Upgrading Your TV Streaming: A Guide to Roku, Google TV, Apple TV, and More

Are you looking to upgrade your TV streaming from one platform to another? Look no further! With a variety of options available, it can be overwhelming to decide which one is right for you. In this article, we'll explore our favorite streaming devices for 2023, including Roku Express 4K+, Roku Streaming Stick 4K, Google's Chromecast with Google TV, Apple TV 4K, and Roku Streambar.

First up is the Roku Express 4K+. If I had to recommend only one streamer to buy, it would be this one. Roku is our favorite streaming system because it's easy to use, has all the apps you could want, and its search results are excellent. The express 4K+ offers all the features I want in a streamer, including 4K HDR support for top image quality, and works with non-4K TVs too. Unlike cheaper Roku options, this remote supports voice searches, can control volume and power on your TV, making it easy to use and convenient. Plus, it's really cheap, normally costing $40 and dipping down to $25 during sales.

Next is the Roku Streaming Stick 4K. Take everything I just said about the express 4K+ and put it in stick form, and you'll get this device. These two have basically the same features, but the Streaming Stick 4K plugs directly into your TV's HDMI port. The Streaming Stick also handles Dolby Vision HDR, but I don't consider that a big deal for most people. My advice is to get whichever one is least expensive at the time.

Google's answer to Roku is the Chromecast with Google TV. It's sleeker looking than some of the other options, which isn't a big deal since it sits behind your TV. The Google remote is also nice and modern-looking, and just like Roku, it will control your TV. However, the biggest difference is that Chromecast uses the Google TV streaming system, which has a ton of apps and 4K HDR support. But I don't like the layout as much - instead of Roku's simple grid of apps, Google has big images and promotions at the top that you can't control, and its search results aren't as consistently accurate as Roku's. On the other hand, it does have smarter voice support, and if you already have Google devices and services, it integrates well with them.

If you're looking to spend a little bit more on a streaming device, the Apple TV 4K is the way to go. It costs three or four times as much as some of the other options, but it's worth it for Apple fans. The sleek remote has a premium feel and a responsive touchpad, making it easy to use and navigate through menus that are simple and clean. However, the main thing that sets it apart is its integration with Apple's ecosystem - you can use it to play Apple arcade games on your TV, for example, or access apps like apple Fitness and apple photos. But for most people, the Apple TV 4K just isn't worth the money.

Finally, there's the Roku Streambar, which is perfect for those who want to upgrade their streaming and audio experience at the same time. This device is a sound bar with Roku built-in, compact and lacking a subwoofer, but it sounds big enough and better than the speakers built into your TV. It does all that 4K HDR streaming goodness found on standard Roku devices, plus works with Bluetooth audio from your phone. And the best part? The pricing is a lot more affordable than many soundbars on the market.

In conclusion, whether you're looking for a simple and easy-to-use streaming device or something more advanced with smart features and integration with other apps, there's an option out there for you. Take the time to research and compare different devices, and don't be afraid to ask questions or seek advice from experts before making your decision. With the right streaming device, you can enjoy a wide range of TV shows, movies, and apps, and enhance your overall viewing experience.

"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: enare you looking to upgrade your TV streaming from Roku to Google TV to Apple TV any of these devices can put Netflix Mac Hulu and more on your big screen the best part is that they're mostly really affordable here are our favorites I'll start with the Roku Express 4K plus if I could recommend only one streamer to buy it would be this one Roku is our favorite streaming system cuz it's easy to use has all the apps you could want and its search results are excellent the express 4K plus offers all the features I want in a streamer including 4K HDR support for top image quality and yes it works with non 4K TVs too unlike cheaper Roku the remote supports voice searches and can control volume and Power on your TV so you can kick that old TV remote to the curb and best of all it's really cheap normally costing $40 and dipping down to 25 during sales next up is the Roku Streaming Stick 4K take everything I just said about the express 4K plus and and put it in Stick form these two have basically the same features in remote but the Streaming Stick 4K plugs directly into your TV's HDMI port the Streaming Stick also handles Dolby Vision HDR but I don't consider that a big deal for most people the reason I like the express 4K plus better is just because the stick usually costs a bit more but as products they're functionally identical my advice get whichever one is least expensive at the time next up is Google's answer to Roku the chomecast with Google TV it's sleeker looking but since it sits behind your TV that's not really a big deal the Google remote is also nice and modern looking and just like Roku it will control your TV the biggest difference is that chomecast uses the Google TV streaming system just like Roku it has a ton of apps and 4K HDR support but I don't like the layout as much instead of roku's simple grid of apps Google has big images and promotions at the top that you can't control and its search results aren't as consistently accurate as roku's it does have smarter voice support however and if you already have Google devices and services it integrates well with them next up is the Apple TV 4K and if you're looking to spend a little bit more on a streaming device this is it it costs three or four times as much as these Roku or chomecast streamers if you don't mind paying more however it's the best choice for Apple Fans the Sleek remote has a premium feel and a responsive touchpad the Box itself is a solid chunk instead of a stick and the menus are Simple and Clean but the main thing that sets it apart is integration with Apple's ecosystem you can use it to play Apple arcade games on your TV for example and stuff like apple Fitness and apple photos work well in TVs too for most people however the Apple TV 4K just isn't worth the money my final recommendation is the Roku stream bar this is for people who want to upgrade their streaming and their audio experience at the same time the stream bar is a sound bar with Roku built in it's Compact and lacks a subwoofer so don't don't expect the same level of sound as larger bars but for medium size and smaller rooms it sounds big enough and much much better than the speakers built into your TV it does all that 4K HDR streaming goodness found on standard Roku I mentioned and also works with Bluetooth audio from your phone and the pricing is a lot more affordable than many Soundbars so that's a quick look at our favorite streaming devices for 2023 to see any of these choices and more check out cet.com and if you enjoyed this video be sure to like And subscribeare you looking to upgrade your TV streaming from Roku to Google TV to Apple TV any of these devices can put Netflix Mac Hulu and more on your big screen the best part is that they're mostly really affordable here are our favorites I'll start with the Roku Express 4K plus if I could recommend only one streamer to buy it would be this one Roku is our favorite streaming system cuz it's easy to use has all the apps you could want and its search results are excellent the express 4K plus offers all the features I want in a streamer including 4K HDR support for top image quality and yes it works with non 4K TVs too unlike cheaper Roku the remote supports voice searches and can control volume and Power on your TV so you can kick that old TV remote to the curb and best of all it's really cheap normally costing $40 and dipping down to 25 during sales next up is the Roku Streaming Stick 4K take everything I just said about the express 4K plus and and put it in Stick form these two have basically the same features in remote but the Streaming Stick 4K plugs directly into your TV's HDMI port the Streaming Stick also handles Dolby Vision HDR but I don't consider that a big deal for most people the reason I like the express 4K plus better is just because the stick usually costs a bit more but as products they're functionally identical my advice get whichever one is least expensive at the time next up is Google's answer to Roku the chomecast with Google TV it's sleeker looking but since it sits behind your TV that's not really a big deal the Google remote is also nice and modern looking and just like Roku it will control your TV the biggest difference is that chomecast uses the Google TV streaming system just like Roku it has a ton of apps and 4K HDR support but I don't like the layout as much instead of roku's simple grid of apps Google has big images and promotions at the top that you can't control and its search results aren't as consistently accurate as roku's it does have smarter voice support however and if you already have Google devices and services it integrates well with them next up is the Apple TV 4K and if you're looking to spend a little bit more on a streaming device this is it it costs three or four times as much as these Roku or chomecast streamers if you don't mind paying more however it's the best choice for Apple Fans the Sleek remote has a premium feel and a responsive touchpad the Box itself is a solid chunk instead of a stick and the menus are Simple and Clean but the main thing that sets it apart is integration with Apple's ecosystem you can use it to play Apple arcade games on your TV for example and stuff like apple Fitness and apple photos work well in TVs too for most people however the Apple TV 4K just isn't worth the money my final recommendation is the Roku stream bar this is for people who want to upgrade their streaming and their audio experience at the same time the stream bar is a sound bar with Roku built in it's Compact and lacks a subwoofer so don't don't expect the same level of sound as larger bars but for medium size and smaller rooms it sounds big enough and much much better than the speakers built into your TV it does all that 4K HDR streaming goodness found on standard Roku I mentioned and also works with Bluetooth audio from your phone and the pricing is a lot more affordable than many Soundbars so that's a quick look at our favorite streaming devices for 2023 to see any of these choices and more check out cet.com and if you enjoyed this video be sure to like And subscribe\n"