Rokus proceed to stay our favourite TV streaming gadgets. They’re tremendous straightforward to use and supply a big selection of streaming channels. Their shows aren’t fancy, however they provide simply what somebody wants: fast, direct entry to their favourite streaming companies. However, determining which one to purchase is just not really easy.
There are at the moment 5 Roku streaming gadgets out there, plus TVs, soundbars, and ones offered completely at sure retailers (not to point out older fashions nonetheless floating round locations like Amazon). Rokus have a tendency to have comparable names and look almost equivalent, with small modifications taking place yearly or so, and it may be troublesome to suss out the variations. We’re right here to assist. If you’re like us, you need the finest Roku for the least amount of cash. We’ve damaged down the options on the ones we predict you may truly need to personal, beginning with the most elementary mannequin.
Updated March 2024: We’ve up to date this information with the newest Roku fashions.
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