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34 reviews
Apr, 2025
alaTest has collected and analyzed 34 reviews of Google Chromecast with Google TV (4th Gen, 2020). The average rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the design and remote control. The price and software are also appreciated. There are some mixed opinions about the reliability. Some have doubts about the size.
usability, software, price, remote control, design
size
We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Google Chromecast with Google TV (4th Gen, 2020) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 96/100 = Excellent quality.
Expert review by : Nick Pino (techradar.com)
Chromecast with Google TV is an incredible value 4K HDR streaming device
4K HDR with Dolby Vision ; Google Assistant built in ; Comes with a remote ; Good selection of apps
Slow to load at startup ; Can’t be powered by all TVs ; Google TV UI is uninspired ; No Google Stadia support
Expert review by : Simon Lucas (t3.com)
The Chromecast with Google TV delivers great HDR picture quality and plenty of apps making it the best Chromecast yet
Expert review by : Adam Speight (recombu.com)
With the new Chromecast with Google TV, Google has finally caught up to its rivals by adding an interface and remote to its streaming stick offering. The new stick has simplicity at its forefront and is one of the best you can get.
– Packed with support for latest standards, ideal simple remote and easy-to-use UI
– Missing some apps and could be faster
Chromecast with Google TV offers much of what you would have hoped for while you’ve been longing for a fully-fledged Google streaming stick – from support for a range of standards to a pleasant user experience. There are some strange hiccups that...
Expert review by : Libby Plummer (stuff.tv)
Google's mini streamer finally gets a remote
Remote control (finally!) ; Slick design ; 4K HDR ; Dolby Atmos support
Somewhat pricey for a mini streamer ; No Apple TV+ or Now TV apps ; No Google Stadia support ; Recommendations aren’t great
The best Chromecast so far but it’s missing a few major apps
TechAdvisor Recommended
Expert review by : Chris Martin (techadvisor.co.uk)
There are some niggles, but the Chromecast with Google TV is an excellent media streamer thanks to its remote, interface and Google Assistant
Expert review by : Rasmus Larsen (flatpanelshd.com)
Chromecast finally has a full TV user interface & remote control. Is that enough?
Good evolution of Chromecast ; Full user interface & remote ; 4K Dolby Vision & Atmos support ; Inexpensive device ; App library ; Energy-efficient
Weak hardware, performance ; No frame rate matching ; Lacks Google Stadia, gaming apps ; Ads disguised as 'recommendations'
Expert review by : Holly Pyne (RadioTimes.com)
A much needed upgrade on the Google Chromecast Ultra.
Plugs into HDMI port and remains hidden behind TV ; Good choice of streaming services and apps ; Supports Dolby Atmos and Vision ; Batteries and power cable/adaptor included
No pause/play button on remote
The
Expert review by : Caleb Denison (digitaltrends.com)
Google's history with making a streaming device with a remote and on-screen interface has been rocky at best. Did they get it right this time?
Affordable ; Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos support ; Slick UI ; Responsive ; Integrated Google Assistant
Dolby Vision always on by default ; Recommendation algorithm still learning
Expert review by : Will Greenwald (pcmag.com)
Attractive, accessible new Google TV interface ; 4K with HDR10 and Dolby Vision ; Useful Google Assistant and Cast features ; Affordable
Live TV tab only supports YouTube TV
The Chromecast With Google TV finally adds a remote and on-screen interface with a new and simple menu system to the popular media streamer.
Expert review by : Eli Blumenthal (cnet.com.au)
With a real menu system and remote control, Google's $50 streamer can go toe-to-toe with the two kings of streaming.
Useful remote ; Large app selection, including HBO Max, Apple TV Plus and Peacock ; Makes excellent use of the Google Assistant ; Ties in well with YouTube TV, Google Photos
Can lag when switching apps or using voice ; Assistant doesn't always give the best option to play back content