
This comes courtesy of the A12 Bionic chop, which also makes it great for gaming. (Image credit: Amazon) Apple TV vs Firestick: Performance and streaming experienceĪpple TV has a lot of tech under the hood to ensure a smooth streaming experience, and you can expect fast load times, smooth navigation through menus, and seamless voice search for your favorite movies and TV shows. Verdict: Apple TV is very much the choice for those who want their tech to be sleek and attractive, while Fire TV streaming sticks are mostly designed to be kept out of sight.The dongle design also makes the Firestick much easier to transport and means you can take it on vacation or just switch it between rooms of the house more easily. The Firestick remote has Alexa in place of Siri, allowing you to use your voice for things like searching for content or even controlling the rest of your home while you're on the sofa.

a box (Amazon offers both) does have its advantages for those who have a mounted TV or can't abide by any extraneous wires hanging around. However, the small size of a streaming dongle vs. The Firestick is less fancy in the traditional sense. The Siri-enabled remote is similarly sleek and minimalistic, with a touchpad on top that makes it easy and pleasant to browse.

It's also compact and easy to either have on display or hide in a TV unit or behind the TV.

(Image credit: Apple TV 4K ) Apple TV vs Firestick: DesignĪpple TV, like pretty much everything else from the brand, has a sleek, compact design that is minimal while remaining glossy and aesthetically pleasing.
