Bought 2 of these back in December when we cut the cable. One worked just as it should, second one had Roku error 022 (which means defective & there isn’t anything you can do but return it). Replacement so far works as it should. It has some nice features like voice commands and the sheer number of apps it supports. One thing I think that NEEDS to be in the documentation is how to properly stop the streaming so your data doesn’t keep running in the background. We almost went over our 1.2TB data limit in less than 2 weeks! (and yes, the bandwidth cap limit option was checked in the settings). I do recommend these devices but be aware of the potential of getting a defective unit (our bad unit was assembled in Vietnam) and be diligent about stopping the streaming in the proper manner.

For the most part, I'm happy with the purchase and it works well. It does seem to have trouble with YouTube from time to time (while all other devices run it fine) and the connection isn't as solid as these other devices. There's some QoL stuff I'd like options for, but it is just the stick so I can't expect too much. I'm half in love with the power feature, because I can run some music or other sleep aids, and it'll power down much faster than some other things, but I constantly turn the feature on and off because twenty minutes is just too short a time and it forgets what I was doing when it shuts down this way. I use subtitles for everything and I'm not a fan of them on the Roku. Could use more options, like sizing, and sometimes they seem to go out of sync more often than I am used to. This was meant to be a replacement for other devices, but I've still had to go back to other devices a couple times when the stick was acting up. When it works, it works great, there's just some issues that keep me from raving about it. As far as recommending to a friend, it entirely depends upon their needs and situation.

Both first unit and replacement unit have occasional video freeze, while audio continues to play in multiple apps. only a few feet away from network router extender. so it's not that (as suggested in other posts about freezing). Wanted to move it to a small tv in another room where we have a non 4k streaming stick that has Voice remote support for the TV brand (Tyler), But the 4k stick does not list this brand in its list of supported tv's. Non 4k stick works fine on both TV's, so problem is only with 4k version, Very disappointed, Will likely get an Amazon firestick if they don't fix this soon (hopeful there's a software path forthcoming). VERY long thread on the forum about this issue, so I am not alone having this problem.

It's so wonderful having all of my streaming options in one place without the expensive new TV purchase or having to sign out of one app on my tablet, finding the other app and reconnecting. The flow of the Roku Streaming Stick from one app to another is so smooth and easy. Love it!

Last year I received a web-based tv for Christmas. I was not happy with not having a favorite channel app available and the web interface was a pain. When the web browser started acting up I thought I would have to buy a new tv. After having had an older,smaller, very cheap roku tv that was great I decided to try a streaming device. WHY did I wait so long? It's GREAT!!! Now I have all my channels easily and quickly available. My complaint? The quich select buttons on the remote aren't programmable. I'm sure Netflix, Disney, etc pays to have their channels as quick links but really folks the customer is paying much more! Ok enough with my rant just get a roku streaming device soon!

So it started off having issues, I got the 4K stick to replace my old Roku that started having issues over heating. The stick started with issues where it would give an error and crash videos every 10-20 minutes. Once I did a factory reset it hasn’t had the issue since. Was nice that most apps I had installed before I didn’t have to resign into.

The process was easy to set up, minimal packaging and direct, easy instructions. I also like the fact that Roku has it's own "channel" with some good programming. I haven't tested everything out yet (like the voice option) but I'm glad this version has options, while still keeping it easy. If I had to complain, it would be the mute button on the right side of the remote. The way I hold the device, I keep accidentally hitting that button, but it's not a major issue. I am very satisfied with my purchase.

Roku is the best. I have an original smart TV that isn’t very smart. I already was using an older Roku stick that worked fine but my husband wanted one that he could speak into. It works great and seems to be a bit faster. I always recommend Roku stick to people that do not have a smart TV but have a HDMI port.

I bought my roku stick a month ago and i noticed eventually the controller started not working randomly until one day it just broke down and I wasn’t able to turn on my tv again and now it just doesn’t work I tried every way possible they had on their support website and their costumer support sucks you can’t even call them. Do not buy this product it is not worth your money or stress.

The setup and use of the product was pretty intuitive, and adding our various subscription channels went well also. I am really enjoying the different things you can do to customize the wallpaper, screen savers and the sounds that are part of the pre-created themes.