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Best Discovery Channel Apps

243+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated September 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good discovery channel apps. We benchmark 243+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Discovery Channel Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1discovery+ | Stream TV Showsdiscovery+ | Stream TV ShowsFree4.9★ (914K)YesYesSep 2026
2Discovery GODiscovery GOFree4.7★ (35K)YesNoSep 2026
3HISTORY: Shows & DocumentariesHISTORY: Shows & DocumentariesFree4.6★ (1.7K)YesNoSep 2026
4Discovery en Español GODiscovery en Español GOFree4.6★ (1.2K)YesNoSep 2026
5ID GO - Stream Live TVID GO - Stream Live TVFree4.8★ (78K)YesNoSep 2026
6Animal Planet GOAnimal Planet GOFree4.8★ (12K)YesNoSep 2026
7Travel ChannelTravel ChannelFree4.8★ (22K)YesNoSep 2026
8Science Channel GOScience Channel GOFree4.7★ (5.2K)YesNoSep 2026

Top Picks for Discovery Channel

discovery+ | Stream TV Shows#1

discovery+ | Stream TV Shows by Discovery Communications

Watch original series & movies
Editor's Choice
🎬 Entertainment
4.9😐(914K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#22in Entertainment
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Stream a vast library of original series and movies across genres like Food, Home, True Crime, and Nature. Enjoy content from popular TV brands and discover new episodes anytime, anywhere on compatible devices.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great app but disorganized
  • 👍 Love the shows
  • 👍 Affordable plans
  • 👍 No ads
  • 👍 Lots of content
  • 👍 Paranormal and true crime shows

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Clunky search
  • 🐛 Long load times
  • 🐛 Freezing/crashing issues
  • 🐛 Inconsistent episode uploads
  • 🐛 Difficult to cancel subscription
  • 🐛 Constant login issues
  • 🐛 No download option
  • 🐛 Cluttered 'Continue Watching' list
  • 🐛 Lack of Chromecast/TV integration
Discovery GO#2

Discovery GO by Discovery Communications

Watch with TV Provider
Strong Contender
🎬 Entertainment
4.7😞(35K ratings)
FreeAds
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Stream your favorite Discovery shows and access content from up to 14 additional networks, including TLC and HGTV. Watch new episodes the same day they premiere on TV and enjoy thousands of episodes on demand. Requires a pay TV subscription to access.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great content library
  • 👍 Convenient on-the-go viewing
  • 💡 Ability to catch up on missed shows

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
  • 📺 Excessive and repetitive commercials
  • 🔍 Difficulty resuming shows from where left off
  • 🔌 Inconsistent performance and streaming quality
HISTORY: Shows & Documentaries#3

HISTORY: Shows & Documentaries by A+E Global Media

Watch your favorite TV series
Worth Considering
🎬 Entertainment
4.6😊(1.7K ratings)
FreeAds
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Stream a vast library of popular HISTORY TV series and documentaries. Watch full episodes, catch up on seasons, and access exclusive clips. Create a profile to continue watching across devices.

What We Love

  • 🤩 Fascinating mystery
  • 👍 Diligent and dedicated team
  • 🎉 Exciting new discoveries
  • 🙌 Integrity and care for the work
  • 📺 Enjoyable to watch

Room to Improve

  • 🔍 Slow progress
  • 🚨 Frequent commercial breaks
  • 🐛 Streaming issues and glitches
  • 🤯 Too many ads
  • 🔒 Limited access without cable subscription

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FAQ about Discovery Channel

What are the best discovery channel apps for iPhone?
discovery+ | Stream TV Shows tops our discovery channel apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 914K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top discovery channel apps we rank are free to download, including discovery+ | Stream TV Shows and Discovery GO.
discovery+ | Stream TV Shows shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 243+ discovery channel apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app offers a streaming library of original series and movies. You can find content across genres such as Food, Home, Travel, True Crime, Paranormal, and Nature. It also includes popular shows from brands like HGTV, Food Network, and TLC.
Key features include access to must-see original series and popular shows from top TV brands, an award-winning collection of natural history documentaries, and an ever-growing catalog of new TV series. You can browse or search by genre, watch anytime on compatible devices, and cast to your TV.