Android Tv reviews from Reddit

Summary

We analyzed 232 Reddit reviews across 20 subreddits and 41 posts to rank the best Android Tv brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/AndroidTV, r/PleX, r/Addons4Kodi, r/AndroidTVBoxes, r/Stremio. Top-rated brands include Nvidia (4.8/5), Onn (4.3/5), Google (4.2/5).

Stats
Reviews232
Subreddits20
Posts41
Brands69
Products50
Top communities
r/AndroidTV89r/PleX41r/Addons4Kodi31r/AndroidTVBoxes15r/Stremio14
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#1

Nvidia

4.8
(58)
"Nvidia shield is my go to."
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"NVIDIA Shield TV Pro"
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"The Nvidia shield is still the goat."
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"Nvidia shield tv pro is the best."
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"The Nvidia Shield Pro is top tier, fast, reliable, and great for streaming anything."
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"I have the Formuler z11 pro max and Nvidia shield pro, Both boxes are excellent and expensive."
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"I have no desire to buy anything else, as these are still so great."
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"Shield pro"
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"Another vote for shield pro."
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"Shield pro still"
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#2

Onn

4.3
(16)
"Onn 4K Pro or Google TV Streamer for sure."
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"Sold my cube after I tried the Onn 4k pro."
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"Onn 4k pro"
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"Onn 4k pro or Google streamer"
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"ONN 4K Pro is by far the best under $100"
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"Onn 4K Pro just came out"
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"Why not upgrade to the Onn 4K Pro?"
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"I really like them, and they have played anything I have thrown at them."
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"I like my Onn 4K Pro for the price, direct plays my entire 4K Plex Library."
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"Onn Box 4K Pro"
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#3

Google

4.2
(13)
"I have a Chromecast with Google TV with a USB Ethernet adapter and use moonlight with good results."
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"Currently using Chromecast with Google TV... haven't had any problems with direct play on any movie or show."
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"I think this is the cheapest way"
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"Imo the Google Chromecast 4k is very handy with sideloading."
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"I know everyone is quick to go for the 'top spec' kit but seriously consider the 4k CCWGTV."
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"Chromecast w/Google TV"
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"Wonder why Chromecast (Google TV 4K) is not on the list! I use it and its great."
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"There are Android TV devices like the one from Google or the onn branded one from Walmart that should satisfy."
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"You don't need to replace your CCwGTV, just get this cable and you'll be up an running."
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"I've been using Kodi since day one."
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#4

onn

4.2
(13)
"The regular Onn 4k should do fine, no need for the Pro. I installed projectivy launcher, a must."
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"Onn pro or Google streamer"
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"The best bang for the buck in my opinion are the Walmart Onn 4k and 4k Pro."
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"If in the US, ONN Pro. In Canada, ONN Pro Canadian version available at many Canadian Walmart stores..."
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"The regular Onn 4k box sounds fine for OP's purpose: streaming apps, easy interface."
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"I'd go with the non pro ONN 4k, because it's fast and does not require AC plug."
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"The new Onn pro has wifi 6 so in my use where I can't hardwire things it's actually better for me than the Shield."
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"In the US I see no reason why anyone should buy anything other than the onn 4k or the shield."
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"Might be better out there but $20 and honestly it’s pretty good."
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"Onn 4k from walmart."
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#5

Apple

4.6
(9)
"I’ve been using a 4K 128GB w Ethernet for the past 6 months or so and it’s been great."
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"Try Apple TV 4K + Infuse. Trust me."
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"For me the Apple TV with Infuse provided the best viewing, listening, and overall experience."
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"Apple tv + infuse is the best thing you can do right now afaik."
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"Try Apple TV 4K + Infuse. Trust me."
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"I'm planning on getting the next AppleTV when it comes out if it has AV1 support."
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"Best IMO? Plex HTPC on a desktop with a modern Nvidia GPU."
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"You are going to need two devices to please all these items."
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"Just get an Apple TV honestly that’s what I did I had the same thing as you and notice it starts lagging."
#6

Amazon

4.0
(8)
"Replying to this late, but doesn't the Fire Cube 3 do it all?"
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"I hate the amazon bloat, but it’s the only box that was better than my shieldtv."
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"FireTV Cube gen 3 is $100 on Amazon, use the same Fire OS as your Firestick."
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"I suggest an Amazon firestick. They added a way to use the remote as a mouse."
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"Is the most cost-effective Android TV box."
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"I’m quite happy running a Firecube."
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"Next one down at $139 is the FireCube v3. Also has upscaling and 16 GB memory."
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"I think the Fire TV Cube doesn’t have a gigabit Ethernet port which is a huge turn off."
#7

Nvidia Shield

4.4
(7)
"Hands down Shield can’t go wrong"
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"Shield has always been my favorite."
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"Runner up = Nvidia Shield."
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"Look for used Nvidia Shield on Facebook marketplace."
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"See if you can find a cheap Nvidia shield."
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"The Shield is top of the list because of its overall power and flexibility."
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"Closest you can get is the Shield at 4k 60 hdr."
#8

Homatics

4.3
(7)
"As someone else stated...homatics are very good"
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"Recommended to upgrade to minimum the *Homatics Box R 4K Plus*."
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"You can also look at the following: 1. Homatics Box R 4K Plus."
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"Homatics Box R 4K Plus."
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"Homatics Box R 4K Plus"
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"I wanted a box with good specs and Android 12."
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"I recommend Homatics devices from AliveTV : https://shop.alivetv.io"
#9

Xiaomi

4.0
(7)
"Personally I have a 32' Mi tv with no issues so far from 5+ years (touchwood), gave to family."
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"MI TV but also take an extended warranty. It really helps and the warranty is not expensive."
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"MI TV has worked fine, using it since 2 years."
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"Have both at home and have been using since a long time"
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"This budget-friendly option offers decent performance."
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"The MiBox is also pretty good. It's basically a cheap Chinese box that runs proper google tv and is fully certified."
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"MI Box s"
#10

Nvidia Shield Pro

4.6
(5)
"The Shield Pro is the only answer. It is the only 64-bit mode Android device for emulation."
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"NVIDIA Shield Pro has been the best for the most for me."
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"1a. shield pro 1b. z11 pro max."
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"Most people recommend the Nvidia Shield Pro. I have one (and 2 tubes)"
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"NVIDIA sheild Pro for Iptv, side loading, and customizability. Probably the best android based streaming box."
#11

Dune HD

4.5
(4)
"I’m using Dune HD Homatics Box R 4K Plus and really happy with the performance."
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"I’m using the Dune HD Homatics Box R 4K Plus and really happy with the performance."
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"Dune HD (NOT the Homatics) will do what you’re asking via its own built in player."
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"Dune HD Homatics 4K"
#12

Formuler

4.5
(4)
"I have the Formuler z11 pro max and Nvidia shield pro, Both boxes are excellent and expensive."
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"Formuler Z pro"
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"Formuler Z11 Pro Max comes with MyTVOnline3 IPTV player software."
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"The Homatics 4k one is great too."
#13

NVIDIA

4.3
(4)
"Nvidia Shield TV (2019)"
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"On Nvidia Shield Tv you can install Frame Rate app."
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"I just use a 2015 model Nvidia Shield TV for the main entertainment center."
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"But which Shield? Shield TV or Shield TV Pro? I've read that for non-gamers the Pro is overkill."
#14

Chromecast

4.3
(4)
"The experience is unbelievable."
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"For a reliable and cost-effective digital signage setup, consider devices like the Chromecast with Google TV."
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"Both the Xiaomi and Chromecast will run fine."
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"The current Chromecast is a bit slow, but does do the job."
#15

Fire TV

3.8
(4)
"Both work perfectly, highly recommended."
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"Fire TV 4K Max is another option. Just got mine for $32 USD."
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"The cube is my daily driver and the best of the lot."
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"My Fire stick max 4k or whatever it was I had - and my FireTV - are the two worst Plex clients I've used."
#16

MECOOL

4.3
(3)
"I am very pleased with the purchase of MECOOL KM2 Plus deluxe."
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"Mecool km2 plus."
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"Mecool KM2 Plus for Netflix 4K and HDR10, Dolby Atmos."
#17

Xiaomi Mi Box S

4.0
(3)
"For a reliable and cost-effective digital signage setup, consider devices like the Xiaomi Mi Box S."
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"If your not techy but a Mi box S, if you are techy then by 8gb ram Chromebox."
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"Xiaomi Mi Box S: The best budget alternative to the Nvidia Shield TV."
#18

Tivimate

5.0
(2)
"I recommend Tivimate as your client."
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"I have my grandmother setup w/Tivimate n a sub."
#19

Kodi

4.5
(2)
"Try Kodi with FEN Light addon."
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"I have Kodi with many add ons including FEN with Coco scrapper."
#20

Dune HD Homatics

4.5
(2)
"You should compare to the Dune HD homatics. It’s apparently the best box in the world right now."
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"I know it's not in your budget, but the Homatics Dune is also a very good one."
#21

Tivo

4.5
(2)
"Tivo stream 4k is the best one I found better than onn by far."
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"Tivo 4k is another option."
#22

Amazon Fire Stick 4K Max

4.5
(2)
"I think ill wait for the Amazon Fire stick 4k max to come on sale."
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"I think ill wait for the Amazon Fire stick 4k max to come on sale."
#23

Mecool

4.5
(2)
"Very happy with it!"
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"It checks all the boxes that I was looking for Google Play certified, usb ports, clean stock Android and 4k support."
#24

CCwGTV 4K

4.0
(2)
"CCWGTV 4K is working best for me."
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"I use a CCwGTV 4k with a usb and ethernet hub... and I have nothing to complain about."
#25

Android TV

4.0
(2)
"Recommend getting a certified AndroidTV devices, here are some with Android 12."
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"Android TV's support VLC which in turn can stream RTSP streams."
#26

Kinhank G1

4.0
(2)
"KinhankG1, Amiko Gold, duneHd r4 k, mecool deluxe, formuler Z11 pro max, take your pick."
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"I just ordered the kinhank g1 android box because I’m tired of the Firestick."
#27

Chromecast with Google TV

4.0
(2)
"Chromecast with Google TV"
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"Chromecast with Google TV is not available officially in Singapore, but you can buy from importers."
#28

Rocktek G2

2.5
(2)
"If you're looking for a great box with growing potential and updates, look at the Rocktek G2."
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"Don't buy the rocktek G2. Too many cec issues...."
#29

Orange Pi 5

5.0
(1)
"Best? Orange Pi 5 and, soon, the Raspberry Pi 5."
#30

Ugoos SK1

5.0
(1)
"Ugoos sk1 or am8/am8 pro ..easy winners and they r on top of list for performance and support for all codecs"
#31

Xiaomi Mi Box Gen 2

5.0
(1)
"Xioami box gen 2 is god,google tv 4k"
#32

Nvidia Shield 2019 Pro

5.0
(1)
"Nvidia shield 2019 pro if you really need the android tv."
#33

Firestick 4K

5.0
(1)
"I use firestick 4k with real debrid using kodi... it runs beautifully."
#35

Nokia

5.0
(1)
"✅ Dolby Vision ✅ HDR10 ✅ DTS X ✅ Dolby Atmos ✅ AV1 ✅Great Remote"
#36

CCwGTV

4.0
(1)
"CCwGTV or OnnProBox."
#37

STRONG LEAP S3+

4.0
(1)
"Or cheaper: STRONG LEAP S3+: It also has Dolby Atmos and Vision, Google TV."
#38

Formuler Z11

4.0
(1)
"Formuler z11."
#39

Zidoo Z9X Pro

4.0
(1)
"Zidoo Z9X Pro."
#40

Nvidia Shield 2019

4.0
(1)
"Just buy a Shield 2019, or wait for the apparently inbound (overdue by 3 years) new Shield TV."
#41

Mecool KM2 Plus

4.0
(1)
"Mecool KM2 Plus for Netflix 4K and HDR10, Dolby Atmos."
#42

A95X F2

4.0
(1)
"A95X F2 - S905X2 running COREElec with Dolby True HD , DTS hd ma HDMI pass through."
#43

Jellyfin

4.0
(1)
"I ran Kodi for a long time, but have since swapped to Jellyfin as I find it to be a more reliable solution."
#44

tz95

4.0
(1)
"I have a cheap tz95 flashed with openelec... and it's perfect."
#45

Walmart Onn Box

4.0
(1)
"I used the walmart onn box with a dualsense controller. It worked fine."
#46

Amlogic S905X2

4.0
(1)
"My old Amlogic S905X2 device was a very good $60 inbetween style box."
#47

Dune

4.0
(1)
"The dune homatics box had an update recently that fixed auto hdr so now it switches without issue."
#48

Ziddo

4.0
(1)
"Look at a ziddo too"
#49

Onn TV 4K Pro

4.0
(1)
"If your on a Budget I'd just go with the Onn TV 4K Pro but if not the Google TV 4K Streamer is definitely better"
#50

Nokia Box

4.0
(1)
"That's only in Europe and is supposed to be pretty good."
#51

Onn Pro

4.0
(1)
"Onn pro or mecool"
#53

Fire TV Stick 4K Max

4.0
(1)
"Fire TV Stick 4k Max, Chromecast with Google TV."
#54

Nvidia Shield 4K

4.0
(1)
"Nvidia Shield 4k works fairly well for me."
#55

Onn Devices

4.0
(1)
"Onn devices at walmart if you are in the US"
#56

Onn 4K Box

4.0
(1)
"If you just want something basic that works the Onn 4K box is great."
#57

Chromecast 4K

4.0
(1)
"I have yet to have a problem with my Chromecast using steamlink."
#58

Chromecast TV 4K

4.0
(1)
"Chromecast TV 4K works pretty good and is just plug and play."
#59

Fire Stick

4.0
(1)
"Fire Stick is going to be better than Chromecast."
#60

Xiaomi Mi Box 4K

4.0
(1)
"I use the mi box 4k and it's pretty good."
#61

Chromecast with Google TV 4K

4.0
(1)
"I’ve been using the Chromecast with Google TV 4K... it’s been working flawlessly!"
#62

Onn UHD

4.0
(1)
"Onn UHD at Walmart $20. I use it for my living room."
#63

Buzz TV

4.0
(1)
"It's fantastic for Stremio though likely overkill and expensive."
#64

Walmart

4.0
(1)
"Walmart Onn AndroidTV, $20 and controls the TV (power/volume/input)"
#65

Steam Deck

3.0
(1)
"Not to mention as a Steam Deck user myself, the WiFi on it is not that great."
#66

HK1 Box

3.0
(1)
"If your not interested in getting 4K Netflix then try, HK1Box (S905x3)."
#67

Tanix

3.0
(1)
"A mi box, or tanix tx9, or any amlogic S905+ device"
#68

Onn TV Box

3.0
(1)
"The onn TV boxes work for me but they seem to have gone out of stock recently."
#69

H96

1.0
(1)
"I'll tell you one to avoid - H96 Max V58 with Rockchip RK3588."

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