8 Best Live TV Apps on Android For Free
Are Cable TV and Netflix subscription too expensive for you? Does your family happen to be keeping the Netflix password secret from you? Fret not as we guide you in your journey of never paying for a TV subscription by being able to watch live TV on Android.
Here’s the deal:
Not everyone is fortunate enough to afford a premium subscription. Most of the subscription plans that let you watch TV series have a monthly fee of $10. That fee is quite expensive, especially if you are the only one paying for it. And if you compute the annual pay you do for these subscriptions, you will see that you can save a huge chunk of your money if you stop subscribing.
So…
If you are one of those people that want to save money, then this article is for you. We listed the best live TV app for Android that can be downloaded for free. These apps allow you to watch live TV on Android for free. So read on to know more!
But you need to know that phones are limited in terms of their aural capabilities.
So why not get a speaker while you’re at it? Trust us, you’ll never regret getting one when you start viewing those exciting scenes on your cellphone!
If you are into Android apps, then you should definitely check out our Apps page to try out some cool new Apps. Cool applications like the ones in this article can be found on that page.
The best apps to watch live TV on Android should come with a ton of channels or video content. It would also be great if they are ad-free. Now, we searched for the best apps that let you watch live TV on Android, and we curated this list to share them with you.
So without further ado, let’s jump right into it!
1. SPB TV (Live TV)
With over 10 million downloads, the SPB TV app is our top app for watching online TV on your Android for free. It offers over 200 different TV channels from all over the globe. Although, most channels that are featured in this app are Russian channels.
If you have a Chromecast at home, you can cast the video content from your phone to your TV. However, it is best to note that some channels may not be available in some regions.
2. Livestream (Streaming App)
If you’re looking for an app that allows you to watch various Livestreams, then the app “Livestream,” as the name suggests, might be the one for you. With this app, you can watch different real-time live streams around the world. From news to sports, they have it all.
If you ever feel like sharing your passions around the world, you can go live stream too to let the world know. However, you will need a paid subscription for you to do so.
3. Tubi (Streaming App)
Like our first app, the Tubi app also has over 10 million downloads. The Tubi app lets you watch thousands of movies and TV series for free. The best of all, Tubi is 100% legal. No credit cards or subscription required. As one of the largest free streaming services, Tubi continuously updates its list every week. So, you’ll never run out of videos to stream.
Despite not being a live TV app, Tubi is a good alternative to premium streaming services like Netflix or Hulu. Additionally, you can cast the videos that you are watching on your TV if it supports Miracast or Chromecast.
4. YuppTV (Indian Live TV)
If you’re looking for Indian content, then this app is for you. There are over 200 live TV channels available on this app. Surprisingly, almost all of them worked flawlessly. You can even get real-time TV discovery and watch daily soaps with this app.
Furthermore, this app features a catch-up TV mode that allows you to stream already aired content. While it may not offer the full array of channels, there is a good variety on the app.
We watched a couple of soaps, but the weird camera zoom-ins made us dizzy.
5. Viki (Asian TV and Movies)
If you want an app that lets you watch Korean Drama, Movies & Asian TV, then “Viki: Korean Drama, Movies & Asian TV” might just be the one for you. This app is perhaps one of the best streaming apps available on Android. We have tested this app for quite some time and watched a few series. It has performed remarkably throughout our usage.
In terms of video quality, it is almost always HD quality. You even get English subtitles on most, if not all, of the content. So, you are also able to understand everything that goes on on the screen. Everything from the interface to the streaming is top-notch and well-polished.
6. Cartoon Network App (Cartoon TV Series and Movies)
Cartoon Network remains to be one of the best apps to watch cartoons. The only issue is its availability since it may not be available for some countries. Kids of all ages will have fun watching the latest episodes on the app.
The app offers a surprisingly large amount of various cartoon shows. It also presents them in a very kid-friendly way. We certainly had a great time watching episodes of Adventure Time.
7. Al Jazeera (Middle Eastern News TV)
The Al Jazeera App remains one of the top news sources that takes global coverage of the topics and news programs around the globe. With over 220 million users and viewers around the world.
If you’re tired of news anchors speaking their personal opinions about the news, then this app is for you. If you are interested, you can also check out other news apps for Android to expand your horizons.
8. CNN World News (United States News TV)
The CNN app has a lot going on for it, with live audio news and fast video clips being uploaded, the app has it all. Although it is not a fully live TV app for Android, the video clips that accompany the news somehow does.
So, if you want to live TV news, then check out the top apps on the list here. On the other hand, if you seek more details about what’s happening, then the CNN app is for you. So, if you want to watch live TV news, then check out the top apps on the list here. On the other hand, if you seek more details about what’s happening, then the CNN app is for you.
FAQs
How to Watch Live TV on Android?
To watch live TV on Android, download one of the listed apps here. Once done, you are ready to watch live TV on Android!
What is Android TV?
Android TV is a platform developed by Google. It lets users watch TV using only their phones. You can learn more about it by visiting their website.
Apple TV vs Android TV – Which is best for you?
To be perfectly honest and biased, I would choose Android TV over Apple. For an in-depth comparison, check out our Apple TV vs Android TV article.
Best App to Watch Live Football on Android?
Streaming live football can be a bit tricky on Android, especially if you want it free, but we already have listed some great ways to catch NFL games on Android. You can check it out in our other articles.
Can I Get Live TV without Internet?
No, unless your smartphone comes with a built-in TV antenna. Although, you can purchase a digital TV tuner receiver for Android on Amazon. It will give your Android phone the capability to view local TV broadcasts.
How To Download Zee Bangla App?
You can download Zee Bangla App on the Google Play store.
Conclusion
Watching live TV on Android phone is now easier than ever. These apps will keep you entertained for a long while. When we first tested these apps, we watched a couple of Korean Soaps.
We still enjoy watching Korean TV shows live up to this day after 2 years. We hope that you’ll enjoy watching TV content on your Android device/s too.
If you have a better alternative or a suggestion, feel free to give us your feedback in the comments below!
(what is meant by “without leaving the app”. Reword?)
Thank you for reading. We have corrected this error.
Awesome ! Thank You
Thank you for reading and feedback.
How can i get romanian tv channels on my tablet
Hi Catherine,
Have you tried all of the apps in the article? If you have and still can´t get the channels you want you can always try Kodi, that offers a large variety of international channels. Thanks for commenting.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.xbmc.kodi&hl=_419
What do you not under stand about the word Live? These are all prerecorded apps that play prerecorded stuff. Live channels fox,abc,nbc,hbo etc
Dear ER,
We have listed apps wherein you can watch live TV, movies, pre-recorded shows, etc. Some may not exactly show the live TV telecast, however the app will be useful to watch the TV shows, movies etc.
Hope this helps and thanks for reading.
Regards
Martin D
@Martin, can you also tag the exact ones that offer live tv vs the recorded programs?
Lol, you forgot nymeriatv.com not only does it lets you watch your tv shows for free, you also have the option to download the videos and watch it anytime on your mobile phones. give it a try.
The “TV.com” App is no longer available! Why write about something that no longer is available?
Debbie,
Thank you for notifying this to us.
Its time for us to update this article.
We are going to update soon.
Cheers
Martin
Great list, top suggestions, strong overview of what each app does. Thanks for taking the time to review and share. Installed both LiveNow and Crackle – both are working and streaming beautifully!
Glad you liked it, Pax. Let us know what you think after using those apps for a while.
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for beautiful apps
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great post, I have been looking for this for a while and i just googled it and i found this blog, thanks for sharing such apps, now i can watch live Tv on my android
Glad you liked! Enjoy the tv experience on your Android device.
Thank u so much,I have been looking for the site since!
Gent,
Please put any app that have no need internet connection…..dvbt….
i,m looking for those app that convert my tablet to digital tv without using tv tuner or internet….
i mean recieving digital signal by wifi or bluetooth….
Thx
Seriously? Dude buy a TV already. No method exists to do this as of now. You can purchase a Chinese tab which does come with a TV antenna other than that he will need internet. Or you can stream content from his main PC to his tablet without internet but through WiFi network.
Showbox and Mobdro are without doubt the 2 best apps available!!!
Thanks for feedback.
Try android app World News Live 24 for live streaming of news by BBC World News, CNNI, euro news, eNCA, Aljazeera, Sky News and others. There is a need to develop an android app for Wiziwig.tv which does extensive live streaming of sports
limo tv pro is the best
the best software for android is my webtv: http://www.mocasoft.ro/tv-online-romania-pentru-windows-si-android-cu-my-webtv/
Mihai,
Thanks for the suggestion, we will surely look into it.
hello Dani, I use it all the time
“The game says it all” or the name says it all?
Nice Catch 😉
Thanks Dani for the helpful article but I’ve still some problem.
I’m using Nokia Lumia 640 XL, and I want to know that how do I run those apps?
Actually I love to see live TV, movies trailer , so can you help me???
Thanks for the article! I Thnik that you should include hulu in this list. I love it especially because I can watch the latest Family Guy episodes 1 day after they air. btw, if you folks live outside USA like me, you can use UnoTelly or other similar tools to access Hulu, Crackle etc overseas.
Hi Adam,
Thanks for your suggestion and your comment. I am sure other readers will also give Hulu a try with your positive feedback.
how can i get mobdro to work by casting to t v it starts to play thru my chromecast then stops thanks
Hey Maxx, what version of Android are you using? Also what smartphone do you have? Thanks
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Thank you 🙂
good day all
please is there any android app i can use watch urban trace and maybe other usa apps.
thanks
Joshua,
I checked, I don’t think there is an app which shows Urban Trace. I’ll keep looking though.
Thanks for the information, watch indian tv channels on androind using yupptv application, i have been using the app from the past 6 months and having great fun
Hi Mustafa,
You are most welcome and thanks for your suggestions. I am glad that it is working out for you. =-) Thanks for commenting!
The best app for watching live TV sports, news Movies and lots more is MOBDRO… search for the app
Hi Emmanuel,
Thanks for your suggestion. I´m sure many will find it useful. =-)
hello, can you list out apps country wise..
Pluto.TV is like basic cable for your phone.
I personally use QuikrMovies.Com for downloading and watching movies, tv shows online, this website has nice user interface and no advertisements. Everybody should check this out, Thanks.
Hi Carolyn,
Thanks for sharing what you use to watch movies. No ads? Wow, that´s great! How long have you been using it?. =-)