
Top rated Streaming boxes
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1. Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen) + Ethernet
Overview
The Apple TV 4K (3rd Generation) brings the best of television together with your favorite Apple devices and services. With 4K Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Dolby Atmos, it offers a true cinema experience for your home.
With the included Siri Remote (3rd Generation) featuring USB-C, you can easily control your Apple TV 4K using the touch-based clickpad or just your voice. Use the Apple TV 4K as a Smart Home Hub to connect and manage all your smart home accessories.
The Apple TV 4K (Wi-Fi + Ethernet) comes with 128 GB of storage and Thread network support.
Requirements
An HD-capable TV or better
HDMI cable for HD streaming or Dolby Vision compatible HDMI cable for 4K HDR streaming
Wireless network or Ethernet via cable
Internet broadband connection.
Pro
- Apps can be easily controlled with remote control
- Good operating concept, smooth operation possible
- Very good sound and picture quality
Contra
- Remote control takes some getting used to (complaining on a high level)
- Price apple-like expensive
- Remote control takes some getting used to

2. NVIDIA Shield TV Pro
The NVIDIA Shield TV Pro is a powerful digital multimedia receiver designed for a premium streaming experience. With an impressive 4K UHD resolution and HDR technology, this device delivers outstanding picture quality that brings movies and series to life. Equipped with an NVIDIA Tegra X1+ processor and 3 GB of RAM, the Shield TV Pro ensures smooth performance and fast loading times. The internal storage capacity of 16 GB allows for the storage of a variety of apps and media content. The Shield TV Pro supports a wide range of streaming services, including Netflix, YouTube, and Amazon Prime Video, and is compatible with Google Assistant and Alexa, making voice control easy. Additionally, the device offers various connectivity options, including Gigabit Ethernet and HDMI, to ensure seamless integration into your home network. With its smart home compatibility and the ability to stream content via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, the NVIDIA Shield TV Pro is a versatile solution for anyone seeking a comprehensive multimedia experience.
- Supports a variety of audio and video formats, including 4K UHD and HDR
- Integrated voice control via Google Assistant and Alexa
- Compatible with numerous streaming services like Netflix, YouTube, and Amazon Prime Video
- Allows wireless streaming via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi
- Equipped with an NVIDIA Tegra X1+ processor for high performance.
Pro
- Remote control with backlight function, also controls the TV and surround receiver
- Small and compact
- Lossless Dolby Atmos and Auro-3d streaming
Contra
- somewhat expensive
- Remote control seems strange (subjective)
- Advertising for a product costing 200CHF.

3. Google Chromecast with TV 4K
The Chromecast with Google TV offers streaming in up to 4K HDR quality and displays movies and series from your streaming services on a single home screen. With personalized recommendations, you can easily find content that matches your taste. You can control the TV with voice commands by searching for specific titles or by mood, genre, actors, and other criteria.
Experience Smart TV with Android TV: Discover movies, music, games, and apps, or browse the internet with an intuitive user interface. With Google Assistant and voice control, complicated navigation and tedious typing are a thing of the past – simply control content with your voice. Personalized recommendations from Google Play, YouTube, and your apps automatically appear on your home screen. Stream movies, music, games, sports, and more from your mobile device or computer to your TV by tapping the cast icon in your app.
The built-in Bluetooth receiver allows you to wirelessly connect your smartphone, tablet, and many other devices to the media player, so you can stream without annoying cables. With a range of up to 10 meters, you can flexibly place transmitters and receivers according to your needs.
Easily integrate the media player into your existing home network. The built-in Wi-Fi ensures a fast and convenient installation without messy cables.
Enjoy stunning images with 4K resolution. This new standard in picture quality offers four times the resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels compared to traditional Full HD, delivering sharper and more detailed images, an increased dynamic range, and a more lifelike representation of reality.
Pro
- Super controllable with remote control or devices in the LAN
- Easy installation with Google Home
- Small and unobtrusive
Contra
- Small remote control gets "lost"
- No LAN connection
- Installation too complicated (pairing, Google Home etc.)

4. Xiaomi TV Box S 4K (2nd Gen)
A more detailed and vibrant picture. 4K Ultra HD allows you to experience a more detailed and vibrant image that you can immerse yourself in. With Dolby Vision and HDR10+, the images now offer a higher dynamic range, with stunning brightness, contrast, and color. HDR images also feature more detailed shadows and highlights. As a revolutionary spatial audio technology, Dolby Atmos brings the ultimate cinema experience to your living room by surrounding you with powerful sound effects. Additionally, DTS-HD delivers exceptionally high-quality sound.
Pro
- Many apps can be installed
- RF remote control
- Google Home + Mi home compatible
Contra
- Memory and RAM too small
- Apps in the background are stopped.
- Remote control with batteries, no rechargeable battery for charging

5. Amazon Fire TV Stick 3rd Generation 8GB (2024)
The Amazon Fire TV Stick HD is your ticket to the world of streaming. With this compact device, you can turn your TV into a Smart TV in no time. Enjoy movies, series, and music in stunning Full HD quality.
Pro
- Very quick installation
- Download additional apps
- Use, installation and operation
Contra
- Micro USB
- Remote control cannot be configured with every TV (switch on/off)

6. Amazon Fire TV Stick (2021) incl. Alex voice remote control
Amazon Fire TV Stick
The latest version of the best-selling streaming device – 50% more power compared to the Fire TV Stick (2019), for fast streaming in Full HD. Includes an Alexa voice remote with buttons for power and volume. Less clutter, more control – With the Alexa voice remote, you can search and play shows across apps using voice commands. You can also turn compatible TVs and soundbars on and off and adjust the volume without needing an additional remote.
Thousands of apps, Alexa skills, and channels – including Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Sky Ticket, Disney+, ARD, ZDF, ProSieben, DAZN, and more. Subscription fees may apply.
Live TV – Watch your favorite content from live television, news, and sports with subscriptions from ARD, ZDF, DAZN, and more. Use the guide button to find out what's available and when.
Free TV – Watch movies and other content with apps like ARD, ZDF, Pluto TV, YouTube, and more.
Listen to music – Stream music from Amazon Music, Spotify, and others. Subscription fees may apply.
Easy and intuitive to use – Quick access to popular apps, live TV, and the things you use most, all easily accessible through the main menu.
Simple setup, discreet placement – Just plug it into the back of your TV, turn on the TV, connect to the internet, and you're ready to go.
Certified for people – No more complicated, intricate, and stressful installation. No patience required – it's that simple.
Pro
- Installation is not witchcraft
- Many streaming apps
- Simple operation
Contra
- Unfortunately USB-micro instead of USB-C
- Remote control a bit cheap

7. Amazon Fire TV Stick HD, free and live TV, Alexa Voice Remote, smart home controls, HD streaming
The Amazon Fire TV Stick HD is a compact streaming solution that allows you to stream a variety of content in Full HD quality to your television. With the user-friendly Fire OS operating system, the stick provides access to numerous streaming services, apps, and games. Installation is simple via the HDMI port of the TV, and the connection to the internet is established through Wi-Fi. The Fire TV Stick HD supports various Wi-Fi standards, ensuring a flexible and stable connection. Additionally, it is compatible with Amazon Alexa, allowing users to use voice commands to control the device. With an internal storage capacity of 8 GB, the stick offers ample space for apps and content, while the powerful MediaTek processor ensures smooth performance.
- Compatible with Amazon Alexa for voice control
- Access to a wide range of streaming services and apps
- Supports multiple Wi-Fi standards for flexible connectivity
- Easy installation via HDMI port
- Compact design for space-saving use.

Amazon Fire TV Stick HD, free and live TV, Alexa Voice Remote, smart home controls, HD streaming
8 GB
8. Formuler Z 11 Pro
The Formuler Z11 Pro is a powerful 4K Smart Multimedia IP receiver. It runs on the Android 11 operating system and introduces several new features, such as the MYTVOnline 3 media viewing client, 1 GB LAN, and the RealTek RTD1319C CPU. Additionally, the Z11 Pro is equipped with a Mali-G57 MC1 GPU, 2 GB DDR4 RAM, and 16 GB eMMC flash storage. The storage can be easily and conveniently expanded with a Micro SD card. HDR compatibility allows for a wider color spectrum to be received and highly realistic color images to be displayed. The dual-band 2x2 AC WiFi module also enables the streaming of internet content.
Pro
- IPTV ideal
- Only one remote control required (pair with remote control from Smart TV)
- Display quality good
Contra
- Remote control too spongy
- not even YouTube is running

9. Formuler Z 11 Pro BT1 Edition
The Z 11 Pro BT1 Edition is an advanced streaming media player that runs on the Android 11 operating system. It offers an impressive 4K Ultra HD resolution and supports a variety of interfaces, including HDMI, infrared, MicroSD, RJ-45 (LAN), USB 2.0, USB 3.0, and Wi-Fi. With a powerful RealTek RTD1319C processor and a Mali-G57 MC1 GPU, it ensures a smooth and fast user experience. Storage can be expanded with a MicroSD card, and the device is equipped with dual-band 2x2 AC Wi-Fi to provide a stable internet connection.
Highlights:
- Supports AV1 decoding and MYTVOnline3 media player client
- 2 GB DDR4 RAM and 16 GB eMMC flash storage
- Bluetooth 5.0 and HDR compatibility for realistic color images.
Pro
- Iptv 3
- Picture quality, fast, simple operation, top remote control!
- Display quality good
Contra
- Remote control for Samsung does not work
- not even YouTube is running
- Remote control too spongy

10. Xiaomi TV box Mi TV Stick with Android and HDR support
Watch your favorite movies and TV shows from Netflix, Google Play, Amazon Prime, and more on your TV, monitor, or projector in Full HD, provided your device supports it. Never miss an episode when you're not at home. Take the TV stick with you anywhere; it weighs less than 30 g and fits in any pocket. Setup is easy. Simply connect the Xiaomi Mi TV Stick to a free HDMI port on your TV, monitor, or projector, connect it to the internet, and start streaming. A special highlight is the included remote control, which makes searching for specific content simple and is done via voice control.
Pro
- Small and easy to understand.
- simple installation
- Handy remote control
Contra
- Very sluggish and slow
- Batteries (2x AAA) for remote control are not supplied
- Performance sometimes a little slow
