Im off to order a basic amazon stick.

[@Nick-mt2yu]

does roku have youtube?

[@Nick-mt2yu]

i saw youtube tv is there. but i mean just youtube

[@eriwalks6858]

the streaming sticks tend to overheat unless they are in the open.

[@rebfan9200]

I put the box behind the TV, the remote still works good.

[@fiouable]

My tv is on the wall. The stick won’t fit. Duh.

[@deanmoriarty9661]

You still can't sideload apps onto a roku device, yes? Why in the world would one pay money for fewer options?

[@Shineinpoverty]

I believe you can do with firestick too. At least according to several articles I read on

[@gailjohnson6670]

On earlier recommendation from store assistant I got 4k stick for $49.00. Thank you for video. Blessings to you.

[@ejc1956]

Overall I like the streaming stick because it’s out of the way behind the TV