Roku’s Streaming Stick Plus offers 4K for less than the 4K model
Roku’s Streaming Stick Plus is the cheaper choice for most viewers who want 4K streaming, while the pricier Streaming Stick 4K adds Dolby Vision and longer Wi-Fi range. The differences matter most if a household needs stronger connectivity or specific audio and picture features.
Roku’s $40 stick is the only device in its range that lacks 4K; the Plus costs $20 less than the $80 Streaming Stick 4K and also supports 4K. The $150 Roku Ultra adds Wi-Fi 6, Ethernet and Dolby Vision, while the $150 Streambar SE combines streaming with built-in speakers but lacks Dolby Atmos.
In short
- The Streaming Stick Plus offers 4K for $20 less than the 4K model.
- Dolby Vision and longer Wi-Fi range are the main stick upgrade.
- The Ultra prioritises connectivity; the Streambar SE adds built-in speakers.
Explained simply
Roku is a company that makes streaming devices: small players that connect to a television and let people watch services such as Netflix over the internet. Its Streaming Stick models plug into a TV’s HDMI port, and the range includes options with different picture, sound and connection features.
The main difference between 4K streaming devices is the extra technology they support. Dolby Vision can affect picture quality on compatible TVs, while Wi-Fi range can matter if a television is far from the home router; the benefit depends on the household’s equipment and connection. Roku also sells a more expensive Ultra player and a Streambar SE, which combines streaming with built-in speakers.
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Originally published by Engadget as “The best Roku Streaming Stick depends on your picture quality needs”.