Does Google Chromecast Ultra work well in Thailand compared to Firestick and other devices?

May 6, 2024
6 months ago
Michael *******
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Anyone know if Google Chromecast Ultra works just as good here as firestick etc
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The Google Chromecast Ultra works well in Thailand, with users reporting no issues, especially in Chiang Mai. Some users have had trouble with the Firestick due to geofencing, indicating that a VPN is recommended for better access. While the Chromecast functions properly, some users prefer the Firestick for its easier setup with VPN applications. Others have also noted that devices like the Gen 5 Apple TV work well with VPNs.
John **********
I bought one from Australia about 6 years ago, works fine and never had a problem.
Paula *********
Works very well.
Mike ********
Gen 5 Apple TV with pure von works well too
Bruce ***********
Not a problem 😁
Lee-Ann *******
fire stick is better, as Chromecast doesn't like adding additional WiFi settings, also fire stick you add a VPN app easily to it
Eric ******
@Lee-Ann ******
Any idea how to add a VPN to it? I tried to do it when it wasn't working in Thailand and never could figure it out. Thanks.
Lee-Ann *******
@Eric *****
we use surfshark, and on the fire stick there's an app for it , just installed it and logged in, first time ever we been able to watch SBS, and Aussie TV channel
Eric ******
@Lee-Ann ******
Thank you, I'll give it a shot.
Ian ********
I have no problem with my chromecast
Eric ******
Couldn't get my firestick to work because it is geofenced. Should have had a VPN. Good luck with it.
Mark *******
@Eric *****
mine has no geo fencing
Wayne *********
@Eric *****
mine works fine here and in Australia
Wayne *********
No, from Australia, i spend 2 weeks every month in each country and travel with my fire stick as i use it on the remote mine site i work at then use it in Thailand. Currently using it plugged into the hotel tv in Pattaya this week. Not using any vpn using the hotel free wifi as connection
Eric ******
@Wayne ********
are u from the US? Are u using a VPN? I was in Thailand for 2 months and could get nothing but pay apps for movies and TV shows.
Dan ********
Yes been using it for 6 months here in Chiang Mai. Never had a problem.
Dan ********
I use Nord VPN app to watch my shows back home.
Biff ******
@Dan *******
I can download on line? Do I need to get a modem?
Dan ********
@Biff *****
you log into your wifi with the device and you are good to go.
Biff ******
I am in Thailand as we speak
Biff ******
@Dan *******
how do I designate the US as my location?
Dan ********
@Biff *****
it’s in the menu upon set up. Select country
Biff ******
@Dan *******
thank you
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