Customer reviews from roku.com
Roku - XD Wireless Digital Media Player
Average customer rating
4.2
(3,172 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 3,172 reviews
5 Stars
1,490
4 Stars
1,252
3 Stars
181
2 Stars
105
1 Star
144
91%of customers recommend this product.
(
2,859 out of
3,147)
Customer Reviews for Roku - XD Wireless Digital Media Player
Customer Rating
2
Close, but no cigar.
on August 2, 2011
Posted by: MN Netflix User
from Saint Paul, MN
I bought the XD as a more permanent solution for Netflix viewing (I typically connect my laptop via its HDMI port). The initial setup was easy enough, but whenever I changed the display settings to HD (either 720p or 1080i) the player consistently dropped from my wireless network and would not connect, nor could it actually see my network. Once I changed back to standard definition (either 4:3 or 16:9) it found the network again. In addition, the connectivity to Netflix was inconsistent. I have a 7MB connection, so speed is not an issue. On the plus side, when I could maintain a connection, the Netflix picture quality, even at standard definition, was great. However, I decided to return it because the last thing I want to do after sitting on the couch in the evening is troubleshoot technology issues. I do enough of that during the day for my job.
Pros: High quality picture, Easy to set up, Small
Cons: Poor hardware support, Inconsistent performance
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting roku.com
Customer Rating
4
An Excellent Product
on August 2, 2011
Posted by: Guitar Afficianado
from Arizona
Really, the only thing I wish I had known when buying my Roku was that I also needed to install a Router if the Roku was to work! If one does not already have a Router, it would be helpful to be told that one is needed and have a "package" of a Roku and a compatible Router provided as a purchase choice. I had to purchase a Router separately. Other than that, I am extremely pleased with my Roku and highly recommend it.
Pros: Reliability, Great value, Easy to set up, Compact, Easy to use, High quality picture
Cons: Want more video choices
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting roku.com
Customer Rating
5
roku
on August 2, 2011
Posted by: Andy
from nj
Verified Purchase:No
Good player
Pros: Great value, Built in Wi-Fi, Easy to set up, Easy to use, High quality picture, Compact, Reliability
Cons: Want more video choices
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting roku.com
Customer Rating
5
I can now choose what to watch and when
on August 2, 2011
Posted by: Happy Family
from Thousand Oaks California
Verified Purchase:No
To put it most simply .... Ruku brought the best entertainment to our family whenever we could break away. It is wonderful to leave the fast pace of life behind and relax with a great movie.
Pros: Easy to set up, Video selection, Easy to use, Great value
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting roku.com
Customer Rating
5
we love our roku player
on August 2, 2011
Posted by: steve
from onalaska,wi
Verified Purchase:No
since we got rid of cable, using our roku player and netflix has been like we have cable again for way less money. I wish i would have got a roku years ago
Pros: Great value, Reliability, Easy to set up, Built in Wi-Fi, High quality picture, Easy to use, Compact
Cons: Want more video choices
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting roku.com
Customer Rating
5
awesome
on August 3, 2011
Posted by: I the roku owner
from minnesota
Verified Purchase:No
i recommend this product. it's easy to use, and fun as well. plus the remote is cute.
Pros: Compact, Easy to set up, Easy to use, Reliability, Built in Wi-Fi, Video selection, High quality picture, Great value
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting roku.com
Customer Rating
4
very simple to hook up and use
on August 3, 2011
Posted by: Dragon
from Berryville, Ar
We use it nightly, we can watch a movie as we go to sleep
Pros: Easy to use, Easy to set up, Compact
Cons: Need fast internet service
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting roku.com
Customer Rating
4
Better than Apple TV
on August 3, 2011
Posted by: CPT 'Murica
from Colorado
Verified Purchase:No
I just bought my XD and then a week later the Roku 2 comes out. I used to be an Apple TV fan but it was way too buggy. Roku is the best, most affordable option out there.
Pros: Video selection, Easy to use, Easy to set up
Cons: Inconsistent Internet, Want more video choices, Need fast internet service
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting roku.com