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product_id: 156982857
title: "Roku Express | HD Roku Streaming Device with Simple Remote (no TV controls), Free & Live TV"
brand: "roku"
price: "R1050"
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reviews_count: 3
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# Quick plug-and-play setup Dual-band Wi-Fi for smooth streaming HD streaming clarity Roku Express | HD Roku Streaming Device with Simple Remote (no TV controls), Free & Live TV

**Brand:** roku
**Price:** R1050
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔥 Elevate your binge game with Roku Express — streaming made effortlessly epic!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Roku Express | HD Roku Streaming Device with Simple Remote (no TV controls), Free & Live TV by roku
- **How much does it cost?** R1050 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/156982857-roku-express-hd-roku-streaming-device-with-simple-remote-no)

## Best For

- roku enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted roku brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Plug, Play & Go:** Includes High Speed HDMI cable for effortless setup in minutes—no tech headaches
- • **Compact Powerhouse:** Sleek, lightweight design packs serious streaming punch without clutter
- • **Stream Limitlessly:** Access 275+ free live channels plus premium apps like Netflix, HBO Max & Disney+
- • **Smart Remote Simplicity:** Intuitive remote with shortcut buttons plus free mobile app for voice control & private listening
- • **Always Fresh & Connected:** Automatic updates and seamless integration with Alexa, Google Assistant & Apple AirPlay

## Overview

Roku Express is a compact HD streaming device that delivers easy, reliable access to over 275 free live TV channels and premium apps like Netflix and Disney+. Featuring dual-band Wi-Fi, a simple remote with shortcut buttons, and a free mobile app for voice control and private listening, it offers a seamless plug-and-play experience. Compatible with Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple AirPlay, Roku Express keeps your entertainment fresh with automatic updates—all at an unbeatable price point.

## Description

Roku Express delivers a smooth HD streaming experience on your TV at our best price. It’s easy to get started—just plug it into your TV with the included High Speed HDMI Cable and connect to the internet. With a short step by step setup and an easy on screen experience, Roku Express is perfect for new users, but powerful enough for seasoned pros. Start streaming a massive selection of free, live, and premium TV, including Roku® Originals only on The Roku Channel. The customizable home screen puts your favorite channels like Disney+, Prime Video, HBO Max, Apple TV+, Netflix, Sling, Freebee and Hulu front and center, so you can spend your time streaming—not scrolling. Use the free Roku mobile app as a convenient second remote and enjoy voice search, private listening with wireless headphones, and more. This Roku Express also works with popular voice assistants. Ask your Alexa or Google Assistant-enabled device to launch channels, search for entertainment, control your streaming, and more. You can also control your TV using the Apple Home app or Siri on your Apple devices plus share videos, photos, and music from your Apple device using AirPlay.

Review: Bare-Boned Unit Works Great! - I bought this Roku to expand into a fourth room, and I was happy to see that it was offered at a fraction of the cost of my other Roku models. Of course, this bare-boned unit asks for you to sacrifice some of the options on the more expensive units, such as a TV on/off button, volume control, and an earphone plug-in on the remote. All of these minor issues are easily solved by using both the Roku and the TV remotes or by employing the free Roku mobile app for iOS or Android. A major issue for some consumers might be the 2.4 GHz wireless connection. After several days of use, we have seen no issues. Streaming has been perfect, no lagging or interruptions, and load time seems no longer than any of the other Roku units we own. Installation was easy and there should be no hiccups for the majority of users. This was the first time that Roku asked me to sign up with a Google account, so it took the extra few minutes for me to set that up, but otherwise it was no harder than usual. If you are looking for a solid unit and a great price, you can't do better than this unit. Five stars.
Review: Forget about Fire, get Roku. - Man, forget the Fire stick, forget smart TVs, forget Sony Blu-Ray players, get a Roku. What's important to me: *Has apps I use (mostly YouTube, desertcart Prime, and Netflix) *Has a simple and easy-to-use interface *Is reliable The Roku is all of these things. It came, I opened it up, inserted batteries, plugged it into USB power and HDMI on my TV, connected to Wi-Fi, signed into my accounts on the various apps, and I'm done. Zero frustration. I bought my mom a Fire stick a couple of years ago. Now it's bricked because for some reason it will not connect to their Wi-Fi and get stuck in a loop. Even when it was working, many of its functions were overly complicated and confusing. Good luck figuring out how to rebind the remote if you ever have to factory reset the thing. Each variation of the remote has its own non-intuitive 5- or 6-step process. Ridiculous. So, I bought myself this Roku and I'm giving my mom my old one. My old LG Smart TV doesn't have the apps I want. My mom's Sony Blu-ray player no longer supports Netflix, YouTube, or desertcart Prime Video, Even though it has a dedicated Netflix button on the remote. The Roku is plug-and-play, it's simple, no nonsense, and serves its purpose perfectly for me and for my mom. Don't even fool around with anything else.

## Features

- Watch what you love: Start streaming with a massive selection of free, live, and premium TV, including Roku Originals and 275 plus live TV channels for free on The Roku Channel
- Quick and easy setup: It’s easy to get started with everything you need included in the box, including a High Speed HDMI Cable—just plug it into your TV and connect to the internet
- Tons of power, tons of fun: Compact and power-packed, you'll stream your favorites with ease, including movies and series on HBO Max, Netflix, Disney plus, and Prime Video
- Simple remote: Incredibly easy to use, this remote features shortcut buttons to popular streaming channels
- The free Roku mobile app: Control your Roku device with a convenient second remote, search with your voice, enjoy private listening with wireless headphones, and more on your iOS or Android device
- Always up to date: Get the latest features, newest channels, and more with automatic software updates
- Works with popular voice assistants: Enjoy easy voice control with Siri, Alexa, or Hey Google
- Share it with Apple AirPlay: Effortlessly share videos, photos, music, and more from your Apple devices to your TV . 802.11b/g/n dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz)

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07WVFCVJN |
| Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. |
| Best Sellers Rank | #15,767 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #107 in Streaming Media Players |
| Brand Name | Roku |
| Color Name | black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (179,391) |
| Date First Available | November 20, 2019 |
| Item Weight | 1.1 ounces |
| Item model number | 829610003252 |
| Product Dimensions | 1.5 x 0.8 x 2.8 inches |
| Special Features | Dual-band Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n) |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Roku
- **Color:** black
- **Connectivity Technology:** Wi-Fi
- **Connector Type:** HDMI
- **Controller Type:** Remote control, Mobile app
- **Form Factor:** TV Stick
- **Model Name:** Roku Express
- **Resolution:** 1080p
- **Special Feature:** Dual-band Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n)
- **Supported Internet Services:** Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, Amazon Prime Video

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I have a lg tv but for some reason the hdmi ports don't work, can i make it work with the av port?**
A: I had trouble with my hdmi ports not working and I read somewhere that if you unplug everything plugged to the tv including the power cord and wait 30 minutes and then plug everything back in it fixed the problem.  It worked for my tv.

**Q: Do I have to pay an activation fee, if I already have a Roku account?**
A: NO!!! I have been with Roku for 10-15 years & I've NEVER been charged an activation fee. I set up my  new Express this past Friday 07/31/2020. When the screen came up, it gave me an activation code. All I had to do was go to the Roku website & log-in. Then I clicked on "Activate" in the upper right of the screen. A box came up asking for my activation code. I entered the code & in less than 30 seconds I saw the "Welcome to Roku" come across my TV screen.  Any chance that you owed Roku for past charges???
During the log-in process, I did notice that they had a disclaimer that "Roku never charges to activate their boxes". I hope you have it cleared up by now!!! Since several people have asked this question, .I'm wondering IF some sellers aren't trying to scam buyers. I never call the 800 number that comes with any product. I go to their website to get the advertised toll free number. I set up my account completely online. The only thing I needed was my Roku username & password as well as my username & password for every premium channel that I belonged to like Netflix, Hulu, Amazon, etc

**Q: Do you need a smart tv to use it?**
A: We use our Roku Express (purchased in 2018) on a very old tv with no HDMI port with an RCA to HDMI converter that supports PAL/NTSC that we purchased on Amazon for about $12.  We plugged in our RCA cable into one side converter and then to the TV, (It is the 3 pronged red, yellow, and white ended cable we used to use to connect our VCRs to the TV back in the 1990s that we never threw away-ha ha!). Amazon carries RCA cables for less than $6.

**Q: Can i use this with a samsung smart tv?**
A: I use it with my 2019 50" Samsung so-called 'Smart' TV and the reason I bought it was because my Samsung TV has very limited memory so I couldn't download the apps I wanted to use. My TV has some good apps pre-installed like Netflix, YouTube etc. but they take up the majority of the memory, you can't delete them and you're left with very little memory to download any more apps. The Roku solved that issue.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Bare-Boned Unit Works Great!
*by A***R on October 19, 2019*

I bought this Roku to expand into a fourth room, and I was happy to see that it was offered at a fraction of the cost of my other Roku models. Of course, this bare-boned unit asks for you to sacrifice some of the options on the more expensive units, such as a TV on/off button, volume control, and an earphone plug-in on the remote. All of these minor issues are easily solved by using both the Roku and the TV remotes or by employing the free Roku mobile app for iOS or Android. A major issue for some consumers might be the 2.4 GHz wireless connection. After several days of use, we have seen no issues. Streaming has been perfect, no lagging or interruptions, and load time seems no longer than any of the other Roku units we own. Installation was easy and there should be no hiccups for the majority of users. This was the first time that Roku asked me to sign up with a Google account, so it took the extra few minutes for me to set that up, but otherwise it was no harder than usual. If you are looking for a solid unit and a great price, you can't do better than this unit. Five stars.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Forget about Fire, get Roku.
*by K***1 on May 25, 2021*

Man, forget the Fire stick, forget smart TVs, forget Sony Blu-Ray players, get a Roku. What's important to me: *Has apps I use (mostly YouTube, Amazon Prime, and Netflix) *Has a simple and easy-to-use interface *Is reliable The Roku is all of these things. It came, I opened it up, inserted batteries, plugged it into USB power and HDMI on my TV, connected to Wi-Fi, signed into my accounts on the various apps, and I'm done. Zero frustration. I bought my mom a Fire stick a couple of years ago. Now it's bricked because for some reason it will not connect to their Wi-Fi and get stuck in a loop. Even when it was working, many of its functions were overly complicated and confusing. Good luck figuring out how to rebind the remote if you ever have to factory reset the thing. Each variation of the remote has its own non-intuitive 5- or 6-step process. Ridiculous. So, I bought myself this Roku and I'm giving my mom my old one. My old LG Smart TV doesn't have the apps I want. My mom's Sony Blu-ray player no longer supports Netflix, YouTube, or Amazon Prime Video, Even though it has a dedicated Netflix button on the remote. The Roku is plug-and-play, it's simple, no nonsense, and serves its purpose perfectly for me and for my mom. Don't even fool around with anything else.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best thing I ever bought tbh
*by S***Y on July 12, 2021*

I've used this pretty much every single day since I bought it! It's a great little device that can turn any TV into a smart TV, essentially. Setup was straight-forward and there weren't any activation fees. I also like that you can download the Roku app on your phone and use it as a remote too! Also, if your TV has a USB port, you can use it to power the device instead of trying to find a plug that's within reach of the rather short cord it comes with. I wish this model had volume controls included on the remote. I know some later models have this feature, but this was the cheapest option I could afford and it gets a little tedious having to use a separate remote just to change volume. It also doesn't come with a power button like the later models do, but you can turn your TV off on the homescreen, so this doesn't bother me as much. I also wish it had some other way of being mounted than the sticky strip it comes with, or at the very least have it include an extra sticky strip. I move my Roku around the house and the sticky strip doesn't work anymore. However, it adhered very well when I first applied it, which is why I wouldn't mind having extras or even having an option to buy replacement strips from Roku since theirs are pretty good quality! Or even if they could use velcro or something similar that doesn't wear out drastically over time. If you're looking for a cost-effective way to upgrade your TV, I highly recommend getting this device! Over a year later and it's still functioning just as well as the first day I bought it. Definitely worth the money and then some!

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*Last updated: 2026-02-09*