Customer Ratings & Reviews

I’d give this product a 4.5 stars. My Sony TV (XBR-55X900E) does a great job with streaming apps! Connected via ethernet, I enjoyed a stable connect, quick processing and response time. However, if I made adjustments to the my Marantz AV7705 AV processor, the Sony would stop the app (YouTube, HBO Max, etc…) in order to display my processor’s on-screen menu options?! I love to play with my processor :) Debated between the Chromecast with Google TV dongle and a NVIDIA - SHIELD Android TV. I’m not a gamer. The Google dongle is cheaper and the specs for both piece of gear supported my UHD and HDR media streaming needs. My Sony’s processor is rock solid compared to the Google dongle. However, my Sony TV is connected via ethernet and Google dongle is a wireless connection. I’ve notice minor application launch lags and skipping past YouTube commercials with the Google dongle. Maybe I’ll invest in an ethernet port add-on for the Google dongle. Now the Google dongle has made some improvements over the Sony TV. Quicker main menu scrolling response. The voice control search is quicker and more intuitive. If you have a middle to upper tier Smart TV with optical audio connection sound bar, save yourself $50. Use the TV’s processor.

Having the ability to cast content and also watch content in apps is amazing. This chromecast is fantastic and is a great value when comparing it to its competitors. The UI is relatively snappy and easy to use. The remote is also great and looks nice as well.

This works pretty well, it's fast and plays back effectively every service out there. The remote is good and connects to a variety of devices. This is IMO the best media player out there.

I've used a Chromecasts in the past, and they weren't very good, lots of buffering or connection issues. The addition of Google TV, makes the Chromecast great. The interface is fantastic, and the remote can control your TV.

This baby has been great for the spare room tv. This has turned an old tv into a great Google TV, which caused me to purchase a new TCL google tv series 6 (see other review). Once you do the initial setup, the dongle will login to your services if they have saved passwords in your android phone. If you don't it's not the worst interface to type in passwords either. Keep in mind this is a lower end device, I also own an Apple TV so I can tell the difference in speed, but this little box can hold it's own. the way it culls suggestions from your different services and puts it on the main screen is fantastic, I hope Google make a higher end google TV box.

We recently cord-cut from satellite TV. One of my systems is using Nvidia Shield Android TV for a while now but for the other TV we got the Chromecast with Google TV. We are very happy with this device. It has a great price and works wonderfully. It is extremely fast compared to the Roku TV it is plugged into. Picture quality is top notch and so is the sound. The search function (voice or keyboard) which searches across many of the services we are subscribed to is very useful. We no longer care which service has what content, we are just asking to watch it and leave it to Google to show it.

Got the Chromecast for myself. it is so easy to simply plug the Chromecast into the TV's HDMI socket, connect to AC power, and stream anything you want. It is basically just a device to display (cast) your mobile apps to a monitor; as long as you can update the apps on your phone, the Chromecast will never go "out-of-date". Apps (like Netflix, YouTube) must be downloaded on your mobile device (or Google Chrome downloaded on PC/OS) and can be instantaneously cast to your TV if your mobile device and Chromecast are on the same WiFi network. Casting functions (play, pause, volume, etc.) can be used across multiple mobile devices simultaneously, meaning each of your mobile devices act as universal remote (as long as they are all on the same WiFi network). The Chromecast changed my whole world for media. It operates so smoothly with Android and I could not be happier.

This amazing device exceeded my expectations! It just plug and play, the interface is very friendly and you can install 3rd part apps just following some steps. Besides that, it looks amazing and the remote control is outstanding!

Fantastic purchase! I bought this as a gift for my boyfriend to use in his home and both him and I absolutely love it! The set up was initially annoying as the internet was not connecting easily. The directions also weren't syncing up with what worked (it came down to us clicking random buttons back and forth and it eventually started working and connecting) *insert shrug emoji* Might have been a user error but eventually we got it to work and it is absolutely AMAZING! I might have to buy my own...or steal his :)

I Love this Chrome-cast! It was very easy to set up use the streaming feature! I use it more than my cable box! Easy to stream from my phone and I-Pad. I can stream and still use my phone! Bertolucci S.

ChromeCast super easy to install, practical installs itself! The remote offers all functions plus voice command making it easy to navigate the programming. Chromecast turned old TV into a smart TV!

The hardware change from the 3rd Generation (2018 version) is the addition of the remote (with a built in microphone) as well as a ton of new features. The biggest feature is Google TV which is the built in app where you can navigate through all your media content connected to your Google acocunt. It even has access to Apple TV. Additional features such as the USB-C port on the bottom can be expanded by connecting it to an expansion dongle where you can add anything from flashdrives, controllers, to webcams. Throw in a Google home/hub to the mix and you can automate your TV to your smart home usimg the routines feature. The one downside is the need for a subscription service to connect to the account if you want the best experience out of this device such as (but not limited to) Youtube Premium or Youtube TV. It will absolutely still work without it.

Really easy to set up. I was able to get 4K DolbyVision to stream through HBO Max onto my LG CX OLED, though I had trouble getting DolbyVision to work on other apps like Netflix and Disney+. If you’re looking for a cheaper alternative to something like an Apple TV, or you prefer the Google/Android ecosystem, this is for you.

I am so glad Google designed this little thing. Works extremely well with our 5 year old hisense tv. Remote is easily programmable and Google does all the work for you. It organizes all of the streaming services you are subscribed to and puts them all on one screen by category. Nifty, awesome little gadget. Remote is extremely handy as it is programmed and can raise/lower volume and also turn on/off the Chromecast and tv simultaneously. Standby mode includes using your photo albums from google photos on your phone. Worth more in my opinion than retail price, for $50 this is a steal.

I have the original chrome cast and this is by far such an improvement!!! The integration with googles services and the apps available are top notch. Also having a remote to control it especially one that has voice controls is perfect!!!

Easy to install and set up with a solid remote. This is perfect for older non smart tv's and better than a lot of the built in smart tv interfaces out there.

We love our Chromecast so much that this purchase was actually a present for someone else. Very easy to use. One suggestion, though. With its size and smoothness, you may want to purchase a non slip case for it. Highly recommend!

I run a small business with a focus on Cord Cutting Streaming and OTA support. Up until now I have always recommended Roku streamers. Now my recommendation is solidly behing Google TV. All things considered it is currently the best streamer on the market.

old chromecast bit the dust on last move, so picked up another - the remote was really handy. setup was easy and I had it up and running with netflix, hulu, peacock etc really quickly.

Probably the easiest instant Smart TV upgrade Item you can add to your home. The voice feature is awesome. being able to cast stuff from your phone to your TV is an added bonus. Remote is very tiny and easy to lose.