Head-to-head · TVs & Projectors
Chromecast vs Roku Streaming Stick
Two of the most-reviewed tvs & projectors on Amazon.com, compared on our score, owner ratings and the specs that actually differ. Prices are not printed because they change daily; the buttons open the live listings.
Our verdict: the Chromecast
- Chromecast scores higher in our testing (9.2 vs 9.0 out of 10).
Scores are ours (out of 10); ratings and review counts are pulled from Amazon.com at import time.
Specs side by side
| Spec | Chromecast | Roku Streaming Stick |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 9.2 / 10 | 9.0 / 10 |
| Amazon rating | 4.6 (16,651) | 4.5 (13,982) |
| Brand | Roku | |
| Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth, Wireless | Wi-Fi |
| Supported Internet Services | Google TV | Amazon Instant Video, Hulu Plus, Netflix, Vudu, YouTube |
| Controller Type | Voice Control | amazon_alexa, android, ios, vera |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 16 GB | 120 GB |
| Video Output Resolution | 1080p HDR, 60 FPS pixels | 1920x1080 pixels |
| Video Codec | H.264 or H.265 (HEVC) | H.264, H.265/HEVC |
| Connector Type | HDMI | HDMI |
| Resolution | 1080p | 1080p |
| Compatible Devices | Television | Television |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ.
Choose the Chromecast if…
- you want the higher overall score in our testing
- owner satisfaction matters most (4.6 stars)
- connectivity technology of "Bluetooth, Wireless" fits your setup
- supported internet services of "Google TV" fits your setup
- controller type of "Voice Control" fits your setup
Choose the Roku Streaming Stick if…
- connectivity technology of "Wi-Fi" fits your setup
- supported internet services of "Amazon Instant Video, Hulu Plus, Netflix, Vudu, YouTube" fits your setup
- controller type of "amazon_alexa, android, ios, vera" fits your setup
Chromecast
What we like
- Watch the entertainment you love, including live TV, in up to 4K HDR[1,2,3]; discover over 700,000 movies and TV episodes, plus millions of songs[2]
- Get fast streaming, and enjoy a crystal clear picture up to 4K and brighter colors with HDR[3]
- Your home screen displays movies and TV shows from all your services in one place; get personal recommendations based on your subscriptions, viewing habits, and content you own
- Press the Google Assistant[4] button on the remote and use voice search to find specific shows, or search by mood, genre, actress, and more; control the volume, switch inputs, play music, and get answers, hands-free
Roku Streaming Stick
What we like
- Powerful and portable
- Voice remote with TV power and volume
- 500, 000 plus movies and TV episodes. Free mobile app for iOS or android
- Easy to use remote, intuitive navigation, search Across top channels
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