Editors Liked
- Lets you record and watch OTA channels anywhere
- Smooth video playback across all channels
- Low price for built-in storage with no subscription fees
- Easy to set up
Editors Didn't Like
- Mobile app isn't nearly as good as Fire TV experience
- Fire TV required to watch on televisions
- No way to watch from a computer
If you’re a Roku or Apple TV owner, however, it may not be worth abandoning your current platform just for the Recast, unless you’re really in need of cheaper access to live TV, or on-the-go access to live TV and recordings. For those who fit that description, it’s easy to recommend the Fire TV Recast over rivals for its well-designed software, easy of setup, mobile streaming, and the ability to hide the ugly antenna in another room.
As reviewed by TechCrunch