We have compiled a list of top-notch streaming devices to help you choose a Father’s Day gift that your dad can relish whenever he sits on the sofa to watch Netflix. To discover our favorite TV and streaming devices for every budget, keep reading.
Top pick for affordable streaming:
Amazon Fire TV Stick Lite
You can get it for $20 at Amazon. Price alerts for Top pick for affordable streaming.
If your father doesn’t require 4K streaming, the Fire Stick Lite provides all essential features, along with a voice remote powered by Alexa. Practically all major streaming apps are available, except Peacock, which is why this is CNET’s ultimate choice for an affordable streaming device.
Check out our review of the Amazon Fire TV Stick Lite, the best budget streaming device. It’s currently priced at $20 on Amazon and we’ll keep you updated with any price drops.
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Top affordable 4K streaming device
Roku Express 4K Plus
$40 at Amazon$43 at Walmart$40 at Best Buy
Roku is our preferred streaming device due to its extensive range of apps, user-friendly interface, and superior search function. In addition, it provides a content-neutral platform that does not favor any particular media streaming service, such as Amazon Prime Video or Apple. For those seeking a budget-friendly 4K HDR streaming option with all the essential features, the new Express 4K Plus is an excellent choice.
Check out our review of Roku Express 4K Plus.
$40 on Amazon$43 at Walmart$40 on Best BuyAvailable in 2023
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Top Choice for a Combo of Soundbar and Streamer
Roku Streambar
$130 at Roku$130 at Amazon$137 at Walmart 2023
With features of both a 4K streaming box and a soundbar, the Roku Streambar is an ideal option for modernizing older televisions. In spite of its small size, it delivers a decent sound quality and comes with an affordable price tag while remaining user-friendly.
Check out our review of the Roku Streambar, priced at $130 on Roku’s website, $130 on Amazon, and $137 on Walmart. This product was released in 2020.
Check out our review of the TCL 6-Series (2020 Roku TV) which has been rated as the Best TV for the money 2020.
The TV is available on Amazon for $1,000 and on B&H Photo-Video for $1,300. You can sign up for price alerts as well.
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Top-tier television
LG CX series OLED
$1,680 on Amazon You have been notified of updates in the pricing of Top-tier television 2020
Are you willing to spend big bucks? You could opt for a pricier TV, even the latest 2021 version, but we still recommend this 2020 OLED model which costs significantly less but still offers phenomenal picture quality that would please even the most meticulous fathers.
Check out our review of the LG OLEDCX series, priced at $1,680 on Amazon. Don’t miss out on the best deals for this high-end TV!
