Looking for best streamer without DAC under $3500


I currently run Metrum Ambre with Metrum Onyx and really enjoy it, but am looking to upgrade to a better streamer that has spotify among other aps. Currently looking at Lumin U1 mini, Auralic, etc.

Curious what others think
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When visiting the XFI Premium hifi show in Holland late last year I found myself in the a room that Aurender and dCS were sharing. I eventually managed to chat to two guys together each representing their respective companies.
This turned into a lengthy conversation because there was much I did not understand and surprisingly even the Aurender rep. agreed that the dCS Network Bridge was superior. A stranger joined our little group who owned a dCS N/B and claimed he extensively auditioned at home a few top streamers before deciding.

Although I did not get to hear the dCS unit, I did hear on more than one occasion in other rooms, an Aurender being used to demo some very expensive kit.
Some of this was mesmerising and decided that day to look out for a used Network Bridge. I returned home and immediately set about checking out reviews on the net. All of them rave about it.