I ran an e-commerce business focusing on Android boxes and streaming devices (2015-2017) and was lucky enough to have access and tested most devices from generic Android boxes to higher end Minix boxes, MAG, AVOV, Dreamlink, Formuler, BuzzTV, Nvidia Shields, and the Amazon line including the Fire Stick 4K. As an industry hobbyist since 2009, and currently running a small team that tests server loads and performances for IPTV servers, we still have most devices on hand but its almost unanimous when it comes down to our favorite one.

The most balanced device in my opinion and what I travel with is the Amazon Fire Stick 4K.

- relatively low cost
- extremely light and portable
- solid dual band WiFi
- requires only a USB and HDMI input on any TV (I don't even pack the power plug in)
- lots of built-in apps like Youtube, Netflix (up to 4K which is not supported by most devices), etc
- easy to sideload 3rd party apps using their Downloader app
- access to Amazon Prime, Music etc
- runs any IPTV app flawlessly like STB Emulator Pro, Perfect Player, TiviMate, custom IPTV apps etc.
- Alexa voice command via the remote for simpler search and control