Best Live TV Channel Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated November 2026

Out of 250+ live tv channel apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Live TV Channel Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1India TV listings live (IN)India TV listings live (IN)Free3.5★ (2)NoNoMay 2026
2YouTube TVYouTube TVFree3.6★ (60K)YesNoNov 2026
3Pick TV - Watch live TVPick TV - Watch live TVFree—NoNoJul 2026
4Philo: Shows, Movies & Live TVPhilo: Shows, Movies & Live TVFree4.8★ (70K)YesYesNov 2026
5TLC GO - Stream Live TVTLC GO - Stream Live TVFree4.8★ (118K)YesNoNov 2026
6MaxTV LiveMaxTV LiveFree—NoNoOct 2026
7UK Live TV ChannelsUK Live TV ChannelsFree3.8★ (10)YesNoOct 2026
8Tuner: Live TV, Catch-up & DVRTuner: Live TV, Catch-up & DVRFree——NoOct 2026

Top Picks for Live TV Channel

India TV listings live (IN)#1

India TV listings live (IN) by French Kiss Apps

Television program live
Editor's Choice
🎬 Entertainment
3.5(2 ratings)
Free
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Access a comprehensive TV guide for all Indian channels, featuring up-to-date program listings. Set alarms for your favorite shows and easily bookmark channels for quick access. Enjoy a user-friendly interface optimized for modern devices.

YouTube TV#2

YouTube TV by Google

Watch & DVR Live TV
Strong Contender
🎬 Entertainment
3.6😐(60K ratings)
FreeAds
#19in Entertainment
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Stream live TV from over 100 networks, including local sports and news, without a cable box. Record shows with unlimited cloud DVR storage and share accounts with household members. Cancel anytime with a monthly membership.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great alternative to cable
  • 👍 Lots of channel options
  • 👍 Sports features like key plays
  • 👍 Ability to record shows
  • 👍 Ability to access on the go
  • 👍 Cheaper than cable

Room to Improve

  • 🔍 Too many ads
  • 🐛 Playback issues like freezing and audio problems
  • 🐛 Difficulty finding and managing recorded shows
  • 🐛 Inconsistent volume levels
  • 🐛 Buggy app behavior on various devices
  • 💰 Expensive for the value provided
  • 🔍 Missing some popular channels
0.0😊(0 ratings)
Free
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Stream live TV channels from around the world in over 30 languages. Enjoy a massive selection of sports, news, movies, and more with a user-friendly interface. New content is added weekly.

What We Love

  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 📺 Diverse content library
  • 🚀 Seamless streaming experience
  • 📰 Excellent live news coverage
  • ⚽ Great for live sports events
  • 💰 Free content available
  • ✨ High-quality broadcasting
  • 📱 Convenient for on-the-go viewing
  • 💡 Innovative digital broadcasting
  • 🌟 Go-to platform for entertainment
  • ✅ Reliable and captivating content
  • 💯 Top-notch digital broadcasting quality
  • 🎉 Captivating entertainment programs
  • 🆓 Free-to-air TV access
  • 📲 Pocket TV experience
  • 🌐 Online broadcasting revolution
  • 🎯 One-stop platform for content needs
  • 🚀 Smooth transmission
  • 💡 Offline viewing feature (mentioned once)
  • 🎯 Recommendations are accurate (mentioned once)

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Buggy on iPhone (full-screen issue)
  • ⚠️ Difficult to navigate back from full-screen
  • ❌ App doesn't load past startup screen (on some devices)

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FAQ about Live TV Channel

What are the best live tv channel apps for iPhone?
India TV listings live (IN) tops our live tv channel apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 3.5-star average from 2 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top live tv channel apps we rank are free to download, including India TV listings live (IN) and YouTube TV.
India TV listings live (IN) has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 250+ live tv channel apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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