Best Pbs Apps & Games

250+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated November 2026

With an average user rating of 4.2★, the pbs category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 250+ apps and games we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Pbs Apps & Games (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1PBS: Watch TV & DocumentariesPBS: Watch TV & DocumentariesFree4.9★ (357K)NoNoNov 2026
2PBS KIDS VideoPBS KIDS VideoFree4.3★ (372K)NoNoNov 2026
3PBS KIDS GamesPBS KIDS GamesFree4.4★ (373K)NoNoNov 2026
4NPR: National & Local NewsNPR: National & Local NewsFree4.7★ (78K)YesNoNov 2026
5PBS Care PortalPBS Care PortalFree1.0★ (6)NoNoNov 2026
6PBS ServicePBS ServiceFree1.5★ (12)NoNoOct 2026
7Cascade PBSCascade PBSFree4.4★ (82)NoNoNov 2026
8BBC: World News & StoriesBBC: World News & StoriesFree4.5★ (88K)YesYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Pbs

PBS: Watch TV & Documentaries#1

PBS: Watch TV & Documentaries by PBS

Stream News, Movies, and Shows
Editor's Choice
🎬 Entertainment
4.9😐(357K ratings)
Free
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Stream thousands of full-length episodes from award-winning documentaries, iconic series, and live local TV. Discover new shows and catch up on favorites across drama, news, history, science, and arts. Content is added daily, offering a vast library of entertainment on demand.

What We Love

  • 🎥 Excellent programming, especially documentaries
  • 🎨 High-quality, diverse content
  • 📺 Ability to watch shows on-demand
  • 🎬 Exclusive access to shows through Passport
  • 🌍 Variety of international and British shows
  • 🧠 Informative and educational programming

Room to Improve

  • 🤖 Buggy app with frequent crashes
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding and resuming shows
  • 💰 Paywall for most content, even for donors
  • 🇨🇦 Limited availability for Canadian users
  • 📢 Intrusive ads even for Passport members
  • 🔀 Inconsistent navigation and user experience
PBS KIDS Video#2

PBS KIDS Video by PBS KIDS

Stream shows, movies & songs
Strong Contender
📚 Education
4.3😊(372K ratings)
Free
#74in Education
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Stream, download, and watch live TV from a vast library of educational episodes and songs. Features bilingual options, ASL support, and offline viewing for over 50 PBS KIDS shows. Designed for safe, kid-friendly learning anytime, anywhere.

What We Love

  • 👍 Great app for kids
  • 🚀 Smooth and relaxing graphics
  • 🔒 No worries about inappropriate content
  • 🚀 Dependable for educational videos
  • 👍 Fun and educational content
  • 👍 Free app

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Issues with certain videos not playing correctly
  • 🐛 Offline viewing not working as advertised
  • 🔒 Lack of parental controls to filter content
  • 👎 Some shows/content not suitable for all families
PBS KIDS Games#3

PBS KIDS Games by PBS KIDS

Fun & Safe Educational Play
Worth Considering
📚 Education
4.4😊(373K ratings)
Free
#62in Education
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Explore over 280 free educational games designed for children ages 2-8, featuring beloved PBS KIDS characters. These kid-tested games cover subjects like math, reading, and science, promoting early learning and STEM skills in a safe, engaging environment.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fantastic app with great quality games
  • 👍 Variety of educational and engaging games
  • 💡 Daily game feature
  • 🔒 No ads or links to take kids elsewhere

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent freezing and glitches
  • 🐛 Buggy games like Rosie's Rules and Donkey's Froyo Stand
  • 🐛 Sound issues and random volume loss
  • 🐛 Games disappearing after updates
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues on older devices

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FAQ about Pbs

What are the best pbs apps & games for iPhone?
PBS: Watch TV & Documentaries tops our pbs apps & games ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 357K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top pbs apps & games we rank are free to download, including PBS: Watch TV & Documentaries and PBS KIDS Video.
PBS: Watch TV & Documentaries has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 250+ pbs apps & games on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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