Roku XDS 2100X

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 7 expert reviews

Excellent:

2
Good:

2
Average:

2
Bad:

1

Pros:

Easy setup.
Intuitive interface.
Excellent video experience.

Cons:

USB not yet enabled.
No network streaming.

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Last revision on May 12, 2020

Reviewers Liked

Easy setup
Intuitive interface
Excellent video experience
Large selection of streaming channels
Many output options
Inexpensive
Wide library of content providers
Highend media streamer for under $100, 1080p HD video playback capability
Netflix, Amazon VOD, Hulu Plus and many other great apps
Excellent streaming quality using the dualband wirelessN antenna
Remote does everything it needs to and nothing more

Reviewers Didn't Like

USB not yet enabled
No network streaming
Greater codec support
Need to sign up separately with most content providers
No easy way to stream media from a computer
Few providers stream in 1080p quality
VUDU not currently available
Somewhat spartan interface
No cheap way to integrate iTunes music library
Will not play all video formats
Plays only MP4 and M4V video
Does not play from DLNA servers or network shares
Adding channels is a real chore

Expert reviews and ratings

4/30/11 Roku recently sent me a new Roku XD/s media streamer so that I could take another look at Roku. The first Roku box I reviewed performed terribly (read previous review for reference). While Roku has a large number of fans, my initial experience...

By About.com on May 06, 2011

Overall, the Roku rocked our world. Set-up was simple and navigating through the interface was a breeze.With the advent of similar products at similar price points like Apple TV and LG’s Smart TV Upgrader, Roku really needs to make next-gen...

By Pocket-lint on April 22, 2011

In truth, there's not a lot more to say about the Roku XDS. It's a simple, inexpensive box that efficiently streams content from multiple sources. It does exactly as promised without fanfare. If only we could say that about everything we...

By Home Theater on March 15, 2011

The media streaming box category has some heavy hitters and I can understand why some people want to stay away until there is one box that will do everything and replace the evil cable box. However, if you want the most versatile and forward thinking...

By Big Picture Big Sound on December 03, 2010

If you don't need compatibility with iTunes, Roku's trio of ultra-affordable video boxes offers a wider range of streaming video and audio providers than you'll find on Apple...

By cnet on September 23, 2010

So that's the Roku XDS -- it's really quite similar to the Roku Player, the Roku HD Player, and the Roku HD-XR before it, albeit in a smaller case and with some additional capabilities. For $99, it's hard not to love, although we'd...

By Engadget on September 22, 2010

Roku has done little to improve this TV companion box since its introduction in 2008—at $100, it has stiff competition....

By PC Mag on September 22, 2010

The Roku XDS is a snappy media player that offers a great deal of streaming content for the price. The setup process takes a bit more time than other streaming players, but the end result is well worth the effort. On an interesting side note, my...

By AVRev on July 01, 2011

In my never ending quest to divorce myself from Comcast and their overpriced cable service, I have been searching for alternate methods for the family to watch our shows. The Mvix Ultio media device was an effort in frustration, that fell well short...

By The Gadgeteer on February 24, 2011

When it comes to an easy, effective and inexpensive way to get streaming video and other media from the web to your living room TV, reviewers say that the Roku XDS is the best choice for most. One big reason is the vast lineup of content partners --...

By ConsumerSearch on February 01, 2011

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