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Early Black Friday deals on Roku streaming sticks and other streamers

By Carolin Lehmann

November 12, 2021 / 2:13 PM EST / Essentials

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Whether you want to cut the pay TV cord, upgrade an older TV without having to purchase a new one; or find an easy-to-use operating system to run on your new early Black Friday TV, a Roku streamer or Fire TV stick may be your best bet. And with Black Friday deals arriving early this year, now is an ideal time to pick one out -- and save big.

There are deals on Rokus, Apple TVs and Amazon Fire TV sticks to be found at Best Buy, Target and more right now. These streaming boxes or streaming sticks put streaming content from Amazon, Netflix, Spotify, Hulu, Disney+ and more (subscriptions required) in one easy-to-search place on your TV screen. Rokus also offer access to free content, including more than 190 streaming channels on the Roku Channel.

Find pre-Black Friday deals on Rokus and other streamers ahead.

Roku Premiere: $20

The Roku Premiere comes with a simple remote with an approachable interface. Use it to stream in HD, 4K or HDR and enjoy voice control with Siri, Alexa or Google Assistant. Just plug it in with the included high-speed HDMI cable, connect to the internet and start streaming.

Roku Premiere, $20 (reduced from $35)

$20 at Best Buy

Roku Streaming Stick 4K: $30

The Roku Streaming Stick 4K plugs into your TV and streams in 4K, Dolby Vision and HDR10+. Its long-range receiver allows for fast TV streaming in any room with a strong Wi-Fi connection. It also works with popular voice assistants.

Roku Streaming Stick 4K, $30 (reduced from $50)

$30 at Best Buy

Roku Ultra Streaming Device: $70

The Roku Ultra is the fastest and most powerful media player Roku makes. It offers support for Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. It works both wirelessly and with an ethernet port, and it comes with headphones for private listening. If you lose your remote, you can press a button on the streaming device, and your remote will play a sound. You can play music, podcasts and more on your TV with a connected Bluetooth streaming device.

Roku Ultra Streaming Device, $70 (reduced from $100)

$70 at Best Buy

Roku Streaming Stick+ 4K Headphone Edition: $40

The Roku Streaming Stick+ has a long-range wireless receiver and allows for Bluetooth streaming. Instead of connecting to a TV via wires, it connects directly to an HDMI port. Note that the Roku Streaming Stick+ still needs to be connected to a power source -- either via a TV USB input or a wall outlet. The set also allows you to use headphones on the voice remote to listen to your TV during quiet hours.

Roku Streaming Stick+ 4K Headphone Edition, $40 (reduced from $60)

$40 at Best Buy

Roku 2.0-Channel Streambar Pro: $150

The Streambar Pro is a Roku streaming device and soundbar all in one. It has larger speakers and stronger sound than the original Streambar. The Streambar Pro's sound uses Dolby Audio tech, which automatically lowers the volume of loud commercials and boosts the volume of quiet conversations. Roku also makes an add-on wireless subwoofer and wireless speakers that pair with the Streambar for an upgraded surround sound experience.

Roku 2.0-Channel Streambar Pro, $150 (reduced from $180)

$150 at Best Buy

Apple TV 4K: $130

Use the Apple TV 4K to watch movies and shows in 4K HDR and with immersive sound from Dolby Atmos. Stream sports, news, and TV channels live, and use Siri to control it with your voice. Use AirPlay to view photos and videos from your iPhone and iPad on your TV.

Apple TV 4K, $130 (reduced from $160)

$130 at Best Buy

Amazon Fire TV Stick with 4K Ultra HD: $25

Or, try an Amazon streamer with a new Wi-Fi antenna design optimized for 4K streaming. The Amazon Fire TV Stick pairs with compatible Bluetooth headphones and comes with a one-year complimentary Food Network Kitchen subscription. Speak to its Alexa voice remote.

Amazon Fire TV Stick with 4K Ultra HD, $25 (reduced from $50)

$25 at Best Buy