Best Local Channels Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good local channels apps. We benchmark 250+ 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 Local Channels Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Local Now: News, TV & MoviesLocal Now: News, TV & MoviesFree4.3★ (1.4K)YesNoOct 2026
2LocalTV+LocalTV+Free4.7★ (191)NoNoNov 2026
3FREECABLE TV: News & TV ShowsFREECABLE TV: News & TV ShowsFree4.7★ (45K)YesNoNov 2026
4Fubo: Watch Live TV & SportsFubo: Watch Live TV & SportsFree4.5★ (112K)YesNoNov 2026
5CBSCBSFree4.8★ (72K)YesNoNov 2026
6LocalPlay TVLocalPlay TVFree4.0★ (8)NoNoNov 2026
7The NBC App – Stream TV ShowsThe NBC App – Stream TV ShowsFree4.6★ (293K)YesNoNov 2026
8Channels: Whole Home DVRChannels: Whole Home DVRFree4.7★ (623)NoNoNov 2026

Top Picks for Local Channels

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
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 Local Channels

What are the best local channels apps for iPhone?
Local Now: News, TV & Movies tops our local channels apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.3-star average from 1.4K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top local channels apps we rank are free to download, including Local Now: News, TV & Movies and LocalTV+.
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 250+ local channels apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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