How to Pick the Best Roku Device (2023): A Guide to Each Model

Rokus continue to remain our favorite TV streaming devices. They’re super easy to use and offer a wide array of streaming channels. Their displays aren’t fancy, but they offer just what someone needs: quick, direct access to their favorite streaming services. However, figuring out which one to buy is not so easy.

There are five Roku streaming devices available (not including TVs and soundbars), and you’ll find a ton of older models on Amazon and other sellers. Rokus tend to have similar names and look nearly identical, with small changes happening every year or so, and it can be difficult to suss out the differences. We’re here to help. If you’re like us, you want the best Roku for the least amount of money. We’ve broken down the features on the ones we think you’ll actually want to own, starting with the most basic model.

Updated April 2023: Roku’s lineup is the same, but we’ve updated prices and links throughout.

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