The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max just crashed to $34 on Prime Day — 3 reasons why I got one

Fire TV Stick 4K Max on sale for Prime Day

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Prime Day is here but I've already done my shopping. That's because the best streaming device deal out there has already been on sale for a couple of days.

Yes, that's right. During Prime Day you can get the Fire TV Stick 4K Max for $34 on Amazon. Normally, the best Fire TV stick out there will set you back $59, but for Prime Day Amazon has dropped the price nearly 50%. That's a deal almost too good to pass up ... so I didn't.

The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max is one of the best streaming devices we've ever tested. Wi-Fi 6E support provides a faster and more stable internet connection for 4K streaming. Plus you get access to all the best streaming services like Netflix, Prime Video and Max. For me, it's also a great way to watch screeners for award season.

But that's not the only reason to buy this incredible streaming stick. Here are 3 reasons why you should buy it right now — and the only reason you shouldn't.

3 reasons to buy the Fire Stick 4K Max right now

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max box on windowsill — (Image credit: Henry T. Casey)

First off, as I previously mentioned, this is a great streaming device. Beyond the speedy performance and vast app library, you also get the included Alexa Voice Remote. Our testing found that the Alexa voice assistant was a huge help, letting you search for content, control playback and even manage compatible smart home devices just with your voice.

On top of all this, Amazon just added a new feature to the Fire TV Stick 4K Max and the slightly cheaper Fire TV Stick 4K. As of a week ago, Amazon added Xbox cloud gaming for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers. So now, I can just plug this streaming stick into my bedroom TV and I can game from bed without needing to shell out hundreds of dollars for an additional console.

Finally, if you have an older streaming device Amazon is giving you an additional reason to upgrade this Prime Day. Trade in an older streaming device when you buy the Fire TV Stick 4K Max and you can get an additional 20% off plus an Amazon digital gift card instantly to get this streaming device for even less. Just be aware that the gift card is dependent on the appraisal of your old device and can be rescinded if Amazon does not receive your old device in its expected condition. I had an old Fire TV Stick laying around, so trading in and upgrading was a no-brainer for me.

For more savings, check out our Prime Day deals live blog for major discounts on everything from TVs and laptops to appliances and apparel.

Malcolm McMillan is a senior writer for Tom's Guide, covering all the latest in streaming TV shows and movies. That means news, analysis, recommendations, reviews and more for just about anything you can watch, including sports! If it can be seen on a screen, he can write about it. Previously, Malcolm had been a staff writer for Tom's Guide for over a year, with a focus on artificial intelligence (AI), A/V tech and VR headsets.

Before writing for Tom's Guide, Malcolm worked as a fantasy football analyst writing for several sites and also had a brief stint working for Microsoft selling laptops, Xbox products and even the ill-fated Windows phone. He is passionate about video games and sports, though both cause him to yell at the TV frequently. He proudly sports many tattoos, including an Arsenal tattoo, in honor of the team that causes him to yell at the TV the most.