Customer Ratings & Reviews

This new version of Chromecast is a phenomenal device for users without TV cable or dish services. I now have two Chomecast devices on my smart TVs. I use them to watch free movies and cast other streaming services. Works well on DSL, which is the only internet access I have.

Finally a Chromecast with a remote! I get the idea of casting to your tv and using your mobile device as the remote but fast forwarding and other things was really a pain. Love this! I would not have bought a Roku had google come out with this in the first place

I purchased this so that I could cast my Meta VR headset to my LG smart TV. It worked flawlessly. I haven’t used any of the other features yet but plan on browsing them in the very near future.

I ordered this to replace an older streaming device. It was getting slow, so I decided to get this version of the Chromecast since it has google TV. The most annoying part was setting up the device. You have to have a smartphone to set it up. You need to download an app and scan the QR code. It took a lot longer than I wanted since It needed to download some updates. However once I updated it, everything has been working well. Sometimes, when I stream videos, it randomly stops and has to load and reload multiple times. I think it depends on the app because some apps don't have that problem. The other issues I have are plugging it into the HDMI port and the remote. You only have to do it once, so it's not a huge deal. it was only more difficult for me since my tv is mounted to the wall and there is little clearance. If I had to do it again, I would've gotten a HDMI extension cable and plugged it into that. The remote works, but it's too small and slippery. I have to be extra careful since the bottom is rounded and has fallen out of my hand several times. It would be easier to handle if it was bigger or the bottom was flat.

After having satellite and cable for 35 years, I recently changed to YouTube TV at the behest of a couple of friends. I figured what better streaming device to use than that supplied by the owner of the service, Google. The dongle and power supply are cleanly designed and can be installed with a minimum of fuss, and the remote communicates with the dongle using radio frequency or Bluetooth or something else that does not require line-of-sight like infrared, so the dongle can be hidden out of sight. The remote is hard, slippery plastic and is much easier to handle with a third party, silicone rubber slip cover installed on it. The buttons are very easy to push with minimal tactile feedback, so it is easy to hit one by mistake when reaching for the remote without looking and activating an unintended function. At first I didn't like the placement of the volume buttons on the right side of the device as I found them hard to operate with my thumb when holding the remote in my right hand. I have adapted by using the remote in my left hand. The device comes in three colors, white and two ugly ones, but that is subjective. Power is supplied to the dongle via a USB-A to USB-C cable and comes with a small power converter block. Two AAA batteries for the remote are also provided.

It looks like it is as good as a Fire TV. The device looks good and the remote is nice. However, it is a bit getting used to how to navigate through everything. I saw that a USB hub could be connected to expand its storage and other capabilities so that was why I purchased it. However, it would have been better if it has more than 4G of storage. That was just not that much at all.

Great user friendly interface. Software continues to adapt to your viewing history and provides useful recommendations. You get a lot in the small package. If you're a YouTube TV subscriber, you can also reprogram the YouTube button on the remote to launch that app directly.

Needed a streaming device as the built in one in my TV was very slow. The Chromecast is quick and never lags behind. love it.

It works well. The interface is great, and the remote is easy to use.

There's nothing special, better or more inclusive about this in relation to it's competitors regarding the streaming TV. I know, I literally have them all. UNTIL you get to being able to cast simply from your phone, computer, and even your Fire HD (although that takes some additional work). That's where this shines, and the 4K model is the one to buy when it's priced well.

The best Chromecast yet. I highly recommend it. The remote control is the best. I wish I could program the buttons to my liking but I understand that is a feature that might be available in the future. If you have an Older TV and especially if it's 4K this is the way to go.

The best streaming media device you can own. Google has figured out how to bring all of your services together to allow you to discover a large library of entertainment. The new Google Chrome Cast is fast, and quick you will have a new appreciation for television again.

Yes, I would recommend the Google Chromecast to anyone who wants a simple and affordable way to stream content to their TV. It's a great option for people who don't need all the bells and whistles of a more expensive streaming device.

Best budget media streaming device. It has everything but Apple+. Even allows you to use live channels app (found on Google tv boxes) to pair with your Hdhomerun box. Remote is pretty good, I like it better than the AppleTV remote (garbage) I’m going to get more for other rooms!

Excellent device. Turns basic LED TV into streaming, smart TV with minimal setup. Like Google TV as it carries all the top streaming channels. This was for my sister—she is ecstatic to have Discovery Plus and other apps in addition to cable TV. Recommended.

Works as expected. Very responsive. I ended up replacing all the Fire sticks in my home because these are much faster. It's nice being able to cast from my phone or just use the remote. Definitely recommend if you are invested in the Google ecosystems.

If you cut the cord or simply want a reliable streaming device with a remote and don't want to pay much, this is the one. Bought one for me originally months ago, just picked up one for my dad who had the Roku stick and he hasn't looked back.

This newest version is far superior to the old version that required you to use your phone to cast. We have a few of the earlier iterations of chromecast and I’m ready to upgrade all of them to this version. The remote is simple and easy to use; even children can figure it out.

This has exceeded my expectations tenfold. It literally has all the streaming services including HBO Max that Fire sticks don't have and Kodi which you don't need a roundabout way to install. Then if u have an Android phone, casting is real simple. Best purchase I had in a long while

The setup was straightforward. I had some trouble opening the remote control to insert the batteries but this was a minor problem. Logging into the different streaming services was also easy. It was difficult to find some apps, though, such as the MasterClass app.