Roku users, question

[DawnM]

We are new to Roku. I bought two of them because we are ditching our satellite and going to Netflix and Hulu plus for $17/mo now.

Is there a LIMIT to how many devices you can have on your Roku account? Is the limit with Roku or with Netflix? Since I had to register with Roku, I am assuming it is with Roku.

A friend told me she thought it was 5 total as the limit. Why would they have a limit?

Anyone know?

Thanks,

Dawn

 

[living20057]

I have Roku too! Nextflix has a limit also.

 

[VirataMama4]

There is a limit with Netflix on how many devices you can have. You can have 6 devices for 1 account, but can only have 2 streaming at 1 time...

We only have 1 Roku, but I don't see why they'd limit you on how many you can have in 1 household.

 

[jms920]

I would love to get rid of my movie channels with Direct tv. I haven't heard of Roku, what is it and how does it work/hook up? I've never used Netflix, how does that work with Roku. What's the cost for usage are movies unlimited? Sorry for so many questions, but I find this very confusing. Thank you for any help.

JoAnn

 

[DawnM]

Ok, so do computers count? In other words, if I am watching something from Netflix on the computer and the kids want to use 2 TVs with Rokus can we all not use them at the same time?

Dawn

 

[DawnM]

Does HuluPlus have a limit on # of devices too?

6 is plenty, although the 2 streaming at a time stinks. We only have 3 TVs and a 4th kid's TV that we only watch videos and DVDs on, but that i may get a Roku for since they aren't that much.

Dawn

 

[VirataMama4]

I would love to get rid of my movie channels with Direct tv. I haven't heard of Roku, what is it and how does it work/hook up? I've never used Netflix, how does that work with Roku. What's the cost for usage are movies unlimited? Sorry for so many questions, but I find this very confusing. Thank you for any help.

JoAnn

Roku is the "little black box" You have to have a wireless connection that you can connect the Roku to, to be able to steam movies. A Netflix subscription is like $8.99 or something for unlimited streaming. You can check out roku.com and netflix.com for more detailed info.

Ok, so do computers count? In other words, if I am watching something from Netflix on the computer and the kids want to use 2 TVs with Rokus can we all not use them at the same time?

Dawn

I believe a computer is considered a "device" since it is connected to your Netflix account. I know that we ran into this problem when we were using a Roku, Wii and blu-ray player, so I would assume your computer would cause a problem.

 

[VirataMama4]

Does HuluPlus have a limit on # of devices too?

6 is plenty, although the 2 streaming at a time stinks. We only have 3 TVs and a 4th kid's TV that we only watch videos and DVDs on, but that i may get a Roku for since they aren't that much.

Dawn

I don't personally have HuluPlus, but I just pulled this from the FAQs:

How many devices can I watch Hulu Plus on at once?

Hulu Plus is intended as a personal account, and only one simultaneous stream is allowed.

That kinda stinks, if you ask me...

 

[MommyJack]

I don't think a computer counts as a device on netflix, only devices that you have to register count. So, roku, playstation, wii and internet ready tv's. We have one of each of these registered with Netflix. Plus I have watched movies on both of my computers, that would put me a six. I'm going to try to watch something on my son's computer and will let you know.

 

[DawnM]

Thanks!

I ordered one Roku box about 2 weeks ago just to try it out and just this week we ordered a 2nd one.

We need one more for our 3rd TV. Right now it has a Wii but DH hates the picture quality and wants the 1080p Roku instead.

Dawn

I don't think a computer counts as a device on netflix, only devices that you have to register count. So, roku, playstation, wii and internet ready tv's. We have one of each of these registered with Netflix. Plus I have watched movies on both of my computers, that would put me a six. I'm going to try to watch something on my son's computer and will let you know.

 

[VirataMama4]

I don't think a computer counts as a device on netflix, only devices that you have to register count. So, roku, playstation, wii and internet ready tv's. We have one of each of these registered with Netflix. Plus I have watched movies on both of my computers, that would put me a six. I'm going to try to watch something on my son's computer and will let you know.

This makes sense, since you don't have to "register" your computer with Netflix. I never thought about that, I just figured it would be considered a device!

 

[jms920]

Roku is the "little black box" You have to have a wireless connection that you can connect the Roku to, to be able to steam movies. A Netflix subscription is like $8.99 or something for unlimited streaming. You can check out roku.com and netflix.com for more detailed info.


I assume by wireless you mean the router we have for the computer?


I'll check out the websites, thanks. I'm assuming you need a Roku box for each tv and the box is hooked up to the tv?

Thanks for the info!

JoAnn

 

[VirataMama4]

Roku is the "little black box" You have to have a wireless connection that you can connect the Roku to, to be able to steam movies. A Netflix subscription is like $8.99 or something for unlimited streaming. You can check out roku.com and netflix.com for more detailed info.


I assume by wireless you mean the router we have for the computer?


I'll check out the websites, thanks. I'm assuming you need a Roku box for each tv and the box is hooked up to the tv?

Thanks for the info!

JoAnn

Yep, the router you use for your computer! You would need a Roku box for any TV that you want to stream movies to and yes, the box is hooked up to your TV. If you have a Wii, Playstation 3 or Netflix enabled TV or blu-ray player, you can use those to stream Netflix to your TV.

 

[MommyJack]

Ok, just watched 30 rock on my son's computer via netflix, so it's confirmed computers do not count.

Also if you have an Amazon Prime membership it now includes streaming movies and tv shows which can be accessed through Roku.

 

[DawnM]

I have hesitated to get Amazon prime because the selection is not as good from what I am reading. Do you have it? What do you think about it?

Dawn

Ok, just watched 30 rock on my son's computer via netflix, so it's confirmed computers do not count.

Also if you have an Amazon Prime membership it now includes streaming movies and tv shows which can be accessed through Roku.

 

[DawnM]

Yeah, that does stink!

Dawn

I don't personally have HuluPlus, but I just pulled this from the FAQs:

How many devices can I watch Hulu Plus on at once?

Hulu Plus is intended as a personal account, and only one simultaneous stream is allowed.

That kinda stinks, if you ask me...

 

[cglaura]

Roku is the "little black box" You have to have a wireless connection that you can connect the Roku to, to be able to steam movies. A Netflix subscription is like $8.99 or something for unlimited streaming. You can check out roku.com and netflix.com for more detailed info.


I assume by wireless you mean the router we have for the computer?


I'll check out the websites, thanks. I'm assuming you need a Roku box for each tv and the box is hooked up to the tv?

Thanks for the info!

JoAnn

Yes, I have it going through a wireless router. I only have one box, and if I want to watch it in another room, I just unplug it and move it. It hooks up to the tv just like a vcr or dvd player would. My connections are easy to get to, so moving it might not be an option for everyone. I have the Roku in the living room mainly, and sometimes take it into my room if I can't sleep.

DD uses her ps3 for Netflix and HuluPlus. We've been able to both stream hulu at the same time, I didn't know that about only one. Will have to be careful in the future, I wouldn't want to lose that account by violating t.o.s., I use it way too much!

 

[DawnM]

Yeah, moving a Roku isn't really the best for us since we often watch all 3 TVs at once due to wanting different shows! DH is into car shows, war documentaries, home building shows, etc.....

Kids are into kids shows.

I mostly watch dramas.

Dawn

Yes, I have it going through a wireless router. I only have one box, and if I want to watch it in another room, I just unplug it and move it. It hooks up to the tv just like a vcr or dvd player would. My connections are easy to get to, so moving it might not be an option for everyone. I have the Roku in the living room mainly, and sometimes take it into my room if I can't sleep.

DD uses her ps3 for Netflix and HuluPlus. We've been able to both stream hulu at the same time, I didn't know that about only one. Will have to be careful in the future, I wouldn't want to lose that account by violating t.o.s., I use it way too much!

 

[LadyBeBop]

Regarding Netflix, actually, I think computers do count.

We have two devices, the Wii in the living room and the Roku in our bedroom.

DGD was watching Dora the Explorer in the living room while I was watching a movie on the computer.

DH complained that he could not watch a movie on the Roku.

 

[DawnM]

Hmmmm.....I wonder why the PP was able to do it?

Dawn

Regarding Netflix, actually, I think computers do count.

We have two devices, the Wii in the living room and the Roku in our bedroom.

DGD was watching Dora the Explorer in the living room while I was watching a movie on the computer.

DH complained that he could not watch a movie on the Roku.