Updated October 2026
Data from Amazon and official Roku site.
2026 verdict
Roku Ultra (2024) is the more complete option versus Roku Streaming Stick HD (2025) in 2026, helped most by audio & video, connectivity, and remote finder.
The main reason it wins is audio & video, connectivity, and remote finder, and its broader overall balance strengthens that case. Roku Streaming Stick HD (2025) still makes sense if price and rating are your priority, but most buyers should still lean toward Roku Ultra (2024). For most setups, Roku Ultra (2024) is the smarter buy.
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Winner
36% OFF
$96.71
$149.99
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| Feature | Roku Streaming Stick HD (2025) | Roku Ultra (2024) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $19.00 | $96.71 | Roku Streaming Stick HD (2025) |
| Rating | 4.6 | 4.4 | Roku Streaming Stick HD (2025) |
| Audio & Video | None | HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG, Dolby Atmos | Roku Ultra (2024) |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Ethernet, Bluetooth, USB | Roku Ultra (2024) |
| Remote Finder | NO | YES | Roku Ultra (2024) |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant | Tie |
| Casting | AirPlay, Screen Mirroring (Miracast) | AirPlay, Screen Mirroring (Miracast) | Tie |
| Voice Assistant | Roku Voice | Roku Voice | Tie |
52% OFF
$19.00
$39.99
- + Price: $19.00
- + Rating: 4.6
- - Audio & Video: None vs HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG, Dolby Atmos
- - Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Ethernet, Bluetooth, USB
Winner
36% OFF
$96.71
$149.99
- + Audio & Video: HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG, Dolby Atmos
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Ethernet, Bluetooth, USB
- + Remote Finder: YES
- - Price: $96.71 vs $19.00
- - Rating: 4.4 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Roku Streaming Stick HD (2025) or Roku Ultra (2024)?
Roku Ultra (2024) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for audio & video, connectivity, and remote finder.
What is the biggest difference between Roku Streaming Stick HD (2025) and Roku Ultra (2024)?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Roku Streaming Stick HD (2025) lists $19.00, while Roku Ultra (2024) lists $96.71.
Which one looks better on price?
Roku Streaming Stick HD (2025) is listed at $19.00, while Roku Ultra (2024) is listed at $96.71. Roku Streaming Stick HD (2025) (better spec).
Who should buy Roku Streaming Stick HD (2025)?
Choose Roku Streaming Stick HD (2025) if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than audio & video.
Who should buy Roku Ultra (2024)?
Choose Roku Ultra (2024) if your priority is audio & video and connectivity and that matters more than price.
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