Best Android Box for VLC Player

by akhildesai

Hi All,

I am looking for some recommendations for a new android tv box to keep in the bedroom with a USB connection primarily for using VLC player.

I keep all of my media on external drives, and one of the key reasons for using VLC is that I prefer to control the playback speed when watching certain TV Shows.

I currently have a Shield TV in the living which is excellent and serves as my Plex server and use the VLC player app when I wanted to watch media with controlled playback speed.

Currently, in my bedroom, I have a Samsung TV which contains all the smart apps I need (Netflix, Prime, etc.) so I won't be needing those features and just looking for something simple which I can connect an HDD/USB Stick and play via VLC.

Another Shield TV would be overkill for my use here so was looking for some recommendations on some cheaper options that will do the job.

Any recommendations would be much appreciated.

triplebeamz

Pretty much any box can run vlc and run it well

andreibrcg

A bit off topic. I find nova player much better

joe603

You can control the playback using Kodi. Try using the Mimic skin it has playback speed control. If you really still need a box the Tivo Steam or Mi Box would be cheap options

atifsh

Well your usage requirements doesn't need you to buy half baked verified boxes. Maybe if verified boxes do have at least working Chromecast it makes sense else get the one with best specs.

I know mecool recent boxes does have Chromecast function, no idea if its just some hackery or will continue working.

latinriky78

The Mecool KM9 PRO Classic could be the best option, it's available to purchase directly at mecoolonline.com , where you can also download the new Android 10 firmware for this model.

For more info about other Android TV devices, go to Android TV Guide .