There is nothing better than returning home after boring working hours to enjoy some of your favorite shows on the big screen. Streaming services and devices have completely changed the entertainment landscape, thanks to some of the popular platforms like Google TV and Roku. Both offer large content libraries, but which is outstanding? In this Google TV vs Roku comparison, we'll explain all the key differences and why one outperforms the other.
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It's been a few years since Google TV was released and many still think of it as a revamp of Android TV, which isn't true. Google TV was first introduced in the 4th generation Chromecast with Google TV. It's a refined layer built on top of Android TV, similar to the Pixel UI on Android phones. Now Google TV is the de facto interface that comes with new smart TVs.
Roku, on the other hand, has a distinct user interface that offers a relaxed yet powerful way to access content. Now let's compare these interfaces and their strengths.
The things that users will experience when they turn on their TVs need to be discussed first. Both Google TV and Roku have beautiful interfaces, but we'd choose Google TV over Roku for its modern look. Both interfaces have come a long way, the Google TV interface feels modern but at the same time a bit cluttered, while Roku's UI is much easier to use with almost no learning curve.
