Amazon Renewed Roku Ultra 2024 Streaming Player Review
Our verdict
The Amazon Renewed Roku Ultra 2024 gives you the full-featured Roku Ultra spec, including Wi-Fi 6, Ethernet, Bluetooth, HDMI, and USB, at $79.99 with Amazon's renewed certification. If you are comfortable buying certified refurbished, this is a strong value for a top-tier 4K Roku player.
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Budget-conscious buyers who want premium Roku Ultra connectivity, including wired Ethernet and Wi-Fi 6, without paying full new price
Skip if
You want a brand-new unit or prefer not to purchase certified refurbished electronics
- Resolution 4K Uhd
- Connectivity Bluetooth, Ethernet, Hdmi, Usb, Wi-Fi
- Color Ultra (With Wi-Fi 6)
- Priced 33% above the category median ($59.99 across 52 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.5/5
4.5 average across 100 owner ratings
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Popularity0.7/5
100 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other LED, QLED and OLED TVs plus TV mounts, streaming media players, antennas, cables and satellite gear we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
["This is the Amazon Renewed version of the Roku Ultra 2024, a 4K UHD streaming player that sits at the top of Roku's current lineup. At $79.99 for a renewed unit, the price is lower than a new Roku Ultra while offering the same hardware spec set: Wi-Fi 6, Ethernet, Bluetooth, HDMI, and USB.", 'Amazon Renewed products go through a refurbishment and inspection process and carry a 90-day Amazon Renewed Guarantee. For a streaming player that is primarily electronics with no moving parts, refurbished units tend to perform the same as new once verified. The Roku Ultra 2024 platform itself includes the full Roku OS with voice remote support.', "With 100 ratings averaging 4.5 stars, the sample size is smaller than many established products, so the rating carries less statistical weight. Still, no red flags emerge from the data. Buyers who want the Roku Ultra's full connectivity at a lower price point will find this a straightforward option."]
Pros
- 4K UHD with Wi-Fi 6, Ethernet, Bluetooth, HDMI, and USB
- Lower price than a new Roku Ultra 2024
- Comes with Amazon Renewed certification and guarantee
- Roku OS is mature, stable, and broadly compatible
Cons
- Only 100 ratings, so the 4.5-star average has limited depth
- No unit-level HDR format detail in available specs
- Refurbished units may show cosmetic wear
Performance notes
4K UHD output. Full connectivity suite: Wi-Fi 6, Ethernet, Bluetooth, HDMI, and USB. Wi-Fi 6 improves wireless performance in congested home networks. Ethernet provides a wired alternative. No HDR tier or refresh rate detail in available spec data.
What buyers say
Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars from 100 reviews. The sample is too small to draw firm conclusions, but no pattern of complaints is visible. Buyers appear to find the refurbished unit performs as expected. The Amazon Renewed program adds a layer of accountability that makes refurbished streaming hardware a lower-risk purchase.
Specifications
| Resolution | 4K Uhd |
|---|---|
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, Ethernet, Hdmi, Usb, Wi-Fi |
| Color | Ultra (With Wi-Fi 6) |
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Frequently asked questions
What does Amazon Renewed mean for this player?
Amazon Renewed products have been inspected, tested, and certified to work like new. They come with a 90-day Amazon Renewed Guarantee, so if the product does not work as described, Amazon will replace it or refund your purchase. Cosmetic wear may be present but functionality is verified.
Does the Roku Ultra 2024 have a wired Ethernet port?
Yes. Both Ethernet and Wi-Fi 6 are available. You can use either depending on your setup. Ethernet is the more stable choice for 4K streaming, particularly if your router is near your TV stand.
Is a renewed Roku Ultra a safe buy compared to a new one?
Streaming players have no mechanical wear parts, so refurbishment risk is lower than for devices like laptops or phones. The main considerations are cosmetic condition and the shorter initial guarantee period versus a new unit's standard warranty. For buyers comfortable with that tradeoff, the price difference can be meaningful.