When setting up a TCL Fire TV, you will have the option of setting up for one of two experience types. Below is a chart that shows the differences between the two:
| Basic Experience | Full Experience | |
| Need Amazon Account | No, you don't register the device to your account. | Yes, you register the device to your account. |
| Watch Live TV | Yes. | Yes. |
| Watch Movies or TV Shows | Partial selection of titles, including movies and TV shows. | Full selection of all content compatible with your Fire TV. |
| Available Apps | Prime Video and other select third-party apps. | Compatible apps in Amazon Appstore plus everything offered under the Basic experience. |
| Alexa Voice Interaction | No. | Yes. |