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Testseek.co.uk have collected 34 expert reviews of the Roku 2 XS and the average rating is 76%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Roku 2 XS.
 
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The editors liked

  • Easy to set up and use
  • Supports Netflix and iPlayer
  • Easy set up
  • Access to iPlayer and Netflix
  • Neflix is brilliant on the Roku
  • Some great content available
  • Crackle has some free movies
  • Compact box
  • Motion-sensitive gaming remote
  • Plenty of free content
  • Affordable media player with access to BBC iPlayer and Sky NOW
  • Easy to set up
  • Good range of internet streaming channels
  • Easy to set-up
  • Simple navigation
  • Great version of Angry Birds
  • Incredibly simple to use
  • Loads of great channels
  • Good connectivity for something so small
  • Mobile app is brilliant
  • Possibilities are near limitless with channels such as Plex and Twonky Beam
  • Open(ish) platform

The editors didn't like

  • Can be sluggish to use
  • No digital opticalout
  • YouTube not supported
  • Poor streaming and USB playback features
  • Limited content
  • Limited format support
  • No playback of media stored on your PC
  • No-premium movie rental service
  • Not designed to stream video from your home network
  • XBox and WD TV are both better value on a features basis
  • Local file support could be more straightforward
  • Not much mainstream content
  • No LoveFilm or other UK broadcasters
  • Requires credit card details during installation
  • Lacking some key channels
  • Can't stream from networked computer
  • No coax or optical digital audio out
  • Lacks DLNA support
  • Poor USB media playback
  • Lacks some key services such as YouTube and Lovefilm
  • No 50Hz support for HD signals
  • DNS settings are locked
  • No Infra-Red on remote

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  Published: 2011-12-29, Author: Enobong , review by: booredatwork.com

  • Abstract:  The Roku XS is a small puck like device similar in look and feel to the Apple TV. The XS however, manages to be smaller in size than its apple equivalent and that's where the similarities end.If you've had any experience with the first generation of Roku,...

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  Published: 2011-12-16, Author: Barb , review by: soundandvision.com

  • In the past, I may have only recommended the Roku box to aging family members with less-than-perfect eyesight. Those boxes were easy to use, but the picture was standard-definition quality at best. I'm happy to say that I can whole-heartedly recommend th...

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  Published: 2011-12-01, Author: Scott , review by: chipchick.com

  • Quick Setup, Easy to Use, 1080P Capable, Bluetooth Remote Has Perfect Communication, Amazon Instant Video, Free Shipping, 3rd Party Apps Offer Unlimited Expandability, BuiltIn USB, Ethernet, WiFi and MicroSD, Price, The
  • Credit Card Required to Use, Can't Stream Content from Local network, HDMI and Ethernet Cord Not Included, Apps Can't Run in Background, Roku Banner Ad Runs Constantly on Home Screen, Boring Interface

 
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  Published: 2011-10-12, review by: missingremote.com

  • Ignoring the luminance issue observed with HDMI HDTVs, it is hard not to see the Roku 2 as an excellent option for anyone looking to add the “Connected Device” experience to an older display, or one that is no longer being updated by the OEM. It is cr...

 
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  Published: 2011-09-30, Author: Ganesh , review by: anandtech.com

  • Abstract:  Roku is one of the pioneers in the media streamer market. Right from their founding in 2002, they have concentrated upon network streaming with only rudimentary local media support. While companies like Syabas were perfecting local media playback, Roku wa...

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  Published: 2011-09-30, Author: Andrew , review by: examiner.com

  • Abstract:  The new Roku 2 XS is so small, that it is hard to believe that this could very well replace cable and be YOUR favorite entertainment purchase. Personally, with wireless internet, I have not had cable since I reviewed the first generation of Roku.Set up wa...

 
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  Published: 2011-09-02, Author: Yardena , review by: techworld.com

  • I highly recommend paying extra for the XS and setting up a wired home network (perhaps using existing powerline or cable TV wiring) to ensure smooth streaming. Consider the lower-end models only if you've been happy with 2.4GHz Wi-Fi streaming in the...

 
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  Published: 2011-09-02, review by: macworld.com

  • Abstract:  If you don’t have a large investment in iTunes video content, you’ll find the Roku 2 models to be quite comparable to Apple TV, and at lower...

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  Published: 2011-09-01, review by: consumersearch.com

  • Inexpensive, Easy to use, Wide library of content providers, Great picture quality, Gaming features and Wiilike motion controller,
  • Need to sign up separately with most content providers, No easy way to stream media from a computer, Few games at launch, Only a few free content providers

 
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  Published: 2011-08-30, review by: pcworld.com_techhive.com

  • Easy to use, Access to tons of free and paid Web content, Enhanced Bluetooth remote has motion sensor
  • No 5GHz Wi-Fi support, No support for streaming media via home network
  • The petite Roku 2 XS offers casual gaming support via an enhanced, Bluetooth enabled remote, but its ability to stream a ton of free and paid Web content to your HDTV is still its strongest selling point. Roku 2 XS: Popular Web Streamer Adds Ability t...

 
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