TOP 5 STREAMING STICKS 2020 - (Fire TV vs Apple TV vs Roku vs Chromecast vs...)

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Mike O'Brien

3 жыл бұрын

TV streaming sticks have come a long way. They now offer amazing features at a very low price, but which one is the best of the best?
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@MikeOBrienMedia
@MikeOBrienMedia 3 жыл бұрын
So which is your favorite?? Also, if you liked the video, be sure to click the SUBSCRIBE button! It would make my day :) And if you want to talk more about tech, follow me on Twiitter! twitter.com/mikeobrienn
@Hood8891
@Hood8891 3 жыл бұрын
so far im leaning towards chromecast with google tv. wondering if theres a solution that also supports usb to play mkv files (which has chromecast aswell and doesnt sacrifice important features like dolby vision, like the xiaomi mi box s does). still got some research to do, the video did help nontheless, thanks
@MikhelBL
@MikhelBL 3 жыл бұрын
Mi favorite is the FireTV Stick 4K for the same reasons you liked the new chromecast: You can put it in any angle with the HDMI extension Controls the TV You can change inputs with the voice assistant Alexa assistant integrated You can use your photos as screensavers 4K with HDR, HDR10, HDR10+ and Dolby Vision Dolby Atmos audio You can pair it with an Echo Studio, Echo, or an Echo Dot (or more Echos if you want to), to stream the audio to it without lag. You can pair it to an Echo Flex or Echo Input via bluetooth and it won't have lag. The plus: you can control it using the Echo Dot.
@alexarivas239
@alexarivas239 3 жыл бұрын
My favorite is the Roku
@stevenmaggi7942
@stevenmaggi7942 3 жыл бұрын
Shield or TiVo 4k. I prefer the android interface. It's far less ad driven then everything else by a mile
@jake_lacroix5417
@jake_lacroix5417 3 жыл бұрын
i have both the chromecast (2020) and apple tv (4k) and i do like the chromecast better even though i am more of an apple fan
@Alikk784
@Alikk784 3 жыл бұрын
this dude looks so honest and i love he doesnt brag about any fucking thing that someone sponsored or whatnot he legit feels like he put alot of time and work in his research to bring the content that actually helps us .... i am subscribing i am a fan now ... hats off
@stavros5173
@stavros5173 3 жыл бұрын
I got the Roku streming stick + and I love it. There is no headphone jack on the remote controle but I can use the Roku android app private listening option and get sound via the headphones linked to my smartphone and there is no lag/delay with the sound. There is a lot of free stuff through the Roku chanel, movies, series etc.. I would recommend it to anyone trying to transform a non-smart tv into a smart tv 🙂
@AcesMR6
@AcesMR6 2 жыл бұрын
That’s a really cool feature! I knew about the Rocky app but didn’t know about using it with wired headphones.
@jayhreins82
@jayhreins82 3 жыл бұрын
I don’t understand why you don’t have a million subscribers This is definitely the place for good tech reviews
@MikeOBrienMedia
@MikeOBrienMedia 3 жыл бұрын
Much appreciated! It means a lot to hear such positive feedback!
@Zach-eo8ru
@Zach-eo8ru 3 жыл бұрын
@HWD TV opinions are subjective, don’t say that they definitely “are”. :)
@Andreshms3
@Andreshms3 3 жыл бұрын
Yes me to I was about to subscribe and I see the amount I say WHAT he deserves more GOOD VIDEOS MIKE
@Andreshms3
@Andreshms3 3 жыл бұрын
I was the 227,000 suscriber
@darkwhisper98
@darkwhisper98 3 жыл бұрын
Never knew that you could airplay with the Roku tv. Def a selling point for me, instead of buying the Apple TV box for much more. I’m in the Apple ecosystem but currently use a fire stick as my streaming device. I always wish that it had airplay so I can cast.
@zurkeydurkey
@zurkeydurkey 2 жыл бұрын
Actually, you don't need to find the TV remote to switch HDMI (when you were mentioning Fire TV Stick couldn't). You can hold the mic button down on the Fire TV remote and say "Switch to HDMI 'X'" and it will switch.
@MeesterAndrew
@MeesterAndrew 2 жыл бұрын
WHAT. HOW DID I NOT KNOW THIS
@LesRealLlama
@LesRealLlama 2 жыл бұрын
@@MeesterAndrew cuz maybe u did think about it.
@louiekingston8969
@louiekingston8969 2 жыл бұрын
I just press home on my remote and it just comes on as normal
@zurkeydurkey
@zurkeydurkey 2 жыл бұрын
@@louiekingston8969 yep that's another way.
@arealhebrew
@arealhebrew 2 жыл бұрын
Not on GOOGLE CHROME CAST TV
@SkepticCyclist
@SkepticCyclist 3 жыл бұрын
The only negative about the Chromecast is their color choices. I wish they had things other than those pastel colors that stand out like a sore thumb. Everything in the entertainment center and all the remotes are black, grey, or dark wood, and then there is this bright white thing that practically glows in the dark. I really wish they had a black option like they did with the other Chromecasts
@ishmamchowdhury7134
@ishmamchowdhury7134 3 жыл бұрын
Just bought the new Snow Google Chromecast with Google TV absolutely loving it & the interface!
@good-tn9sr
@good-tn9sr 3 жыл бұрын
That’s why I’m most likely gonna get that because the UI just looks so clean.
@jumpmanjourneys
@jumpmanjourneys 3 жыл бұрын
ye same
@upya3813
@upya3813 2 жыл бұрын
since you provided so much information and clarity, here’s one back I can suggest for you! :) -> When using your Chromecast with Google TV and you’ve got your bluetooth earbuds or headset on… and as you mentioned, “there’s a bit of lag there” = many TV’s (perhaps not the budget varieties; but many major brands) should have an option in the menu under ‘Sound’ or ‘Audio’ settings to adjust the lip sync delay. This is usually represented on screen as a L(-) R(+) Slider style and increments by ms values. If you can find this setting on your TV it might help bring the audio in sync with the picture. (I think it actually buffers the picture to the audio not the audio to the picture, but hey semantics! ). …Shame the ChromeCast doesn’t have that setting onboard itself tho…
@frankhunts2936
@frankhunts2936 3 жыл бұрын
I bought a Chromecast Google TV stick .... and i love it....
@robincobb8611
@robincobb8611 3 жыл бұрын
The new Chromecast is my favorite. I hope they bring that interface to the Nvidia Shield!
@paulgettinger5983
@paulgettinger5983 3 жыл бұрын
You can also change the input with the Fire TV stick. Press the microphone button and say Change Input.
@JH-nl6bp
@JH-nl6bp 3 жыл бұрын
I love my Roku Hisense TV. It is super easy to set up and use.
@ronniejaye1
@ronniejaye1 3 жыл бұрын
Just got the new Chromecast and it's amazing.
@MikeOBrienMedia
@MikeOBrienMedia 3 жыл бұрын
Nice! I'm glad you like it!
@down813
@down813 3 жыл бұрын
I got a Chromecast but it's the 3rd gen. It's very easy to use.
@condorX2
@condorX2 3 жыл бұрын
I'm still using a Roku express for my old CRT TV. Now I can watch free kung fu movies on KZbin xD
@Vexies
@Vexies 3 жыл бұрын
Does it have bluetooth?
@eando97
@eando97 3 жыл бұрын
@@Vexies Yes, the Chromecast has bluetooth
@saharvarona
@saharvarona 3 жыл бұрын
Lol how timely. My sister and i will be buying a streaming stick by end of november and this video couldn’t have been more timely (we will not get cable)
@MikeOBrienMedia
@MikeOBrienMedia 3 жыл бұрын
Oh nice! In my opinion, that is a smart decision to not get cable. I haven't had cable in years. Why pay $120/mo for commercials when KZbin is free and Netflix is like $10/mo 😂
@BA-rh5hy
@BA-rh5hy 3 жыл бұрын
I must say I love my new chromecast with Google TV
@MikeOBrienMedia
@MikeOBrienMedia 3 жыл бұрын
Nice! It is a solid device so far!
@SparkzEnt
@SparkzEnt 3 жыл бұрын
Same! I have been using mine for a bit now, and I'm enjoying it
@anthonywilliams9415
@anthonywilliams9415 3 жыл бұрын
Me too!! I really like the fact that it can run emulators
@DIHTR
@DIHTR 3 жыл бұрын
If you have an android phone then Chromecast is the way to go. I love it!
@SimonStuff2000
@SimonStuff2000 3 жыл бұрын
Xiaomi Mi Box S is the correct answer.
@itz_feley417
@itz_feley417 3 жыл бұрын
Is Spotify on Chromecast?
@i_lunardi8504
@i_lunardi8504 3 жыл бұрын
@@itz_feley417 yes
@Prod.M00N
@Prod.M00N 3 жыл бұрын
@@SimonStuff2000 The Chromecast with Google Tv is way better than the Xiaomi mi box s, it haves a better UI, better processor and features
@TofunmiAwodein
@TofunmiAwodein 3 жыл бұрын
I'm about to pay N6000 more in Nigeria just for the Chromecast better UI and OS support over the mi box S
@airwaves7
@airwaves7 3 жыл бұрын
I have an Apple TV 3rd Gen, been tempted to buy the 4k version but I passed on it and purchased a Roku Express Premium 4K that way I get to have more channels that Apple TV doesn’t have and ROKU now supports Apple TV+ which is a win, win! and the good thing about it.... it much cheaper and I can travel with it.
@mihailisenco
@mihailisenco 3 жыл бұрын
This video was very helpful, it made me make a desicion more informed about all the options
@lala9999999999999ify
@lala9999999999999ify 3 жыл бұрын
Basically if you own everything Apple get a Apple TV shit is actually super clean and the fact it connects to all your devices is super clutch.... that being said if you ain’t a big Apple head get a firestick you can jailbreak it and play super Mario 64 no Nintendo switch required 😂😂
@mariamonroe1974
@mariamonroe1974 3 жыл бұрын
got the amazon fire tv stick 3rd generation for my birthday i upgraded from the roku 2 , love my firestick so far. 🤗
@DawymTv
@DawymTv 3 жыл бұрын
Nice video but I still can't decide between the Apple tv and chromcast Greetings from Germany✌🏽
@Ytahiri
@Ytahiri 3 жыл бұрын
What is the problem with Fire tv? I want actually to buy one
@mohammedfahdfarooqui3851
@mohammedfahdfarooqui3851 3 жыл бұрын
Good to see someone make a comparison of streaming sticks 👍👍👍
@MikeOBrienMedia
@MikeOBrienMedia 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it! I figured they make great christmas gifts, so a Top 5 video seemed like it might be helpful
@mohammedfahdfarooqui3851
@mohammedfahdfarooqui3851 3 жыл бұрын
@@MikeOBrienMedia already have a Amazon fire stick. But good to see other options too
@chl_ca
@chl_ca 2 жыл бұрын
i upgraded from a Fire TV Stick to an Apple TV, and i haven't regretted making that choice everything is much smoother, faster and it has quite a few more apps (i made that upgrade before watching this video, but i still found it really interesting)
@kedella.M
@kedella.M 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video!! I'm trying to figure out which one to buy and this helped.
@whiskeyshots
@whiskeyshots 3 жыл бұрын
Top 5 streaming sticks? These are basically all of the streaming sticks. I keep trying to leave Roku because the interface is clunky and dated compared to the others, but it is basically the Switzerland of streaming sticks and has pretty much every service available on it, so I end up back on it.
@coolgirlalicia9195
@coolgirlalicia9195 3 жыл бұрын
This was pretty funny made me laugh
@Crasho327
@Crasho327 3 жыл бұрын
I had a Firestick and replaced it with an Apple TV. I agree that the interface is horrible. I like the Apple TV interface and the fact that you can get all the other high profile services. The interface is really nice. The only reason I don’t use it anymore is that I updated my TV to an LG, which has the apps for pretty much everything available.
@MikeOBrienMedia
@MikeOBrienMedia 3 жыл бұрын
If Apple comes out with another TV box/stick, I look forward to reviewing it. They have a ton of cool features that nobody else really offers!
@martingo2680
@martingo2680 2 жыл бұрын
I own them all and honestly buy the one you pay monthly service for. Buy Chromecast if you pay for KZbin premium. But Apple if you pay for Apple TV Buy Fire stick if you pay for prime.
@jakobalgeblad6732
@jakobalgeblad6732 2 жыл бұрын
If you don't got any of those and want to use the remote for youtube, hbo, netflix, disney+ ?
@martingo2680
@martingo2680 2 жыл бұрын
@@jakobalgeblad6732 If you have a smart TV, use it. As long as it is not too old it will be just as good for what you just mentioned. Honestly, I use LG's interface instead of my Apple TV 4k. Apple Tv. Super smooth but KZbin doesn't have full support for some surround sound audio on Apple TV. If not, Google Chrome TV stick, whatever they're called nowadays.. it's better than fire Stick because you don't get ads.
@jakobalgeblad6732
@jakobalgeblad6732 2 жыл бұрын
@@martingo2680 Thanks
@renitafelton9604
@renitafelton9604 3 жыл бұрын
I brought the Roku plus for my 7 year old daughter and I am going to try the Chromecast. Thank you for this video it was very helpful to me !
@jccnguyen
@jccnguyen 3 жыл бұрын
Infomative video. I got chromecast with google tv and I can also control my TV and soundbar with its remote
@cristianionita3964
@cristianionita3964 3 жыл бұрын
I couldn't resist and I ordered Google Chromecast TV 🙂 Unfortunatelly, in Romania, it costs almost 100 eur...👎but I can't wait to try it 😁
@MikeOBrienMedia
@MikeOBrienMedia 3 жыл бұрын
Wow that is a big difference! Hopefully the price will drop in the coming weeks!
@swavvyrico2360
@swavvyrico2360 3 жыл бұрын
Wanna know the best streaming stick Mikey? PS5. The most expensive streaming stick to date. 😂👍🏼
@MikeOBrienMedia
@MikeOBrienMedia 3 жыл бұрын
Hahah by far the most expensive! In that case, the new Mac Pro is a decent streamer as well 😂
@Jamellii
@Jamellii 3 жыл бұрын
Definitely the biggest
@shekilrose1077
@shekilrose1077 2 жыл бұрын
@@MikeOBrienMedia NVIDIA SHIELD TV Pro
@jake_lacroix5417
@jake_lacroix5417 3 жыл бұрын
I have both the Apple TV 4K and the Google Chromecast w/ Google TV and I think I like the chromecast better mostly because of the remote
@MichaelToub
@MichaelToub 3 жыл бұрын
You sold me on headphone Jack and air play. Will buy from your link!!
@AmeriKenny
@AmeriKenny 3 жыл бұрын
he is wrong, there is no headphone jack....i checked
@jasonl.1171
@jasonl.1171 3 жыл бұрын
Currently using a Roku Streaming Stick+ ($40 on sale) and 3rd Gen Chromecast ($25 on sale) for Casting. The new Chromecast with Google TV would probably be my number 1 pick if I were to buy a new one (although I do have to see it's Apps option)
@joeyortiz484
@joeyortiz484 3 жыл бұрын
I love my fire tv cube!!
@Beach5289
@Beach5289 Жыл бұрын
I have a ROKU , the one knock I have against it , the remote didn't last long before it died, however there is a ROKU remote app for my Android phone I found that works perfectly , I have grown to actually prefer it to another remote laying around.
@sreg56
@sreg56 3 жыл бұрын
Couple months late to the party, but thank you for this video review. Very detailed and helpful! I have an LG OLED CX and HBO MAX is not supported due to corporate greed with AT&T/Samsung or something like that. Finally can watch HBO content without using Apple Airplay. The audio/visual quality for HBO is absolute garbage over Airplay even with one of the best TV's on the market, so having Chromecast (4K HDR/Dolby) will solve that issue. After putting aside money for a year and spending $1800 on my CX, what's another $50 lol. Thanks again brother!
@Dottorilla
@Dottorilla 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks this reinforced my choice to get a Chromecast Google TV it seems like the perfect one especially with USB C hubs
@ladygolfer8341
@ladygolfer8341 3 жыл бұрын
I have Roku Ultra, Fire stick and Chromecast/Google TV. I like Roku Ultra the best. I like the headphone port on the remote. Each one has it's pros and cons.
@ClayDaddy5
@ClayDaddy5 3 жыл бұрын
Great job! Very thorough in explaining the pros and cons of each option.
@MikeOBrienMedia
@MikeOBrienMedia 3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you thought so. Thanks for watching!
@Marian1st.
@Marian1st. 3 жыл бұрын
I’m going to wait for Black Friday, maybe ChromeCast will go on sale for $48.99
@MikeOBrienMedia
@MikeOBrienMedia 3 жыл бұрын
😂
@Marian1st.
@Marian1st. 3 жыл бұрын
It’s not on sale. lol ... only as a bundle with other things. 😂
@Steve-racer
@Steve-racer 3 жыл бұрын
Have 3 roku sticks they work well, can’t beat the price
@MikeOBrienMedia
@MikeOBrienMedia 3 жыл бұрын
I love the headphone jack on the remote! Roku is definitely a great pick
@geoffmooregm
@geoffmooregm 2 жыл бұрын
I have a 10 year old Roku 3, a 5 year old Roku Premium and a new Roku Ultimate on my new 4K TV. I prefer to hardwire everything I can to keep my Wi-Fi load low. I am very impressed with their ease of use, performance and long life.
@soggyfries4347
@soggyfries4347 3 жыл бұрын
With Chromecast you pretty much access all other devices' content plus the ability to connect a different USB-C hub (keyboard connection, mouse, expanded storage) that has an ethernet port. That fact, plus having access to the Play store makes the Chromecast the clear winner.
@T3CHGY007
@T3CHGY007 2 жыл бұрын
@Rick K. on the chromecast with google tv you can add kodi, but on the roku you can not! if you do find a way for it , then it would be a bit of a challange!
@MrGyges
@MrGyges 2 жыл бұрын
Nice, crisp, and clear reviews. Thank you
@TheLewistownTrainspotter8102
@TheLewistownTrainspotter8102 3 жыл бұрын
I've outfitted my house with three Roku units.
@mahearn91
@mahearn91 3 жыл бұрын
Do you know how the new Chromecast would stack up against last year's Fire TV Cube in terms of speed and reliable performance? Great Top 5 video, by the way!
@davidofug
@davidofug 3 жыл бұрын
Wow... this is pretty an amazing comparison. Thank you
@FLYING_ROBOT
@FLYING_ROBOT 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks , i was confused but now i know what to buy
@pepehdezhdez2473
@pepehdezhdez2473 3 жыл бұрын
For me xiaomi mitv stick is GOATED because you can download any app you imagine and you can hook up wireless headphones and its great
@philippebruno8039
@philippebruno8039 3 жыл бұрын
Hi, thanks for the review. I like the fact you mentioned important elements not covered elsewhere, but I am still hungry for more details... For example, the Fire TV sticks are Android based, so it is easy to install all sorts of apps (and even sideload them if necessary), but what about the Roku and Chromecast? Also, streaming is probably what most people will use those devices for, however, some will want to also browse content from their local networks like homemade videos stored on a PC. Which stick gets you covered for that? What about listening to music?
@neilknightley4703
@neilknightley4703 3 жыл бұрын
Don't buy the fire stick . They have horrible android app support and their splash screen is full of their show ads which u can't turn off . Recently they have turned off youtube as well so i can't access yt .
@geoffmooregm
@geoffmooregm 2 жыл бұрын
@Ron Keys I don't think ads change by device. KZbin is KZbin as far as I know. I like Roku for the simple fact it is not affiliated with a large company and they don't try and push their content or products on you.
@mr_red13
@mr_red13 2 жыл бұрын
@@geoffmooregm I like Roku too but mine is pretty slow. I want something that navigates faster.
@geoffmooregm
@geoffmooregm 2 жыл бұрын
@@mr_red13 Which one are you using? I have an older Premier and a new Ultimate and they are fast.
@mr_red13
@mr_red13 2 жыл бұрын
@@geoffmooregm I have the Stick Plus and it just seems slow
@Lexi_zad
@Lexi_zad 3 жыл бұрын
pretty nice video, i watched bc as soon as the new chromecast came out i knew this would be a lovely xmas gift for my fam, but its so hard to order it to where i live(hungary) that i was debating on getting an apple tv instead. but now i know im getting the google one:)
@AfacanKahramanlar
@AfacanKahramanlar 2 жыл бұрын
Does mi remote work with chromecast? Can you control that which one is working with chromecast?
@nafishshikdar202
@nafishshikdar202 2 жыл бұрын
Iam using mi tv s its really good never lag problem and its browse really fast and its very easy to setup and control remote all best than every android tv 😊
@ladygolfer8341
@ladygolfer8341 3 жыл бұрын
I would like a streaming stick that I can have headphones for myself and others can listen to TV speakers at the same time.
@brayden1682
@brayden1682 3 жыл бұрын
I recommend Lasuney 5.0 BT ear buds. Great quality and crazy cheap
@vinyl_guy..
@vinyl_guy.. 3 жыл бұрын
I have 2 Roku’s they work great
@ronm6585
@ronm6585 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike.
@ctbt1832
@ctbt1832 3 жыл бұрын
If the Google set up had a remote that can slide where you can type it would be better. That way you can type things when you’re searching or just using KZbin. It makes me wonder how come they did not come out with something like that
@damirol
@damirol 3 жыл бұрын
Amazon firestick 4K. 👍
@Urmom-cl1sy
@Urmom-cl1sy 3 жыл бұрын
Shat up
@cammando2363
@cammando2363 2 жыл бұрын
Stadia…oh I laughed so hard when he said stadia integration. Lolz.
@canines
@canines Ай бұрын
Thought to myself “damn this guy is so similar to Nate O’Brien!” Then I realized you’re his brother lol. Nice vid !!!
@zacharylee1995
@zacharylee1995 3 жыл бұрын
If I don't get a Roku this Christmas, Getting a Chromecast with Google TV is definitely gonna be Next option
@arnoldgoldin5535
@arnoldgoldin5535 3 жыл бұрын
clean as mud now
@stephenkisty4304
@stephenkisty4304 3 жыл бұрын
I’m so happy I subscribe to you, very very good explanations and knowledge that you have thank you
@MrHcaballe
@MrHcaballe 3 жыл бұрын
So, my Dish contract is up and of course they are going up to the tune of almost $40 more a month, so being retired and on a fix income I need to look for other options to stay within my budget. There are good options here and I like them, but still not sure on what to choose. I called Spectrum and they want to send me two apple sticks for $20 a month until it's paid off, which I rather just buy it than wind up paying a lot more for it. Great reviews here and good to see before I buy.
@jimgolding4964
@jimgolding4964 3 жыл бұрын
Hi great info and now you convinced me to upgrade when I can afford it.
@madcrabber1113
@madcrabber1113 Жыл бұрын
I have many and like them all for different reasons. The Apple would be my favorite if it supported bitstream instead of only pcm for surround sound.
@MRBMN-zp4cd
@MRBMN-zp4cd 2 жыл бұрын
The adds on the fire tv is a dealbreaker for me
@jumpmanjourneys
@jumpmanjourneys 3 жыл бұрын
I like chromecast bc you can also turn on the lights with the chromecast remote
@shomari17
@shomari17 3 жыл бұрын
Wow
@Wolvie619
@Wolvie619 3 жыл бұрын
We just switched from a Roku to FireTV. And I gotta say, I'm not agreeing with you. The FireTV seems on par with the Roku. The interface is fine(not great but didn't see anything better or worse than Roku), and it has apps you just can't get on Roku(without fiddling with a developer mode) like HBO Max and Peacock(gotta side-load Peacock). And that was the deal breaker for Roku. HBO Max has been out for months and they REFUSE to work with HBO to get HBO Max on their platform. Since Amazon caved and and gave us HBO Max, and has a very easy way to side-load unsupported apps in, AND it's interface is on par with Roku... yeah they're almost tied in my book, with the slight edge going to FireTV with apps you just can't easily get on Roku.
@Brandonlmclean810
@Brandonlmclean810 Жыл бұрын
Hey mike i got a suggestion for a youtube video "the top 20 best screen casting/ screen mirroring apps for all kinds of acer chrome os chromebook 512 laptop to onn roku 42 inch tv and wirelessly. Btw your a boss keep up awesome brilliant videos.
@speedracer1945
@speedracer1945 3 жыл бұрын
I used to say cable is like having the heat on in the middle of winter with the windows open since you cant watch all those channels as once.
@gregoriogonzalez2206
@gregoriogonzalez2206 3 жыл бұрын
Amazon firestick4k .If it ain't broke, don't fix it.😂😂👍
@mommy.bloggerog
@mommy.bloggerog 3 жыл бұрын
i mean it really depends on what tv you have most 4k tvs (in my opinion) are smart so they have Netflix etc. so you probably don’t need a streaming stick or box the new roku’s and apple tv’s have 4k capability but that doesn’t mean they can’t be used on 1080p or 720p tv i recommend a google chrome cast there cheap and there easy to use but all apple tv’s besides the first one support airplay all 4k roku’s also have airplay and most of the new roku’s have the apple tv app so you can use you apple tv+ subscription but the apple tv’s are more expensive and only the 4th gen and 4k have support for your Apple TV subscription but the google chrome cast does not have any of that if you One Apple TV I recommend either the fourth GEN or the 4K and if you’re getting a Roku I recommend the Roku premiere and if you have a 4K TV then get the chrome cast 4K or a 4k roku roku’s and chrome casts and apple tv’s are the best (in my opinion)
@mycloudvip
@mycloudvip 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Mike, does the chomecast work on iPhones or iPads in order to LiveStream from any of my Apple Devices? Thanks and I enjoyed the video.
@thomasbarca9297
@thomasbarca9297 3 жыл бұрын
I own the apple tv and google tv, i like them both
@winzoln
@winzoln 3 жыл бұрын
Good vide. I went ahead and got a Roku Streaming+. I would have gotten the new Chromecast, but I've had a lovely time with Chromecast over the years (if I were to buy another Chromecast it would be my fourth one...). I'll sacrifice the ease of just using my phone to cast but I feel like that'll be worth it.
@Selflovingsoul
@Selflovingsoul 3 жыл бұрын
it would have been nice if you mentioned which devices you can screen share, you only mentioned it for chromcast.
@anthonyjenson764
@anthonyjenson764 3 жыл бұрын
All of them can, but apple only works with apple products...
@honzasole9671
@honzasole9671 2 жыл бұрын
Great review. Thanks! However I’m missing compatibility, if there is any, between assistants and sticks. For example can I, at least partially, control Apple TV with Alexa echo dot or Roku stick with Google charcoal etc…?
@bick_flashoninstagram2491
@bick_flashoninstagram2491 2 жыл бұрын
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@SUPERLITMARIO
@SUPERLITMARIO 3 жыл бұрын
Roku all the way. Has everything on it.
@zacharylee1995
@zacharylee1995 3 жыл бұрын
If Roku has everything on it Then Where is HBO Max Then 🤔
@SUPERLITMARIO
@SUPERLITMARIO 3 жыл бұрын
@@zacharylee1995 I meant everything I need lol. I’m in the UK so I can’t answer that one.
@kevink7777
@kevink7777 3 жыл бұрын
Fyi... Firestick also has bluetooth connectivity to wireless earbuds/headphones. I use it all the time for hands free viewing (listening) around the house. No bluetooth with the Roku devices.... unless you bluetooth to the Roku app on your phone.
@jimd385
@jimd385 3 жыл бұрын
Great vid dude, I’ve got the Amazon 4K Firestick, it’s great, very quick and rarely crashes. I’m in the U.K. so can’t get HBO max or HULU which sucks because there is a lot of stuff on those services I would pay to see.
@MikeOBrienMedia
@MikeOBrienMedia 3 жыл бұрын
That is a bummer... I wish it was easier to get a VPN on these sticks so you could solve that problem
@jimd385
@jimd385 3 жыл бұрын
@@MikeOBrienMedia Agreed, it seems sometimes like they don’t actually want to offer more choice and generate more customers/income? Keep up the good work mate, grow your channel.
@loch3765
@loch3765 3 жыл бұрын
There is easy ways to get VPNs on these sticks. You just have to look at how to side load your device. In the KZbin type in "How to side load (insert device name here)" and it will give you a tutorial on how to add apps not supported by the device.
@deanowarrior
@deanowarrior 3 жыл бұрын
Really good comparison , I have the roku, fire cube and just got the Google dongle.Agree with you the Google tv is my favourite.
@joannadaraz7246
@joannadaraz7246 3 жыл бұрын
Will the Roku stick will be the best option to buy pls let me know
@takoman_tak9231
@takoman_tak9231 2 жыл бұрын
The roku app is also really good and allows you to use headphones connected to your phone to listen to the tv as well
@ADF366
@ADF366 2 жыл бұрын
Wow...been trying to figure out an option like this for a while! Let me see if I can get that to work with my roku stick
@sinc3re1ydan
@sinc3re1ydan 2 жыл бұрын
I like the interface on Google TV the best, but the Chromecast with Google TV doesn't support frame rate matching to the content that's playing, so it creates a juddering effect with motion. For that reason I prefer the Apple TV 4K because most apps on there support frame rate matching. Also the "Up Next" feature on Apple TV is far superior to Google's watchlist feature on Chromecast.
@switchunboxing
@switchunboxing Жыл бұрын
What is frame rate matching? Is it really necessary? And if the interface is best on Chromecast, it’s a shame they don’t have a picture of it on the box. I was looking at these at the store, and only Roku had a picture of the interface on the box. I don’t get it. That’s literally what the product is.
@AlexanderMartinez-it2ud
@AlexanderMartinez-it2ud 3 жыл бұрын
The best one in my opinion is the nvidia shield Pro
@jackih9682
@jackih9682 3 жыл бұрын
I have the Firestick and the Roku and I’ve been getting a lot of freezing and buffering on both of them. Is that an issue with the streaming sticks or the wifi, or something else?
@adasaura8648
@adasaura8648 3 жыл бұрын
I'm thinking it's the wifi, almost all of them buffer because they're "streaming" their content through the internet.
@edniarkplayer792
@edniarkplayer792 3 жыл бұрын
you have to separate your 2.4ghz and 5ghz wifi, and connect it to your 5ghz. I do them and I no longer have a problem even with a small flow
@OllieW501
@OllieW501 3 жыл бұрын
Nvidia Shield, I've had 2015 model since release, it's still an absolute beast, we've used every single day for 5 years, it's never had any problems, and now, there's the cylinder style model. Surprised this didn't make the list, but would massively encourage you to check it out, especially with the all the gaming options available on it too.
@publicelement
@publicelement 3 жыл бұрын
True. It has the fastest processor
@SparkzEnt
@SparkzEnt 3 жыл бұрын
That's considered more of an box than a stick
@do._ublex
@do._ublex 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot
@TheTimeProphet
@TheTimeProphet 2 жыл бұрын
Looks like the Roku for me then
@cryptorchiid
@cryptorchiid 3 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to order my 4K firestick today😭
@garymcmahon3981
@garymcmahon3981 2 жыл бұрын
My fire tv 4k does come with a dongle so there is no problem fitting it to and HDMI port.
@bitTorrenter
@bitTorrenter 3 жыл бұрын
Not all apps are cast compatible. So, with that, Chromecast is limited. The remote is nicer to use than the Firesticks.
@renflot8545
@renflot8545 3 жыл бұрын
Great info. Thanks!
@barbaraallende5823
@barbaraallende5823 3 жыл бұрын
Do you think the Google Chromecast will have a newer version with Ethernet?
@hosseinsehhat9315
@hosseinsehhat9315 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video! Thanks!
@rutvijmodh1993
@rutvijmodh1993 3 жыл бұрын
You didn't talk about Alexa feature
@gilbeam
@gilbeam 3 жыл бұрын
Just the video I needed!😊
@SisiiOsu
@SisiiOsu 3 жыл бұрын
Does anybody if mike O’Brien is related to this other KZbinr named Nate O’Brien? They look and act the same 🤯
@adasaura8648
@adasaura8648 3 жыл бұрын
Oh my gosh... I just subscribed to Mike because I thought I was already subscribed..but the whole time I was definitely only subscribed to nate .. are they twins 🤔
@raahulpooran
@raahulpooran 3 жыл бұрын
I think there are related because he has him linked in the channel description
@THEanthiri
@THEanthiri 3 жыл бұрын
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