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Roku Streambar Review | 109 Data compared

Avg. price:~£130N. of audio channels:2.0Audio output power:32 WHDMI ARC type:ARC

Roku Streambar Review: Compare 109 technical specifications and 53 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Soundbars category and whether it is worth buying.

Roku Streambar
6.2/10

Overall score

Score
6.2/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the soundbar's quality, based on technical analyses and grades from independent expert reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best soundbars on the market.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 74% of models
Score components

95%

6.1

Technical score

5%

8.3

Reviews score ( 33 · 20)

Reviews score 5% · 8.3 · based on 53 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 5%, technical score 95%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades.
▲Better than 74% of soundbars
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the soundbar's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a soundbar with a good balance between audio quality, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 81% of models
Score components

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

▲Better than 81%
6.1

Technical score

Technical score
6.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the soundbar's technical performance, covering key areas such as audio quality, channel configuration, connectivity, HDMI and wireless features, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare soundbars based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 73% of models
Score components

25%

4.9

Audio

18%

4.9

Formats

16%

6.7

Connectivity

14%

7.4

Controls

12%

6.2

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.5

Smart features

5%

7.9

Design

▲Better than 73%
8.3

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 5% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 2 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 79% of models
Grades by review (53)
33 reviews: 19 with a printed score, 14 estimated from the review. 20 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 79%
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Where to buy
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Best rankings
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What owners say about the Roku Streambar

Based on 122 owners sharing their experience in online comments

43%positive10%mixed47%negative

Owners like the compact bar’s clear sound and value, while frequent audio dropouts, crackling, and control problems undermine reliability.

What owners dislike

  • Sound cuts out or stays silent when switching to other inputs like cable or a streaming stick, sometimes until volume is pressed.17
  • Owners report crackling, popping, or gargled audio, sometimes weeks or months in, with loud pops when bass is prominent.15
  • Some units get stuck at the Roku logo, restart after seconds, shut off, or blink orange, and a few owners blame the power supply.8
  • The side volume and mute buttons are easy to press by accident, and the remote may fail to power off the bar or stay connected.8
  • Owners say volume is weak for larger rooms and bass is minimal, so the volume often needs to be turned high.8
  • Apps can freeze, stall, or show a black screen after the logo, and menus feel sluggish; some apps don't close fully when exited.7
  • Owners say Roku support was unhelpful or slow to answer, with some unable to get help and returning the unit.6
  • Wireless rear speakers may not pair with the SE model, and setting speakers as front silences the bar, while rear speakers sometimes drop voices.6
  • Owners report a speaker failing or distortion starting within a few months, even at moderate volume.4
  • Bluetooth often fails to pair, and phone audio can play very quietly or not at all, according to owners.4

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of soundbar Roku Streambar

Technical score
Technical score
6.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the soundbar's technical performance, covering key areas such as audio quality, channel configuration, connectivity, HDMI and wireless features, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare soundbars based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 73% of models
Score components:

25%

4.9

Audio

18%

4.9

Formats

16%

6.7

Connectivity

14%

7.4

Controls

12%

6.2

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.5

Smart features

5%

7.9

Design

6.1
Reviews score
8.3
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the soundbar's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a soundbar with a good balance between audio quality, features, and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 81% of models
Score components:

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

7.3
Brand name
Roku
N. of audio channels
2
This soundbar offers 2 audio channels, fewer than 43.6% of soundbars and equal to 56.4% of soundbars.
Audio output power
32 W
Market range: <10 W – >260 W
This soundbar delivers 32 W of audio output power, less than 71.3% of soundbars.
Max SPL
?
Min frequency
92.4 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This soundbar reaches a minimum frequency of 92.4 Hz, higher than 93.6% of soundbars and equal to 0.6% of soundbars.
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Dolby Atmos
no
This soundbar does not support Dolby Atmos. 20.7% of soundbars include this feature.
DTS:X
no
This soundbar does not support DTS:X. 10.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby TrueHD
no
This soundbar does not support Dolby TrueHD. 17.6% of soundbars include this feature.
DTS-HD Master Audio
no
This soundbar does not support DTS-HD Master Audio. 10.1% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby Digital Plus
no
This soundbar does not support Dolby Digital Plus. 25% of soundbars include this feature.
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N. of HDMI inputs
0
Market range: <0 – >5
This soundbar has 0 HDMI inputs, fewer than 32.5% of soundbars and equal to 67.6% of soundbars.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This soundbar supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 68.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5
This soundbar uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5, which is newer than that of 78.7% of soundbars and the same as that of 18.1% of soundbars.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This soundbar supports Bluetooth connectivity. 3.7% of soundbars include this feature.
Bluetooth version
5
This soundbar uses Bluetooth 5, which is newer than that of 38.9% of soundbars and the same as that of 47.6% of soundbars.
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Smartphone app
yes
This soundbar has smartphone app. 65.4% of soundbars offer this feature.
Remote control
yes
This soundbar has remote control. 26.6% of soundbars offer this feature.
Control panel
no
This soundbar does not have control panel. 91% of soundbars offer this feature.
Voice assistant compatibility
no
This soundbar does not support voice assistant compatibility. 31.4% of soundbars include this feature.
Far-field microphones
no
This soundbar does not have far-field microphones. 12.2% of soundbars offer this feature.
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HDMI version
2
This soundbar uses HDMI 2, which is newer than that of 58% of soundbars and the same as that of 15.4% of soundbars.
HDMI ARC type
ARC
This soundbar has ARC as its HDMI TV-audio return type, which is more advanced than what 31.9% of soundbars and the same as what 46.3% offers.
HDMI-CEC support
yes
This soundbar supports HDMI-CEC. 37.4% support HDMI-CEC.
HDMI pass-through resolution
4K
This soundbar supports HDMI pass-through up to 4K, which is higher than that of 80.1% of soundbars and the same as that of 17.2% of soundbars.
HDMI pass-through frame rate
none fps
This soundbar supports HDMI pass-through up to none fps, lower than 18.2% of soundbars and equal to 81.8% of soundbars.
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AirPlay
yes
This soundbar supports AirPlay. 80.3% of soundbars include this feature.
Chromecast built-in
no
This soundbar does not support Chromecast built-in. 12.3% of soundbars include this feature.
Spotify Connect
yes
This soundbar supports Spotify Connect. 77.1% of soundbars include this feature.
Via the Spotify app/channel on Roku OS.
TIDAL Connect
no
This soundbar does not support TIDAL Connect. 9.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Amazon Music native support
yes
This soundbar supports native Amazon Music. 79.3% support native Amazon Music.
Available as an app/channel on Roku OS.
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Width
356 mm
Market range: <350 mm – >1.1k mm
This soundbar is 356 mm wide, narrower than 95.7% of soundbars.
Height
61 mm
Market range: <50 mm – >100 mm
This soundbar is 61 mm high, shorter than 76.5% of soundbars and equal to 0.5% of soundbars.
Thickness
107 mm
Market range: <60 mm – >135 mm
This soundbar is 107 mm thick, thicker than 74.3% of soundbars and equal to 2.1% of soundbars.
Weight
1,090 g
Market range: <500 g – >5.5k g
This soundbar weighs 1,090 g, less than 76.6% of soundbars.
Build material
plastic
This soundbar uses plastic for the build material, which is different from that of 4.8% of soundbars and the same as that of 89.4% of soundbars.
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Roku Streambar vs the average soundbar

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  • Wi-Fi connectivity
    This soundbar supports Wi-Fi connectivity, the average soundbar does not.
  • Companion smartphone app
    This soundbar supports smartphone app, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This soundbar supports AirPlay, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports Spotify Connect
    This soundbar supports Spotify Connect, the average soundbar does not.
    Via the Spotify app/channel on Roku OS.
  • Multiroom ecosystem support
    This soundbar supports multiroom ecosystem support, the average soundbar does not.
    Roku Wireless ecosystem.
  • Higher pass-through resolution
    This soundbar supports 4K for HDMI pass-through resolution, while the average soundbar supports none.
    4K vs none
  • Auto volume leveling
    This soundbar supports auto volume leveling, the average soundbar does not.
  • Manual audio delay adjustment
    This soundbar supports manual audio delay adjustment, the average soundbar does not.
  • 2.33x more popular
    Roku Streambar is more popular than the average soundbar (10 vs 4.3).
    10 vs 4.29
  • 8.4% better value for money
    Roku Streambar has better value for money than the average soundbar (7.31 vs 6.7).
    7.31 vs 6.75
  • Supports wireless rear speakers
    This soundbar is compatible with wireless rear speakers, the average soundbar is not.
  • Bass boost
    This soundbar supports bass boost, the average soundbar does not.
  • Larger speaker drivers
    This soundbar uses larger speakers than the average soundbar (4x1.9" & 4x2.5" inch vs 2x2.25" & 2x2.5" inch). The average soundbar uses speakers of 2x2.25" & 2x2.5" inch.
    4x1.9" & 4x2.5" inch vs 2x2.25" & 2x2.5" inch
  • 1 more sound modes
    This soundbar offers more sound modes than the average soundbar (5 vs 4). The average soundbar offers 4 sound modes.
    5 vs 4
  • Broader music format support
    This soundbar supports more music formats than the average soundbar (AAC, ALAC, FLAC, MP3, WAV vs MP3).
    AAC, ALAC, FLAC, MP3, WAV vs MP3
  • AAC support
    This soundbar supports AAC, the average soundbar does not.
  • 3 more supported audio formats
    This soundbar supports more audio formats than the average soundbar (5 vs 2). The average soundbar supports 2 audio formats.
    5 vs 2
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
    This soundbar supports Wi-Fi connectivity, the average soundbar does not.
  • Higher pass-through resolution
    This soundbar supports 4K for HDMI pass-through resolution, while the average soundbar supports none.
    4K vs none
  • Supports AirPlay
    This soundbar supports AirPlay, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports Spotify Connect
    This soundbar supports Spotify Connect, the average soundbar does not.
    Via the Spotify app/channel on Roku OS.
  • Multiroom ecosystem support
    This soundbar supports multiroom ecosystem support, the average soundbar does not.
    Roku Wireless ecosystem.
  • Native Apple Music support
    This soundbar supports native Apple Music, the average soundbar does not.
    Available as an app/channel on Roku OS.
  • Native Amazon Music support
    This soundbar supports native Amazon Music, the average soundbar does not.
    Available as an app/channel on Roku OS.
  • Supports Deezer
    This soundbar supports Deezer, the average soundbar does not.
    Available as an app/channel on Roku OS.
  • Companion smartphone app
    This soundbar supports smartphone app, the average soundbar does not.
  • Auto volume leveling
    This soundbar supports auto volume leveling, the average soundbar does not.
  • Manual audio delay adjustment
    This soundbar supports manual audio delay adjustment, the average soundbar does not.
  • Night mode
    This soundbar supports night mode, the average soundbar does not.
  • 406 mm narrower width
    This soundbar is narrower than the average soundbar (356 mm vs 762 mm). The average soundbar is 762 mm wide.
    356 mm vs 762 mm
  • 6 mm lower height
    This soundbar is shorter than the average soundbar (61 mm vs 67 mm). The average soundbar is 67 mm tall.
    61 mm vs 67 mm
  • 910 g lighter weight
    This soundbar is lighter than the average soundbar (1,090 g vs 2000 g). The average soundbar weighs 2000 g.
    1,090 g vs 2,000 g
  • Less advanced HDMI ARC type
    This soundbar has ARC as its HDMI TV-audio return type, while the average soundbar has eARC.
    ARC vs eARC
  • No USB audio input
    This soundbar does not have USB audio input, the average soundbar does.
    No (supports USB media playback only)
  • No on-board controls
    This soundbar does not have control panel, the average soundbar does.
  • No AUX input
    This soundbar does not have AUX input, the average soundbar does.
  • 3,300 Hz lower max frequency
    This soundbar has a lower maximum frequency than the average soundbar (16,700 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average soundbar has a maximum frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    16,700 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 40.4 Hz higher min frequency
    This soundbar has a higher minimum frequency than the average soundbar (92.4 Hz vs 52 Hz). The average soundbar has a minimum frequency of 52 Hz.
    92.4 Hz vs 52 Hz
  • 21 mm thicker design
    This soundbar is thicker than the average soundbar (107 mm vs 86 mm). The average soundbar is 86 mm thick.
    107 mm vs 86 mm
  • 54.3% less audio output power
    This soundbar has a lower audio output power than the average soundbar (32 W vs 70 W). The average soundbar delivers 70 W of audio output power.
    32 W vs 70 W
  • 3,300 Hz lower max frequency
    This soundbar has a lower maximum frequency than the average soundbar (16,700 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average soundbar has a maximum frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    16,700 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 40.4 Hz higher min frequency
    This soundbar has a higher minimum frequency than the average soundbar (92.4 Hz vs 52 Hz). The average soundbar has a minimum frequency of 52 Hz.
    92.4 Hz vs 52 Hz
  • 54.3% less audio output power
    This soundbar has a lower audio output power than the average soundbar (32 W vs 70 W). The average soundbar delivers 70 W of audio output power.
    32 W vs 70 W
  • No USB audio input
    This soundbar does not have USB audio input, the average soundbar does.
    No (supports USB media playback only)
  • No AUX input
    This soundbar does not have AUX input, the average soundbar does.
  • Less advanced HDMI ARC type
    This soundbar has ARC as its HDMI TV-audio return type, while the average soundbar has eARC.
    ARC vs eARC
  • No on-board controls
    This soundbar does not have control panel, the average soundbar does.
  • No front display
    This soundbar uses none for display type, while the average soundbar uses LED.
    No built-in display.
    none vs LED
  • 21 mm thicker design
    This soundbar is thicker than the average soundbar (107 mm vs 86 mm). The average soundbar is 86 mm thick.
    107 mm vs 86 mm
  • 1 years older release
    This soundbar is older than the average soundbar (2020 vs 2021). The average soundbar was released in 2021.
    October 18, 2020
    2,020 vs 2,021

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

7.0
bdg
≈ estimated
08/01/2024
Hands-on review · two weeks of use compared with another setup
Verdict
Roku Streambar is a good choice for a small setup, but too limited for a fuller home theatre.
9.0
Drone Valley
≈ estimated
28/11/2022
Full review · HDMI ARC and eARC tests, streaming and remote
Verdict
Roku Streambar is a strong all-in-one streamer and soundbar that keeps setup simple with a single HDMI cable.
9.0
Blake Calhoun
≈ estimated
16/08/2022
Hands-on review · soundbar with wireless speakers
Verdict
Roku Streambar is a big upgrade over TV speakers, easy to set up, and good value for a home office.
9.0
Gamerment
≈ estimated
09/08/2022
Unboxing and testing · setup and sound tests
Verdict
Roku Streambar sounds good for a small room and is a good budget way to improve TV audio.
9.0
Wanderer001 Reviews
≈ estimated
04/12/2021
In-depth review · fit and finish, interface, sound tests
Verdict
Roku Streambar is a compact all-in-one that sounds surprisingly good for its size and is highly recommended.
8.0
logan․local
≈ estimated
26/04/2021
Hands-on review · sound, remote and video tests
Verdict
Roku Streambar is a good upgrade over TV speakers for casual viewers, though not for demanding audiophiles.
8.0
JSyntax
≈ estimated
14/12/2020
Full review · unboxing, sound tests and casting tests
Verdict
Roku Streambar is compact and smart, but lacks Kodi and has weaker casting, though it is still recommended for shared spaces.
9.0
Boone Down South
≈ estimated
13/12/2020
Hands-on review · one week of living room use
Verdict
Roku Streambar clearly improves tinny TV sound in a living room, though it is not a full theater system.
8.0
Cord Cutters News
≈ estimated
10/12/2020
Review · sound, setup and streaming speed tests
Verdict
Roku Streambar is a solid upgrade on TV speakers, with streaming speed close to a Roku streaming stick.
9.0
Tom's Tech Reviews
✓ explicit
05/12/2020
Hands-on review · streaming, search and sound tests
Verdict
Roku Streambar is excellent value, combining 4K streaming and a cinematic-sounding soundbar in one device.
9.0
Eight-Six
≈ estimated
04/12/2020
Hands-on review · sound, remote and app tests
Verdict
Roku Streambar is strongly recommended for poor TV sound, streaming and AirPlay in one device.
8.0
Luis Trujillo
≈ estimated
25/11/2020
Hands-on review · unboxing, setup and sound tests
Verdict
Roku Streambar is recommended for small rooms like a gym or office, not living rooms, and its setup forces unwanted app downloads.
More graded video reviews (5)
creator’s own scoreestimated by us

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

6.6
rtings.com
✓ explicit
23/10/2023
Lab test · Small 2.0 soundbar
Verdict
The Roku Streambar is a small stereo bar that suits dialogue-heavy shows and podcasts, but it lacks low bass, so movies and music sound thin.
8.0
businessinsider.com
≈ estimated
13/02/2025
Hands-on review · All-in-one streamer
Verdict
The Roku Streambar is a very compact soundbar with a full Roku streamer built in, suited to small rooms, though it can't match bigger soundbars for bass.
8.3
cnet.com
✓ explicit
16/10/2020
Side-by-side test · Dialogue-focused soundbar
Verdict
The Roku Streambar suits people who want clear dialogue and Roku streaming in one small box, though it lacks bass for movies and music.
8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
27/11/2020
Hands-on review · Non-smart TV upgrade
Verdict
The Roku Streambar suits TVs without smart features, giving good vocal clarity and easy Roku streaming, though it has no Dolby Vision or HDR10+.
10
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
13/07/2023
Hands-on review · Room-filling sound
Verdict
The Roku Streambar is a small all-in-one that fills a room with sound and runs Roku OS well, though it lacks Dolby Atmos and an Ethernet jack.
8.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
17/11/2020
Hands-on test · Small streaming speaker
Verdict
The Roku Streambar is a tiny soundbar that beats TV speakers and streams 4K, but it can't deliver powerful sound without a subwoofer.
8.0
t3.com
✓ explicit
03/08/2021
Hands-on review · Small-room soundbar
Verdict
The Roku Streambar suits bedrooms and small living rooms, adding a streamer and clear sound to a TV, though its bass is lacking.
10
cordbusters.co.uk
✓ explicit
30/10/2020
Hands-on review · Sound and streaming
Verdict
The Roku Streambar is a compact bar with room-filling sound and Roku streaming, though it doesn't create a surround effect or support Atmos.
8.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
17/11/2020
Listening test · Streamer soundbar
Verdict
The Roku Streambar is a small, clear-sounding soundbar with a 4K streamer built in, making it a good TV upgrade, but bass is weak unless you add a subwoofer.
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
28/10/2020
Hands-on test · Soundbar and streamer
Verdict
The Roku Streambar gives any TV clearly better sound and Roku's streaming menus in one compact box, but its bass is weak until you add the optional subwoofer.
9.0
whathifi.com
✓ explicit
07/07/2022
Test-room review · Streaming soundbar
Verdict
The Roku Streambar gives a TV clear, loud sound and a large app lineup, but it does not sound cinematic.
8.0
mashable.com
✓ explicit
15/10/2020
Long-term use · Compact soundbar
Verdict
The Roku Streambar is a smaller Smart Soundbar that suits bedrooms, with sound close to its bigger sibling but slightly slow menus.
9.0
techadvisor.com
✓ explicit
16/11/2020
Setup and features · Streamer soundbar
Verdict
The Roku Streambar is an easy-to-use streamer with decent sound that holds up across the room, though older TVs need HDMI-ARC or an optical port.
7.0
gadgetreview.com
✓ explicit
11/09/2023
Measured test · Entry-level soundbar
Verdict
The Roku Streambar is a compact soundbar with clear vocals and a loud maximum volume, but it has weak bass and no subwoofer.
9.0
avforums.com
✓ explicit
26/12/2020
Home cinema review · Compact soundbar
Verdict
The Roku Streambar is a compact soundbar with one of the best streaming platforms, suited to TVs under 55 inches, though bass is weak.
9.0
mirror.co.uk
≈ estimated
22/03/2021
Opinion review · Soundbar and streamer
Verdict
The Roku Streambar gives most TVs a solid sound upgrade in a compact bar and a wide range of streaming apps, but it has no Ethernet port.
9.0
radiotimes.com
✓ explicit
10/07/2023
Hands-on test · Streaming soundbar
Verdict
The Roku Streambar is a compact all-in-one that adds clear sound and 4K streaming to a TV, but it lacks Dolby Vision.
7.4
netzwelt.de
✓ explicit
27/08/2022
Hands-on test · Streaming soundbar
Verdict
The Roku Streambar suits small rooms or a bedroom's second TV, combining soundbar and streamer, but it cannot fill a large living room.
6.9
hifi.de
✓ explicit
21/10/2024
Listening test · Compact soundbar
Verdict
The Roku Streambar suits small rooms, combining a streaming stick with a soundbar that keeps dialogue clear, but it lacks bass and tops out at low volume.
9.0
smartzone.de
≈ estimated
24/08/2023
Practical test · Streaming soundbar
Verdict
The Roku Streambar combines a clean, fast Roku interface with clearly louder sound than TV speakers, though its app choice is limited.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Roku Streambar

  • Integrated 4K HDR streaming player eliminates the need for extra devices
  • Significant audio upgrade over standard built-in TV speakers
  • Extremely compact 14-inch design fits easily in small spaces like bedrooms or kitchens
  • Excellent dialogue clarity with dedicated 'Speech Clarity' settings
  • Simple one-cable setup using HDMI ARC
  • Expandable system that can pair wirelessly with a Roku subwoofer or satellite speakers
  • Supports Bluetooth, Spotify Connect, and Apple AirPlay 2

What customers don't like about Roku Streambar

  • Weak bass response due to small driver size; lacks the 'rumble' for action movies
  • No support for advanced formats like Dolby Vision or Dolby Atmos
  • Limited soundstage that can feel narrow compared to full-sized soundbars
  • Remote shortcuts for streaming apps are not programmable
  • No built-in Ethernet port (requires a separate USB adapter for wired internet)
  • Some users find the Roku interface slightly dated compared to Google TV or Fire TV

Verdict

The Roku Streambar is a compact 2-in-1 home cinema solution that combines a 4K HDR media streamer with a 2.0-channel soundbar featuring four 1.9-inch full-range drivers. Measuring just 14 inches wide, it supports Ultra HD streaming at 60fps with HDR10 and HLG, alongside audio decoding for Dolby Audio and PCM. Connectivity is robust for its size, including HDMI 2.0a (ARC), optical input, USB 2.0, Bluetooth 5.0, and dual-band Wi-Fi. Its main advantages are its space-saving design, integrated access to the extensive Roku OS platform, and specialized sound modes like Speech Clarity and Night Mode which significantly improve dialogue over standard TV speakers. However, it lacks a dedicated center channel and a subwoofer, resulting in weak bass performance and limited stereo separation, and it does not support advanced formats like Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, or HDR10+.

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