The Google TV Streamer just got a 50% price hike, but you can pay less if you act now

Published Aug 31, 2026, 7:21 PM EDT Simon is a Computer Science BSc graduate who has been writing about technology since 2014, and using Windows machines since 3.1. After working for an indie game studio and acting as the family's go-to technician for all computer issues, he found his passion for writing and decided to use his skill set to write about all things tech. Since beginning his writing career, he has written for many different publications such as WorldStart, Listverse, and MakeTechEasier. However, after finding his home at MakeUseOf in February 2019, he would eventually move on to its sister site, XDA, to bring the latest and greatest in Windows, Linux, and DIY electronics. Sign in to your XDA account Summary Google quietly raised the TV Streamer price by 50% from $99 to $149. Some retailers still sell it at $99 (eg Amazon) - snag one before the price or stock disappears. Our writers find the Streamer lacking; $50 alternatives look more appealing. Well, that was sudden. In an unannounced price increase, Google has raised the price of its TV Streamer by 50%. That puts the price up from $99 to $149, which is pretty nasty given how we didn't see it coming. However, there is a silver lining; if you're quick, you can still pick up a Streamer for its original price, but I'm not sure how long that window's going to last. The Google TV Streamer gets a price increase from $99 to $149 Some places still list it for $99 if you're lucky As spotted by The Verge, Google has silently upped the price of its Google TV Streamer. It used to cost $99, but after a 50% price hike, it'll now set you back $149 for one. Right now, that new price is reflected both in the Google Store and at Best Buy. However, if you're lucky, you may still save yourself some cash by buying it from a store that still lists it at the original price. One such retailer is Amazon, which still lists it for $99. I can't imagine that either the product stock or the price will stay available for long, so I'd recommend snapping one up sooner rather than later. That being said, we haven't been too impressed with the Streamer here at XDA. One of our editors, Adam Conway, preferred this $50 box, which seems like an even better deal now when compared to the Streamer. To top it off, our own Brian Burgess recently gave the Google TV Streamer a second chance and still found it lacking, so there's that. Google TV Streamer 4K The Google TV Streamer 4K is a streaming box that does more than accept Chromecast feeds.