Once you have one SuperBox in the living room, it's only a matter of time before you start wanting them on every TV in the house. No more fighting over what to watch, no more casting from your phone, and every room gets the same experience.
But you don't need the top-of-the-line model for every TV. After setting up SuperBoxes in 4 different rooms of my own house, I've learned which features matter where, and where you can save money without noticing a difference.
In this guide, I'm breaking down the best model for every room, how to set them up so they work together, and how to save money when buying multiple units.
If you're still comparing models, our SuperBox model comparison has all the specs side by side. And if you're buying for older family members, our senior setup guide has tips for making it easy to use.
Do You Need a Separate Box for Every TV?
Short answer: yes.
Unlike cable boxes that you can sometimes split to multiple TVs, each TV needs its own SuperBox. There's no way to cast or mirror one box to multiple TVs reliably, and trying to do it over WiFi causes lag and quality issues.
The good news: you don't need the most expensive model for every room. Most households can save $100+ by picking the right model for each TV's use case.
Room-by-Room Model Recommendations
ποΈ Living Room / Main TV: S7 Max or S7 Ultra
Your main living room TV is where you watch the most content, have people over, and use all the features. This is where you want the best experience.
Recommended: S7 Max
- 64GB storage for all your apps
- Gigabit Ethernet for zero buffering during game night
- Fast voice remote
- Perfect for 90% of households
Upgrade to S7 Ultra if:
- You watch a lot of TV with the lights off (backlit remote is worth it)
- You have a large family that installs lots of apps (128GB storage)
- You have an 8K or high-end 4K TV
Skip the Pro here: The living room gets the most use, and 32GB will fill up fast. The extra $40 for the Max pays for itself in not having to delete apps later.
Pro tip: Run a wired Ethernet connection to this one. It's the TV that matters most, and you don't want buffering during the big game or movie night.
ποΈ Master Bedroom: S7 Pro
The bedroom TV gets less use than the living room, and you probably only use a handful of apps there. This is where you can save money.
Recommended: S7 Pro
- Same processor, same picture quality, same features as the Max
- 32GB is plenty for 3-5 apps (Netflix, Hulu, etc.)
- Same Gigabit Ethernet and WiFi 6
- Saves you $40 vs the Max
Why not the Max? If you only watch TV for an hour before bed, you'll never use the extra storage. The Pro has all the same performance, just less space for apps you won't install anyway.
Setup tip: If your bedroom is far from the router, run an Ethernet cable here too. If that's not practical, 5GHz WiFi works fine for bedroom viewing β just don't expect zero buffering during peak hours.
πΆ Kids Room / Guest Room: S6 (Used or Refurbished)
For rooms that only get occasional use, you don't need the latest model.
Recommended: S6 or S7 Pro
- If you can find a used or refurbished S6 in good condition, it's perfect for guest rooms
- The S7 Pro is also a great choice if you want the new features and warranty
- 8-hour Time Shift is more than enough for occasional viewing
- 100Mbps Ethernet is fine for rooms that don't get daily use
Why this works: Guests don't need 7-day Time Shift or Gigabit speeds. They just need to be able to watch TV. Kids don't care about the latest features either. Save your money for the rooms that get used every day.
Important: If you're buying used, make sure it's factory reset and from a trusted seller. Avoid units that are locked or have custom firmware.
π΅ Parents' Room / Senior-Friendly TV: S7 Pro
If you're setting one up for older parents or grandparents, the S7 Pro is the sweet spot.
Recommended: S7 Pro
- Same simple interface as the more expensive models
- 32GB is more than enough for the 2-3 apps they'll use
- Voice remote works great for people who don't like navigating menus
- Saves you money, and they'll never notice the difference vs the Max
Setup must-do: Follow our senior setup guide β turn up the font size, simplify the home screen, and put a sticker on the voice button.
π Man Cave / Sports Room: S7 Max + Wired Ethernet
If you have a dedicated sports room or man cave, this is actually the most demanding room in the house.
Recommended: S7 Max (wired Ethernet mandatory)
- Sports are the most bandwidth-heavy content
- Gigabit Ethernet eliminates buffering during big games
- 7-day Time Shift is perfect for rewinding plays
- Multiple people watching means more reliability matters
Don't skimp here. Nothing ruins a watch party faster than buffering in the 4th quarter.
Example Setups & Total Cost
Budget 2-Room Setup (Living Room + Bedroom)
- Living Room: S7 Max β $399
- Bedroom: S7 Pro β $359
- Total: $758
- Saves $40 vs buying two Max models
Family 3-Room Setup (Living Room + Bedroom + Kids Room)
- Living Room: S7 Max β $399
- Master Bedroom: S7 Pro β $359
- Kids Room: S7 Pro β $359
- Total: $1,117
- Saves $80 vs buying all Max models
Whole House 4-Room Setup (Living Room + Bedroom + Guest + Man Cave)
- Living Room: S7 Ultra β $449
- Master Bedroom: S7 Pro β $359
- Guest Room: Refurbished S6 β ~$180
- Man Cave: S7 Max β $399
- Total: ~$1,387
- Saves $200+ vs buying all new top-tier models
Multi-Room Setup Tips
Network Tips for Multiple Boxes
- Wired whenever possible: Each box can use 25-50Mbps during high-bitrate playback. If you have 4 boxes all on WiFi, that's 200Mbps just for streaming. Wired Ethernet takes the load off your WiFi.
- Use a gigabit switch: If your router doesn't have enough Ethernet ports, a $20 gigabit switch lets you plug in multiple wired devices.
- Prioritize 5GHz WiFi for wireless boxes: Keep 2.4GHz for smart devices and phones.
- Upgrade your internet if needed: 4 simultaneous 4K streams need at least 100Mbps, 200Mbps recommended.
Account & App Tips
- You can use the same app logins across all your boxes (Netflix, Hulu, etc.) β most services allow 2-4 simultaneous streams.
- Set up each box with its own home screen layout for who uses that room.
- Turn off auto-updates on guest room boxes so the interface doesn't change between visits.
Remote Tips
- Get different colored silicone covers for each remote so you can tell them apart.
- Keep a spare remote charged and handy for when one gets lost in the couch.
- Remotes work across boxes, so don't leave one in the wrong room!
Can You Use One Remote for All Boxes?
Not really. Each remote pairs to one box at a time. If you have multiple boxes in the same house, keep the remotes in their respective rooms.
If you do accidentally take a remote to another room, just hold the pair button on the back for 5 seconds to re-pair it to the box in that room.
Is There a Discount for Buying Multiple?
Most authorized sellers offer multi-unit discounts if you're buying 2 or more at once. It never hurts to ask β you can often get free shipping or 5-10% off when buying 3+ units.
Even without a discount, picking the right model for each room saves you more money than most coupons anyway.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a separate account for each box?
No. You can use the same accounts across all your devices. Each box just needs to be set up individually.
Can I watch different things on each TV at the same time?
Yes, that's the whole point. Each box works independently. You can watch sports in the living room while someone watches a movie in the bedroom.
Will multiple boxes slow down my internet?
If you're all on WiFi, it can. That's why we recommend wired Ethernet for the main TVs. If you have 200Mbps+ internet, 3-4 boxes on WiFi works fine for most households.
Can I move a box from room to room?
Absolutely. They're small and easy to move. Just unplug it, take it to another TV, plug in HDMI and power, and it works. It's great for bringing a box out to the patio for a party or taking it with you when you travel.
How many boxes can I have in one house?
As many as you want, as long as your internet can handle it. Most households have 2-4, but there's no technical limit.
Final Recommendation
You don't need the most expensive SuperBox for every TV in your house. Match the model to how much the room gets used:
- Daily use main TV β Max or Ultra
- Regular use bedroom β Pro
- Occasional use guest/kids room β Pro or used S6
This approach saves you $100-200 on a typical whole-house setup, and you won't notice any difference in the rooms where you saved money.
If you're ready to set up your whole house, shop the S7 MaxΒ for your main TV and grab an S7 ProΒ for the bedrooms. And if you want to see how all the models compare, check out our full SuperBox model comparison.