Roku Alternatives

Roku is described as 'Provides the simplest way to stream entertainment to your TV. On your terms. With thousands of available channels to choose from' and is a Video Streaming app in the video & movies category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Roku for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, Android, Windows, Linux and Mac apps. The best Roku alternative is Stremio, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Roku are Kodi, JustWatch, Pluto TV and Universal Media Server.

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Roku alternatives are mainly Video Streaming Apps but may also be Movie Streaming Services or Media Centers.  Filter by these or use the filter bar below if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of Roku.
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Roku alternatives page was last updated Nov 9, 2024
  1. Fire OS icon
     2 likes

    Amazon Fire OS is an Android-based mobile operating system produced by Amazon for its Fire Phone and Kindle Fire range of tablets, and Fire TV; the tablet versions of the Kindle e-readers are the Fire range. It is forked from Android.

    11 Fire OS alternatives
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    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Kindle Fire
    • Fire TV

    Fire OS Features

    1.  Launcher
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  2. tvOS icon
     1 like

    Find out how your apps can take advantage of the latest features in tvOS to create immersive experiences for Apple TV.

    14 tvOS alternatives
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    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Apple TV
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  3. Tamilrockers icon
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    Tamilrockers providing movie related information for Tamil Movies, Hollywood Movies, Hindi Movies, Telugu Movies and Kannada Movies.

    45 Tamilrockers alternatives
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    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    Tamilrockers iconRoku Icon

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  4. teapod icon
     2 likes

    Alternative front-end for Crunchyroll.

    8 teapod alternatives
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    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Android

    teapod Features

    1.  Watch anime
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  5. Shout! Factory Tv icon
     6 likes

    Free TV platform by the creators of Mystery Science Theater 3000 (MST3K) box sets

    71 Shout! Factory Tv alternatives
    Shout! Factory Tv screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online

    Shout! Factory Tv Features

    1.  Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
    2.  TV Streaming
    Shout! Factory Tv iconRoku Icon

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  6. Watchug icon
     1 like

    Watchug is an exceptional online platform that offers an extensive collection of movies spanning various genres like drama, comedy, action, sci-fi, and many more. With its diverse library, Watchug caters to all types of movie enthusiasts, whether they are looking to indulge in...

    46 Watchug alternatives
    Watchug screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Platforms

    • Online

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Dark Mode
    2.  Watch Live TV
    3.  Picture in Picture
    4.  Chromecast Support
    5.  No Tracking
    6.  AirPlay Support
    7.  No registration required
    8.  Portable
    9.  TV Streaming
    Watchug iconRoku Icon

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  7. StreamGuide icon
     1 like

    Tired of searching everywhere for something good to watch? We give you suggestions based on what you like, and you can keep track of everything you want to watch. No more switching between different apps – we bring all the movies and TV shows together in one place.

    6 StreamGuide alternatives
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    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Dark Mode
    2.  Personalized Recommendations
    3.  No registration required
    4.  Streaming
    StreamGuide iconRoku Icon

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  8. Cinetimes.org icon
     4 likes

    Welcome to Cinetimes. Start watching free public domain Films, Series, Documentaries and Cartoons available on the internet, added by users and sorted by us.

    23 Cinetimes.org alternatives
    Cinetimes.org screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Platforms

    • Online

    Cinetimes.org Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Personalized Recommendations
    3.  No registration required
    4.  User Rating
    5.  Streaming
    6.  TV Streaming
    Cinetimes.org iconRoku Icon

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  9. Squire icon
     21 likes

    Squire is a media center to stream movies and shows from torrents or local files. It’s an always-running menu bar app. The brain where all the local video files or installed streams are processed and sent to the clients.

    58 Squire alternatives
    Squire screenshot 1

    License model

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple TV

    Squire Features

    1.  Stream video to Apple TV
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    • Squire is the most popular commercial alternative to Roku.

    • Squire is Paid and ProprietaryRoku is Free and Proprietary
  10. WatchPlayStream.com icon
     6 likes

    WatchPlayStream is a new movie streaming search engine. Discover and watch new films and decide where to stream them (e.g. Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu etc.). Always the best results and price comparison for the lowest price (rent & download).

    40 WatchPlayStream.com alternatives

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Hulu
    • Amazon Video
    • Netflix

    WatchPlayStream.com Features

    1.  Integrated Search
    2.  Watchlists
    3.  Streaming
    4.  Meta-Search
    WatchPlayStream.com iconRoku Icon

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  11. FlickZee icon
     1 like

    FlickZee helps you Find What to Watch Now on Streaming Services with detailed Meta-Information about Movies & Shows

    23 FlickZee alternatives

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    FlickZee iconRoku Icon

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  12. PooStream icon
     3 likes

    PooStream is a search and discovery platform for movies and tv shows. it scans the internet to list all the best websites where you can watch movies and TV shows you love for free or at a lower cost. You are kept up to date with what is new.

    31 PooStream alternatives
    PooStream screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online

    PooStream Features

    1.  Search movies by actors
    2.  Scanner
    3.  Streaming
    4.  TV Streaming
    PooStream iconRoku Icon

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