Netflix for Nintendo 3DS thoughts

I've used Netflix on all sorts of devices and I love being able to bring Netflix wherever I go. Now that Nintendo and Netflix have brought Netflix to the 3DS there are even less reasons to have Netflix access wherever you go. Is it a good idea?

The controls are intuitive and very easy to use since they are all touched based.  Just like every other Netflix app you can start/stop and continue your movies from any device. Categories, Top Picks and New Releases are all prominently displayed like other renditions. If you can't find what you are looking for that way, there is always the ability to press Y for search.

Well if the controls and usability is great then the Netflix app must be a win/win for the Nintendo 3DS right?  Eh not exactly.

Firstly there is the most noticeably smaller screen size that most of the portable devices out there. While definitely still watchable, I would still pull out my smart phone to watch Netflix since the screen is considerably bigger. The other side of that coin is the screen resolution. While the 3DS screen is more advanced that it's predecessors it is stll lacking compared to some Android and Apple products since the 3DS screen is not as vibrant nor crisp.

If this is your only portable device than great! But if not and you have an iPhone or Android powered smartphone, you may be more inclined to pull out that device for a better visual experience.