I really like the Roku service, all the apps they offer, and the content they have when the controller is working but that is next to never. I am constantly taking out the batteries and unplugging the stick to reset the controller for it to work for 5 minutes then I have to react the process all evening long. I also have a Roku TV and that works great and I really like how the streaming stick plugs right into your TV but the controller is just garbage.

Works well overall, though the remote isn't totally functional w/ the Vizio TV...turning power on/off is sketchy at times and no way to access the TV's menu commands. Getting rid of the headphone jack on the remote was a big mistake I think. It would also be great if Roku could transfer all my sign in information to each new Roku devise I purchase rather than me having to re-enter it on each devise.

I've been a customer of Roku for years,using several different models. Roku has recently released The Roku Channel,which has hundreds of free movies.It is ad supported.And now Locast app gives you free local broadcast stations CBS,NBC,FOX,ABC and PBS.Locast now offers local TV network broadcasts for New York,Boston,Chicago,Houston,Dallas,Denver areas and plans to add many more cities.This means many folks will no longer need antennas to watch local networks for free. Roku has just about every app you can imagine (YouTube/Pandora/Netflix/Amazon/Hulu/HBO Now) and thousands of more apps in many different categories.This Roku Streaming Stick PLUS does have more advanced WiFi antenna than the regular Streaming Stick.Here are some points to consider when deciding on which model of Roku to buy: 1)If you need to connect by WiFi in a room far away from your WiFi router,I would recommend the Roku Streaming Stick PLUS or Roku Ultra. 2)If you have a 4K TV,I would recommend the Roku Ultra or Roku Streaming Stick PLUS.The Premiere 2018 model also plays 4K. 3)To search for content using your voice,go with either the Streaming Stick,Streaming Stick PLUS or Ultra.All 3 of these models also have a remote that can control the power and volume on a TV.There is also a Roku app for Android & iPhone/iPad that lets you use your smartphone/tablet to control any Roku device and use your phone/tablet on-screen keyboard for searches. 4)If you want a wired ethernet connection,go with the Roku Ultra. 5)If you want to connect to an old TV with RCA/Composite audio/video jacks,you will need the Express PLUS 6)The Express & Premiere 2018 models have a remote where it has to be pointed at the device,unlike the other Roku models. 7)If you are only going to buy one Roku device,I would recommend the Roku Ultra.The Ultra has many unique features that the other Roku models don't such as: -Gaming buttons to play video games -Remote finder to find a lost remote control -Ethernet port for a wired connection -Micro SD card slot -USB Port -Night listening mode (this lowers the volume of loud,explosive sounds and raises the volume of soft sounds like whispers.Very useful!) -Headphone jack on the remote for listening without disturbing others For those who have not used a Roku before,here are some tips that might be helpful: 1)There is no monthly fee to use a Roku.There are many free channels/apps with free movies,music and TV programs and some people use Roku only for the free channels and do not pay any fees. You do NOT have to enter credit card info if you only wish to view free content and you can always add credit card info to your account later for paid channels/apps.If you plan on viewing free content only,I suggest setting up a Roku account before you activate the device.When you reach the page to enter credit card info,some browsers will show a "Skip,I'll add later" option at the bottom.If you do not see this option,simply log out of your account,then log back in.You may have to then enter a different activation code for your device if you skip entering credit card info during device set up,but you do NOT have to enter credit card info if you only want to view free content. 2)Some of the most popular free channels/apps are: YouTube,Pandora radio,The Roku Channel,Pluto TV,Tubi TV,Crackle,CBS News,NBC News,ABC,PBS, PBS KIds and many more.You can also find a free live stream of FOX News on YouTube by searching "Fox News Live" on YouTube. 3)Some of the most popular paid channels/apps are Netflix,Hulu,Amazon video,HBO Now,Vudu,Sling TV,Spectrum TV and Direct TV Now. 4)If you are looking for a bundle of channels of live TV to replace cable TV,check out Sling TV,YouTube TV,Spectrum TV,Direct TV Now,Hulu,Pluto TV and Playstation Vue.All of these are paid services except for Pluto TV,which is free. 5)To find and add new channels on Roku,just press the Home button on the remote control,scroll down and select "Streaming Channels".There you will find thousands of channels/apps in many different categories and many of them are free. My one gripe about Roku (and other streaming devices) is the lack of a fully functional web browser and I hope Roku will include web browsing on models in the near future.I have been surfing the web on the big screen for years and find it ridiculous when an internet connected TV device does not allow you to surf the internet and forces one to switch to yet another internet connected device to do so. I am aware of the screen mirroring function from smartphone/PC/tablet but find that a poor excuse to not include a web browser.Many people who type a lot of messages and/or emails like myself prefer typing on a wireless keyboard rather than a phone/tablet/remote control. Bottom Line:You can now get a Roku device to replace your cable TV box & service or to replace an antenna for free local network TV.And of course you can create your own custom TV experience that simply is not possible with cable or antenna TV.

The streaming stick with very easy to set up on my TV. The only problem I found with it is the remote does not power my TV on or off and it does not increase or decrease my volume. The streaming device told me that it would not be able to control my volume. Is this common?

We used to have an Insignia-Roku TV designed for streaming. It was a 29 inch but it worked. My sister in law just gave us her 50 inch Samsung TV. Connected the PS4 just fine. However the TV/Smart Hub would not connect to our network, even after inputting info manually. Then I thought to myself hmmm, why don't I just try a Roku stick.? I decided to get the stick with the additional part for long range wireless. BOOM 20 minutes later not only was it installed and and set up, every app from the prior account/Roku TV was downloaded. I didn't have to go search one by one and re download. Works great, easy to install, super happy!

I bought the premier. Now all of a sudden neither can connect to the tv. We are in a dead zone so we are unable to get internet. We use our hot spot on our iPhones.I went on the connectivity site and then I realized that this is coming out of India and I was told that I had to sign up for a 6 month contract to get connected. Do yo charge everybody for this service? Not Happy in Alaska.

Low rating is due to failure of the remote. It simply stopped working within a few months and I had to buy a new one. Was not dropped or abused. Have to assume poor quality control. Very disappointing when buying a new remote costs almost as much as a new player including the remote. Support was slow to respond.

I now have 6 of the Streaming Stick + sticks around the house and stopped using anything but this. The competitors are good but the Roku Remote Control makes all the difference. It's just the right size, easy to use, and is very durable, unlike others I have. When traveling it is verify easy to configure to different networks and remotes.

I bought this to replace an older Roku thinking it would be better. Again, it's a piece of junk. Consistently crashes apps, the remote loses connection 4+ times a day and all that Support tells me is to completely wipe the device and start over. Wiping the device means having to download and sign into all the services again which is a huge pain. I would give this away but, I don't want to give this junk to anyone I care about.

I have had two of the Roku Streaming Stick + for several years. They are still performing extremely well to this day. Easy to navigate and frequently updated. All of my favorite apps - Netflix, Disney +, YouTube TV, Hoopla, Peacock, and Pandora. I am a big Roku fan!