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Last reply Jan 17, 2019 · posted in DISH Network Support Forum

Netflix on Hopper 3 or Roku?

Just signed up for Netflix yesterday. I setup it up and watched two movies using the Hopper 3 app. Everything seemed to work just fine. For those that have used both the Hopper Netflix app and the Roku Netflix app, any differences between the two? Video/audio quality? Speed? etc. I would guess that the Roku app would get more support but wanted feedback for those that have tried both. I have both the Hopper 3 and Roku 3 feed into my AVR then into the TV.

Thanks!

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jerryez

Jan 16, 2019

My new LG 65 in 4k tv has a button for Netflix and a button for Amazon Prime, which are the two services that I subscribe to. With the internet hooked to the tv, I get Netflix in 4K on the 4k programs. Doesn't your smart 4k tvs have Netflix, which would provide a better picture than going thru the H3 or Roku?

ncted

Jan 16, 2019

jerryez said:
My new LG 65 in 4k tv has a button for Netflix and a button for Amazon Prime, which are the two services that I subscribe to. With the internet hooked to the tv, I get Netflix in 4K on the 4k programs. Doesn't your smart 4k tvs have Netflix, which would provide a better picture than going thru the H3 or Roku?

Perhaps SmartTV apps have gotten better since my 2015 Sony UHD set, but the one on mine is ancient and barely usable. That said, I will probably always prefer a discrete device for streaming. My SmartTVs aren't even connected to my home network. I wish they'd drop the "smart" stuff and just focus on making a great picture or cut the price instead.

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Cheddar_Head

Jan 16, 2019

ncted said:
Perhaps SmartTV apps have gotten better since my 2015 Sony UHD set, but the one on mine is ancient and barely usable. That said, I will probably always prefer a discrete device for streaming. My SmartTVs aren't even connected to my home network. I wish they'd drop the "smart" stuff and just focus on making a great picture or cut the price instead.

If your 2015 Sony is on of the AndroidTV models, yes the apps have gotten better. You can download the latest version from the AndroidTV store but of course that would require you to connect the TV to your home network. The AndroidTV ecosystem is one reason I like the Sony SmartTV implementation. But YMMV, and if another streamer works for you then go for it.

dweber

Jan 16, 2019

I have watched Netflix UHD movies on my Sony XBR-65X900E TV using the Android Netflix app on the TV, my Roku 4400X, and the Hopper3. They all appear the same with a resolution of 3840x2160p (4K). What I have found is that I often have to reset Netflix using the tools menu on the Hopper3 in order to get the 3840x2160p (4K) resolution. Without doing the reset the movie plays in 1080i resolution. All 3 methods seem to use HDR.
When I have some time I plan to move my Amazon 4K Fire Stick from my basement TV to my Sony 4K TV so I can compare it. Currently I use the 4K Fire Stick to watch Dish Anywhere when exercising downstairs.

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KAB

Jan 17, 2019

jerryez said:
My new LG 65 in 4k tv has a button for Netflix and a button for Amazon Prime, which are the two services that I subscribe to. With the internet hooked to the tv, I get Netflix in 4K on the 4k programs. Doesn't your smart 4k tvs have Netflix, which would provide a better picture than going thru the H3 or Roku?

The only instance where my LG OLED smart picture is better than Roku is on programs with Dolby Vision vs HDR10 on Roku. Otherwise, I don't think one is better than the other, PQ-wise.

ncted

Jan 17, 2019

Cheddar_Head said:
If your 2015 Sony is on of the AndroidTV models, yes the apps have gotten better. You can download the latest version from the AndroidTV store but of course that would require you to connect the TV to your home network. The AndroidTV ecosystem is one reason I like the Sony SmartTV implementation. But YMMV, and if another streamer works for you then go for it.

The Android models came out the following year.

Tommyy2

Jan 17, 2019

KAB said:
The only instance where my LG OLED smart picture is better than Roku is on programs with Dolby Vision vs HDR10 on Roku. Otherwise, I don't think one is better than the other, PQ-wise.

Dolby Vision looks better on my OLED too.

KAB

Jan 17, 2019

Tommyy2 said:
Dolby Vision looks better on my OLED too.

It's just the best format, so far. I hope Roku will eventually pay the price (to Dolby Inc) to include with at least the Ultra.

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Hopper 3 with Hopper plus internet connection problems

Over the past few weeks, I have had problems connecting to streaming services (Netflix, HBO et al). When I go to the TV's native Channels, I have no problem. The Dish internet troubleshooter shows I have a good internet connection. I'm wondering whether it's an issue with my internet provider or a problem with the Dish software on the Hopper Plus. Anyone else seeing this?

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mheisen said:
Over the past few weeks, I have had problems connecting to streaming services (Netflix, HBO et al). When I go to the TV's native Channels, I have no problem. The Dish internet troubleshooter shows I have a good internet connection. I'm wondering whether it's an issue with my internet provider or a problem with the Dish software on the Hopper Plus. Anyone else seeing this?

I have a DISH Hopper 3 (Software H713) with Hopper Plus (Software P15403). I have not tried streaming services but I primarily watch TVB Jadeworld international package which is only available by streaming and when I have an issue, I usually have to go to a non-streaming satellite channel first before the streaming channels will work again. What software versions do you have and what is the error message if any are showing on your screen? or is that Dish downloading logo just stuck and never finishes?

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Yesterday at 6:11 PM

Almighty1 said:
I have a DISH Hopper 3 (Software H713) with Hopper Plus (Software P15403). I have not tried streaming services but I primarily watch TVB Jadeworld international package which is only available by streaming and when I have an issue, I usually have to go to a non-streaming satellite channel first before the streaming channels will work again. What software versions do you have and what is the error message if any are showing on your screen? or is that Dish downloading logo just stuck and never finishes?

I'm on H713 on the Hopper and P15403 on the Hopper Plus. It shows internet connection issues and doesn't finish loading the various services. I see the "loading circle going around. Sometimes I get a message saying that the service is having trouble loading my content and to check the internet connection.

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Almighty1

Yesterday at 6:33 PM

mheisen said:
I'm on H713 on the Hopper and P15403 on the Hopper Plus. It shows internet connection issues and doesn't finish loading the various services. I see the "loading circle going around. Sometimes I get a message saying that the service is having trouble loading my content and to check the internet connection.

Did it ever work correctly before? Hard to say what the problem is. Usually for streaming, it will show the Dish logo with lines sweeping down to show downloading, never seen the circle issue. Did you try a manual reboot, red button reset, power cord unplug/replug to see if it makes a difference.

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Almighty1 said:
Did it ever work correctly before? Hard to say what the problem is. Usually for streaming, it will show the Dish logo with lines sweeping down to show downloading, never seen the circle issue. Did you try a manual reboot, red button reset, power cord unplug/replug to see if it makes a difference.

Might be worth just to ditch the hopper plus. No issues here on h713

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mheisen said:
Over the past few weeks, I have had problems connecting to streaming services (Netflix, HBO et al). When I go to the TV's native Channels, I have no problem. The Dish internet troubleshooter shows I have a good internet connection. I'm wondering whether it's an issue with my internet provider or a problem with the Dish software on the Hopper Plus. Anyone else seeing this?

Buy a roku and dump the hopper plus you'll be better off. If you have a smart tv you don't need either one. No hopper plus here and no issues!!!

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