Roku Ultra

Overview

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Roku Ultra - 2020

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TechSpot Metascore

Based on 4 expert reviews

Excellent:

0
Good:

3
Average:

1
Bad:

0

8.4

User Score

Based on 1,710 reviews
as rated by users

Pros:

Supports 4K HDR video
USB port for additional storage
Roku Feed is helpful for tracking new TV episodes and movie prices

Cons:

Added features don't quite justify the premium over the Premiere+
No Dolby Vision support

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Last revision on March 7, 2024

Reviewers Liked

Supports 4K HDR video
USB port for additional storage
Roku Feed is helpful for tracking new TV episodes and movie prices

Reviewers Didn't Like

Added features don't quite justify the premium over the Premiere+
No Dolby Vision support
Performance gains over the $50 Roku Streaming Stick are barely noticeable

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Expert reviews and ratings

4K and HDR-ready, Roku Ultra almost sets a new high bar for streaming video players but it's shown up by its more cost-effective cousin, the Premiere+. If you don't mind paying a bit more for a few neat, but somewhat impractical features, the Roku Ultra is for you. If not, save some cash and pick up a Premiere.

By TechRadar on May 09, 2017

If you own a 4K TV and an AV receiver or sound bar that doesn't pass 4K HDR signals, the Roku Ultra is a great 4K streaming choice.

By cnet on January 23, 2017

The top-dollar Roku appeals to some niche use cases, but isn't a must-have for everyone.

By PCWorld on November 01, 2016

The Roku Ultra includes just about every media-streaming feature you can think of, at a premium price.

By PCMag on October 14, 2016

Roku Ultra

Overview

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Reviews

Price: $249

Roku Ultra - 2020

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Competitors and Related Products

Apple TV - 2015 (4th Gen)

Google Chromecast - 2015

Amazon Fire TV (2nd Gen)

Roku Express Plus

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