The best streaming devices for Netflix and other media

We’re all spending plenty of time on Netflix these days – so it’s important to make sure your streaming devices are all top notch. We can help.

At this point, most of us are cord cutters. We don’t need no ugly satellite dish! All we need is Netflix (well and Hulu, and maybe Peacock, or fuboTV, and – well, you get the point) and a TV screen to enjoy countless hours of movies and TV.

So we’ve compiled a list of the best streaming devices on the market today. That way you can upgrade your home theater if you need to.

Roku Premiere+ HDR Streaming Player

You can find these significantly cheaper if you’re okay with a renewed model. If not, they’ll run you around $100 on Amazon. The only significant difference between the Premiere and the Premiere+ is that the ‘Plus’ model comes with a wireless remote.

These are rated 4.5 stars on Amazon with nearly 1,200 reviews.

Get a Roku Premiere+ on Amazon for $98.99.

Google Chromecast Ultra

On one hand, the Google Chromcast Ultra is one of the cheapest 4K streaming options out there. On the other, you need a smartphone, tablet or computer in order to use it (unlike the other options on this list). But let’s be real – you’re probably using one of those three things to read this right now.

A cool feature with the Ultra is that it works with Google Home devices, so you can control it with your voice.

Get a Google Chromecast Ultra on Amazon for $69.

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K w/ Alexa Voice Remote & Dolby Vision

Most users are in agreement that the latest release of Amazon’s Fire TV Stick is faster than ever. Plus, this edition comes with an Alexa Voice Remote, so you can search for programming, control the volume or play/pause.

Get an Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K at Amazon for $49.99

Roku Express HD Media Streaming Device

If you haven’t made the jump to 4K yet, there are still plenty of (quite frankly, cheaper) options for you out there.

And that’s a good thing. Just because they won’t hurt your wallet doesn’t mean they’ll hurt your viewing experience.

The Roku Express HD owns a 4.6-star rating on Amazon after more than 17,000 reviews. Also compatible with Amazon Alexa.

Get a Roku Express HD Media Streaming Device on Amazon for $24.

Apple TV 4K

If you’re Team iOS, then here’s your go-to option. Yes, it is expensive and yes, Apple’s streaming catalog is still lacking – but – if you are an Apple loyalist, it doesn’t matter.

The remote is sleek and easy to charge, the Wi-Fi connection is incredibly strong and the 4KHDR video on Netflix looks great.

Get an Apple TV 4K (32GB) on Amazon for $179.

Google Chromecast (3rd Generation)

Again, if you’re not ready to pay up for a 4K TV, then this might be your jam. The Google Chromecast is stable, allows you to stream or screen share and it is cheaper than ever.

Get a Google Chromecast (3rd Gen.) on Amazon for $29.99.

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