The Trend Verdict
Spec-by-spec

Head to head

Contenders from Streaming Media Players, every metric lined up. The winning value in each row is outlined.

Roku Streaming Stick 4K Roku Streaming Stick 4K #2 in Streaming Media Players
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Roku Ultra (Renewed) – 4K Streaming Box with Voice Remote Pro Roku Ultra (Renewed) – 4K Streaming Box with Voice Remote Pro #33 in Streaming Media Players
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#33
Resolution & HDR
4K + Dolby Vision (no Atmos or HDR10+)
4K + Dolby Vision + HDR10+ + Dolby Atmos
UI Speed
Snappy navigation, quick app launch
Fast (30% faster than other Roku)
Remote
Voice + TV power/volume control
Voice Remote Pro: backlit, TV controls, finder
App Support
Thousands of apps, minimal lock-in
Broad, platform-neutral (Roku OS)
Ads & Privacy
Light home-screen promotion, standard tracking
Roku home screen includes promotions
Value
Excellent 4K capability per dollar
$59.99 renewed—excellent for feature set
Verdict
Best-value 4K streaming stick
Premium Roku streamer, excellent value refurbished

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