Roku Ultra (2024) Review: Would Owners Buy It Again?
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The Roku to get if you want speed and the best remote
The 2024 Roku Ultra is faster than older Roku players, supports Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and Dolby Atmos, has Wi-Fi 6 plus Ethernet, and ships with the backlit, rechargeable Voice Remote Pro. TechRadar called it pricey but worth it, and Tom's Guide praised its fast navigation and customizable interface. The downsides: Roku's own ads on the home screen and screensaver, only modest changes from the previous Ultra, and some owners reporting 4K or HDR handshake hiccups. For anyone who likes Roku's simple interface, most owners would buy it again.
Check current price on Amazon → Prices and availability change often, so we don't list them here.Buy it again if you…
- want Roku's simple interface with the fastest hardware
- want a wired Ethernet option and Wi-Fi 6
- lose remotes often and want a backlit, findable remote
Skip it if you…
- are bothered by ads on the home screen
- already own the previous Roku Ultra
- want Matter smart home support or Google TV-style recommendations
The Roku Ultra (2024) is Roku's top streaming box. It streams in 4K with Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10 and HLG, supports Dolby Atmos, and connects over Wi-Fi 6 or Ethernet. It comes with the second-generation Voice Remote Pro, which is backlit, rechargeable over USB-C and has a find-my-remote feature.
We combined expert reviews with owner sentiment summaries. Expert coverage is solid; long-term ownership data is limited.
What owners say, at a glance
Bars show our editorial summary of how consistently owners praise or complain about each area across all sources — not a lab measurement.
The key specs
| Video | 4K, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG (no 120Hz) |
|---|---|
| Audio | Dolby Atmos |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6, Ethernet (up to 100 Mbps), Bluetooth, USB-A |
| Remote | Voice Remote Pro (2nd gen): backlit, USB-C rechargeable, hands-free voice, lost-remote finder |
| Works with | AirPlay, HomeKit, Alexa, Google Assistant |
What owners love
What owners complain about
How it holds up over time
The 2024 Ultra is still fairly new, and we found no long-term durability data. It has no moving parts and runs on Roku's regularly updated software. Most complaints we found are about software and settings rather than hardware failures.
Tips from owners
- Use the Ethernet port if your Wi-Fi is weak, though it tops out at 100 Mbps.
- Set up the two custom remote buttons for your most-used apps or commands.
- If HDR looks wrong, check the display type setting and your TV's HDMI input mode.
- Charge the remote regularly so it does not die mid-show.
Pros and cons
What owners love
- Fastest Roku player in testing
- Backlit, rechargeable remote with finder
- Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and Dolby Atmos
- Wi-Fi 6 plus Ethernet and USB
- Simple, customizable interface
What owners complain about
- Ads on the home screen and screensaver
- Small upgrade over the previous Ultra
- Ethernet limited to 100 Mbps
- Fixed app buttons on the remote
- Some HDR handshake complaints
Other options owners compare
These are the 4K streamers most often compared with the Roku Ultra.
| Model | Style | Consider it if… | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roku Ultra (2024) (this review) | Premium box | You want Roku's fastest player and best remote | See on Amazon |
| Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max Read our review | HDMI stick | You use Alexa and want a cheaper stick | See on Amazon |
| Google TV Streamer 4K Read our review | Premium box | You prefer Google TV and want a Matter/Thread hub | See on Amazon |
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Roku Ultra (2024) support Dolby Vision?
Yes, along with HDR10+, HDR10, HLG and Dolby Atmos.
Does it have ads?
Yes. Roku shows its own content ads on the home screen and screensaver.
Is the remote rechargeable?
Yes. The Voice Remote Pro charges over USB-C and has backlit buttons and a find-my-remote feature.
Should I upgrade from the previous Ultra?
Reviewers found it faster but otherwise similar, so most owners of the last model can skip it.
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Sources we analyzed
- Tom's Guide: Roku Ultra (2024) review — specs, speed, ads, remote
- TechRadar: Roku Ultra 2024 review — load times, HDR formats, remote, ads
- ShopSavvy: Roku Ultra 2024 review summary — owner praise and complaint themes
Figures reflect each source as of October 13, 2026 and may change. We summarize owner feedback in our own words and do not reproduce retailer reviews.