Chromecast and Roku require you to connect the players to the web using a code that appears on your screen, while Apple and Amazon can connect to the internet without requiring you to go to a website to register them first. That being said, all four of the major streaming video players are pretty easy to setup. When looking for a brand-new streaming video player it's important to find one that's easy to setup – especially if you're buying it for someone who might not know their way around technology like you do. Easiest setup: Apple TV / Amazon Fire TV Stick

If you want a budget-friendly streamer, the Amazon Fire TV Stick Lite is the cheapest streaming model from Amazon yet at just $29.99 / £29.99 / AU$59.99. First up, there’s the Amazon Fire TV Stick 2020, the latest version of the Amazon Fire TV Stick comes with HDR for better color and contrast, as well as enhanced performance.

UPDATE: If you’re on the lookout for new streaming options, then check out the two latest releases from the Amazon Fire TV range.