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There are literally hundreds of apps you can choose from on Roku, which means figuring out which ones are actually worth your time, your bandwidth, and your money can get pretty confusing. A lot of people think that downloading only Netflix will cover all their entertainment needs, but in recent years, the streaming world has changed quite a bit.
If you truly want to cut the cord and get the most out of your Roku device, you will need a selection of carefully chosen apps that do more than just give you on-demand movies. A great app lineup means getting quick access to current events and live sports, having a deep library of the best content, and giving you a reliable place to watch blockbuster movies.
Using a Roku is not like a FireTV Stick or other services, I know this by experience. Don't assume the speeds and reliability are universal. Instead, pick apps that work well on the platform and will give you the best experience. Luckily, I have used every service listed below, and I think these are the best ones you can download right now.
Paramount+
Paramount+ is a top choice if you love that mix of classic nostalgia and some serious live sports action. The service really makes the most of the huge Paramount vault. This platform is also the only place you can stream entire massive franchises. You get the whole Star Trek universe, “SpongeBob SquarePants”, “Paw Patrol”, “Landman”, and “Tulsa King”. This service even made it far in our ranking of ad-free streaming services.
The nostalgia factor is a massive selling point here. You get…