I purchased the Roku about a month ago after returning the Chromecast that did not work with Acorn. It was simple to install and works very smoothly. Great content and no commercials.
I bought this about 2 months ago and love everything about it, except for the remote. I have to take the batteries out about every 10 minutes and then put them back in, and yes I have tried replacing the batteries several times.
I have been using the Roku streaming stick now for about 2 months and I am very happy with the service, what it offers(especially Time-Warner), and it is very user friendly. I would have given an Excellent rating except for the remote that comes with it. Every few minutes while browsing the remote stops working, I have to remove the batteries, put them back in, and then it works for a few more minutes, very annoying!. I have set my I-phone up to use as a remote which works well, but I should not have to rely on it and Roku should include a better remote, even if it costs a few dollars more. Thanks.