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The ultimate streaming player
Our fastest streaming player ever
Unmatched cinematic picture & sound
Roku Voice Remote Pro with backlit buttons and a rechargeable battery
Access to all your favorite shows plus free, live, and trending TV
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The ultimate streaming player
See your TV at its best with Roku Ultra—our fastest streaming player ever, with unmatched cinematic picture and sound.
Ultra-speedy streaming
Roku Ultra is 30% faster than any other Roku player, delivering a lightning-fast interface and apps that launch in a snap.
Cinematic streaming
Bring the movie theater to your living room with spectacular 4K, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision® picture plus immersive Dolby Atmos® audio.
The ultimate Roku remote
Roku Voice Remote Pro has backlit buttons, is conveniently rechargeable, has hands-free voice control, and even a lost remote finder.
Everything you love about TV, but better
The Roku experience, America’s #1 TV streaming platform*, is made for fast, easy access to the entertainment you love with the best selection of free, live, and trending TV.
* Based on hours streamed—Hypothesis Group, Dec. 2023
Simple setup
Just plug it in, connect to Wi-Fi®, and play your favorites on any TV.
Automatic updates
Get the newest apps, features, and more without even thinking about it.
Bluetooth® Headphone Mode
Pair your favorite headphones directly to your Roku Ultra to crank up the volume without waking the house.
Connect on your terms
Experience fast, seamless streaming with Wi-Fi® 6 in any room in the house or wire up over Ethernet.
See why Roku is America’s #1 TV streaming platform*
All the top apps
A ton of free entertainment
Fast, user-friendly experience
Easily explore a world worth of TV
*Based on hours streamed—Hypothesis Group, Dec. 2024
A perfect fit for any smart home
Your home for free, live, and premium TV
Featured on The Roku Channel
Enjoy thousands of free hit movies, popular TV shows, Roku Originals, 500+ live TV channels, and more.
Stream what you love
Award-winning originals. Live news & sports. Classic favorites. Kids & family entertainment. It’s all right here.
From the latest movies to original series and classic favorites, enjoy the most popular TV on demand.
Easily discover and enjoy in-season shows, live news, movies, and more for free.
Never miss the most talked-about events, award-winning shows, primetime sports, and even local news.
Listen to the music that moves you with your favorite streaming music channels.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of users benefit most from Roku Ultra?
Roku Ultra is ideal for viewers who want our fastest streaming performance with cinematic 4K, Dolby Vision, HDR10+ picture and Dolby Atmos sound, plus a premium backlit rechargeable Voice Remote Pro for hands‑free convenience.
Who benefits most:
- Home theater enthusiasts: Unmatched cinematic picture (4K, HDR10+, Dolby Vision) and immersive Dolby Atmos audio for a theater‑like experience.
- Power users & heavy streamers: Our fastest player—30% faster than any other Roku device—for snappy navigation and quick app launches.
- Households that need reliable networking: Built‑in Wi‑Fi 6 for fast, seamless streaming across the home, plus Ethernet for wired stability when you want it.
- Families who value convenience: Voice Remote Pro (2nd edition) with backlit buttons, rechargeable battery, hands‑free Hey Roku, lost remote finder, live TV guide button, and quick launch shortcuts.
What features are included in Roku Ultra and how does it work?
Roku Ultra is our fastest streaming player with cinematic 4K, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and Dolby Atmos, plus a premium rechargeable Voice Remote Pro—all designed for a quick, seamless setup and a theater‑like experience on compatible TVs.
Key features:
- Fast performance: 30% faster than any other Roku player for snappy navigation and quick app launches.
- Picture and sound: 4K, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and Dolby Atmos support for immersive viewing.
- Voice Remote Pro (2nd edition): Rechargeable, backlit buttons, hands‑free “Hey Roku,” lost remote finder, live TV guide, and quick app shortcuts.
- Networking: Built‑in Wi‑Fi 6 for fast streaming anywhere in the house, plus Ethernet for wired stability.
- Bluetooth Headphone Mode: Pair headphones directly to Roku Ultra to crank up the volume without waking the house.
- Ports and accessories: USB for local playback and included Premium High Speed HDMI Cable.
How it works:
- Plug Roku Ultra into your TV with HDMI, power it on, and connect to Wi‑Fi; follow on‑screen steps to finish setup.
- Works with any TV that has an HDMI port; 4K/HDR/Dolby Vision requires compatible TV and content, and Atmos requires compatible audio.
- Get fun and easy TV with fast, easy access to the entertainment you love with the best selection of free, live, and trending TV.
How can the Roku Ultra replace a cable or satellite TV subscription?
Roku Ultra can supply all your TV needs by streaming live TV, news, sports, and on‑demand entertainment over the internet instead of through a cable or satellite box—all without long‑term contracts or equipment rental fees.
Key details:
- Free live & on‑demand TV: Watch hundreds of free live TV channels, news, sports, movies, and shows on The Roku Channel and other free apps.
- Add only what you need: Mix in subscription apps (like Netflix or cable‑replacement services with local channels, sports, and cloud DVR) instead of a big bundle.
- Fewer fees: No monthly equipment rentals for a Roku device, and no long‑term contracts—just pay for the services you choose.
- Works with your current TV: Plug Roku Ultra into any TV with an HDMI port, connect to internet, and start streaming; 4K/HDR/Dolby Vision require compatible TV and content.
- Internet required: You’ll need a high‑speed internet connection (Wi‑Fi or Ethernet) for smooth streaming.
What are the differences between Roku Ultra and Roku Ultra LT?
Roku Ultra and Roku Ultra LT are both powerful 4K streaming players, but Roku Ultra adds more premium features for picture, sound, and the remote, while Roku Ultra LT is a more budget‑friendly option.
Both devices:
- Support 4K and Dolby Vision for top‑tier picture quality
- Offer the option to use a wired Ethernet connection
How Roku Ultra is different:
- Adds Dolby Atmos support for immersive audio on compatible setups.
- Includes the advanced Roku Voice Remote Pro, with backlit buttons, rechargeable battery, hands‑free voice, lost remote finder, live TV guide button, and quick launch buttons.
- Features Wi‑Fi 6 for faster, more reliable streaming over Wi‑Fi.
- Has a USB port for playing local media.
How Roku Ultra LT is different:
- Designed as a more budget‑friendly option.
- Includes an enhanced Voice Remote with wired Headphone Mode instead of the full Voice Remote Pro experience.
- Roku Ultra LT is only sold at Walmart
Which to choose:
- Pick Roku Ultra if you want the best overall experience (fastest performance, Dolby Atmos, Voice Remote Pro, Wi‑Fi 6, and USB for local media).
- Pick Roku Ultra LT if you want great 4K and Dolby Vision streaming with Ethernet support at a lower price.
Roku Ultra reviews
Roku Ultra (model 4850)
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Review by petenun. Written 2 years ago. 4 out of 5 stars. Great streaming player, BUT...
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Review by DO NOT PURCHASE. Written 2 years ago. 1 out of 5 stars. Horrible . Do not purchase . Not reliable customer
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I bought the ultra a few weeks ago.LG TV was having horrible delays both loading shows and from the remote. Several times throughout each day I will get kicked off because when it tried to switch from a show to a commercial it just crashed. I used artificial intelligence to research and learned that the Roku ultra has a much more powerful whatever and that when I hooked it up to my TV, it would be my source and my tv just became a dumb monitor. Almost all the delays are gone. The only one that is still there is when I first turn the tv on…but loading shows is fast-almost instant. Commercials load seamlessly. It only crashed twice and I’ve had it whereas before I was having crashes multiple times a day. Set up was a breeze, one HDMI cord and a plug. And to boot, I now have the best remote I’ve ever had. It’s back lit and I don’t have to use the LG remote for anything. And I can’t prove it but the reception seems better. I am an official Roku fan girl.
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would buy another one
easy to set up no trouble doing yf still learning how to use
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Best streaming device ever
I have had Google Chromecast tvs, fire sticks, Nvidia shields l. Roku ultra is the another streaming device I have ever had with a smooth, clean UI (without all the content pushing)
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Amazing for streaming!
I got the Roku Ultra for my new home theater and it's awesome! Very fast and has every app available. I love it!
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We see more channels and Roku has made it easy to work with. Thanks to Roku
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Love it.Its awesome. Would recommend it to anyone.
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Roku Ultra so much more versatile
Our old Roku just stopped working one day (don’t know what Roku series it was). Upgraded to the Ultra and we are very happy with it. The remote buttons light up when you pick it up, so very easy to use while watching tv at night with the lights out. Volume control on the side of the remote is so much better. With the old Roku we had to control the volume from the tv remote, which was very inconvenient. It was very easy to synch the new remote and worked perfectly from day one. Very happy with this upgrade.
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Great product
Love it! Easy to use and fast! Only thing I’d like to have is a number pad on the remote.
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A paid subscription or other payments may be required to access some app content. Apps are subject to change and vary by country. 4K on Roku players requires a compatible 4K TV with HDMI HDCP 2.2 port, and High Speed HDMI Cable. 4K on Roku players and Roku TV requires 4K content. 4K content may be limited or unavailable and may require additional payment to access. Check with the 4K channel provider for specific bandwidth requirements to access its 4K content.
HDR on Roku players requires a compatible HDR TV with HDMI HDCP 2.2 port, and High Speed HDMI Cable. HDR on Roku players and Roku TV requires HDR content. HDR content may be limited or unavailable and may require additional payment to access. Check with the HDR app provider for specific bandwidth requirements to access its HDR content.
Dolby Vision picture quality requires compatible content and TV. Dolby Atmos requires compatible content and sound system. Dolby, Dolby Vision, and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works.
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