Head-to-head · TVs & Projectors
Roku Express vs Chromecast
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: it is close
- Roku Express has far more owner reviews (44,166 vs 16,651), so its rating is the more reliable one.
Scores are ours (out of 10); ratings and review counts are pulled from Amazon.com at import time.
Specs side by side
| Spec | Roku Express | Chromecast |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 9.2 / 10 | 9.2 / 10 |
| Amazon rating | 4.6 (44,166) | 4.6 (16,651) |
| Brand | Roku | |
| Connectivity Technology | Wi-Fi | Bluetooth, Wireless |
| Controller Type | amazon_alexa, vera | Voice Control |
| Video Output Resolution | 1920x1080 pixels | 1080p HDR, 60 FPS pixels |
| Video Codec | H.264 | H.264 or H.265 (HEVC) |
| Connector Type | HDMI | HDMI |
| Resolution | 1080p | 1080p |
| Compatible Devices | Television | Television |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ.
Choose the Roku Express if…
- connectivity technology of "Wi-Fi" fits your setup
- controller type of "amazon_alexa, vera" fits your setup
- video output resolution of "1920x1080 pixels" fits your setup
Choose the Chromecast if…
- connectivity technology of "Bluetooth, Wireless" fits your setup
- controller type of "Voice Control" fits your setup
- video output resolution of "1080p HDR, 60 FPS pixels" fits your setup
Roku Express
What we like
- Simple setup with an included High speed HDMI cable
- Easy-to-use remote, intuitive navigation
- 500, 000+ movies and TV episodes, with voice search across 1, 000+ top channels. Plus, catch hit movies, popular shows and more with no subscription or fees on the Roku channel
- Tons of streaming services available. From movies and series on Netflix, Prime Video, HBO NOW and SHOWTIME to cable alternatives like Sling TV or YouTube TV to live sports and news on CBS News, ABC News and ESPN
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
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