Testseek.com have collected 144 expert reviews of the Google Chromecast G2 and the average rating is 83%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Google Chromecast G2.
October 2015
(83%)
144 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(88%)
979 Reviews
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The editors liked
It's quicker than the old version and the new app is great. The built-in HDMI cable is a nice touch. Really
Though
It just works really well
It's easy to use
And it's only $35
Same cheap price
Sleeker design that fits into packed HDMI ports
Dead-simple set-up
Easy to use
Works with iOS
Android and PC
The Google Chromecast is a dirt-cheap wireless video dongle that streams Netflix
YouTube
Spotify
Pandora
HBO Now and thousands of other apps and games to your TV using an Android or Apple phone or tablet
Or a PC
As the controller. Its small size hid
Shorter loading times than the old Chromecast
Performance improves each time you upgrade to a faster phone or tablet
Simple to set up and use
Inexpensive
Compatible with most popular video streaming services
Supports dual-band 802.11ac for faster and more reliable WiFi
Improved app makes search and discovery easier
The editors didn't like
Google still doesn't have a remote control for Chromecast
Which makes it the only streamer I can think of that doesn't have one. You have to use your phone
Tablet
Or computer
Which can be a pain in the arse
Especially if you have to enter a password
Erratic performance between TVs
Android mirroring is choppy for gaming
The lack of a dedicated remote means you always need a smartphone
Tablet or PC nearby to use it. Slightly more expensive boxes and sticks
With their physical remotes
Tactile buttons and onscreen displays
Are more convenient to use. The only way to wat
Not a good fit for people who don't keep their phones handy
No 4K resolution or 60-frames-per-second support
Support for Amazon Video seems unlikely for the foreseeable future
Still just 1080p
Needs a separate device to act as a remote control
Doesn't have native support for Amazon Instant Video
Inexpensive, improved design, streams content from Netflix, YouTube, Spotify, HBO Now and other popular apps from your mobile device, 5GHz Wi-Fi compatibility, updated Chromecast app with universal search
Still no interface or dedicated remote (if that bothers you), support for 1080p rather than 4K, requires an Android or iOS device for setup, and can only stream Amazon videos from a PC
The new Chromecast is an easy way to get content to your TV via your phone, tablet or PC without any hassle. Whether you want to playback from apps, mirror browser tabs (or local media playback within), or even play split-screen games - Chromecast 2...
Starting with the design of the New Chromecast we have a device which is a definite improvement over the older version. It does look nicer overall however from a functional point of view...
New design fits any port, Slightly faster load speeds, New app is a huge improvement, Cross-platform search at this price is impressive
Search could use a bit of work, Still can't control playback from main app, What's On could stand some more personalization
In the end, the new design features are a step up, but not enough to make us trade in our old Chromecast — especially considering all of our favorite new features work just fine on the old version. But for those who still haven't checked out a Chromecas...
My 2011 Sony TV works a treat, but its version of BBC iPlayer is no longer up to snuff and fares very poorly in comparison with the mobile app versions: it doesn't display new content as quickly, buffers far more often than the apps do, and the picture qu...
The Google Chromecast is a dirt-cheap wireless video dongle that streams Netflix, YouTube, Spotify, Pandora, HBO Now and thousands of other apps and games to your TV using an Android or Apple phone or tablet, or a PC, as the controller. Its small size hid
The lack of a dedicated remote means you always need a smartphone, tablet or PC nearby to use it. Slightly more expensive boxes and sticks, with their physical remotes, tactile buttons and onscreen displays, are more convenient to use. The only way to wat
The innovative Chromecast might be the ultimate living-room accessory for your phone or tablet, but more traditional streaming devices deliver a better streaming experience...
Faster operation, Cleaner, more refined picture, Intuitive, user-friendly app, More content, Same price,
Not completely catch-up TV compatible,
The new Chromecast is quite the upgrade. It's taken the winning recipe of neat, simple and efficient streaming and refined the technique in almost every way, from build to use to performance.So what's the damage for this new-and-improved discus? That's th...
The new Chromecast app is out already, and as far as we know, all of its new features work with the old Chromecast. That means that – aside from the new design and Wi-Fi – the two Chromecasts are basically the same. Which means existing owners shouldn't r...
Published: 2015-05-27, Author: Chris , review by: ergohacks.com
The beauty of the Chromecast is in its simplicity and low cost. It does not attempt to provide you with a front end or complicated abilities but leaves that to your device. This means that if you can use the controlling device you can use the Chromecast...
Good design, Smooth streaming experience, Easy to set up and use, Well designed app and UI
Mirroring smartphone display can get buggy for games and some apps
At Rs. 3,399, the Chromecast 2 is a good buy, as long as you're streaming a lot of content from your smartphone. The performance is better than its predecessor, and it can turn your dumb old TV into a smarter one. You may not want to go back to watching t...
Published: 2015-10-27, Author: Lewis , review by: in.ign.com
Cheap, Good streaming performance, Tons of supported apps, Works with Android and iOS
Browsing for content is a chore, Competition has more content, Some connection quirks still exist
The Chromecast 2 is one of the simplest and cheapest ways to turn your dumb TV into a smart one. Tons of apps support it, so finding content isn't a problem if you know what you want to watch or listen to. But browsing for content and controlling media fr...
