Best Free Local TV Live Apps

243+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

With an average user rating of 4.3★, the free local tv live category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 243+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Free Local TV Live Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Local Now: News, TV & MoviesLocal Now: News, TV & MoviesFree4.3★ (1.4K)YesNoOct 2026
2LocalPlay TVLocalPlay TVFree4.0★ (8)NoNoNov 2026
3LocalTV+LocalTV+Free4.7★ (191)NoNoNov 2026
4DIRECTV: TV & Movie StreamingDIRECTV: TV & Movie StreamingFree4.6★ (630K)YesNoNov 2026
5NetCom TV: Live TV & NewsNetCom TV: Live TV & NewsFree3.9★ (14)YesNoNov 2026
6TV Guide: Streaming & Live TVTV Guide: Streaming & Live TVFree4.3★ (117K)YesNoNov 2026
7Pick TV - Watch live TVPick TV - Watch live TVFree—NoNoJul 2026
8Pluto TV: Watch Free Movies/TVPluto TV: Watch Free Movies/TVFree4.8★ (1.6M)YesNoNov 2026

Top Picks for Free Local TV Live

Local Now: News, TV & Movies#1

Local Now: News, TV & Movies by Weather Group, LLC

Stream Weather, Shows & More
Editor's Choice
📡 News
4.3😐(1.4K ratings)
FreeAds
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Stream local news and weather from over 400 channels, plus thousands of Hollywood movies. Discover a wide variety of content including national news, courtroom dramas, comedy, horror, and travel shows, all available for free.

What We Love

  • 👍 Great free streaming app
  • 🚀 Efficient and fast
  • 📺 Variety of local and national channels
  • 🌐 Comprehensive local news coverage

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
  • 🔁 Constant channel switching and looping
  • 🔇 Audio issues and lack of sound
  • 🤖 Poor navigation and UI, especially on tablets
  • 📺 Unreliable live stream playback
LocalPlay TV#2

LocalPlay TV by Robert Kulakowski

Access Local Broadcast TV
Strong Contender
🌟 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+#3

LocalTV+ by Mass Localtv, Inc.

Local Boston TV Streaming
Worth Considering
🎬 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.

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FAQ about Free Local TV Live

What are the best free local tv live apps for iPhone?
Local Now: News, TV & Movies tops our free local tv live apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.3-star average from 1.4K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Local Now: News, TV & Movies shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 243+ free local tv live apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.