Best National Geographic TV Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated November 2026

With an average user rating of 4.7★, the national geographic tv category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 248+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top National Geographic TV Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1HISTORY: Shows & DocumentariesHISTORY: Shows & DocumentariesFree4.6★ (1.8K)YesNoNov 2026
2Disney+Disney+Free4.6★ (2M)YesYesNov 2026
3Discovery GODiscovery GOFree4.7★ (35K)YesNoNov 2026
4Animal Planet GOAnimal Planet GOFree4.8★ (12K)YesNoNov 2026
5PBS: Watch TV & DocumentariesPBS: Watch TV & DocumentariesFree4.9★ (356K)NoNoNov 2026
6National Geographic TravellerNational Geographic TravellerFree4.8★ (36)NoYesOct 2026
7discovery+ | Stream TV Showsdiscovery+ | Stream TV ShowsFree4.9★ (920K)YesYesNov 2026
8Nashville PBSNashville PBSFree—NoNoOct 2026

Top Picks for National Geographic TV

HISTORY: Shows & Documentaries#1

HISTORY: Shows & Documentaries by A+E Global Media

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Editor's Choice
🎬 Entertainment
4.6😊(1.8K ratings)
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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
Disney+#2

Disney+ by Disney

Unlimited entertainment
Strong Contender
🎬 Entertainment
4.6😊(2M ratings)
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Stream a vast library of movies and series from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic. Enjoy exclusive Originals, new releases, and timeless classics with options for 4K UHD and HDR viewing. Offers parental controls and IMAX Enhanced for an immersive experience.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Smooth streaming
  • 💎 Excellent content library
  • 🌟 Childhood favorites available
  • 🤩 Exciting new original shows

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Buggy app with crashes
  • 🤔 Confusing navigation
  • 🔍 Difficult to find content
  • 🕰️ Lack of 'continue watching' feature
Discovery GO#3

Discovery GO by Discovery Communications

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Worth Considering
🎬 Entertainment
4.7😞(35K ratings)
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Stream your favorite Discovery shows and access content from up to 14 additional networks, including TLC and HGTV. Watch new episodes the same day they premiere on TV and enjoy thousands of episodes on demand. Requires a pay TV subscription to access.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great content library
  • 👍 Convenient on-the-go viewing
  • 💡 Ability to catch up on missed shows

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
  • 📺 Excessive and repetitive commercials
  • 🔍 Difficulty resuming shows from where left off
  • 🔌 Inconsistent performance and streaming quality

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FAQ about National Geographic TV

What are the best national geographic tv apps for iPhone?
HISTORY: Shows & Documentaries tops our national geographic tv apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 1.8K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top national geographic tv apps we rank are free to download, including HISTORY: Shows & Documentaries and Disney+.
HISTORY: Shows & Documentaries shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 248+ national geographic tv apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.