Updated October 2026
Data from Amazon and official Google site.
2026 verdict
Google TV Streamer (4K) edges out Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2nd Gen) in 2026, led by connectivity, smart home hub, and casting.
It builds its lead on connectivity, smart home hub, and casting, then backs it up with a stronger showing on remote finder. Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2nd Gen) is still relevant if you care most about price and rating, but Google TV Streamer (4K) is the stronger recommendation overall. As a general recommendation, Google TV Streamer (4K) comes out on top.
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| Feature | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2nd Gen) | Google TV Streamer (4K) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $84.99 | $149.00 | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2nd Gen) |
| Rating | 4.6 | 4.3 | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2nd Gen) |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, 6 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Ethernet, Bluetooth, USB | Google TV Streamer (4K) |
| Smart Home Hub | None | Matter Controller, Thread Border Router | Google TV Streamer (4K) |
| Casting | Screen Mirroring (Miracast) | Google Cast | Google TV Streamer (4K) |
| Remote Finder | NO | YES | Google TV Streamer (4K) |
| Voice Assistant | Alexa | Gemini | Different strengths |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
| Audio & Video | HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG, Dolby Atmos | HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG, Dolby Atmos | Tie |
| Integrations | Alexa, Home Assistant | Google Home, Home Assistant | Tie |
$84.99
- + Price: $84.99
- + Rating: 4.6
- - Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, 6 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Ethernet, Bluetooth, USB
- - Smart Home Hub: None vs Matter Controller, Thread Border Router
Winner
$149.00
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Ethernet, Bluetooth, USB
- + Smart Home Hub: Matter Controller, Thread Border Router
- + Casting: Google Cast
- - Price: $149.00 vs $84.99
- - Rating: 4.3 vs 4.6
Price history compared
Every price change of both, in the same store, so the gap between the two lines is what one costs more than the other.
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2nd Gen)
- Google TV Streamer (4K)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2nd Gen) or Google TV Streamer (4K)?
Google TV Streamer (4K) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for connectivity, smart home hub, and casting.
What is the biggest difference between Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2nd Gen) and Google TV Streamer (4K)?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2nd Gen) lists $84.99, while Google TV Streamer (4K) lists $149.00.
Which one looks better on price?
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2nd Gen) is listed at $84.99, while Google TV Streamer (4K) is listed at $149.00. Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2nd Gen) (better spec).
Who should buy Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2nd Gen)?
Choose Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2nd Gen) if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than connectivity.
Who should buy Google TV Streamer (4K)?
Choose Google TV Streamer (4K) if your priority is connectivity and smart home hub and that matters more than price.
Full comparison table
Compare all 10 Streaming Devices side by side
You are looking at two of them. The full table lines up all Streaming Devices in the catalog with the same specs, so you can filter by what you need and sort by price or rating.
- 10 Streaming Devices
- 43 specs compared
- 40 filters
RokuStreaming Stick 4K
44% OFF$79.99$44.99
AppleTV 4K (3rd Gen, Wi-Fi + Ethernet 128GB)
Unavailable- Amazon
Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2nd Gen)
$84.99 
RokuStreaming Stick HD (2025)
52% OFF$39.99$19.00
AmazonFire TV Cube (3rd Gen)
$199.99
NVIDIASHIELD TV Pro
Unavailable
RokuUltra (2024)
36% OFF$149.99$96.71
GoogleTV Streamer (4K)
$149.00
AmazonFire TV Stick 4K Select
$49.99
AmazonFire TV Stick HD (2026)
$39.99
Air Quality MonitorsAmazonSmart Air Quality Monitor
4.2(5,543)$69.99
DisplaysAmazonEcho Hub
3.9(1,822)$179.99
DisplaysAmazonEcho Show 10 (3rd Gen)
4.5(50,668)Last price$249.99
Unavailable
DisplaysAmazonEcho Show 11
4.2(8,215)$249.99
DisplaysAmazonEcho Show 15
4.4(6,456)$349.99
DisplaysAmazonEcho Show 21
4.4(6,456)$499.99
DisplaysAmazonEcho Show 5 (3rd Gen)
4.2(72,759)$99.99
DisplaysAmazonEcho Show 8 (2025)
4.2(8,216)$199.99
DisplaysAmazonEcho Show 8 (3rd Gen)
4.4(30,187)Last priceOct 10, 2026$149.99
Unavailable
PlugsAmazonSmart Plug
4.7(571,240)$24.99
SpeakersAmazonEcho (4th Gen)
4.7(152,467)Last priceSep 23, 2026$99.99
Unavailable
SpeakersAmazonEcho Dot (5th Gen)
4.7(200,709)$79.99
SpeakersAmazonEcho Dot Max
4.3(5,409)$119.99
SpeakersAmazonEcho Pop
4.6(109)Last priceSep 16, 2026$39.99
Unavailable
SpeakersAmazonEcho Spot
4.5(46,251)$109.99
SpeakersAmazonEcho Studio (2025)
4.0(1,380)$219.99
SpeakersAmazonEcho Studio
4.5(41,944)Last priceOct 7, 2026$199.99
Unavailable- Streaming DevicesAmazon
Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen)
4.4(16,035)$199.99 - Streaming DevicesAmazon
Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2nd Gen)
4.6(83,430)$84.99 - Streaming DevicesAmazon
Fire TV Stick 4K Select
4.2(17,579)$49.99
CamerasGoogleNest Cam (outdoor or indoor, battery)
4.1(6,085)7% OFF$199.99$185.79
CamerasGoogleNest Cam Floodlight
4.4(1,907)8% OFF$279.99$257.99
CamerasGoogleNest Cam Indoor (Wired, 3rd Gen)
4.6(1,098)$129.00
CamerasGoogleNest Cam Outdoor (Wired, 2nd Gen)
4.4(795)Last priceOct 10, 2026$149.99
Unavailable
CamerasGoogleNest Cam (indoor, wired)
4.4(5,428)$107.00
DisplaysGoogleNest Hub (2nd Gen)
4.2(1,155)Last priceOct 10, 2026$299.99
Unavailable
DisplaysGoogleNest Hub Max
4.3(215)Last priceSep 12, 2026$547.88
Unavailable
DoorbellsGoogleNest Doorbell (battery)
4.2(5,095)10% OFF$199.99$179.99
DoorbellsGoogleNest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen)
4.4(1,104)$196.79
DoorbellsGoogleNest Doorbell (wired, 2nd Gen)
4.3(1,047)11% OFF$179.99$159.99
Door LocksGoogleNest x Yale Lock
4.2(2,029)$269.00
RoutersGoogleNest WiFi Pro
4.0(2,496)Last priceSep 23, 2026$199.99
Unavailable
Smoke & CO DetectorsGoogleNest Protect (Battery)
4.4(7,507)$406.99
Smoke & CO DetectorsGoogleNest Protect (Wired)
4.6(4,630)$499.99
SpeakersGoogleNest Audio
4.4(224)Last priceMay 29, 2026$119.99
Unavailable
SpeakersGoogleNest Mini (2nd gen)
4.3(2,161)Last priceOct 7, 2026$97.95
Unavailable- Streaming DevicesGoogle
TV Streamer (4K)
4.3(4,299)$149.00 
Temperature & Humidity SensorsGoogleNest Temperature Sensor (2nd gen)
4.4(1,334)$39.98
Temperature & Humidity SensorsGoogleNest Temperature Sensor
4.6(16,634)$39.00
ThermostatsGoogleNest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)
4.4(2,610)21% OFF$279.99$220.00