Ready to give your streaming setup a boost? Cyber Monday is a great time to upgrade your streaming player — we’ve spotted strong deals from Amazon and Roku and are watching for discounts on Apple TV 4K, Nvidia Shield, and Google Chromecast (including the new Google TV streamer). We’ll update as more deals go live.
Updated December 2, 2024: Latest streaming player deals added. Also check Cyber Monday discounts on home security cameras, video doorbells, Philips Hue smart lights, and more.
Best deals on Amazon Fire TV players
– Amazon Fire TV Stick HD — $17.99 (49% off)
– Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K — $21.99 (56% off)
– Amazon Fire TV Cube (3rd gen) — $99.99 (29% off)
Both the Fire TV Stick HD and the Fire TV Stick 4K were released about a month ago, yet are already seeing large discounts. The Fire TV Cube (3rd gen) remains a solid pick if you want hands-free Alexa control and cable-box voice commands.
Best deals on Roku players
– Roku Express 4K+ — $24 (40% off)
– Roku Streaming Stick 4K — $29 (42% off)
– Roku Ultra LT — $57 (19% off)
– Roku Ultra (2024) — $79 (21% off)
– Roku Streambar SE — $69 (31% off)
The Roku Express 4K+ at $24 is an excellent value; the Roku Streaming Stick 4K adds Dolby Vision for only a few dollars more. Roku Ultra now includes a backlit remote at a discount; the Ultra LT is cheaper by trimming a few features (like the USB port). The Streambar SE combines a compact soundbar with a built-in Roku player for small rooms.
Note: We skipped Roku’s cheapest models (Roku LE and Roku Express) because, as noted by columnist Jared Newman, they’re underpowered for the price—spending a few dollars more gets a much better experience.
Black Friday / Cyber Monday streaming-player basics
1. When is Black Friday?
– Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving (November 29, 2024). Deals typically appear before the date and run through the weekend into Cyber Monday.
2. What is Cyber Monday?
– Cyber Monday is the Monday after Black Friday (December 2, 2024). It began as an online-focused sale day but is now largely similar to Black Friday in practice.
3. Will there be streaming-player deals?
– Yes. Amazon and Roku usually lead with the best deals. Expect discounts on Google Chromecast models; Apple TV 4K and Nvidia Shield deals are rarer but sometimes appear.
4. Do you need Amazon Prime for deals?
– Most Black Friday/Cyber Monday deals on Amazon are open to all shoppers. Prime isn’t required to get the discounts but is needed for Prime shipping benefits. Amazon discloses when deals are Prime-only.
5. Will other retailers offer discounts?
– Yes. Best Buy, Target, Walmart, and other retailers typically run competing deals during Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Author: Ben Patterson, Senior Writer, TechHive
Ben has been writing about technology and consumer electronics for more than 20 years. A PCWorld contributor since 2014, Ben joined TechHive in 2019, covering smart speakers, soundbars, smart lights, and security cameras. His work has appeared in PC Magazine, TIME, Wired, CNET, Men’s Fitness, and Mobile Magazine. Ben holds a master’s degree in English literature.
