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In today’s busy world where everybody is in a rush, people have moved on to watching movies and TV shows on their mobile phones or tablets. You can continue your favourite series while you’re on the bus to work, or waiting for your order at a restaurant. Watching on the big screen has become a luxury that most of us can enjoy on the weekends only. However, the applications mentioned can be cast on your TV if you want to watch them on a bigger screen. So there are a lot of options to enjoy epic content the way you want to!
Here are the Best Video Streaming Apps for Android Devices
I have compiled the best Video Streaming applications that you can watch on your phones and tablets that are excellent alternatives to Netflix.
Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Prime Video is an A-Class video streaming platform which comes with the Amazon Prime service. It has gained rights to the most popular movies and TV shows. It even broadcasts live sports like NFL, ATP, and Premier League. Amazon Prime is a global platform, it has the premium local content and movies, while Prime gives you the best HD videos in a variety of languages. Unfortunately, it does not support Chromecast.
Hulu
Hulu is also a giant video streaming service owned by Disney, although you have to pay a small subscription fee, the content is awesome! It gives you both the options an ad-free subscription which is a bit expensive while the ad- supported package costs almost half of the ad-free package. You can watch Hulu on live TV as well as for watching top-notch TV series and movies. It has a huge library consisting of the latest as well as old movies and shows. The only downside is that Hulu is restricted to the United States only so to access Hulu you will have to use a VPN service.
Sony Crackle
Crackle is Sony’s free streaming service, it has tons of content including Hollywood movies, TV shows and some Sony Originals. It has a detailed catalogue containing options such as action, drama, comedy, thriller, and all-time favourites. There is also an option to add unfinished videos to the “watch later” feature. Crackle is available on all platforms, be it your mobile phone, tab or PC.
VidMate
VidMate is the top dog when it comes to being the best video streaming app on the android market. It offers you to watch the latest movies within a few days of the release. It also allows you to download the content on your device for offline viewing. In fact, it’s not only videos, you can even download songs and videos from platforms such as Facebook, YouTube, and Tumblr to name a few. The platform is totally free of any pop-up ads and malicious links. It has a very user-friendly user interface which is easy to use for anyone.
Viewster
Viewster is a totally legal streaming app that you can download on your Android device. It has ample of TV shows, documentaries, anime, and movies. You don’t even have to register for the service, just start it and enjoy watching your favourite content. Although the platform is ad-supported, but not to the extent that would annoy you. Viewster gives you the option to watch content in different languages including English, French, Spanish, and German.
Free Flix
If you are looking for free-content, then Free Flix is an excellent choice! It offers TV Shows, animated content and movies. It also has premium programs and you can also watch live TV channels on it. Free Flix even has a built-in video player which offers an amazing interface that is easy to use and gives a smooth streaming experience along with subtitles. Free Flix has thousands of movies and TV series and it also has a feature that recommends movies based on your taste.
SnagFilms
SnagFilms is a unique streaming platform, it has around a collection of 5,000 indie films, TV shows, documentaries and exclusive TV shows. Its huge collection of movies has something for everyone, whether you’re looking for content for adults, family TV or kid’s content. It’s a perfect option for the whole family to sit together and watch TV.
I am James, a UK-based tech enthusiast and the Editor and Owner of Mighty Gadget, which I’ve proudly run since 2007. Passionate about all things technology, my expertise spans from computers and networking to mobile, wearables, and smart home devices.
As a fitness fanatic who loves running and cycling, I also have a keen interest in fitness-related technology, and I take every opportunity to cover this niche on my blog. My diverse interests allow me to bring a unique perspective to tech blogging, merging lifestyle, fitness, and the latest tech trends.
In my academic pursuits, I earned a BSc in Information Systems Design from UCLAN, before advancing my learning with a Master’s Degree in Computing. This advanced study also included Cisco CCNA accreditation, further demonstrating my commitment to understanding and staying ahead of the technology curve.
I’m proud to share that Vuelio has consistently ranked Mighty Gadget as one of the top technology blogs in the UK. With my dedication to technology and drive to share my insights, I aim to continue providing my readers with engaging and informative content.
