Best Free Local TV Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated November 2026

With an average user rating of 4.6★, the free local tv category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 250+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Free Local TV Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1LocalPlay TVLocalPlay TVFree4.0★ (8)NoNoNov 2026
2LocalTV+LocalTV+Free4.7★ (191)NoNoNov 2026
3FREECABLE TV: News & TV ShowsFREECABLE TV: News & TV ShowsFree4.7★ (45K)YesNoNov 2026
4Pluto TV: Watch Free Movies/TVPluto TV: Watch Free Movies/TVFree4.8★ (1.6M)YesNoNov 2026
5Local Now: News, TV & MoviesLocal Now: News, TV & MoviesFree4.3★ (1.4K)YesNoOct 2026
6CBSCBSFree4.8★ (72K)YesNoNov 2026
7Fubo: Watch Live TV & SportsFubo: Watch Live TV & SportsFree4.5★ (112K)YesNoNov 2026
8Pick TV - Watch live TVPick TV - Watch live TVFree—NoNoJul 2026

Top Picks for Free Local TV

LocalPlay TV#1

LocalPlay TV by Robert Kulakowski

Access Local Broadcast TV
Editor's Choice
🌟 Lifestyle
4.0(8 ratings)
Free
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Access local broadcast television channels on your modern devices without cable subscriptions. Enjoy live news, sports, and prime-time shows as they air in your region. The app offers straightforward setup and flexible viewing options.

LocalTV+#2

LocalTV+ by Mass Localtv, Inc.

Local Boston TV Streaming
Strong Contender
🎬 Entertainment
4.7(191 ratings)
Free
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Stream local Boston TV channels, including news, sports, and network shows, for free. Enjoy background playback and AirPlay support to enhance your viewing experience without any subscriptions.

FREECABLE TV: News & TV Shows#3

FREECABLE TV: News & TV Shows by MixerBox Inc.

2000+ TV Channels & Movies App
Worth Considering
📡 News
4.7😊(45K ratings)
FreeAds
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Stream over 2000 TV channels, movies, and live news without a subscription. Access a wide variety of programs including sports, TV series, and entertainment content directly on your phone.

What We Love

  • 👍 Enjoyable and entertaining TV shows
  • 🚀 Efficient navigation and content discovery
  • 💡 Wide variety of content genres
  • 🎉 Free TV and movie streaming
  • 📺 Ability to watch live news and local channels

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional playback issues and freezing
  • ⚠️ Intrusive and frequent advertisements
  • 🔍 Limited episode/season availability for some shows
  • 🔊 Audio quality and sync problems
  • 📱 Compatibility issues on older devices

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FAQ about Free Local TV

What are the best free local tv apps for iPhone?
LocalPlay TV tops our free local tv apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.0-star average from 8 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
LocalPlay TV has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 250+ free local tv apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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