Better Than Chromecast? 4K Google TV Streaming Box for $20
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Walmart has put out a brand new version of the Onn. 4K Streaming Box with Google TV on board, and it’s only $20 MSRP. That means you don’t have to wait around for a deal or some other incentive to get one: it’s that price all the time. But that didn’t answer the biggest, lingering question surrounding this new 4K streamer. In the end, if the software was still mediocre as it was for the first version, that would continue to hamper this as a proper substitute for the Chromecast with Google TV. So, we went and bought one for ourselves, and the results are pretty staggering.
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Yeah, I was already moving on from Amazon to Google tv.. AND THIS SOLIDIFIES THAT DECISION!! Thanks for the video keep The awesome content coming!!
If you do not mind, why the change from Amazon to Google?
@@richardsequeirateixeira I stopped using FireTV after Google blocked sideloading the Play Store, Amazon's App store is limited and it's a pain having to sideload everything individually. FireTV specs are legit though.
What's the better choice as of today, Google TV or Amazon (Fire Stick 4k Max)?
@@GabrielMarini07 Google TV. Imo. It could be that im a Google Stan, but I just Believe that the Device feels more up to date, than the fire sticks that crash or become extremely slow after a while
I really wish you would have showed/demonstrated the controller that it comes with.
Stuff like this is the reason why I follow this channel. Thanks!
This TV box is way better and way more affordable than Chromecast. I recently had to switch after my Chromecast died. It's faster, the UI is less sluggish, it comes with longer cables, RetroArch actually works on it (Chromecast broke the compatibility with the October update in 2022), the remote has a better grip. I'm very happy with my purchase, considering that I had to spend 2.5 times less money.
Most people don't know this, but a big reason it costs $20 is because it doesn't do Dolby Vision and Atmos. Companies have to pay extra for Dolby Vision and Atmos even just to put it on the box it came in.
@@TheBman3rd Luckily my TV is very cheap too so I don't need any of those.
Yeah but this ain’t going to get any updates at all.
@@nicholasbrooks7349 why are you lying
I bought one tonight based on your video 👍. Very easy to install and setup. I use Google Home all the time and it was like adding a smart bulb
Me 2 today
You need to do more testing. The last version of the ONN streamer would frequently lose connection with the remote and require a power down restart to resolve. If they haven't fixed that, this thing isn't worth using. Full stop.
But you are the only reviewer that addressed the biggest failing of Google's streamer....the design of the remote which is absolutely terrible. It's so bad, I took the remote from my last gen ONN streamer and paired it to my Google streamer to get the best out of the experience. Huge improvement in feel and ergonomics. Come on Google, form should never dominate over function when it comes to a remote.
I have been using this Onn TV box for a couple of weeks now. No issues with the remote connection so far.
Google's way of thinking will forever remain a mystery at this point
Hi,
Is there a monthly cost:)? Or just a one-time fee:)?
Roughly how many channels do you get:)?
Are there any movies, sports, included:)?
always the best,
Is it 4K 120? or 4K 60 like the Google model?
🤔 I'll go with Google Chromecast with Google TV 4K because I'll get all the software updates from Google
can you add the cast moderator?
Use an Onn Google TV box as my main box. The remote is worth the delay in updates
Chromecast receives the updates like once a year and each time they make it slower and less functional. So, I wouldn't give Google an extra point here.
just finished updating mine and its even faster
Walmart partnered with Paramount's streaming service to have it offered for free to people who have a Walmart+ account. I wonder if Walmart is thinking about possibly expanding it with other streaming services. It could benefit them to have an affordable streaming box for consumers.
I'm pretty sure Walmart's streaming service is Vudu
Fandango Acquired Walmart’s Vudu Video Streaming Service
Thoughts on tivo. Even better controller from the looks?
fam dos it have website browser
Looks great! ThanksMuch!
When will it be available in Canada? I checked Walmart Canada online and they do not have this device. Would be nice to have it in Canada. Maybe next trip to the USA I will pick one up.
What's the storage size? My biggest disappointment with the Chromecast With Google TV is the 4.4GB storage. It's constantly alerting me that storage is low, or that there isn't enough storage to update an app, although I don't really have a lot of streaming apps installed.
Allegedly, 8gbs... Allegedly.... But you can expand it.
@@dgelpin it's actually only 4.4GB usable. I've seen how to expand it with a powered USB hub which adds more clutter behind your TV. Wish they would just include larger storage options.
I got one , it's 8gig plus , it allows you to uninstall everything except, TH-cam , TH-cam music and Netflix.
@@kennopalus I looked into it a bit further, and the truth is the best thing about it is the price difference.
As I mentioned previously about the Chromecast With Google TV, this has the storage limitation - it's 8GB storage, with only 4.4GB of actual usable storage.
So effectively, you're only getting a 4GB device. Which is a shame, because the Google TV interface and functionally is beautiful. But it's handcuffed by the fact that you can only install a limited few of your favorite streaming apps without running out of storage space.
The Chromecast with Google TV uses USB C. You can plug in a usb hub or usb stick and increase storage. Google even has a support page on this. This has a MicroUSB charging port.
You can do the same thing on this device...
@@dgelpinwouldn't that be more complicated though, as it's only got MicroUSB for his charging port.
@@bradavon You can get an adapter
Its called an micro usb otg cable.
You have to going to developer options and turn off USB debugging. Its very easy.
I enjoyed it. But I wasn't able to stream Nvida Go and wasn't able to connect BT keyboard or Xbox One controller... but... user error probably was at play. I'll buy another as soon as I can afford it again. (yes, ino only $20 but... $20 I don't currently have)
What's going on with the unsteady camera? The constant slight parallax movement is unpleasant.
Is there any speed difference (hardware/processor) between this and the HD version which is even lower for 15 bucks..
Dolby Vision is why you would choose the CCwGTV.
Widevine level? In other words, can you access streaming services in 4K/HDR?
Yes.
How many apps can you install?? The Google Chromecast with Google TV 4K, can only install like 10 apps??
Have 33 installed in mine with plenty of space remaining.
I find that hard to believe. My Chromecast with Google TV came with 4.7GB free out of the box. Which isn't a lot but 10 apps would take up way less space. In any case both hands 8GB storage. So the answer is about the same.
Please make a video comparing Chromebook and Android tablet their pros & cons. It's very relevant these time because android tablets are becoming bigger and bigger and more powerful like the Samsung tab S8 ultra and Lenovo tab extreme.
May not mean anything to most folks, but does it support all audio formats?
This doesn't support Atmos or DTS-X. I love these little boxes, and sometimes buy them just to give them as gifts, but they're secondary TV-only at my house. I love my Atmos setup paired with a Fire TV. I prefer the pure Google OS, but will give that up to keep Atmos .
updates? security? lifespan?. if it doesn't get support then having to buy a new one defeats the price break.
Running Android 12. No updates since I got mine a few months ago.
Reddit says that previous models from 2-3 years ago still receive regular security patches
That is awesome WHAT A SURPRISE. Its time for Google to make a Google TV with Tensor on it and unique smart features.
I own one of these. I've had it for a bit. One of the downsides is you have to reboot it weekly for it to work right. It will loose connection to the remote that requires a reboot. If you start filling up the storage with apps it starts freezing. It looks amazing out of box, but after frequent usage you will relize you get what you pay for. I do like the remote form factor better. You're better off buying the Chromecast with Google TV. Pro tip: if you lose your original Chromecast with Google TV remote you can pair it with the remote that comes with this unit and is much cheaper than buying a new one.
You know you should always reboot your device has at least once a week I actually do it three times a week. It only takes a minute unplug wait 5 seconds plug it back. Hell even my PlayStation 4 I completely turn it off at least once a week I mean it doesn't even take that long. 😅
It sounds like you might have had a faulty device?
Reboot the box !? I turn my smart tv off when it's not in use , I never leave it plugged in with that red light on .
Everything gets rebooted, including in my set up, from my T-Mobile modem to smart tv to the Onn 4k device .
what is the difference between "Android TV" and "Google TV"??
I have no idea what this product is called. It was named and the box waved in front of the camera so quick it was like a sleight of hand trick. What is it called?
Read the description under the video.
I'm leaving the fire stick bro this device is so smooth too be honest volume button faster really quick compared to the fire stick
Any way to get this thing in Canada?
Aren't there Walmart stores in Canada?
@@knoplef they don't stock this in Canadian Wal-Mart stores
USA only
@@mattdavenport533 that's bad
I hope this version of google tv allows to sideload apps. In the last update of my Chromecast with google tv it is blocked
You can side load some apps, not a lot. Most are not compatible.
Not being able to display albums from Google photos is a deal breaker for me. It's not bad for a secondary TV, but for your main TV I definitely go with Google's Chromecast.
It works on my Onn TV Box though. I'm wondering if it's because I'm using a beta version of Google Home app.
Wait Google Photos display is only on Chromecast? If he said it I missed it
Frustrating no OEM is updating their Android TVs to Google TV. They're only including it be hardware.
Can you stream the internet with these types of devices?Thankyou!
That’s the only thing I wanna know. Can I connect to the chrome app so I can stream from there.
Why? Because you can be much more sure it'll gets updated for longer. Many of the 3rd party Google Assistant smart speakers start out the same but don't get the same updates so lose features overtime.
Chromecast with Google TV has been getting slower with every update and the update from October 2022 completely broke the compatibility of the device with game console emulators. No fixes in sight, no comments. The updates arrive maybe 1-2 times a year. It's not the Pixel series, the support is really bad for Chromecasts.
@@knopleffair points thanks. I recently got one and whilst I didn't test it before, with the latest updates wouldn't call it sluggish personally. But maybe it'll become sluggish I don't know.
@@knopleffinished updating mine, no issues
Doesn't look like you can cast from your other devices though?
You can cast from a desktop, laptop, tablet and phone to this device.
How do they make money? There were reports that some of these Chinese made Google TV alike have malware installed that farm your data (via wifi even). It'd be great if some of your team and dig into the internals to see if there are any of that.
There were no reports of that kind. The reports were about Android TV boxes from random no-name brands. This box is from a giant brand like Walmart (Onn is their sub-brand) and it comes with a Google TV interface, which probably means it's co-branded by Google.
You're likely to not just buy this when you go in store. Don't know about the US, but in the UK it's common to have ATMs in stores. Most people will buy something when they go in for cash.
If I buy one in the US, will it work in Europe, specifically Germany? Thanks in advance!
As long as you have a adaptor for the power input, yes it will work fine on internet
no dolby vision/Dolby Atmos?? no way! I rather go for the chrome cast
Looks like this is a Walmart exclusive. So only available in The US. Please remember you have an international audience.
only available in the usa. We dont care about other countries we are the most powerful and richest.
Were to buy
Walmart. Onn is their store brand for electronics.
What about memory, same as Chromecast?
Two Gigabyte Memory. Eight Gigabyte Storage.
I still prefer Chromecast with Google TV. I know a lot of people talk about how the Chromecast remote don't have a lot of buttons and all that. But for me I can care less long as the remote work. I don't need all the extra stuff on my remote like my remote that came with my TV it self. I prefer to go with something more well popular name brand stuff which is Google itself. Like when it comes to certain things I definitely need name brand and a definitely a popular name brand as well.
Walmart is a huge brand and this specific device is co-branded by Google
Imo misleading not putting the company name in the title. It's not a google product, it's a product from another company with google features
Turn your tv on and off hook up and link your sub to it
I liked the product and I enjoyed the way the remote felt, however, one thing we noticed is how stiff the remote felt. Try holding the remote for several hours and you will know what mean as compared to a Chromecast remote.
Why on earth would you "hold the remote for several hours"? Change shows or settings and set it down. My biggest problem is always finding the remote because its never in my hand.
Why would you hold it for so long though? I'm curious
@@knoplef that's his only option to hold something stiff in his hands
I would never put my Google account login on anything other than a Google box.
Because?
Nope
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No lag, that’s awesome. The TCL Google TV we have is so laggy, this may be a good upgrade to plug into one of the ports.
There is still some lag after a few days of use. But it's definitely better than Chromecast with Google TV.
So, did you get this and used the new Onn the the TCL Google TV through HDMI, if so, does it work lagless as expected ?
This uses an Amlogic S905Y4 chipset. It does AV1 video decoding. Everything loads really fast and even on a 2006 1080p display you noticed a picture quality inprovement.
Is this better than the chromecast with google tv 4k?
Does this support a functional framerate matching feature?
These cost $50 in Europe
What's the storage on it? That's my biggest issue with the Chromecast with Google TV, I have to delete and add apps all the time.
8 GB, it's the same
5.1 Gb Available for Use
8gb of storage is horrible. The first Google streaming device had 8gb and you had to uninstall apps to run new ones! Garbage. Get Nvidia Shield and have no issues.
I guess it depends. I never ran into that issue. How many apps do you have?
TH-cam, Google Play, TH-cam TV, Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney, and then Kodi is fun but uses the most. Even without Kodi I had to delete apps and that was before 4k!
@@MarcusThomson huh! Very strange, I have a very similar set of apps. I can try to see if this tv box supports moving apps to the external storage through the hub if you would like that. I already have a hub connected to it but I mostly use it to hook up a webcam so I can do Google Duo calls through the TV.
Dude Nvidia Shield costs 150 bucks. Bit of a silly comparison.
@@bradavon Don't pay retail silly. Lol. It works the best with no lagg.
I have the HD version and it is pretty laggy going in between apps end just general scrolling. Takes awhile to load the streaming apps but does not give any issues once loaded and running. Is this one laggy in between apps and scrolling
What about trackers with that model / company. Worse than the official competition explaining the low price?
Guess we know what Dolby Vision HDR and Dolby Atmos cost to license now ha.
It's a fair compromise. My $250 TV doesn't support any of those anyway.
Thanks for the straightforward review.
Does it support voice commands?
Yes
The chromecast is the better device but not by a whole lot ... In many ways the devices are kinda identical.. Same OS ( android 12) same amount of ram , same amount of storage...
The chromecast has some premium features the ONN lack... like support for all formats Dolby Atoms HDR10+ (tho ONN has hdr10 and HLG)... It can framerate match content either seamlessly or non seamlessly..... The ONN can only non seemless no framerate match....
Performance seems about maybe 10% better overall on the Chromecast.... Also I think the picture looks slightly better on chromecast ( tho that is personal preference ) ...
The ONN wins in the remote but only because the googles is weird and small...
Overall I'd say the ONN wins on value tho you are getting like 90% of the features/performance at less than 50% of the cost...
Tho the Chromecast is just better.. but like I said it's not drastically so...
For anyone with a low end recent TV or an older TV they can't use the higher end premium features anyways... SO the Onn wins...
And for someone with a newer mid to higher end TV... It makes more sense to go with the Chromecast... for the premium features and support (android 14??)
Watching NFL game tonight, comparing the onn tv box with CWGTV and firetv cube, picture quality is best on the CWGTV
Chromecast is built in. You can add a USB drive to be used as device storage with the help of a OTG cable.
MicroUsb OTG
MicroUSB hubs ate harder to find than the usb C on the Chromecast with Google TV though.
This looks really nice. But I guess that they are only available in the US then?
I’ve set up 2 of them. They’re great.
Yeah but can it cast your desktop?
Wish I knew what the remote looked like... : /
can i link this device to live tv ..?
But can I still "cast" with this onn box?
But can you cast to it?!
Can you sideload other streaming apps line Cinema HD or Bee Tv on it and can you type show or movie names to search for?
YES
Does this streaming box freeze while looking at movies, and do you need internet service
Of course you need internet service. Watching movies is the primary focus of this box so I don't think it would be freezing while doing the only thing its built to do.
I have the first generation box, is the new one Micro USB or USB-C? Also do you notice a difference between first gen and second Gen?
Same as the first.
MicroUSB
Does this box show up in Google Home app and can you you phone based controls for it like on Chromecast?
Great review as always!!
The answers are: yes and yes
I saw one in WalMart. I noticed 4K and $20 and GoogleTV. I thought why not? It’s $20. If I hate it I’m only out $20.
I LOVE IT! I cannot believe they’re selling this for $20.
The only thing you missed was the difference in connection, google having USB C and Onn by Walmart having micro USB .
I have the Walmart google onn device and have it in my fire tv , it gives me another option with more storage.
I did have the Google Chromecast and in my opinion, it was more powerful in ways I can't put into words , for one thing , it took over my remote on my fire tv, the Walmart onn didn't .
It also seemed like the sound and picture quality was better with the Google made dongle .
I still wouldn't get one again , I like my set up .
A LOT, and i mean A LOOOOOT of these android "TV" devices come with malware installed on it.
Don't recommend things unless you know it's safe.
I'm never usually a pedant, however during the video it was emphasised this was NOT an Android TV device, its a Google TV device, and there is a difference between bootloader and how that works, to the play protect on the apps and lack of side loading. You are right that AndroidTV boxes are a pandora's box of nastiness in many cases, Google TV does work differently and is designed for OEM safety.
I call this BS. Walmart's TV boxes receive regular security updates. It also comes with a Google TV interface, which means that it was probably certified by Google.
@@photowalkmyworld AndroidTV and GoogleTV are the same thing. GoogleTV is just an APP that runs on Android OS
@@neipas09I'm sorry but you don't have a clue. Watching a single video on Linus Tech Tips doesn't make you an expert. You don't even know the difference between an Android TV box and a Chromebox. Please, educate yourself and stop spreading misinformation.
I know its safe