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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 4943 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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92%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers often highlight the Chromecast Ultra's ease of use, excellent picture quality, and impressive 4K streaming capabilities. Many appreciate its straightforward setup and generally positive performance. However, some users mention the relatively high price point and the lack of a dedicated remote control as drawbacks. A few also noted occasional lag or heat issues.

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  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It is a very good product to have. It works great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Mostly used for YouTube

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Unlike other devices such as AppleTV, Amazon and FireTV, this seems to only come in handy when I want to throw YouTube videos on a friend or family TV. Beware, there are issues where it can temporarily take down your Wifi (A fix is being worked in).

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    great

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I got this as a gift for my son,and he loves it !!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good for streaming Netflix

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works well with Netflix, but not with Amazon video

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Poor viewing quality

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this hoping to expand my cord cutting experience. I have one of the fastest speed internet connections, yet picture quality is quite poor. In fact, same channel, same tv show, same tv, switched back to my Roku, quality of picture much better.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Device not that useful

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought with Yamaha Stereo based on advice from sales person at BB. Did not do anything for connectivity of stereo receiver and when plugged into LG TV provide minimal connectivity and hands free capabilities.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Don't waste your money

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This does the same exact thing as the original version. I bought it during quarantine and just couldn't return it. Save your money and buy the cheaper one

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    doesn't work with all apps

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this to stream my Apple TV+ from my iPad but you can't do that. If you are looking to stream a particular service you, I suggest you check if you are able to do that before you buy this product.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Mostly good

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It's not perfect and I wouldn't use it as my #1 streaming choice. Some problems include glitches with the casting, unable to connect (Samsung Note 5), and cropping of the image due to super sampling with no options to adjust. For $70 I expect better.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Heat

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Gets hot and doesn't always work on first try

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Gets hot and doesn't always work on first try, seems to always be hot too even when not used... does what it says it does though so there's that.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Connection problems

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    When it works it's great. There seems to be a problem with maintaining connection with other devices. Every so often it drops the wifi and has to be unplugged and reset. The cast option is spotty too.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    A waste of my money.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Since my "smart" TV didn't come with SmartShare, I bought Chromecast so I could stream SF Opera, Symphony, Ballet, etc. The device is frustrating to set up, and with marginal functionality.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Efficient and Useful

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This product is a really efficient way to connect your phone or or other device to a television that doesn't have built-in Chromecast. It works really well with a normal flat-screen TV!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good. Wish Better

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I probably should have read more reviews, but I think my expectations of the Chromecast were higher. I don't dislike it and use it pretty regularly but I do not love it. I feel other streaming devices are better.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Ok Streaming Device

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Convenient streaming device but my phone loses connection with it so often I think it's problematic. Money is better spend on an Nvidia Shield TV. It's just ok. Not bad but not quite good either.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    It has issue's

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It works when it wants to. Depending on how much the Google AI likes you. If you have a good VPN then it will have issue's. Ive owned this for over 2 years

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Only for casting

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    compared to a firestick these are worthless. Just a glorified screen casting. If you have a smart tv you do not need this. Firestick has everything this has and more.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    roku 4k is better

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    this thing is great for a TV you want to control with your phone otherwise the roku has all the casting features and its a standalone unit with a great remote.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Little trouble

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have had a little trouble with the 4k, it wont stay connected it will work one day and then next will not be able to cast unless I unplug it and reset it

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Nice but doesn't play well with older TV

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It works well but I was disappointed that I could not use it on older, lower resolution TVs. Unless you need the 4k save a few bucks and buy the next model down.

    I would recommend this to a friend