I owned the first Roku that was released and after several years of usage it finally quit working, so I had to purchase another one. I chose the streaming stick, because it was easy to install and I have enjoyed excellent service ever since.
I've had the Roku streaming stick about one month and I really like it! Watching movies cost less than it would on my satellite charges. The sound quality is better aldo on programs watched on the Roku.
Bought one of these for each TV - they're that good, Roku is hands down easily 100 times better value for your money. Out of the box easy to use ( not like the Google product). Access to Netflix and Amazon Prime easy - and 100's more. My cable guy was hooking up (yet another) TV he saw the Roku and said he had thought about getting it. I gave him 1 as a tip and later replaced it. My BIG TIP, with Roku is that if you plug the USB power source into the TV (USB slot) it takes forever to power up and be ready, if you plug the Ruku power supply into the USB to AC converter it will make a huge difference in the Roku ready time!
It is so easy. Open box. Attach to any TV wherever I am. Connect to Wifi and there it is. I watch Netflix and Free Speech TV. Stephanie Miller recommended the Roku.
I am really impressed with the selection of available channels. In addition there are far more shows and entertainment online then available with the other TV providers.