The first version of this device, which allows any television or projector to be converted into a multimedia and entertainment centre, began to be marketed in the US in 2016. Since then it has evolved by improving the image quality to 4K and even adding all the functionality of Amazon’s Alexa assistant.
In this article we present you all the versions that exist of Amazon Fire TV and analyse their functionalities so that you can choose the one that suits your needs. Let’s start!
AMAZON FIRE TV COMPARISON TABLE
Fire TV Stick Lite
This model called Fire TV Stick Lite is the most basic of the whole range. However, despite its reduced price, we have a very good quality multimedia device whose main difference with its big brothers is that it does not allow you to control TV on/off and volume.
By connecting this device via the HDMI port to our TV or projector we will have the ability to view streaming content and access hundreds of applications such as Netflix, Spotify, YouTube, including all Amazon Prime applications.
This model has a capacity of 8GB, sufficient for the installation of the necessary applications and offers an image quality of up to Full HD 1080p. Through bluetooth we can connect some speakers or wireless headphones if we do not want to use those of the TV. This device allows you to play almost any type of multimedia content through the applications that can be installed on it.
The remote control has a button with which you can ask Alexa, Amazon’s virtual assistant, anything. This way we can ask her to play songs on Spotify, videos from YouTube or series and movies on Netflix. From the remote control we can control the reproduction of the contents.
As we said, the main difference between this model and its big brother, the Fire TV Stick, is the possibility of controlling the TV on and off and the volume from the remote control. As for the 4K version, the improvement it offers over this Lite version is the image quality, reaching Ultra HD 4K.
It is perfect: to turn our television or projector into a multimedia centre at a super reduced price.
- Our most affordable Fire TV Stick - Enjoy fast streaming in Full HD. Comes with Alexa Voice Remote Lite.
- Great for new users - Start streaming with access to over 200,000 free movies and TV episodes from ad-supported streaming apps like IMDb TV, Tubi, Pluto TV, and more.
- Easy to set up, stays hidden - Plug in behind your TV, turn on the TV, and connect to the internet to get set up.
Fire TV Stick
This is the original “Fire TV Stick” and is now in its third generation. It is one of the most sold and now comes with a remote control with Alexa incorporated. This means that we can use all the Alexa functionality at the touch of a button. Just like the previous model, by connecting this device through the HDMI port to our TV or projector we will have the possibility to see all the streaming content and access the applications such as Netflix, Spotify, YouTube, including all the Amazon Prime applications.
Installation and configuration is very simple, simply connect it to the HDMI port, plug the power supply into a USB or a socket and set it up to access the Internet via Wifi in a few steps. This model offers quality up to Full HD 1080p, has bluetooth for the connection of wireless speakers or headphones and it is possible to play virtually any type of multimedia content through applications installed.
The remote control has a button with which you can ask Alexa, Amazon’s virtual assistant, anything. This way we can ask her to play songs on Spotify, videos from YouTube or series and movies on Netflix. From the remote control we can control the reproduction of the contents.
The main difference between this model and its little brother Lite is the ability to control the TV on/off and volume from the remote control. In contrast, the 4K version offers an improvement over this model in terms of image quality, reaching Ultra HD 4K as its own name suggests.
It’s perfect: to control everything with the remote control, from content reproduction with Alexa to the TV on, off and volume.
- 50% more powerful than the previous generation for fast streaming in Full HD. Includes Alexa Voice Remote with power and volume buttons.
- Stream more than 1 million movies and TV episodes from Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Peacock, and more, plus listen to millions of songs. Subscription fees may apply.
- Watch your favorite live TV, news, and sports with subscriptions to SLING TV, YouTube TV, and others. Use the Guide button to see what's available and when.
Fire TV Stick 4K
This media player is one of the most powerful on the market, with a last generation processor and UltraHD 4K image quality. It is also compatible with Dolby Atmos surround sound devices, allowing for near-perfect surround sound. Like its little brother, it has hundreds of applications with which to access all streaming content.
This model, like the previous one, allows access to all the functionality for the control of the Digital Home. In this way it is possible to access the compatible cameras in the house or operate all types of devices such as lights or thermostats. In addition, with a button on the remote control we can access all this functionality by voice through Alexa.
In summary, this model adds to the full functionality of the Fire TV Stick, a 4K image quality, a surround sound and an even faster processor.
It’s perfect for enjoying all your streaming content in unparalleled Ultra HD 4K quality.
- Cinematic experience - Watch in vibrant 4K Ultra HD with support for Dolby Vision, HDR, and HDR10+.
- Home theater audio with Dolby Atmos - Feel scenes come to life with support for immersive Dolby Atmos audio on select titles with compatible home audio systems.
- Endless entertainment - Stream more than 1 million movies and TV episodes from Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Peacock, and more, plus listen to millions of songs. Subscription fees may apply.
Fire TV Cube
Finally, we are dealing with the most powerful version of the Fire TV devices. Unlike the other models that connect directly to the TV’s HDMI port, this is connected by cable and its cube design requires it to be placed next to the TV.
It has a more powerful Hexa-Core processor than the rest of the range and a 16GB capacity, allowing it to play any content with the highest resolution without any performance issues.
Through the Fire TV Cube we can also control everything using Alexa, but in this case and thanks to the fact that incorporates 8 microphones, we can ask Alexa what we want without pressing any button. That is, just like Amazon’s Echo speakers, we can control everything in a hands-free format.
Of course, just like the other models, we have all the necessary applications to watch our favourite series and films, with the advantage of being able to control the TV also with Alexa as long as the model is compatible.
In summary, this is the most complete model in the range, with 4K image quality, Alexa hands-free and the possibility of controlling other compatible devices such as sound bars or televisions.
It is perfect: to control all the content playback through Alexa without touching a button.
- The fastest, most powerful Fire TV streaming device.
- From across the room, just ask Alexa to turn on the TV, dim the lights, and play your show.
- Control compatible soundbar and A/V receiver, and change live cable or satellite channels with your voice.
FIRE TV COMPARISON TABLE