Best Anime Watch Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated November 2026

With an average user rating of 4.2β˜…, the anime watch apps category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 248+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Anime Watch Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Anilyme : Watch AnimeAnilyme : Watch AnimeFree4.3β˜… (4.1K)YesNoOct 2026
2RetroCrushRetroCrushFree4.7β˜… (4.4K)YesYesOct 2026
3TizaniTizaniFree4.6β˜… (98)NoYesOct 2026
4Aniwatch TV - Anime RealmAniwatch TV - Anime RealmFree2.7β˜… (1.7K)YesNoOct 2026
5Venabox : Anime Slayer PlusVenabox : Anime Slayer PlusFree4.1β˜… (7K)YesNoNov 2026
6AniHub Max - Anime WorldAniHub Max - Anime WorldFree4.4β˜… (747)YesYesOct 2026
7Anime Watching Apps - Elser.AIAnime Watching Apps - Elser.AIFree5.0β˜… (4)NoYesMay 2026
8AniBox - Anime & MangaAniBox - Anime & MangaFree2.8β˜… (13)YesYesOct 2026

Top Picks for Anime Watch Apps

4.3😐(4.1K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Explore the motivations of fictional antagonists. This app generates detailed backstories and driving forces for villains based on simple character traits. Uncover the 'why' behind their dark ambitions.

What We Love

  • πŸ‘ Good app for watching anime
  • πŸš€ Free and entertaining
  • πŸ‘ Great app to use

Room to Improve

  • πŸ” Lacking some popular anime titles
  • πŸ’€ Too many ads
  • πŸ› Playback issues and crashes
RetroCrush#2

RetroCrush by Cinedigm

Stream Classic Anime
Strong Contender
🎬 Entertainment
4.7😐(4.4K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Stream a curated selection of classic anime, including exclusive English releases. Revisit beloved series and uncover hidden gems for all anime enthusiasts.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Great selection of classic anime
  • πŸ‘ Excellent streaming quality
  • πŸ’‘ Dedicated curated content channel
  • πŸ†“ Free with optional premium subscription

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Frequent app freezes and crashes
  • πŸ” Poor search and browsing experience
  • 🚫 Inability to cast to TV
  • πŸ“Ί Lack of landscape mode support
  • πŸ’€ Inconsistent watch history and favorites tracking
Tizani#3

Tizani by TIZANI LLC

Anime tracker and reviews
Worth Considering
🎬 Entertainment
4.6(98 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Organize your anime viewing, discover new shows, and share your opinions with friends. Track what you've watched, create custom lists, and engage with a community of anime fans. Offers optional subscriptions for enhanced features and customization.

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FAQ about Anime Watch Apps

What are the best anime watch apps for iPhone?
Anilyme : Watch Anime tops our anime watch apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.3-star average from 4.1K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes β€” 20 of the top anime watch apps we rank are free to download, including Anilyme : Watch Anime and RetroCrush.
Anilyme : Watch Anime shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 248+ anime watch apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.