Tablo

Tablo

Watch the best of TV!

57 ratings
289 reviews
Free
With Ads

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 27, 2023
  • September 7, 2026

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Record and watch live TV from your antenna and streaming channels without a subscription. Access broadcast content and local news on any device in your home, including smartphones and tablets.

βœ“Record live TV
βœ“Watch streaming channels
βœ“No subscription required
βœ“Access on all home devices
βœ“Includes local news and sports
βœ“Works with TV antennas
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What's New in Tablo

2.3.0

September 7, 2026

- Adds Bluetooth assist for Wi-Fi setup - Fix for playback issues related to use with Apple HomePods - Fix for screen rotation issue on iPad - Other smaller bug fixes and performance improvements

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User reviews

Not what it used to be

I have been using Tablo for over a decade. I was once able to record shows or events while away from home as well as watch them through the app, but that has seemed to change and you can no longer do that. What a step back for the company. What was once an awesome product is now not so good

Way too buggy

I had the old Tablo, which was perfectly reliable. I got the newer hardware and the new app. When it works, it’s neat. But it was a major pain to install. Worse, it’s almost 100% that I can’t watch a recorded show without turning everything off and then on again, often more than once. I wish I had the old β€œlegacy” system back.
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Works good so far!

Setup was easy. Reading some of the other reviews, it seems like they’ve made a lot of improvements. I had no issues setting up the app, scanning for channels, updating firmware, or downloading the schedule. Large TV in the basement may be ever so slightly a little bit glitchy, but not sure if that’s the TV or Wi-Fi. Works a little better on tv on main floor. Using Apple TV on both. Basement tv is older model.
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Bring the old app back!

The new app is cluttered with issues. It will not load; no one that has a Tablo cares about free streaming shows and movies which seem to be degrading this new app. If the company that created this product cares at all about what the users want go back to the old app.

Absolute trash

I stopped using this app a few months ago but every once in a while, I’ll fire it up and see if it got any better.
Nope.

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Inability to watch recordings in progress

Bug

Unreliable channel scanning and guide data

Bug

Connectivity issues with certain network setups

Bug

Compatibility problems with newer devices

Bug
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Requested Features

4 requests

Picture-in-picture mode

Feature

Remote access to recordings

Feature

Improved channel guide and DVR management

Feature

Seamless integration with smart home devices

Feature

FAQ

What does the Tablo app do?

The Tablo app allows you to watch and record live TV from your TV antenna and ad-supported streaming channels. It delivers this content to any screen in your home, including your iPhone or iPad, without requiring a subscription.

How do I get live TV with Tablo?

To use Tablo, you connect your TV antenna to the Tablo device and connect the device to your home network. The Tablo app then lets you access live sports, local news, and broadcast TV shows on your iOS-enabled devices.

Is Tablo free to use?

The Tablo app itself is free to download and use for watching live TV and streaming channels. However, the Tablo device is a hardware purchase. The app does contain ads.

What devices are compatible with Tablo?

The Tablo app is compatible with iPhone and iPad devices. The Tablo system also works with smart TVs and other streaming media devices, allowing you to watch your favorite shows on various screens throughout your home.

Can I record shows with Tablo?

Yes, a key feature of Tablo is its ability to record live TV. You can record broadcast TV shows, live sports, and local news directly through the Tablo device and access these recordings via the app.