Hello and welcome to OnDemand TV.
If you have ever stared at a wall of streaming sticks in a shop, confused by the difference between "4K," "HD," "Lite," and "Max," you are in the right place.
Why I Started This Site
My name is Dale, and I started this website with a simple mission: to help UK households get the best possible entertainment setup without wasting money on hype or confusing hardware.
We are living through a time where every penny counts. The cost of living is rising, and subscription prices seem to go up every month. The last thing you need is to spend your hard-earned money on a TV box that is slow, crashes constantly, or—worst of all—doesn't even support the British apps you actually watch, like BBC iPlayer or ITVX.
I have always been the "tech guy" that friends and family turn to when their TV stops working or they want to cancel their expensive satellite, or cable television contract. Over the years, I realised that most technology reviews are written for computer whizzes, not for real people who just want to sit down, press a button, and watch Coronation Street or the football without a headache.
What We Do Differently
At OnDemand TV, we don’t just read the spec sheet. We plug the devices in. We sit on the sofa. We use them.
When we review a device—whether it’s the latest high-end Nvidia Shield or a budget Freeview box—we judge it on the things that actually matter to you:
- The "Granny Test": Is the remote control easy to understand? Are the buttons big enough? Could a non-tech-savvy relative use this without calling for help?
- The UK Factor: Does it actually work in the UK? Many "Android Boxes" sold online are designed for the US or Asian markets and fail to run UK catch-up apps properly. We check this first.
- Value for Money: We are obsessed with value. If a £30 stick does the same job as a £100 box, we will tell you to buy the cheaper one.
Who This Site Is For
- The Cord Cutters: If you are cancelling an expensive monthly contract and moving to Freeview or Streaming, we can guide you to the right hardware.
- The Streamers: If you want the fastest, crispest 4K picture for Netflix and Disney+, we compare the top-tier devices.
- The Simplicity Seekers: If you just want a box that works, with a proper remote and no fuss, we highlight the most user-friendly options on the market.
How We Are Funded
We believe in total transparency. OnDemand TV is a reader-supported site.
This means that if you find a device you like through our guides and click a link to buy it (from retailers like Amazon), we may earn a small referral commission. This comes at absolutely no extra cost to you.
This passive income allows me to keep the site running, buy new devices to test, and support my family. However, it never dictates our reviews. If a product is slow, glitchy, or poor value, we will tell you—commission or not. Our reputation is worth more than a quick sale.
Get in Touch
Have a question about a specific device? Struggling to choose between Roku and Fire TV? Feel free to reach out. I’m always happy to help a fellow viewer get the best seat in the house.