Does Roku Have Bluetooth? [Answered]

Thanks to Bluetooth, data is allowed to be exchanged between two devices over short distances even though there is no cable or internet available. Well, does Roku have Bluetooth? No, not all Roku streaming devices have introduced this wireless technology. Which Roku device is Bluetooth-capable? How to do Bluetooth pairing on Roku? Both are answered below and let’s check.

Does Roku Have Bluetooth?

As revealed above, some Roku devices have Bluetooth capabilities, allowing you to connect Bluetooth headphones or speakers for private listening or enhanced audio experience. Plus, a Bluetooth-capable smartphone, tablet, or laptop can also be connected, and then you can listen to music, podcasts, or audio streamed from apps installed on these devices.

Which Roku devices support Bluetooth technology? Some streaming players, stream bars, and soundbars are Bluetooth-capable, including Roku Streambar (SE, Pro), Roku Smart Soundbar, Roku Ultra (4800, 4802, 4850 models), and Roku Ultra LT (4801 model).

Do Roku TVs have Bluetooth? About Roku TV Bluetooth, Roku Plus Series TV, Roku Pro Series TV, and Roku TV system with Roku wireless speakers, Roku TV Wireless Soundbar, or TCL Roku TV Wireless Soundbar also allow Bluetooth connection.

However, when it comes to Roku Express Bluetooth, it is a pity that Roku Express lacks Bluetooth capability, and you are unable to connect Bluetooth devices directly to this Roku streaming device.

Below is an overview table:

Roku Devices	Bluetooth Support
Roku Streambar (SE, Pro)	Yes
Roku Smart Soundbar	Yes
Roku Ultra (4800, 4802, 4850 models)	Yes
Roku Ultra LT (4801 model)	Yes
Roku Plus Series TV	Yes
Roku Pro Series TV	Yes
Roku TV system with Roku wireless speakers	Yes
Roku TV Wireless Soundbar	Yes
TCL Roku TV Wireless Soundbar	Yes
Roku Express	No

How to Pair a Bluetooth Device to Roku?

Whether you have a Bluetooth-capable Roku streaming device or not, there is a way to connect your Roku streaming device to a Bluetooth device. Once the Bluetooth device is connected, you’ll have a different audio experience.

Pair Bluetooth-capable Roku Device

If your Roku streaming device supports Bluetooth, you can connect a Bluetooth device directly to it. That’s how to initiate Roku Bluetooth pairing (here we take a smartphone as an example).

Step 1. While your Roku streaming device is on, press the Home button on your Roku remote.

Step 2. Go to Settings > Remote & devices.

Step 3. Choose Smartphones & tablets. Other options, such as Speakers and Wireless headphones, may also be available on the Roku screen.

Step 4. Choose Add a new smartphone or tablet.

Step 5. When you see the pairing screen, go to the smartphone and turn on its Bluetooth.

Step 6. Wait a moment for the smartphone to scan for devices and discover your Roku streaming device.

Step 7. Choose your Roku streaming device from the list of available devices. Once Roku Bluetooth pairing is done, your Bluetooth device will appear on your Roku streaming device.

Step 8. When you play audio on your smartphone, the Bluetooth app launches automatically on your Roku streaming device, and you can listen to audio from the Bluetooth device on your Roku device.

Step 9. To stop streaming Bluetooth audio, just close the Bluetooth app or disconnect your Roku device from the Bluetooth settings menu on your smartphone.

Pair Bluetooth-incapable Roku Device

It is possible to connect Bluetooth headphones or speakers to a Roku device even if the latter doesn’t support Bluetooth. Then, you can have an immersive listening experience.

Step 1. Launch the Roku app on your smartphone and connect it to your Roku streaming device.

Step 2. Once connected, go to the Remote tab, and tap the headphones icon on the app interface.

Step 3. When the headphones logo appears on your Roku streaming device, connect your smartphone to your Bluetooth headphones or speaker over Bluetooth.

Step 4. Play video on your Roku device, and the audio should come from the headphones or speaker. If the volume is too high or too low, you can press the volume buttons on your smartphone to just the volume to a proper level.

That’s how to use Roku Bluetooth. Enjoy your new listening experience.

Roku TV Bluetooth Not Working

To avoid Roku Bluetooth not working, here are some suggestions:

• Ensure Bluetooth is enabled on the Bluetooth device, and the device must not be in airplane mode.
• Ensure the wireless speaker or soundbar is powered on and working.
• Ensure the Roku streaming device is in pairing mode.
• Move the Roku streaming device and Bluetooth device closer (typically less than 30 feet).
• Wait patiently while trying Roku Bluetooth pairing.
• When trying to pair a second Bluetooth device, power off the paired Bluetooth device in case of interference.

If Roku Bluetooth not pairing still happens, restart your Bluetooth device. If this makes no difference, delete the pairing information on both your Roku device and Bluetooth device by going to Settings > Remotes & devices > Bluetooth devices, selecting the Bluetooth device, choosing Forget this device, and then repeating the pairing process.

As you see, Bluetooth technology brings convenience, but only audio can be streamed from your smartphone to your Roku streaming device over this wireless technology. If you want to stream both audio and video between these two devices, you can enable the casting feature on your smartphone or use a TV casting app.

The End

Some Roku streaming devices support Bluetooth, allowing connecting to different types of Bluetooth devices, such as smartphones, tablets, laptops, speakers, and headphones, for different listening experiences, and the connection can be finished in a few steps through the Roku settings menu.

Don’t worry, if your Roku streaming device lacks Bluetooth technology, you need the Roku app to set up the connection, which is easy too.

Does Roku Have Bluetooth FAQ

Q: Can I connect Bluetooth to Roku?

There are two ways to connect Bluetooth to Roku. If your Roku supports Bluetooth, go to Settings > Remotes & devices > Bluetooth devices and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the connection. Otherwise, you need to connect your Bluetooth device to your smartphone, launch the Roku app on the smartphone, connect the app to your Roku, and tap the headphones icon on the app interface.

Q: Does Roku Ultra have Bluetooth?

Some Roku Ultra models have Bluetooth, such as 4800, 4802, and 4850. The models 4670, 4660, and 4640 lack Bluetooth technology.