Customer Ratings & Reviews

Really like the 1st chromecast but the chromecast 2 is better. The first chromecast (which I still have and use) is great but the one down is that it tends to buffer while streaming HD video. I brought the chromecast 2 because reviews claim that it has a broader bandwidth than its predecessor. Right away I was able to tell the difference between the two. The chromecast 2 has almost instant picture and video startup. Also while watching videos there is less video stoppage due to buffering. One more point on the chromecast 2; the microwave (while running) basically disables the 1st chromecast while streaming HD video. For whatever reason he microwave does not affect the chromecast 2. I believe this is due to the chromecast 2's ability to operate @ 5 gigahertz and the 1st chromecast was 2.4 gigahertz. You can't go wrong with either generation of the chromecast but the second generation is definitely a step up when it comes to performance.

For $35 you can't get any better then this. Easy to use, works with Android or Apple devices (or your browser on your computer). Always getting better from updates and new products adding support for it. Get it.

I love this device. I had the original chromecast as well, so when it came time to get another streaming device for the living room tv the choice was simple. Spend the $35 on this and make your TV a smart TV. Once you learn how it works, you will be using it every day.

I had the original Chromecast and decided to pick up 2 of the new ones to put on other TVs. It may not be as robust as the Fire or Apple TVs of the world, but the ease of use and price point is unbeatable. It works perfectly with my Chromebook and other Android devices.

I wanted a really easy way to stream content from my phone to my TV (MotoGP video pass and YouTube videos specifically). The Chromecast makes it very easy. I plugged the unit into the HDMI input on my TV and plugged its USB tail into the USB input on my TV. (The device is pretty light, but I used a zip tie through opening on my TV to help support it just so I didn't put any stress on the HDMI or USB ports. I'm withholding one star because the USB tail is so short. It only just reached my USB port; any farther and I would have had to get a USB extension cable.) The device walks you through set up and it's very easy, just a few steps. Download the Chromecast app from the Play store, enter a code, connect to your Wifi network, choose a security setting and you're up and running. When I open the YouTube app on my phone, a little icon appears in the player to "cast" it to the TV, and it just a few seconds the video plays on my TV instead of my phone. Sometimes it takes a few moments to get the full HD version of a video streaming but usually it's pretty quick. The Chromecast app has some additional Chromecast-compatible apps that you can use. I haven't explored them, since I really just wanted to do two things. Streaming MotoGP video pass: (Skip this section if you're not interested in this.) The MotoGP app on Android doesn't support Chromecast natively; however, there is a simple workaround. Just go to the MotoGP site in the Chrome browser and login to your MotoGP account. Select a video and tap to play. A "cast" icon will appear on the video player container. Tap the cast icon and the video will be sent to the Chromecast unit and will play on your TV. Hooray! I find that live video streams are little more difficult to get an uninterrupted 1080p version (sometimes the video pauses for a few seconds then resume, sometimes the quality downgrades in order to keep playing). I don't experience this nearly as much with the non-live video streams. So, I think it may be on MotoGP servers' end. I'm really happy with the easy set up and use of the Chromecast. I have a Roku on my primary TV, but couldn't justify the cost of another one for a second TV and for such a limited purpose. The Chromecast offers such great value; however. And it's so easy to use and works really well that I think I'm actually going to buy one for my primary TV, as well. (The YouTube channel on Roku is unreliable, not playing HD when HD is available, and only supports one account, and a few other issues. Plus, then I can watch MotoGP on my main TV, too!) I would 100% recommend to a friend. I think these would make great gifts, too--provided your gift recipient has an Android device.

Bought this since I don't want cable, found and connected to my wifi, and my iPhone and Android phone and tablet, I like the way it casts from my devices and be controlled by the device I am using. Hulu, Crackle, Netflixs, youTube and more.. with out costing extra.

We bought a Chromecast in order to turn our non smart TV into a quasi smart TV and it works excellent. We watch Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, YouTube and many other apps off of our phone right on our tv. The set up was quick and easy as well.

I connected my Chromecast to an Onkyo AVR and using my smartphone, was up and running within minutes. It integrates so well with the Onkyo Remote app, by the way. Screen mirroring is fun and handy. Watching YouTube is a breeze. I highly recommend this product.

Very happy with performance! Previous Chromecast version had a lag/stutter every now and then, but this version has significantly upgraded performance. Am very happy with product. Very convenient to display videos from my android smartphone.

This is my 4th one.. I have one on all three TV's at home and now this one was for my office TV so that we can show clients videos on products from You Tube... Also, it's fun to have Google Home start playing Netflix and such on your TV..;)

I wanted a device that would display the Internet on my Television that didn't have all the restrictions I see with some competing devices out there. Chromecast is just that device for me. Basically it displays (casts) everything my Tablet or Smartphone has displayed on its screen. Not only does it cast (displays) the Internet shows I was wanting but its casts everything, picture taken, InstaGram, YouTube! I am very happy with my chromecast, if it broke today, I would run out and buy another one for tonight!

The product is working great. Easy to install. I use it to watch you tube TV. it works fine no buffering.I think it was a good price for what I use it for. I have had it about a month now.So over all i gave it a 5. I have had no problems.

Casting on the TV is really easy. Setup wasn't too bad. I use the USB connector on the TV to pwr the Chromecast. No problem so far. I was gonna buy it from eBay but then found out many sellers were selling knockoffs that don't work well.

The chromecast lets me stream all my content from my phone laptop or tablet effortlessly. The chromecast is probably the easiest device i have ever used to stream media. It also is not too expensive.

This is a great product. You're going to want to stream something from you computer or smart phone at some point...movies, YouTube, or just your computer screen. And this is so inexpensive I don't see why you wouldn't want to have one. Highly recommended!

This Chrome Cast work seamlessly with Google (Android devices, Youtube, Google play music) and other APPs like Reuters TV, PlayerXtreme! Very easy to use, high fidelity & beautiful screen savers. A Great add-on for your TV experience!!

Okay, all kidding aside.. This thing is awesome. Works perfectly right out the box, a few updates and you're all set up. Works with everything that might work with Chrome, maybe. Seriously consider this guy for your holidays. Flawless. Comes with everything you need to make it work, and tucks away so you don't have to look at it. I'm even going to include the six easy steps on how to use it! Step 1) Open box. Step 2) Toss instructions because you don't need those.. Step 3) Plug into TV haphazardly. Step 4) Turn on TV and source it to the Chromecast. Step 5) Open your phone/tablet/laptop and find a cast button. Step 6) Enjoy yourself. There you go! Now all you need to do is buy one. P.S.: My only complaint is the Chromecast app interface.. You really can't do anything. You literally download it to use it for the first time, and after that.. Nothing. Zero point in having it.

I purchased this item to cast from my tablet, laptop or desktop to my TV. Set up was easy and worked immediately with all my platforms. I liked it so well I bought another for a different TV. Its so simple my husband can even use it.

It's best highlight is that you only need a Google browser to use it. So you don't need the newest laptop, phone, tablet or smart tv to get wireless streaming or mirroring of the content you want from any device you want and it also works with weak wifi.

Everyone in my family got these and the kids love them ! Anything to keep them away from all the video games , this gives them so much more to do, and they are now watching themselves on the tv as well through there phones.... a lot in a little package