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Best Portable TV Tuner Apps

2+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

2.4 avg rating
2 free apps
Updated July 2026

Finding the right portable tv tuner apps can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 2+ apps to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Portable TV Tuner Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1EyeTV Mobile - Watch Live TVEyeTV Mobile - Watch Live TVFree1.7★ (6)NoNoOct 2026
2EyeTV MobileEyeTV MobileFree3.0★ (3)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Portable TV Tuner

EyeTV Mobile#2

EyeTV Mobile by SHENZHEN GENIATECH INC.,LTD

Strong Contender
🎬 Entertainment
3.0😞(3 ratings)
Free
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Transform your iPad or iPhone into a portable TV using a dedicated tuner. Watch, pause, rewind, and record live broadcasts without an internet connection. Access a program guide and transfer recordings to your computer.

What We Love

  • 👍 Great product when working
  • 👍 Useful app for watching Freeview
  • 👍 Good picture quality
  • 👍 Works well in London
  • 👍 Well-executed software

Room to Improve

  • 😞 Does not work with iOS 11+
  • 😞 Hardware is a waste of money
  • 😞 No longer supported
  • 😞 Disappointing lack of updates
  • 😞 Poor reception with small antenna
  • 😞 Company selling unsupported hardware
  • 😞 Expensive piece of plastic
  • 😞 Thieves selling non-working products
  • 😞 Left behind at iOS 10
  • 😞 Useless without app updates
  • 😞 Dongle not recognized
  • 😞 Money wasted
  • 😞 Hardware not up to task
  • 😞 Unwatchable reception
  • 😞 Incomplete features

FAQ about Portable TV Tuner

What are the best portable tv tuner apps for iPhone?
EyeTV Mobile - Watch Live TV tops our portable tv tuner apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 1.7-star average from 6 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 2 of the top portable tv tuner apps we rank are free to download, including EyeTV Mobile - Watch Live TV and EyeTV Mobile.
EyeTV Mobile - Watch Live TV has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 2+ portable tv tuner apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.