Roku
Free Roku XD Box with
1 year subscription
No PC needed
Roku connects easily to your TV and wireless (Wi-Fi) network at home. Be up and streaming in minutes.
You can do it
With the simple remote, you choose what you want to watch, and it starts instantly. It's even more convenient than watching a DVD.
No extra monthly bills
Access your existing subscriptions like Netflix. Enjoy tons of free movies, shows, and music. Or browse the latest blockbusters available on demand.
Always getting better
Roku brings you endless entertainment choices, and we’re adding more all the time. So you'll always find something new to watch, hear and enjoy.
The low-end Roku 2 HD can only support 720p video playback , compared to 1080p for both systems. Both the HD and mid-range XD also lack an ethernet port and ship with a standard IR remote. The high-end XS, on the other hand, gets a port for wired internet connectivity, a USB slot, and the Roku Gaming Remote (a device similar to the Wiimote).
The Roku 2 boxes measure 3.3 inches on the sides and less than an inch in height, making them just a tad smaller than the Apple TV. The three different boxes share many similar features, of course, including WiFi, Bluetooth, IR, a microSD card slot, an HDMI out and a composite AV out (for use with older TVs).
For programming, all three get over 250 streaming channels right out of the box (including notables such as Netflix, Hulu Plus, Amazon Instant, and major sports networks). Netflix, in particular, gets an upgrade for this iteration, with support for Dolby Digital Plus surround sound and closed captioning of English subtitles.