Name: 2
Brand: Roku
SKU: 412324
Rating: 4.0 (38 reviews)

Roku 2 - Pros & Cons

interface is lightning-quick
fully customizable and dead simple to use
makes finding new apps relatively easy
The feature works very well in my experience
mix of usability and good
Better performance for less money
Getting connected is easy
sound profile is pretty neutral and well-balanced
it has a decently neutral audio reproduction
audio reproduction is fairly neutral and well-balanced
The mid and treble ranges are well-balanced
pleasantly simple
excellent film and its also-great TV show spinoff
outstanding combination of affordability and quality
ensures a bias-free user experience
Compatible with various universal remotes 5
It works equally well with all my subscription channels
fast and easy
great UIs and stellar remote controls
an intuitive interface
intelligent search
a useful remote
The accessory is simple to use and can control your TV
s simple to use and easy to hold
Integrated Alexa support is nice
The remote is refreshingly simple
Getting started is straightforward
highly polished and clearly well maintained
new ways of thinking
new connections
and new industries
super easy to use and offer a wide array of streaming channels
the ability to watch local media via USB are nice touches
Streambar has a better center channel performance
TCL has a better build quality
a better build quality and a better-balanced sound profile

It does lack the latest interface for a few apps
cross-platform search catalogs are much more limited
it has lost some luster
Roku fell short of other players in its handling of local media from the network
spotty Wi-Fi
the fancy remote of the Roku 3
pricier than the Roku or Roku Streaming Stick
Roku Express remote lacks TV volume and power buttons
The box requires line of sight to the remote
the Roku Express does not support hardwired ethernet
there's no fast way to switch between recent apps
sluggish Fire TV Stick
lack programmable buttons
lose the Ethernet port for reliable streaming speeds
my TV is a mere foot away from my router
frustratingly loud when you had headphones plugged into the Roku remote
lack of HBO Max was only a temporary setback
no option for private listening or voice searching directly from the remote
lack of an included HDMI cable
Roku box can stream full 1080p signals
is no Ethernet connector on the XD model
lack of an HDMI cable
the supported video formats are limited to MP4 (H
some popular services are missing on certain devices
the remote lacks a headphone jack
the remote lacks the TV controls for power and volume
There are no unadvertised hardware integrations
None of this data is sold outside of Google
the Roku box has to sit on the fireplace mantle in
Roku is a small box
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putting in long passwords or WiFi keys can be a bit laborious
Spotify s channel is a bit disappointing
it s not nearly as sophisticated as Amazon s Fire
Remote no longer has a headphone jack
It may not display this or other websites correctly
lacking in its predecessor
menus are heavily geared toward Amazon Prime content
lacks extras like voice search and the ability to control your
it s not likely to solve the problems with Windows on Arm
is forever hidden away from everyone watching entertainment on the screen
Google Fi s most expensive and comes with unlimited data
the Streaming Stick Plus could occasionally be susceptible to
Alameda took huge losses when Luna went down
and sloppy accounting
Roku Ultra
Roku did away with the microSD port from earlier editions
there s the Amazon Fire TV Cube
no chance with the credit card requirement
usb media playback capability is so poor
Roku's bass extends a bit deeper
older TVs can come without HDMI ARC
Neither bar supports Atmos content
Neither bar comes with a subwoofer
doesn't turn off the bar but instead sets it to standby mode

Roku - Video Reviews (9)

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Roku 2 - Full Specifications

DC-in jack	yes
Headphone outputs	1
HDMI ports quantity	1
HDCP	no
Ethernet LAN	yes
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	1
Ethernet LAN data rates	10 100
Wi-Fi	yes
Wi-Fi standards	802.11a 802.11b 802.11g 802.11n

HD type	Full HD
Full HD	yes
Image formats supported	JPG PNG
Video formats supported	H.264 MKV MP4

Colour of product	Black

Built-in display	no
Handheld remote control	yes

Audio output channels	7.1
Audio formats supported	AAC MP3
Audio decoders	Dolby Digital 5.1

Built-in storage media	no
Card reader integrated	yes
Compatible memory cards	microSD
Storage media type	Not available

Width	3.54 in
Depth	3.54 in
Height	0.98 in
Weight	4.94 oz

Power consumption (typical)	3.5 W

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Roku 2 Roku - Editorial Reviews (16)

3.7

Based on 16 reviews

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Roku 2 Roku Express (2019) review: An inexpensive streamer with a cheap remote

pcworld.com_techhive.com

Published: 01.11.2019

Roku Express (2019) review: An inexpensive streamer with a cheap remote

2.0

The 2019 version of the Roku Express would be a great cheap streamer if it's remote didn't cut corners.

Tom's Guide

Published: 08.02.2021

Roku Ultra (2020) review

4.0

The Roku Ultra (2020) offers faster streaming and improved wireless performance

Quora

What is your review of Roku?

Answer (1 of 3): In comparison with the other streaming devices, Roku has been remarkable in several aspects. Be it design or the features it offers, it is an impeccable gadget that offers you productivity and consistency in several aspects. Especially, the new releases are simply powerful and ma...

Roku 2 Faster Roku 2 masters the streaming universe

CNET

Published: 21.04.2016

Faster Roku 2 masters the streaming universe

Roku's streaming platform is the best around, and the Roku 2 is just as fast as the Roku 3. But with the release of the new Streaming Stick, it's not the value it once was.

Alphr

Published: 12.06.2015

Roku 2 review: The one to watch

4.0

Repeat after me: I must not watch an entire TV series in one sitting. Back when DVDs were all the rage, spending the best part of a day staring at a television screen required some minor investment of energy. You

stuff.tv/my/

Roku 1 review | Stuff

Free your TV from the tyranny of the schedules with this £40 streaming superstar

Roku 2 How to Pick the Best Roku Device (2022): A Guide to Each Model

WIRED

Published: 25.10.2018

How to Pick the Best Roku Device (2022): A Guide to Each Model

The company has a dizzying array of streaming sticks, boxes, and soundbars to choose from, but don’t worry—these are the ones to buy.

Roku 2 Roku Streaming Stick 4K review: keeping it simple, now with Dolby Vision

The Verge

Published: 15.10.2021

Roku Streaming Stick 4K review: keeping it simple, now with Dolby Vision

4.0

Now a bit faster and with Dolby Vision for the same $50.

RTINGS.com

Published: 21.08.2020

Roku Smart Soundbar Review

3.2

The Roku Smart Soundbar is an entry-level 2.0 soundbar. It gives you access to Roku's streaming media player, which organizes your streaming platforms like Netfl...

The Gadgeteer

Published: 28.11.2011

Roku 2 XS and XD Streaming Media Players Review - The Gadgeteer

Roku recently updated their line of streaming media players, and they sent Julie their high-end Roku 2 XS with gaming remote to review. I had been in the

whathifi

Published: 25.08.2015

Home review

5.0

This affordable, top spec streamer is an absolute no-brainer...

PCMAG

Published: 25.10.2013

Roku 2 (2015) Review

3.5

The new Roku 2 media hub offers loads of streaming services and fast performance, but it leaves out one of the cooler features of the previous version.

TechRadar

Published: 18.01.2017

Roku 2 review

Roku's redesigned middle child is back and faster than ever

AVForums

Published: 01.09.2013

Roku 2 XS

4.0

’There’s a ton of entertainment in this little box,’ says the Roku advertising and we could hardly disagree with that. What’s more, it’s all dished up in such a slick and incredibly usable way...