Google Chromecast with Google TV (4K) vs Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2026)

Which is better? We compared both on score, owner ratings, pros and cons.

Google Chromecast with Google TV (4K)

9.0/10 Excellent

4.5★ (48,000 owners)

4K HDR, Google TV, Google Assistant, Chromecast casting, 8GB. Android users' streaming pick.

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Roku Streaming Stick 4K

8.9/10 Great

4.6★ (38,600 owners)

4K HDR, neutral interface, Private Listening, voice remote. The unbiased streaming stick.

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At a Glance

	Google Chromecast with Google TV (4K)	Roku Streaming Stick 4K
247Verdict Score	9.0/10	8.9/10
Owner Rating	4.5★ (48,000)	4.6★ (38,600)
Verdict	Excellent	Great
Resolution	4K HDR	4K HDR
Voice	Google Assistant	Neutral voice search

Quick Verdict

This is a genuine draw — both score within 0.15 points of each other. Google Chromecast with Google TV (4K): 4K HDR, Google TV, Google Assistant, Chromecast casting, 8GB. Android users' streaming pick.. Roku Streaming Stick 4K: 4K HDR, neutral interface, Private Listening, voice remote. The unbiased streaming stick.. Choose based on your specific needs.

Pros & Cons Side by Side

Google Chromecast with Google TV (4K)

Google TV interface aggregates content across all streaming services — one search finds content everywhere
Google Assistant voice search is the most comprehensive across streaming services
Chromecast casting from Android phone is the most seamless mobile-to-TV casting available
Under £60 — competitive with Fire Stick 4K Max at similar pricing
Google Photos automatic slideshow turns TV into a family photo display

8GB storage is limited — fewer simultaneous apps vs Fire Stick 4K Max's 16GB
Google TV remotes require charging (USB-C) unlike AAA battery remotes
Android-optimised — iOS mirroring less seamless than AirPlay on Apple TV

Roku Streaming Stick 4K

Neutral interface — Roku doesn't promote its own streaming content over others
Private Listening through headphones connected to Roku remote — unique feature
Voice remote controls TV power, input and volume natively
Fastest initial setup of any streaming device — under 5 minutes from box to content
Works equally well with every streaming service without ecosystem bias

Roku OS is less visually polished than Google TV or Apple TV interfaces
No strong smart home integration — Alexa and Google Assistant alternatives are better for smart home