Best Documentary Channel Apps

247+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our documentary channel list covers 247+ iPhone apps updated through October 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Documentary Channel Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Documentary ChannelDocumentary ChannelFree5.0★ (2)NoYesOct 2026
2HISTORY: Shows & DocumentariesHISTORY: Shows & DocumentariesFree4.6★ (1.8K)YesNoNov 2026
3PBS: Watch TV & DocumentariesPBS: Watch TV & DocumentariesFree4.9★ (356K)NoNoNov 2026
4Documentary Movie ChannelDocumentary Movie ChannelFree5.0★ (1)YesYesMay 2026
5APHD CHANNELAPHD CHANNELFree—NoYesMay 2026
6C5.nowC5.nowFree4.9★ (232)NoYesOct 2026
7The Arts ChannelThe Arts ChannelFree—NoYesOct 2026
8Travel ChannelTravel ChannelFree4.8★ (22K)YesNoNov 2026

Top Picks for Documentary Channel

Documentary Channel#1

Documentary Channel by Katapy

LIFE. CAMERA. ACTION.
Editor's Choice
🌟 Lifestyle
5.0(2 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app is a streaming service dedicated to independent documentaries, offering a curated selection of films with added context and community features. Discover new voices and perspectives from around the world, anytime, on any device.

HISTORY: Shows & Documentaries#2

HISTORY: Shows & Documentaries by A+E Global Media

Watch your favorite TV series
Strong Contender
🎬 Entertainment
4.6😊(1.8K 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
PBS: Watch TV & Documentaries#3

PBS: Watch TV & Documentaries by PBS

Stream News, Movies, and Shows
Worth Considering
🎬 Entertainment
4.9😐(356K ratings)
Free
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Stream a vast library of award-winning documentaries, iconic series, and live local TV from your PBS station. Discover new shows and catch up on favorites across drama, news, history, science, and arts anytime, anywhere.

What We Love

  • 🎥 Excellent programming, especially documentaries
  • 🎨 High-quality, diverse content
  • 📺 Ability to watch shows on-demand
  • 🎬 Exclusive access to shows through Passport
  • 🌍 Variety of international and British shows
  • 🧠 Informative and educational programming

Room to Improve

  • 🤖 Buggy app with frequent crashes
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding and resuming shows
  • 💰 Paywall for most content, even for donors
  • 🇨🇦 Limited availability for Canadian users
  • 📢 Intrusive ads even for Passport members
  • 🔀 Inconsistent navigation and user experience

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FAQ about Documentary Channel

What are the best documentary channel apps for iPhone?
Documentary Channel tops our documentary channel apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 5.0-star average from 2 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top documentary channel apps we rank are free to download, including Documentary Channel and HISTORY: Shows & Documentaries.
Documentary Channel has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 247+ documentary channel apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.