Customer Ratings & Reviews

Google made some good improvements to the previous 4k unit. The 4k streamer is a little faster, the volume control is on the face of the unit and now comes with an Ethernet connection. It’s also easier to hold. I’m use to the previous unit because of the placement of the buttons, but over all I like the new improved unit. Unfortunately the price is double.

We just purchased an 85" Samsung TV to use in our living room. We use a streaming service but it only works with Google TV so we had to purchase it. Honestly I was determined to buy the Google Chromecast 4K but I found that they have now launched this new product. I was watching some reviews on YouTube about this, there are good and bad comments but in general they say that the performance is better because it has more RAM and storage memory, that's why we decided to buy it. The product is not bad, it does its job, it is a little faster and more fluid than the Chromecast or the operating system of some TVs with Google TV, but I really don't know if it is worth it for the price. Sometimes we have felt that it is a little slow, honestly we are not very demanding with what we use it for our streaming services. It would be more attractive if the price were more reasonable. The setup process is honestly a bit tedious and too long, even when you set it up using your cell phone.

Out of all the Google cast devices I have had over the years this is the best one. I love how easily all the streaming apps integrate with the system. I had used the Apple TV device before buying the Google Streamer and it was a good device but it had a plain main menu that was just boring. Honestly if you have an android device like a Pixel phone then it's a much better option because it's easier to stream from your phone then it was on the Apple TV, unless you have an iPhone. Also my Pixel 9 phones have a built in remote that you can easily use with the Google Streamer that makes it convenient to us as well. The device can be a bit sluggish when navigating through the menu but it works well for my everyday use.

It ended up being an overly expensive and much worse device than the ChromeCast Ultra. I can't watch Netflix on the Google streamer without signing into an account on the Streamer itself. When the older version, the ultra would cast Netflix without issue. Annoyances like that are constant in the streamer. It would also allow others to cast their profiles on it. With the Ultra, all I needed to was click cast, and it instantly did it with zero hassle. The setup of the streamer took way too long when all I simply wanted to do with it was watch TV. The streamer has way too many useless additions that take an hour to set up each and every one while also feeling pointless to ever use. It has been turned into a way to overly complicated device that feels pointless to use compared to the Ultra. If you want a nice simple device that works instantly go chrome cast. The Google streamer has been nothing but headaches for $100.

It's the fastest android box I have ever used. The extra storage bypasses the issue with Android TV's having extremely little storage space which leads to apps crashing.

So much faster then the original 4K google Chromecast. With the extra RAM, the interface is much quicker and smoother. Highly recommended!

The Google TV streamer is a great system and probably the best TV streamer. I don't think $100 is exactly worth it, though. My item arrived in a damaged box, and the opening was completely ripped apart. The device itself isn't damaged and doesn't seem to have issues, but this is bad service from Best Buy. You shouldn't send damaged/open box items as "new purchase" so the streamer is 4/5 and service 2/5

It's the best Google TV that I've tested, it works excellently and I can have all the applications I want to obtain. I recommend it.

There are a lot of bugs with this especially that some apps needs to be force closed but that can only be done deep in the settings menu. Other than that it’s easy to use and quality is good.

The Google TV Streaming 4K is a solid addition to Google’s lineup, combining simplicity and performance in a well-designed package. Having used various streaming devices and smart TVs with different operating systems (my main TV runs on Google OS), I can confidently say that this is the best iteration I’ve used—especially at this price point. The Google TV Streaming box has a sleek and minimalist design that is both compact and unobtrusive. It’s lightweight and takes up very little space on an entertainment center. The remote fits comfortably in the palm of your hand—it’s large enough to avoid getting lost, yet not so big as to feel awkward or non-ergonomic. Its weight feels just right, and the layout is simple, featuring a D-pad, volume control, and dedicated buttons for Netflix, YouTube, and voice control. It runs on AAA batteries, but I believe a small improvement would be a built-in rechargeable battery that could be charged via a USB-C port to avoid managing disposable batteries. The simplicity of the design extends to the setup. As someone already deep into the Google ecosystem, I found the OS and interface intuitive. Adding apps from the Play Store is easy, and the voice commands via the microphone button on the remote make controlling smart devices or selecting streaming content feel effortless. One standout feature is the built-in ethernet port. While most Wi-Fi setups are capable of streaming 4K content without interruption, having the option for a wired connection adds an extra layer of stability, especially in households where the wireless signal might be less reliable. In terms of speed, the interface feels noticeably faster than my smart TV with Google OS built in. Navigating menus and switching between apps is smoother and more responsive through this streaming box compared to my TV’s native interface. This is particularly noticeable when performing quick A-B comparisons between the two. Another big plus is the ability to cast from a phone or laptop on the same network. This feature effectively transforms any TV into a smart TV, making it an excellent option for modernizing an older TV that doesn’t have built-in smart features. Overall, the Google TV Streaming 4K is a great streaming device that combines simplicity, speed, and strong integration with Google’s ecosystem, all in a small footprint. I’d recommend it to people of any technical ability who want to update their TV with the latest streaming technology.

Absolutely love it ..I have Sony Bravia w/ Google so I had to have it

Thank you very much for the delivery and time and it works great just like they said it has great has great memory space it works perfect

Anyone that used a recent Google TV or Chromecast with remote will find this familiar. It's a faster version of Chromecast, with an improved remote and 32 GB of storage with over 26 Gb available to install apps and it's much faster than our old Android TV. Like current Google TVs, it has plenty of TV apps available via the Play store, it analyzes what one watches and provides recommendations across different apps. The main screen makes it easy to watch content from different apps one after the other, including your YouTube history and some social media apps (TikTok, etc.). The remote uses two AAA alkaline batteries (included), and it can control the TV powering it on and off via IR or HDMI, as well as volume control and depending on the TV, changing inputs. It's voice enabled, so when pressing the assistant button, can use Ok Google to find TV content or control smart home devices that are integrated with Google Home, as well as showing camera content (As in, show me the front door camera). It also has a find remote button on the back of the unit that makes the remote beep. The streamer is powered by USB-C. It comes with a long USB-C to USB cable and a power adapter that is a small USB plug. One can use another power supply if it provides enough power, and this doesn't require much. Unlike the Chromecast, it has a built-in Ethernet in addition to Wi-Fi. I'm using Ethernet and works great. Unlike Chromecast, the HDMI cable is not included. Make sure to get an 'Ultra High Speed' or one that supports 48Gbps if the TV supports Dolby Vision. This streamer also improves in supporting Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos in addition to other HDR and audio formats. The other major improvement and likely the reason this is a 'tabletop' device instead of dangling on the back of the TV, is that this also has a Thread radio so it acts as a Thread Border Router for Matter devices. This is important if using Google Home, as it's always on and allows to remotely control Matter devices that use Thread radios, without the need to have a Google Nest hub. There is no Google Home app on this, so besides acting as a hub for Google Home apps, one can control devices and view cameras via the Google voice assistant on the remote. The tabletop part of the streamer is light cream matte and slopes down in the front making it look more like a pebble. It's very small. I think it could've been another dongle but the radios will likely work much better when on a table. If your TV isn't smart, or it fell behind the times, and you prefer the Google TV experience, this works great. It makes any TV a Google TV.

Most smart TVs come with onboard WiFi and let you install your favorite apps, but they are usually very slow and wonky because of cheap processors, poor software, and/or limited memory. That's why, for most folks, it is good to own a dedicated streaming device. This latest model from Google is a terrific option with only one drawback. Pros: - Set up was incredibly easy. I was able to get this device up and running (even completing a system update) within 10-15 minutes. You can use your phone via the Google Home app to complete the set-up and it worked flawlessly. - Navigating apps is fast and smooth. Compared to Apple TV and Roku devices that I have used, this streamer leaves them in the dust. - Picture quality and audio are top notch. - This streamer has a slim form factor, taking up very little space under your TV. - There are no annoying lights on this device that can distract you when watching TV in a dark room. - The remote works well and is easy to get acclimated to. Cons: - Before buying, make sure that apps that you need access to are available. When I "cut the cord" last year, I kept a streaming service through my Cable/Internet provider for live television. This device does not give me access to the app for that service. I assume that this is because YouTube TV is a competing service, but this is very disappointing to me. Performance-wise, this is the best and fastest streaming device I have ever used. Just be aware that it may not give you access to every app that you are looking for.

I guess say good bye to google chromecast and say hello to google tv streaming 4k, makes me laugh that google could never stick to one thing they either kill a product and creating something that’s technically the same product they got rid of. but google new tv streaming 4k I think they are finally on the right direction here, it new google design shows so much simplicity from the box to the main product itself. -DESIGN- again the moment I saw the box I was impressed how simple it looks. how light the box feels, and honestly there’s not much going inside either, the main google streaming 4k device is shaped like a bar of soap or a giant pill which ever comes to your mind first. and the remote remind me of an apple tv remote, but again it shape like a pill. the remote is very limited selection of button, only the buttons that matters you have the netflix and youtube dedicated button , home button, volume , mic, mute, power button, shortcut button and directional pad on top, with home button with it’s dedicated color, the box comes with 2 AAA batteries, would been nice the remote is charger as well. -FEATURES- when it comes to features this streaming box is equipped with built in internet port to guarantee a more consistent connection. it supports Dolby Atmos/ Vision. google claim this has 22% more faster processor, while testing browsing around the home screen moving around switching from different apps the speed is consistent. with a 32GB this is more than enough for all the app you use daily. you also have the ability to control google right from your tv. and yes you’ll still able to cast from your phone with google streaming 4k. -CONCLUSION- so far been enjoy this new google streaming 4k, I love the OS it’s very responsive did not see any slow down all apps I needed is here and way more. but I do have couple issues i’ve noticed. the first thing the moment I opened the box is how smooth and slick the remote is, when I mean slick this remote have zero grip on the back I feel like I have to be careful holding the remote due to feeling a high chance ok slipping. this one slippery remote that and maybe order a 3rd party remote case for it. using google home inside the google streaming 4k has missing features all the device I connected like front door camera and rgb right, google chrome doesn’t seems to replicate what’s on the phone. the only one that showing on my tv is my front camera clicking doesn’t show any image at all. rgb light settings that should have been on the list., google claim it support google photos well there’s nowhere to use google photo with this. I tried to search the appl through google streaming 4k and it shows up but I get a message that it’s currently not supported, so maybe later? overall it has there’s definitely some missing features. overall I think this device looks great the design looks elegant and I great piece to display. it’s fast and responsive, i’ll be waiting for the google app support to come out so we will see. I still recommend the device just the fact what it can do and not that expensive as well.

The setup: Very simple on screen instructions. Once you connect your email address, it’s pretty much your google account on tv. All your apps, photos (optional), library like your purchases, rentals etc is all available on screen. Google assistant is also usable. There were no issues with connecting to wifi, although I have mine wired now. The remote is universal. It found the code to my sound bar so now I can just use 1 remote! That was unique to do. The google tv is very clean and I like the simple tan vanilla-ish color. It was packaged nice. Once in, I noticed brighter colors and the sound was louder vs another streamer I have. The 4K movies pop a little more and it is very smooth, no flickering. The menu setup can seem confusing at first, but at the top u have your categories like live, apps, and library. The best option to use, for me, was the apps because it’s organized and it’s easy to find your specific app vs scrolling and scrolling. The experience is very simple and not overwhelming. Everything connects like it should. The best part is having google assistant. Enjoy!

To start off, I've been enjoying the new Google TV Streamer for around the past week. Setup was a little tedious and requires Google Home, but also straight forward if you're already part of the current Google ecosystem of smart home speakers and displays. Not much else to say about the initial setup. Everything about the streamer seems quite refined and well tested. PROS: This is 100% faster than the competitor product I was using prior. There are certain apps missing from the Google TV store that I would like to see, but I'm hoping that the company will eventually add them long term. This is my second experience with an official Google TV remote and I have to say that everything is laid out well. I had trouble with battery drain on a competitor product, but it's yet to be determined if that's a problem on this end. I really appreciate using the "find my remote" button on the back of the receiver as I would constantly misplace it with my older devices. Very convenient. CONS: They went with a lower cost chip. AC WIFI is 2 generations old at this point. Might be a limitation of the chosen SoC, but I would have liked to see a minimum of AX generation WIFI HW via 2x2 antenna for long term futureproofing. I'm sure this device will be refreshed in 2-3 years when newer HW revisions become cost centric. The Google TV streamer also doesn't include an HDMI cable. Might not be a con per say, but I would recommend using a cable capable of 4K60 via spec. A lot of older cables may not be capable of this and distort while pushing high bandwidth. SUBJECTIVE: While this is honestly the fastest streamer I've used, I can't help but mention that you can find a competitive "Google TV OS" product for around half the cost. I'm positive this one has strongest variation of hardware and storage, but there may be diminishing returns for some people. OTHER THOUGHTS: Would be nice if they started adopting TV tuners (2-4 count) and Coax input via 2nd device so that you could stream Antenna TV to all rooms with Google TV. I've been wanting something like that without the need to switch to the smart TV's UI.. (Mine is very slow)... but there's only 1-2 options on market and require jumping through hoops via Plex or 3rd party app. Just an idea if google does read this! CONCLUSION: I think it's very a solid product, but you're going to have to weigh the pros and cons for your needs. I personally wish it offered more for the money, but it's not bad either. It does what you expect, but lacks the value proposition in a saturated market.

Love the fact that Google gave the TV streamer a built-in Ethernet port and extra storage over the Google TV 4K. The extra storage makes this a very capable little gaming box for the price. The remote is little bit bigger than the older model, has a better placed volume control button and the lost remote button is absolutely amazing. I don't love the fact that it's a larger footprint and double the price of the older model but the new features very much make up for that. I've never been too impressed with the default Google TV launcher but this supports Projectivy Launcher just fine and allows me to declutter my home screen as much as I want.

I have used streaming devices from Amazon, Roku, Apple, and Google. I have found that the google and apple ones seem to work the best for my needs. We have started to change our devices to google tv as they function with our other google home devices. This streaming device was pretty simple to setup if you use google home to do so. You can also manually setup the device, but I just did it through the google home app and it made the process very easy and pretty much logged me into most of my apps. I like the fact you can have multiple users on one device. This would be helpful if I had children or teens, but for us two adults we tend to just use one profile but have the second one setup just in case. I had this connected to my TV via HDMI through the TV that is connected to a sound bar. Sound quality is very good, and I thought it sounded a little better than the built in streaming device built into the tv. I next tried it on our projector, but for this setup the soundbar needs to be connected via Bluetooth. Connecting to my soundbar was no problem, the sound was perfectly synced with the video, and I didn't notice any degradation of sound quality. This was a huge plus as the soundbar is far away from the projector and I didn't want to move the soundbar to a new spot. Video quality is also fantastic. I had this first connected to a 4k 120hz Sony Bravia TV (has built in google tv as well) and the video quality looked perfect and had no issues. Next it was connected to our projector that is only 1080p and the video was just as good as the 4K Apple TV we had connected to it before. Again, no issues and we are super happy with the video quality of the google TV device. Aside from the excellent video and audio quality we love the built in google features. I like the fact I can turn on or off our lights and other devices along with view our cameras. Since I already have google home setup there was nothing else that needed to be done, and I could view the cameras with ease on my projector. This is nice as our projector is in the basement and we do not have a google hub down there and this allows us to utilize the google home features that we love. The device itself is pretty small and has an HDMI port, ethernet port, and a USB power point. There is also a button to help find the remote if you misplace it. I sorta wish they had a second USB port so you could connect a thumb drive or hard drive to play videos/photos directly from it. Not the end of the world since you can connect your phone to it anyways to display videos or photos to it. I like the remote and it's easy to use and navigate with. During the setup of the google streamer it helped me configure the remote to use with my TV or soundbar. The remote will also turn on or off the TV, so you can put away the other remotes you have and just use this one. If I had one complaint is the color. White gets dirty quickly and I really wish it was black instead, that's just me being picky as I cannot find any real faults with this system. I really like this streaming device and so happy to have it setup for our basement projector. The operating system is super easy to use and I believe anyone could use this once its setup. This would be perfect for someone who is not over technical as everything is easy to use and apps load up quickly.

I’ve been using the Google Streamer for a couple of weeks now, and honestly, I’m blown away by how much it’s improved my TV-watching experience. Setting it up was a breeze—literally plugged it in and was ready to stream within minutes. The interface is super easy to navigate, which I appreciate because I’m not the most tech-savvy person. One of the coolest things is the integration with Google Assistant. I can just talk to it to find my shows, adjust the volume, or even control my lights! It feels pretty futuristic. The picture quality is also top-notch. I mostly stream in 4K when I can, and the colors and clarity are incredible. Another huge plus is how fast everything loads. I haven’t experienced any buffering, even when watching movies in high resolution. It also works with all the apps I use, like Netflix, Disney+, and even some lesser-known ones. Google keeps it updated, so I don’t have to worry about it becoming outdated anytime soon. All in all, it’s been a great addition to my setup, and I honestly don’t know how I got by without it before. If you’re in the market for a streaming device, I’d definitely recommend the Google Streamer.