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Ultra, Ultimate Streaming Player vs Solo 4 Wireless On-Ear Bluetooth Headphones

Ravvy scores Ultra, Ultimate Streaming Player at 93.5 and Solo 4 Wireless On-Ear Bluetooth Headphones at 85.74. Ultra, Ultimate Streaming Player takes the overall pick, best for home theater enthusiasts and power users who prefer a physical ethernet connection.

Ravvy pick

Roku Ultra, Ultimate Streaming Player - 4K Streaming Device for TV
93.5

$91

The Roku Ultra is the best choice for users who want the most responsive interface possible and a rechargeable remote, even if it carries a premium price tag.

Beats Solo 4 - Wireless On-Ear Bluetooth Headphones, Up to 50-Hour Battery Life, Ultra-Lightweight Comfort, Powerful and Balanced Sound, Apple & Android Compatible - Slate Blue Slate Blue Standalone
85.7

$130

The Beats Solo 4 is the ultimate choice for listeners who want a simple, durable, and long lasting headphone, provided they do not require silence from their surroundings.

How they score

FactorUltra, Ultimate Streaming PlayerSolo 4 Wireless On-Ear Bluetooth Headphones
Value82–
Ease of use96.5–
Performance98–
Connectivity9590
Visual Quality92–
Comfort–75
Portability–94
Battery Life–98
Sound Quality–82.5

Ultra, Ultimate Streaming Player

What owners praise

  • Significantly faster interface and app loading
  • Backlit remote is perfect for dark home theaters
  • Rechargeable battery saves money on AAs
  • Reliable Ethernet port for lag-free 4K
  • Hands-free voice control works across the room

What to know first

  • Larger footprint than discrete HDMI sticks
  • Higher price point than most competitors
  • Interface design remains somewhat dated

Skip it if budget-conscious viewers with older non-4k televisions

Solo 4 Wireless On-Ear Bluetooth Headphones

What owners praise

  • Exceptional 50 hour battery life
  • Lightweight and highly portable folding design
  • Support for lossless audio via USB-C
  • Seamless one touch pairing for iOS and Android
  • Improved sound balance compared to predecessors

What to know first

  • No Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
  • Clamping force may be uncomfortable for some
  • Passive isolation is weak in loud environments

Skip it if frequent flyers or loud office workers who need active noise cancellation

Specs side by side

SpecUltra, Ultimate Streaming PlayerSolo 4 Wireless On-Ear Bluetooth Headphones
UPC829610006888–
ASINB0DF44RTTP‎B0CZPHPJLN
GTIN829610006888–
BrandRokuBeats
ColorUltra (with Wi-Fi 6)Slate Blue
Model NameRoku Ultra 2024–
Resolution4k–
Form FactorTV BoxOn-Ear
Item Weight18 g‎1.2 pounds
Video CodecH.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC, AV1, VP9, HDR10/10+, Dolby Vision–
ManufacturerRoku‎Apple
Model Number4850R–

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  • Built-in eero mesh wifi capability
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  • 3x Bass vs 2022 Echo Dot
  • Wifi 6E & eero Built-in
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Best for small to medium rooms needing a mix of smart control and background music.

  • Custom full-range driver
  • Integrated eero Mesh technology
  • Ambient temperature sensing
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