Google TV AlternativesVideo & Movie Streaming Services like Google TV

Google TV is described as '(also still known as Google Play Movies & TV or Google Play Movies in some regions) is an online video on demand service operated by Google' and is a popular Video Streaming app in the video & movies category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Google TV for a variety of platforms, including Android, iPhone, Web-based, iPad and Android Tablet apps. The best Google TV alternative is Stremio, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Google TV are Netflix, Hulu, Max and Frames.

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  1. Stremio icon
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    Versatile media center enabling seamless streaming of films, series, and YouTube in HD with subtitle support. Cast effortlessly to TV with DLNA, Chromecast integration. Explore via add-ons like Netflix, Amazon, torrent-streaming. Enjoy media faster with smart suggestions and episode alerts across all devices while remaining ad-free; no user account required.

    87 Stremio alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Country of Origin

    • BG flagBulgaria
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak

    Top Stremio Features

    1.  Torrent Streaming
    2.  Media Center
    3.  Movie Streaming
    4.  Support for IPTV
    5.  Automatic subtitles download
    6.  TV Streaming
    7.  Casting to TV
    8.  Torrent player
    9.  Dark Mode
    10.  Media Server
    11.  No registration required
    12.  Built-in subtitle search

    Stremio VS Google TV

     
    • Stremio is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to Google TV.

    • Stremio is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Google TV.

    • Stremio is Free and Open SourceGoogle TV is Paid and Proprietary
  2. Netflix icon
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    Access a vast library of global content with Netflix's movies and TV shows streaming, available in 4K. Experience seamless viewing across multiple devices, including Chromecast and AirPlay support, plus offline download options for flexible watching. Enjoy personalized recommendations through the intuitive interface.

    107 Netflix alternatives

    License model

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Daydream
    • Kindle Fire
    • Playstation
    • Fire TV
    • Nintendo Switch
    • Xbox

    Top Netflix Features

    1.  Movie Streaming
    2.  Support for 4K
    3.  Media Streaming
    4.  Movies Filtering
    5.  Casting to TV
    6.  Support for subtitles
    7.  Dark Mode
    8.  HDR Support
    9.  Works Offline
    10.  Dolby Vision
    11.  Search movies by actors
    12.  Kids Mode

    Netflix VS Google TV

     
    • Netflix is the most popular Web-based & iPad alternative to Google TV.

    • Netflix is the most popular commercial alternative to Google TV.

    • Netflix is Paid and ProprietaryGoogle TV is also Paid and Proprietary
  3. Hulu icon
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    Access thousands of episodes and films from current and classic TV shows on your favorite devices. Enjoy exclusive originals and movies with Hulu's subscription, featuring seamless streaming and personalized recommendations across a wide array of entertainment options.

    89 Hulu alternatives

    License model

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Apple TV
    • Playstation VR
    • Daydream
    • Kindle Fire
    • Playstation
    • Fire TV
    • Gear VR
    • Xbox
    • Meta Quest

    Hulu Features

    1.  Media Streaming
    2.  Track movies
    3.  TV Streaming
    4.  Watch Videos Together
    5.  Watch videos
    6.  Movie Streaming
    7.  Watch Live TV
    8.  Dark Mode
    9.  Kids Mode
    10.  Support for 4K

    Hulu VS Google TV

     
  4. Max icon
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    Max is a streaming app that combines all of HBO with even more must-see TV series, blockbuster movies, and exclusive Max Originals.

    67 Max alternatives

    License model

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Android TV
    • Playstation
    • Fire TV
    • Roku
    • Chromecast
    • Xbox

    Top Max Features

    1.  Watch videos
    2.  Share Videos
    3.  Streaming
    4.  TV Streaming
    5.  Search movies by actors
    6.  Movie Streaming
    7.  Watch Live TV
    8.  Support for 4K
    9.  Kids Mode
    10.  Dark Mode
    11.  Support for HD videos
    12.  Chromecast Support

    Max VS Google TV

     
  5. Frames icon
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    Frames is a modern SVOD (Streaming Video on Demand) streaming service built with React and NestJS. It allows you to stream MP4 files from virtually any provider including local storage, S3, Dropbox, Google Drive, and more.

    47 Frames alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker

    Top Frames Features

    1.  Dark Mode
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Personalized Recommendations
    4.  Watch Videos Together
    5.  Playlists
    6.  Built-in media player
    7.  Content Filtering
    8. Dropbox icon  Dropbox integration
    9.  S3 integration
    10. Google Drive icon  Google Drive integration
    11.  In built video player
    12.  Integrated Chat

    Frames VS Google TV

     
    • Frames is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Google TV.

    • Frames is Free and Open SourceGoogle TV is Paid and Proprietary
  6. Apple TV icon
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    Continue to watch your favorite shows and movies, discover new content, and find new video apps. With the Apple TV App, you can do it all in one place.

    55 Apple TV alternatives

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Playstation
    • Fire TV
    • Roku
    • Chromecast
    • Xbox
    • Android Tablet

    Apple TV Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Movie Streaming
    3.  Watch Videos Together
    4.  Support for 4K
    5.  Dark Mode
    6.  Chromecast Support
    7.  Kids Mode
    8.  AirPlay Support
    9.  VOD

    Apple TV VS Google TV

     
  7. Playary icon
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    Discover, Share, and Connect: Your Gateway to Independent Music and Podcasts.

    300 Playary alternatives

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Country of Origin

    • TR flagTürkiye

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Apple TV

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Movie Streaming
    2.  Playlists management
    3.  Podcast Hosting
    4.  Dark Mode
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Personalized Recommendations
    7.  Two-factor Authentication
    8.  Kids Mode
    9.  No registration required
    10.  Support for Gestures
    11.  Hardware Accelerated
    12.  Support for 4K

    Playary VS Google TV

     
  8. Tizen OS icon
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    Tizen is an open source mobile and device operating system based on Linux developed by Samsung and Intel.

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Linux Mobile

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Works Offline
    2.  Linux-based
    3.  MultiTouch
    4.  Multitasking

    Tizen OS VS Google TV

     
  9. BBC iPlayer icon
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    BBC iPlayer is a free service that can let you watch old TV and radio programmes that were live during the last seven days, but also you can watch films/movies for free. It is a UK service and NOT available anywhere else.

    52 BBC iPlayer alternatives

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple TV

    BBC iPlayer Features

    1.  Kids Mode
    2.  Support for 4K
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  Dark Mode
    5.  No registration required
    6.  Multi-streaming
    7.  Chromecast Support

    BBC iPlayer VS Google TV

     
  10. Disney+ Hotstar icon
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    Access Indian and international TV, movies, and exclusive sports coverage, including major leagues and special shows, watch live news channels, enjoy HD and ad-free streaming, explore content in 17 languages, and get early-access with multiple subscription options.

    36 Disney+ Hotstar alternatives

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Country of Origin

    • IN flagIndia

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad

    Top Disney+ Hotstar Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Watch Videos Together
    3.  Movie Streaming
    4.  Watch Live TV
    5.  Works Offline
    6.  Multi-streaming
    7.  No registration required
    8.  Dark Mode
    9.  Chromecast Support
    10.  On-demand Streaming
    11.  Support for 4K
    12.  Personalized Recommendations

    Disney+ Hotstar VS Google TV

     
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    Plasma Bigscreen is an open-source user interface for TV's. Running on top of a Linux distribution, Plasma Bigscreen turns your TV or setup-box into a fully hackable device. A big launcher giving you easy access to any installed apps and skills.

    16 Plasma Bigscreen alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • KDE

    Plasma Bigscreen Features

    1.  No Tracking
    2.  KDE
    3. KDE Plasma icon  KDE Plasma integration
    4.  Media Streaming

    Plasma Bigscreen VS Google TV

     
  12. Paramount+ icon
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    Welcome to A Mountain of Entertainment. Stream tens of thousands of full episodes—including favorites from CBS, Nickelodeon, Nick Jr., Comedy Central, BET, MTV and Smithsonian Channel—plus exclusive shows, brand-new originals, and live sporting events like UEFA Champions League...

    86 Paramount+ alternatives

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    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Android TV

    Paramount+ Features

    1.  Kids Mode
    2.  Watch Live TV
    3.  TV Streaming

    Paramount+ VS Google TV

     
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