The Apple TV 4K packs in almost everything the last model was missing, and its push towards making 4K releases cheaper is noble. But there aren't many third-party apps supporting the new format at launch, and Apple also made some curious decisions that might make some serious home theater...

4K/HDR content looks great; Aggressive pricing for 4K/HDR films; Wide variety of apps

Needs more third-party 4K/HDR support; Video processing goes overboard; No Dolby Atmos

If you can swing the price and want the best streamer available today, get the Apple TV 4K.

The Apple TV 4K delivers the best streaming video available to compatible 4K, HDR and Dolby Vision TVs; It offers the most polished streaming experience today, the best remote on the market and excellent Siri voice options; It's just $30, £30 or AU$40 more than the non-4K box.

The Apple TV 4K is expensive; It doesn't stream YouTube in 4K or HDR; Cheaper streaming devices from Roku and others offer similar image quality and capabilities.

Apple's 4K HDR streamer combines peak picture with a high-end feel nothing else can match, but it costs too much for most people.

The Apple TV 4K delivers the best streaming video available to compatible 4K, HDR and Dolby Vision TVs; 4K HDR titles on iTunes cost less than competitors; It offers the most polished streaming experience today, the best remote on the market and excellent Siri voice options.

The Apple TV 4K is expensive; Cheaper streaming devices from Roku and others offer similar image quality and capabilities, and more 4K apps (including YouTube); Upconversion of non-4K/HDR video is confusing and doesn't improve image quality

It's been a long time coming, but Apple has finally made the move to 4K HDR video streaming. The wait for Apple TV 4K was worth it, especially for those living exclusively in the iOS ecosystem.

4K and HDR support for both HDR10 and Dolby Vision; Strong Wi-Fi performance; Siri with voice remote

Expensive; Apple's streaming apps selection is still relatively small; Some apps not yet updated for 4K streaming

PROS - Powerful and Fast - HDR and Dolby Vision Support - Free 4K HDR Upgrades to Existing Movies in Your Library - Easy to use - More affordable 4K HDR Rentals and Purchases - Tons of Apps - Powerful Wi-Fi Connection CONS - More Expensive Than Other Devices - No Dolby Atmos or DTS:X Support Yet -...

In terms of its design the new Apple TV 4K looks identical to the previous generation and it remains a superb example of elegant minimalism.

Powerful processor; Dolby Vision support; Excellent and responsive interface; Extensive selection of apps; Cheaper movies on iTunes; Existing iTunes...

Single format output; No auto refresh rate selection; Remote can be annoying; Still very US-centric; Expensive

Apple TV 4K may be entering the market late but it brings with it a host of features and will upgrade your HD content to 4K for free

Good support for 4K HDR content; Siri voice search is brilliant; No need to re-purchase existing iTunes HD content in 4K

Quite pricey; Streaming service support is patchy

So, is it worth paying out the extra for the Apple TV 4K over the fourth-gen device? Essentially, yes, as long as you have/are planning to buy a 4K HDR TV and can benefit from the free upgrade of your iTunes movie collection.

I practically agree with all the What Hi-Fi review other than for me it remains a 4* product until Apple up their game and add bitstream / Dolby Atmos. I love it's quick, I love the 4k, I love what they've done with the HDR picture. I love the amount of 4k HDR movies BUT!

Apple TV 4K is the most expensive streaming box but there are more than enough reasons to justify the price.

4K movies look fantastic on a supported television; Setup is easier than ever; iTunes movies are upgraded to 4K versions for free; Can serve as a...

No support for Dolby Atmos sound; More expensive than other 4K streaming devices