Following the launch of the Onn Google TV 4K Streaming Box earlier this year, Walmart has once again launched a cheaper stick version for just $14.88. Onn Google TV Full HD Streaming Device (Catchy) has lower video quality (1080p) and less RAM than its boxy sibling, but it costs less than a month of Netflix, making your guest room TV smarter could be a good option. .
Essentially a cheaper version of Google’s $30 Chromecast with Google TV HD (currently on sale for $19), the Onn Stick runs the same Google TV software and comes with a voice-enabled Bluetooth remote that summons Google Assistant. I am. It goes on sale starting today at Walmart.com.
Simply connect your HDMI device to the back of your TV to access streaming services like Netflix, YouTube TV, ESPN, Max, and more. It also has a built-in Chromecast, so you can cast photos, videos, and music to your TV.
The specs are basic, but the same as Google’s HD Stick: Full HD (1080p) resolution, stereo sound, 1.5 GB RAM, and 8 GB storage. Comes with remote control, HDMI cable, Micro USB power adapter and plug.
Onn is Walmart’s in-house television, electronics, and accessories brand. The Verge‘s Chris Welch reviewed the Onn Google TV 4K Streaming Box in May and called it the best $20 deal in streaming.
The new, cheaper stick version has lower specs, but uses the same remote control and has dedicated buttons for Netflix, YouTube, Disney Plus, Paramount Plus, and Google Assistant. This $20 box comes with 2GB RAM and 4K streaming, rivaling Google’s $50 Chromecast 4K.
The new $15 Onn stick with voice control and access to the Google TV platform may seem appealing. But the step up to a $20 Onn box with 4K resolution and more memory is so small that it feels hard to justify saving $5 for this gadget.