Amazon’s Fire TV Stick vs Fire TV Stick 4K vs Fire TV Cube – which is better?

April 26, 2019

By Kim Komando

Having many choices can be great — except when you can’t make up your mind while you’re shopping. This can be an especially big issue when you’re looking at electronics like the many Fire TV devices on the market. Tap or click here for 10 secret Fire TV tips only the pros know.

I present to you Exhibit A: Amazon’s Fire TV Cube, Fire TV Stick and Fire TV Stick 4K. Which should you buy or upgrade to? Even if you have a favorite brand, it may be offering choices in the same category. It can get pretty bewildering.

There is no easy answer because it really depends on your budget. You also have to consider whether you always have to get the latest of anything or whether you’re satisfied with what you have. Here’s an overview of all three devices so you know what the differences are.

Let’s compare and contrast the different Amazon Fire TV devices you can get

Whenever you’re having trouble, we’ve got you covered. If you’re totally new to Fire TVs and you aren’t sure how they work, check out Amazon’s basic guide. But for this article, I’m assuming that you already know what streaming is.

Scroll down for a snappy breakdown of the different gadgets at your disposal. I’ll explain how they work — and what you need to keep in mind before you buy.

If you want to buy, please click the product links in this article! I get a small percentage of the sale, which helps me and my team make more guides to keep your digital world safe. (Scroll to the bottom for a few more tips for smart TV users.)

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More tips for smart TV users

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