Insignia F20 Fire TV A Low-Cost Alternative to Roku TCL
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Entry level smart TVs like the Insignia F20 Fire TV and Roku TCL 3 Series line are both great lower cost alternatives to more expensive brands. While Sony, LG, and Samsung make some very nice televisions. And unless they use Android TV like some Sony models do, their propriety Smart TV software is no match for Roku or Android.
There are many applications where a costly high-end model is not needed like for a spare bedroom, RV camper, and remote cabins. A budget model television with a built in media player is a great fit for these applications.
About the Insignia F20 Fire TV
Instead of using Roku for the Smart part, the Insignia F20 Fire TV uses Amazon's Android based operating system for media streaming duties. Which means you can use a web browser, side load apks like KODI, and others which are not available on Roku. So if you like being able to choose what you want to do with your devices, instead of being made to play in a tightly restricted walled garden, you will be happier with an Insignia F20 Fire TV.
Their 32" Model features 720p resolution: View your favorite movies, shows and games in high definition.
Alexa voice control: The Alexa Voice Remote lets you easily control your entertainment, search across apps, switch inputs, and more using just your voice. Press and hold the voice button and ask Alexa to easily find, launch, and control content, and even switch to cable.
Fire TV experience built-in - Watch over 1 Million streaming movies and TV episodes with access to tens of thousands of channels, apps, and Alexa skills.
Versatile connections: Connect your home theater components such as a Blu-ray player, game console, speakers, cable/antenna and more. TV connections include three HDMI ports, composite (AV) jacks, a digital optical jack, a headphone jack and a coaxial jack.
LED Back-lit LCD screen: With reliable and long-lasting LED lighting, this LCD screen delivers a wide range of colors and contrast for a memorable viewing experience.
About the Roku TCL 3-Series
The Insigna 32" model with a Stand measures (W x H x D): 28.8" x 18.9" x 7.1" ; Without Stand (W x H x D): 28.8" x 17.2" x 2.9" ; Weight with Stand: 8.2 lbs ; Weight without Stand: 8.0 lbs
Smart functionality delivers all your favorite content with over 500,000 movies and TV episodes, accessible through the simple and intuitive Roku TV
HD, Resolution: High definition (720p) resolution for excellent detail, color and contrast.
Wireless Connection: 802.11ac 1x1 Dual Band
Dual band Wi-Fi: Get fast and easy access to your favorite content to the dual band Wi-Fi connection Inputs: 3 HDMI 2.0 with HDCP 2.2 (one with HDMI ARC), 1 USB (media player), RF, Composite, Headphone Jack, Optical Audio Out
Easy Voice Control: Works with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant to help you find movie titles, launch or change channels, even switch inputs, using just your voice. Also available through the Roku mobile app.
TCL now makes both Android and Roku versions of their televisions. And they also offer several size models in their 3-Series budget line.
Here's How Insignia and TCL TVs Compare in Price
Insignia F20 Fire TV
24-inch 1080p (Insignia NS-24F202NA22) - $189.99
32-inch 720p (Insignia NS-32F201NA22) - $179.99
32-inch 1080p (Insignia NS-32F202NA22) - $199.99
42-inch 1080p (Insignia NS-42F202NA22) - $269.99
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TCL 3-Series Roku TV
32-inch 720p (TCL 32S335) - $199.99
32-inch 1080p (TCL 32S327) - $219.99
40-inch 1080p (TCL 40S325) - $289.99
43-inch 1080p (TCL 43S325) - $349.99
With models from TCL for both Fire TV and Roku, and Insignia Fire TVs, there are many great choices no matter which platform you prefer. Both the Roku TCL and Insignia Fire TV offer great features, but if you want an even better Android experience, a separate Android Media streamer like the Nvidia SHIELD Pro, delivers. The hardware built into these lower cost Android TVs can in no way compete with the more powerful Nvidia SHIELD.
For occasional use, either a TCL or Insignia will give you everything you need.
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