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Onn (Walmart)

Onn 4K Pro Streaming Device (Google TV): the downsides first

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$$BoxScore 3.6/5
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Wirecutter's budget pick and a PCMag Editors' Choice: the same Google TV software as Google's box, plus Wi-Fi 6, Ethernet and hands-free voice, for far less. It stutters a little more, feels cheaper, and is sold only at Walmart. Walmart now sells a 2026 refresh; the expert reviews cover the earlier model.

Top complaints

  • Slower and stutters

    Wirecutter found it slower to load the home screen and apps than the Google TV Streamer, more hiccup-prone after several apps, and quick to close background apps. PCMag says menus occasionally stutter.

    Source: Wirecutter (NYT), PCMag review
  • Cheap-feeling hardware

    Wirecutter calls the plastic box, mesh cover, barrel AC plug and remote low-quality, says it might not survive a few knocks, and finds the big 'Free TV' remote button tacky.

    Source: Wirecutter (NYT)
  • Walmart only; audio dropouts for some

    Wirecutter notes it's sold only at Walmart and may be out of stock. Walmart's AI review summary for the 2026 model says sound can cut out, pop or go quiet.

    Source: Wirecutter (NYT), Walmart product page (Reviews summary)

What owners love

  • Full Google TV for less

    PCMag calls it what the Google TV Streamer should have been: Dolby Vision, Atmos, Google Cast and all major apps including Twitch. Wirecutter found it snappier than the Roku Ultra.

    Source: PCMag review, Wirecutter (NYT)
  • Hands-free voice with a mic switch

    Far-field microphones in the box let you say 'Hey Google' without the remote, and a physical switch turns them off (Wirecutter, PCMag).

    Source: Wirecutter (NYT), PCMag review
  • Lots of ports and extras

    Wi-Fi 6, Ethernet, a USB-A port, a remote finder and an HDMI cable in the box (Wirecutter). Walmart shoppers praise easy setup and value.

    Source: Wirecutter (NYT), Walmart product page (Reviews summary)
Good for
  • Google TV on a budget
  • Hands-free 'Hey Google' voice control
  • Wi-Fi 6 plus an Ethernet port

Scores (tap for why)

  • Speed & interface3.5
    Why 3.5?Slower and more hiccup-prone than the Google TV Streamer but snappier than the Roku Ultra (Wirecutter); occasional stutter (PCMag).
    Source: Wirecutter (NYT), PCMag review
  • Apps & formats4.0
    Why 4.0?Dolby Vision, Atmos, Google Cast and all major apps (PCMag); no AirPlay on Google TV streamers (PCMag roundup).
    Source: PCMag review, PCMag best media streamers
  • Ads & privacy3.5
    Why 3.5?Same Google TV home screen as the top pick (Wirecutter). The always-ready microphones can be switched off on the box (Wirecutter); the remote has a large 'Free TV' button.
    Source: Wirecutter (NYT)
  • Remote3.5
    Why 3.5?Works well enough and has a customizable shortcut and a finder chime, but feels cheap (Wirecutter, PCMag).
    Source: Wirecutter (NYT), PCMag review
  • Wi-Fi & reliability3.5
    Why 3.5?Wi-Fi 6 plus (non-gigabit) Ethernet, but Wirecutter doubts it would survive knocks. Walmart shows 6% 1-2 star ratings for the 2026 model.
    Source: Wirecutter (NYT), Walmart product page

What experts say

  • Wirecutter (NYT): Budget pick (updated 2026-03-05): same Google TV interface, hands-free voice and Wi-Fi 6, but slower, cheaper-feeling and Walmart-only.
  • PCMag: 4.5/5, Editors' Choice and best Google TV streamer in its roundup (updated 2026-04-30). Its only listed con is occasional stutter.
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