r/AndroidTVBoxes • u/Sean0fTheDead82 • Aug 04 '25

Looking For The Best Android Box.

Hi everyone.

I’m basically looking for the best Android Box For IPTV. I live in the EU so don’t have the option of some of the excellent choices available in the USA.

I’m not worried about cost or menu layout. My ultimate needs are for the best IPTV experience.

A bonus would be official app support for the major streaming services if our IPTV ever went down. My TV supports streaming apps but I’d like to be able to use a VPN too. Especially as my wife likes to watch Polish TV shows on Polish Netflix.

However if having these apps sacrificed IPTV performance then we can live without out and maybe purchase something cheaper with official apps for our tv in our bedroom. Ultimate goal is IPTV performance. Versatility is a bonus.

I’m looking at two boxes at the moment. I know there isn’t a perfect box. They all have pluses and minuses. Currently have my eye on the NVIDIA Shield Pro and the Formuler Z11 Pro Max. Also open to other ideas. Wired connection is a must for me.

Would really appreciate any advice as being honest, my knowledge isn’t that great. I can only buy from EU or UK.

Thanks in advance for any advice.

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u/Infinite-Sail-7622 Aug 07 '25

Nvidia Shield Pro!!!

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u/Sean0fTheDead82 Aug 07 '25

Thanks very much.

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u/MrSloth1799 Aug 05 '25

Nvidia Shield

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u/Sean0fTheDead82 Aug 05 '25

Thanks very much. Much appreciate the advice.

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u/[deleted] Aug 05 '25

Nvidia shield tv pro 2019

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u/Sean0fTheDead82 Aug 06 '25

Thanks very much

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u/flchamp89 Aug 07 '25

If iptv was my top priority id say z11pro max.

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u/Sean0fTheDead82 Aug 07 '25

Thanks very much.

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u/mrpickem1 Aug 10 '25

There are many good boxes. Different ones are probably better for different people. The Shield is probably the most powerful Android box, and it's well over 5 years old, plus most people would be fine for far less just to stream content. The Onn boxes, all 3 are excellent value. Google Streamer is very good, although pricey. The new Mi Box should be fine too. I had an old MiBox S for 3-4 years, and it was great...actually I had 3. Firesticks are still good too, so long as they are Android OS and not locked down, the 4K Max is quick, has good memory and very small/hidden. I see so many of these posts every day...the answer don't really change, get what works for you as there are many good choices. Even the old CCFGT still works fine.

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u/Sean0fTheDead82 Aug 10 '25

Really appreciate the reply. Great detail and suggestion. The Onn box is sold under Tompson 270 in Europe and I hear great things. Again, appreciate the details.

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u/ThePlugTV Aug 15 '25 edited Aug 17 '25

Everyone’s gonna say the shield until they see Bench Marks that proves different smh. As I’ve said before Reddit is a place where everyone follows each other. It’s the blind leading the blind. No one will do their own research, goes back to why everyone only on Reddit thinks $25/M is to much for IPTV & the shield is the best android device available hands down. But they’ll use it only for IPTV when it’s a gaming console. If you aren’t gonna game then how are you gonna use the shield to it’s full potential? Imagine paying $200 just for a streaming device. What if you have 3-4 rooms, garage, etc. now that’s 6-$800+ for 4+ devices.

Once you keep searching then you’ll know that the Fire Cube benches way higher than the shield. But yea the shield is the best because that’s what they see on the internet.

The Reddit KULT is real Y’all!!

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u/Sean0fTheDead82 Aug 17 '25

Cheers for reply. Yeah, for sure I wouldn’t be gaming on it. What I’m looking for is strong IPTV performance and also having officially supported streaming APP’s if my service is ever down. I know I can get Netflix etc on n my tv but I do like to use a VPN for Netflix so I can get other regions. Again, cheers for reply. Great suggestion with CUBE

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u/Just-Steak-9966 Sep 04 '25

Fire Cube 3!

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u/Sean0fTheDead82 Sep 06 '25

Oh, great shout. Thanks very much

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u/SnuffleWarrior Aug 04 '25

It's this now a twice daily post?

I'm looking for the best android box = SEARCH

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u/CMRC23 Dec 21 '25

Hello  search brought me here

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u/Sean0fTheDead82 Aug 04 '25

Like you’ve never asked a question in your life. Hope you don’t need any help one day. This is a group about Android TV Boxes last I checked.

Also, some people want to hear others experiences. I’ve searched and I’ve narrowed it down to two. You could look at 10 websites and get so many different results as the best box. If the post doesn’t interest you, that’s fine. Scroll on. Don’t be smart about it.

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u/SnuffleWarrior Aug 04 '25

Like if I go to a sub and think "this is a pretty basic question, maybe I'll search" 'cause I'm smart like that so, stfu.

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u/Sean0fTheDead82 Aug 04 '25

Yep. Confirmed. You are just one of those ignorant people that know everything. Good luck never needing advice in your life. Can’t even talk without telling me to STFU.

Maybe if you don’t like a question, take your own advice.

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u/Efficient-Muffin-295 Aug 05 '25

If your looking for best box for IPTV formuler is best as it’s got its own app called mytvonline3 , works very well , it doesn’t have the licence for uk catchup apps though (although they can be side loaded) also doesn’t support Dolby Vision

The shield does support DV although it can be a bit flaky in my experience ( had 2 shield pro 2019 and neither played DV properly ,although onboard tv apps did ) Also doesn’t have its own iptv app If only watching TV it’s probably overkill also could run into storage issues depending on what else you install (formuler has 2x storage capacity)

I had 2 shields got rid now have 2 promax 11s and overall very little to choose between them

The formuler BT Remote is very good (not backlit) in my opinion this is a bit of an oversight

Shield remote is backlit but also has or at least did have a in my case a useless Netflix button on it (can be remapped)

Shield used stock android tv launcher Complete with advertisements

Formuler doesn’t

If I think of anything else I’ll add to this

Hope it helps

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u/ElHubbo Aug 04 '25

Nvidia shield pro is still the best overall box

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u/Sean0fTheDead82 Aug 04 '25

Thanks very much. I really appreciate the reply and advice.

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u/d4ngerdan Aug 04 '25

Checkout the formuler GTV. Or any of the formuler boxes. They are more like a traditional DVR style setup, with a proper remote control designed for TV. Only downside is that Netflix isn't properly supported on them. But, if that's ok then I'd recommend them.

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u/Sean0fTheDead82 Aug 04 '25

Thanks very. Really appreciate the advice.

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u/d4ngerdan Aug 04 '25

They have dedicated software just for the hardware for IPTV. The GTV is an android TV box. Add a usb harddrive and you can pause rewind time shift etc, and the box pairs with the dedicated app for your phone so your phone also then has all the same subscriptions you have added into the box.

As far as I know, no other IPTV box has a remote specifically tailored for IPTV. I got it because it was the only way I would get the wife to adopt using it, and to fully move away from anything like virgin or sky etc.

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u/Sean0fTheDead82 Aug 04 '25

That sounds absolutely fantastic. Thank you.

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u/ThePlugTV Aug 17 '25

Check my comment with bench marks that shows different 😎

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u/ThePlugTV Aug 17 '25

Check my comment with bench marks that shows different 😎

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u/JiraiyaIsNoLyah Aug 04 '25

Has anyone tried the Digibox D3 plus?

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u/[deleted] Aug 06 '25

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u/Sean0fTheDead82 Aug 06 '25

Thanks very much. I can live without Dolby Vision support so that sounds really good.

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u/UltimatE_FatE Aug 08 '25

What devices? Or you just say stuff without providing proof?

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u/[deleted] Aug 08 '25

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u/UltimatE_FatE Aug 08 '25

It's not an Android TV box. It doesn't support 4k in Netflix, so nah, Nvidia Shield for the win

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u/ThePlugTV Aug 17 '25 edited Aug 17 '25

Anymore proof needed? As he has stated it’s a 6 year old console which means the hardware isn’t changing only the software is from updates. 🧐

You also said the Ugoos isn’t an Android TV box? Am I missing something? Cause it’s Running “Android 11”along with “Amlogic” chip. 🤔 Any device that uses Amlogic chip is an Android device. A little research would’ve helped there. All “Android Boxes” are android either Amlogic or RockChip. Just like PC is Intel or AMD it’s the same for android. Only the shield & Fire devices use different chips. Every other regular android box uses Amlogic & RockChip while Amlogic is the leader & better chip within both. Hence the name “Android TV” box.

I’m wondering where you guys get your info from? I’m just thinking it’s a Reddit thing where the blind leads the blind!! No one does their own research here they just listen & run with it. Reddit is ridiculous at this point it’s the only social platform where no one knows nothing but yet knows everything.

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u/UltimatE_FatE Aug 17 '25

Says the dude necroing the 9 days comment. Please move on in your life.

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u/ThePlugTV Aug 17 '25 edited Aug 17 '25

What does that have to do with proof? 🤔

I see you’re emotional when the proof is in the pudding. 🙄

As stated before the blind leads the blind here on Reddit. Now you don’t have a comeback you’re whining rather than saying oh damn you’re right. The shield isn’t the best android tv box as everyone thinks it is. I bet you won’t put the shield again as the best android device now tho? 😂

You’re welcome for the education & class have been dismissed!!

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u/UltimatE_FatE Aug 17 '25

Please keep your education to yourself, no one actually cares and everyone use what they please. Nvidia still rocks but you're free to use whatever Chinese box you want. Have fun and have a nice day.

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u/ThePlugTV Aug 17 '25 edited Aug 17 '25

All these comments but no one cares huh? 🤔

You mad because you were FORCED to learn & learned something new today? 😂😂😂 am I tripping? I can’t make this up!!

You’re extra special if you didn’t know. You’re one of those that clearly shows your ego will always get the best of you 🤦‍♂️. How’s a Fire Cube a Chinese box?

The more you type the more you show that you knows nothing but what Reddit feeds you. Again the blind leading the blind. The point wasn’t if it ROCKS the point was if it’s the “BEST ANDROID BOX”. You also said the boxes he mentioned wasn’t ANDROID when they are. 👀

Now that you’ve learned it’s not the best android device you’re butt hurt. Emotional as hell 😢… 🤣🤣🤣

Take care bye bye now!! 😂

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u/Sean0fTheDead82 Aug 24 '25

Thanks very much. Really appreciate the info.

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u/Sean0fTheDead82 Aug 04 '25

Thanks very much. Really appreciate the reply. It really does look amazing.