While DIRECTV STREAM’s streaming device is quite impressive, we have a hard time recommending it over one of the more popular options from the likes of Amazon, Apple, or Roku. The DIRECTV STREAM streaming device features support for 4K content and Dolby Atmos 5.1 surround sound, so you can enjoy your favorite content as though you were in the cinema. Not only does the DIRECTV STREAM remote mimic a more traditional television remote, but it also offers voice control built-in to quickly launch your apps, such as Disney+, or tune to your favorite channels. One benefit of the streaming box is the included remote powered by Google. One way or another, this is a pretty big miss for DirecTV and is something that needs to be rectified.The first thing with DIRECTV STREAM’s streaming device that stands out is the price at $120, or $5/month over 24-months.Īt $120, the DIRECTV STREAM streaming device is one of the most expensive options available, barring the Apple TV. While it's been possible in the past to sideload beta versions (and the failed LeEco televisions had their own build of DirecTV Now, which no longer works), that's not recommended. Noticeably missing from this list, however, is Android TV. DirecTV Now is essentially everywhere it needs to be, so unless you're running super outdated hardware or an older OS, you should be good to go. iPad, iPhone, iPod touch running iOS 9 or higher.Smartphones and tablets that work with DirecTV Now Roku Streaming Stick+ models: 3810RW, 3810X.Chromecast (2nd gen and higher on Android & iOS, Chrome).Here's a breakdown of what works: TV Devices that work with DirecTV Now

Aside from some outlier web browsers, you can use DirecTV Now on pretty much any of the latest hardware.

If you're rolling with DirecTV Now, it's a fairly safe bet that it will work where you need to watch it.

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