Brand Name | Roku |
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Item Weight | 5 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 3.5 x 3.5 x 1 inches |
Item model number | 4210R |
Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. (included) |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Color Name | Black |
Special Features | Wireless |
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Roku 2 Streaming Media Player (4210R) with Faster Processor (2015 Model)
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Brand | Roku |
Connectivity Technology | USB, Ethernet |
Connector Type | Micro USB |
Special Feature | Wireless |
Resolution | 1080p |
Supported Internet Services | Amazon Instant Video |
Controller Type | Remote Control |
Color | Black |
Model Name | Roku 2 |
Item Weight | 0.31 Pounds |
About this item
- Start watching movies on your TV in seconds using your high speed Internet connection
- Featuring the largest collection of instant streaming movies and TV shows, from Netflix, amazon VOD, and more
- Built in wireless (dual band wireless n) and wired internet connectivity
- Plays up to 1080p high definition video works with any TV
- Sets up in 5 minutes simply connect to your TV and to your high speed internet service does not require PC for streaming
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Stream quality | 4.8 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.3 |
Voice Recognition | 3.6 | 4.2 | 4.0 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.7 |
Picture quality | 4.0 | — | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.6 |
User interface | 4.6 | 4.2 | 4.3 | — | 4.2 | — |
Volume control | — | — | 3.9 | 4.6 | 4.0 | 4.4 |
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memory capacity | — | 16 GB | 16 GB | — | 8 GB | 256 GB |
connectivity tech | Ethernet, USB | Wi-Fi | Wireless | Bluetooth, USB | Wi Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet, USB | Ethernet, HDMI |
controller type | Remote Control | Remote Control, App Control | Remote Control | Remote Control, Voice Control | Remote Control | Remote Control, Voice Control |
supported services | Amazon Instant Video | Hulu, Netflix, Pandora, Prime Video, Vudu | Hulu, Netflix, Pandora, Prime Video, Vudu | AirPlay, The Roku Channel, Netflix, Disney plus, Apple TV plus, ESPN, epix, Google Play, Spotify, abc, HBO, Pandora, Showtime | Hulu, Netflix, Pandora, Prime Video, Vudu | Netflix, Vudu, Disney plus, Apple TV plus, ESPN, epix, Showtime, Spotify, HBO, The Roku Channel, ABC |
video output resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 | — | — | — |
weight | 0.31 pounds | 1.6 ounces | 1.1 ounces | 7.9 ounces | 5.9 ounces | 0.7 kilograms |
From the manufacturer
TV, the Way You Want It
You choose from the biggest selection of streaming channels, you can even follow movies coming soon. There are hundreds of free channels, easy ways to buy or watch films from top providers, and no additional charges to watch streaming services like Netflix or Hulu Plus if you already subscribe. And if you have cable, Roku players bring new ways to watch based on your cable subscription.
Speedy Streaming
With our most powerful processor, the Roku 2 makes streaming look easy. Features Ethernet, USB connection for personal media and microSD card slot to expand internal storage.
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More channels3,000 plus channels. Over 300,000 movies and TV episodes. |
Find What You Want—FastSearch across top channels by title, actor, or director using remote, voice, or the Roku mobile app. We make it easy to see what’s on, where you can watch it, where it’s free for you, or if there are purchase or rental options. |
Follow Your Favorites - Movies, Shows, and MoreWith the Roku Feed, you can follow movies, TV shows, actors, and directors and get automatic updates when new content is ready to stream. |
You’re ConnectedRoku 2 features Ethernet, a USB connection for personal media and a microSD card slot to expand internal storage. |
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TV Compatibility | HDMI port | HDMI port or Composite cables | HDMI port | HDMI port | HDMI port (4K video via HDCP 2.2 HDMI) |
Control, browse and add channels with smartphone and tablets | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Cast video, music, photos, and more from mobile devices to your TV | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Mirror your entire screen with compatible Microsoft Windows and Android devices | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Ethernet, USB and Micro SD card slot | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Lightning-fast processor | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Remote with headphone jack for private listening | ✓ | ✓ | |||
Voice search | ✓ | ✓ | |||
Point anywhere remote | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Motion control of games | ✓ | ✓ |
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ASIN | B00UJ3IREE |
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Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #205,631 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #1,024 in Streaming Media Players |
Date First Available | April 6, 2015 |
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Roku 2 delivers fast performance and stunning high definition video at a tremendous value. Enjoy more than 2,000 streaming channels offering access to 250,000+ movies and TV episodes, plus, music, sports, and more*. Search the widest selection of channels and get automatic updates on new movies. Enjoy up to 1080P stunning HD video* as well as Ethernet, USB, and microSD card ports. *Some channels require payment. Channel availability can change and varies by country. Availability of 1080p HD video limited by channel provider and speed of broadband connection.
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Customers like the channels, performance, and ease of installation of the streaming media player. They mention that it offers an enormous selection of channels, and that the setup screen is fairly easy to operate. They are also happy with value, streaming, and speed. That said, opinions are mixed on connectivity and remote control.
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Customers like the performance of the stand-alone streaming media player. They mention that it works great, has no problems, and is easy to use. They also appreciate the incredible functionality it brings to television, and the overall simplicity of use. The Roku works best for on-demand content and apps, and customers use the Tivo's for recorded content. The Android app works pretty well, and it's reliable.
"...Includes a handheld remote, which works really well and is definitely a nice-to-have if you prefer "real" buttons...." Read more
"...tablet; Amazon Fire TV also has voice search which works great for searching for content available from Amazon...." Read more
"...Some of them are actually fairly high quality, while others are simply occasional basement broadcasts...." Read more
"...While the interface is crude it works flawlessly and I was very happy with that app...." Read more
Customers find the installation process of the Roku streaming media player to be easy. They mention that the setup screen is fairly easy to operate, and people should be able to get set up within five minutes. They also appreciate the simple interface, which makes navigating menus and controlling the Rooku a snap. The interface is clean and functional, and the GUI is better than the NeoTV but not quite as good as the AppleTV.
"...Navigating menus and controlling the Roku is a snap, both when selecting and viewing content, and includes Rewind, Fast-Forward, Pause, and Play..." Read more
"I'm very happy with the 2015 version of the Roku 2. It is easy to use, the performance is very snappy, the menus are fluid and the menu system and..." Read more
"...The setup screen is fairly easy to operate, and people should be able to get set up within five minutes, although it can take considerably longer to..." Read more
"...The interface is clean and functional, which I like, but there needs to be a serious rework with the remote..." Read more
Customers like the speed of the standalone streaming media player. They mention that it's super fast, streaming is fast and buffering free, and starts up relatively quickly. They also mention that there are zero buffering issues with either device, and the device is more responsive and feels more powerful than the Chromecast.
"...snap, both when selecting and viewing content, and includes Rewind, Fast-Forward, Pause, and Play functions, cursor control, etc...." Read more
"...It is easy to use, the performance is very snappy, the menus are fluid and the menu system and navigation is so intuitive that most people will..." Read more
"...Did I mention it's fast? It's fast. Blazing fast. No lag, videos load super fast (especially over a wired connection) and I never have to reboot it..." Read more
"...The processor is noticeably much faster; there’s virtually no evidence of video stutter, blanking, or lagging due to slow processing and buffering...." Read more
Customers like the value of the streaming media player. They say it offers unlimited entertainment at a fabulously low price, and is much cheaper than cable. Some say the product is a solid value and offers lots of horsepower for a fair price. Overall, customers are happy with the value and recommend it to others.
"...It was an inexpensive way to get my feet wet and it worked great...." Read more
"...and a sophisticated searching feature that makes it easy to find and get the best deal on virtually any movie or TV show out there...." Read more
"...Seriously, just get a Roku. If you're looking for a good streamer for a good price, get a Roku. The only question is which one to get...." Read more
"...The channel selection is good for the top tier. Most everything else is pretty garbage. But that is the fault of the channel creators and not Roku...." Read more
Customers like the streaming of the Roku 2 TV. They mention that it is a great streaming device, with better quality streaming than the PC by far. It is able to stream content from the web to their TV, and it streams music and pictures from their phone very well. The playback is perfect, and there is no more buffering while streaming shows.
"...It provides great high def video and audio quality, the widest selection of channels available and a sophisticated searching feature that makes it..." Read more
"...Roku Media Player is interesting to me as it can pull video, music, and photos from my network-connected devices that have sharing on..." Read more
"Roku is by far the best media streamer on the market. Period. Way better than Apple TV/Amazon Fire/Chromecast/Smart TVs in general...." Read more
"...and have found them just as well made and reliable, with equally clean signals in comparison to cables costing many times more...." Read more
Customers like the channels on the Roku streaming media player. They say it offers an enormous selection of channels, some of which are completely free. The Roku offers an interface and channel selection that other players just don't offer. The elements load quickly, and the channel selection is easy. Customers are also impressed with the ease of use and the ability to add new services.
"...Supports the broadest variety of streaming sources..." Read more
"...It provides great high def video and audio quality, the widest selection of channels available and a sophisticated searching feature that makes it..." Read more
"...The thousands of channels available for free (or with cable provider login) is amazing, the ability to view local content on a USB drive..." Read more
"...We remain impressed with the enormous number of channels available through the Roku streaming service...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the remote control of the streaming media player. Some mention that the RF remote is incredibly novel, while others say that it's a little hit or miss, and the unit arrived with a defective remote. Some say that the handheld remote works well and is a nice-to-have, while the IR remote is more complex and has simple buttons. Overall, the remote controls are not universally praised.
"...But boy was I wrong, the remote is Dreadful and has to be held so close and aimed so directly at the unit that it's beyond frustrating not mention..." Read more
"...Includes a handheld remote, which works really well and is definitely a nice-to-have if you prefer "real" buttons...." Read more
"...Amazon is pretty good but the controls are not very intuitive. Hulu is horrendously slow...." Read more
"...I would doc a star otherwise, because the included remote is fickle - you have to point it directly at the unit...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the connectivity of the stand-alone streaming media player. Some mention that the WiFi connection was much stronger on the Roku, and streaming seems to work flawlessly over WiFi with moderate signal strength. However, others say that it would not connect to the internet, it degrades their home network wireless connectivity, and the network connections being forgotten randomly.
"...Supports 5GHz WiFi networks (whereas the Chromecast supports only 2.4GHz)..." Read more
"...that initially blocks local port sharing the ROKU will fail to connect to the Internet...." Read more
"...AND the app has the same typing problem, but the video streaming capability works perfectly...." Read more
"...The Playstation app on Roku is very different, I found it difficult to use and non intuitive...." Read more
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But Chromecast offers access to a limited number of streaming sources, and I soon found that I wanted to stream shows that were not available via Chromecast: in particular, I wanted to stream content from Amazon Prime.
After surveying the streaming devices out there, I concluded that the Roku 2, at $69.95, offers the best bang for the buck, and I haven't been disappointed: this is a great little device!
PROS:
1) Easy setup. Just connect it via HDMI to your system (TV for example), connect the included power adapter, and connect to your WiFi network. The Roku also includes an Ethernet jack, if your prefer to use hardwired Ethernet.
2) Supports the broadest variety of streaming sources (many - including all the "big names" such as HuluPlus, Amazon Prime, Netflix, etc. without favoring one over the other - the Roku is said to be "source agnostic"). You can re-arrange the presentation of content providers if you wish.
3) Includes a handheld remote, which works really well and is definitely a nice-to-have if you prefer "real" buttons. The alternative is a smartphone app (see below).
4) Navigating menus and controlling the Roku is a snap, both when selecting and viewing content, and includes Rewind, Fast-Forward, Pause, and Play functions, cursor control, etc.
5) A meta-search feature allows you to search across all available content providers for a particular title. This makes it easy to locate a particular show that you want to watch (note that most content providers require a paid subscription in order to access their content).
6) Supports 5GHz WiFi networks (whereas the Chromecast supports only 2.4GHz)
7) Roku has a very nice FREE remote control app for your smartphone (available in your mobile device's app store). The app communicates with the Roku via WiFi (not IR, so it's "point anywhere") and makes controlling the Roku even sweeter. Note that the app also allows you to enter voice search requests (similar to the Roku 3 - see below) but I haven't tried this feature, so don't know how well it works.
CONS:
1) The only thing I found that I don't like so far is that when registering your device with Roku, they require you to supply a credit card (on their website, the product info says, "May require credit card" when registering). Note that you're not required to BUY anything, only to provide a credit card up-front in the event that you do choose to make an in-app purchase (although I'm not sure what this would be). Personally, I didn't care for this (having to supply credit card info) at all; that's just another website that has your credit card info. But you can't complete the registration process without doing it. Note to Roku: Come on, guys; nobody likes this. Either make it optional, or get rid of it altogether!
Roku 2 vs Roku 3
So what's the difference between the Roku 2 and Roku 3? Not much, in my opinion - not enough to justify the expense of the Roku 3, which for $30 more,
1) Includes a "point anywhere" remote (i.e., not IR),
2) Allows you to enter voice search requests (using the remote) by speaking the name of the desired show, and
3) Includes a pair of ear buds that you can plug into the remote for private listening without disturbing someone else who might be reading, sleeping, etc.
Other than those additional features, the Roku 2 is identical to the Roku 3 - same fast processor and same features, making it the obvious better value, in my opinion.
IMPORTANT: If ordering the Roku 2, be sure you order the latest (2015) model, as it has the upgraded, faster processor (previous models had a slower processor).
Setup is also easy: connect it to your HDTV or home theater receiver using an HDMI cable (not included, but you can one cheap on Amazon), plug in the power adapter, and follow the on-screen instructions. It's so easy, my parents could do it. As with Blu Ray players, the HDMI cable carries both the video and audio signals. The Roku's picture and sound quality are very good on my modest system (though, like all other streaming boxes, picture and sound from internet streaming are not quite up to par with the best Blu Ray discs).
The included remote is nicely designed and is much easier to use than the remotes that came with my TV and Blu Ray players. However, as an "IR" type remote, it requires a direct line of sight to the Roku box, so you can't hide the Roku box in a cabinet, it has to be out in the open. The Roku 2 comes with Duracell batteries for the remote, which should last for years. (The batteries that came with my last Roku box in 2011 lasted until 2014.)
If you have an iPhone or Android phone, you can use your phone as a remote using a free app from Roku. Doing this can come in handy. If you want to enter text using the Roku remote, for example to search for a movie or to set up your Netflix account, you have to move the cursor to each letter and select it; this is a bit tedious. Using the smartphone app, you can pull up an on-screen keyboard and type text in directly; it's quicker and easier. Also, the latest version of the Roku smartphone app has voice search: just say the name of the movie you want, and it will show you all the channels that has that movie, then touch the one you want and it'll take you right there. If you misplace your Roku remote or the batteries die and you don't have replacements handy, it's nice to be able to use your phone as the remote. And lastly, you don't need a direct line of sight to control your Roku box with the smartphone app, because the app uses your wifi network rather than infrared.
The alternatives to Roku are Amazon Fire TV and Apple TV. All three platforms have their advantages and disadvantages. Apple TV is the only one you can use to view content from the iTunes store, and it can also mirror content from your iPhone or iPad if you have one. But the Apple TV hasn't been updated in years and is overdue for a new version (hence its recent price drop). Amazon Fire TV is great if you have a Kindle Fire tablet; Amazon Fire TV also has voice search which works great for searching for content available from Amazon. Roku has the most channels of all of them and is my favorite. But all three platforms have their loyal fans.
If you choose the Roku platform, you can buy this Roku 2 or the Roku 3 for $30 more. The 2015 versions of the Roku 2 and Roku 3 offer identical performance; the only difference is the remote: The remote that comes with the Roku 3 has an earphone jack, a motion sensor for playing games on the Roku, and a mic for voice search. For me, these extra features are not worth the extra $30. But they will be for some people.
If you have an older Roku (I did), the 2015 updated Roku 2 will be a big step up in performance. It's really easy and fast to use, and navigating the menus is super easy and intuitive. If you've never used a streaming box, the Roku platform is a really excellent one, almost no learning curve and well designed with just about everything you could want from a streaming box.
One last caution: The Roku 2 and 3 were originally introduced 2 years ago. These 2015 updated versions are very good, especially the 2015 Roku 2. But this is not a fundamentally new device. Roku is likely to come out with a "Roku 4" later this year that will offer 4K resolution, faster performance, and probably some other new features. If you don't have a 4K TV, the 2015 Roku 2 is a really great option.
The other reviewer has a less favorable perspective and you should read his/her review before spending your hard-earned money. But my experience with the new Roku 2 is very positive and I recommend it highly.