By AppHub Editorial Team · Updated August 5, 2026
DIRECTV: TV & Movie Streaming
Overview
Entertainment
Free
Nov 30, 2016
$4.99 - $82.99 per item
No
May 28, 2026
Features
DIRECTV brings live TV, sports, movies, and On Demand streaming to your Android phone, tablet, and TV —all in one seamless app. Watch what you love, from blockbuster movies, hit series, and local news to Spanish-language channels, kids shows, seasonal favorites, and thousands of On Demand titles or live channels—all in one unified streaming experience. With flexible streaming options and no annual contract, DIRECTV makes it effortless to watch your favorites—live TV, recorded shows, or major spor...
DIRECTV brings live TV, sports, movies, and On Demand streaming to your Android phone, tablet, and TV —all in one seamless app. Watch what you love, from blockbuster movies, hit series, and local news to Spanish-language channels, kids shows, seasonal favorites, and thousands of On Demand titles or live channels—all in one unified streaming experience. With flexible streaming options and no annual contract, DIRECTV makes it effortless to watch your favorites—live TV, recorded shows, or major sporting events—all on your schedule when you download the DIRECTV app. Start streaming and exploring content for free with MyFree DIRECTV, and enjoy 150+ free live TV channels, movies, and TV shows. BREAKING NEWS FOR SPORTS FANS: SPORTS CENTRAL IS NOW ON THE DIRECTV APP
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Ratings breakdown
126,000 reviewsDeveloper contact
Name
DirecTV, LLC
Address
2260 E Imperial Hwy El Segundo, CA 90245-3501 United States
Website
https://www.directv.com/supportPhone
+1 310-648-9871
Support
appsupport@mydirectv.com
Privacy
View policyFrequently Asked Questions
Is DIRECTV free to download and use? high
Yes, the DIRECTV app is free to download. It offers a free tier called 'MyFree DIRECTV' with 150+ free live channels, movies, and TV shows with no credit card required. Paid subscriptions start at $4.99 per item (in-app purchases range from $4.99 to $82.99) and offer more channels and features.
Source: app_metadata, app_description
What devices is DIRECTV compatible with? high
The app works on Android phones, tablets, and some smart TVs. The description mentions compatibility with foldable devices like Samsung Galaxy Fold (reviewers note issues with floating video). Requires a compatible device and data connection. Only available in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands).
Source: app_description, user_reviews
Does the free version have ads or limitations? medium
Based on a user review, the free version has a persistent video in the lower right corner that cannot be removed, and very limited content selection in live and on-demand. The app description says MyFree DIRECTV is 'seriously free' with no ads mentioned, but users report this annoying video element. The app is listed as containing no ads in the metadata.
Source: user_reviews, app_description, app_metadata
Can I use DIRECTV to watch live sports? high
Yes, DIRECTV offers live streaming of sports including NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, soccer, college sports, and more. There is a 'Sports Central' feature dedicated to sports fans. Availability may vary by plan and blackout restrictions apply.
Source: app_description
How to Use
Download the free DIRECTV app to stream live TV, sports, movies, and On Demand content on your Android device, with options for free and paid subscriptions. (app_description)
Getting Started
Source: app_description_and_user_feedback_noted
- Step 1: Download the DIRECTV app from the Google Play Store and install it on your Android phone, tablet, or compatible TV device.
- Step 2: Open the app and choose whether to explore free content with MyFree DIRECTV (no account needed) or sign up for a paid subscription (credit card required, with a 5-day free trial).
- Step 3: If using a paid plan, create a DIRECTV account, select a streaming package (e.g., MySports, MyEntertainment) or traditional channel bundle, and complete the sign-up process.
- Step 4: Use the Smart Guide to find live TV, On Demand movies, or recorded shows. Set up personalized profiles for sports, news, or kids' programming. For mobile devices, Picture-in-Picture mode is available (note: some users report missing floating video on foldables).
Key Features (from app listing)
Source: app_description
- Live TV streaming with 150+ free channels via MyFree DIRECTV
- On Demand library with thousands of movies and TV shows
- Sports Central for NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, soccer, and college sports
- Unlimited Cloud DVR recording for paid plans
- Personalized profiles for different viewing preferences
- Picture-in-Picture mode for Android mobile devices
- Flexible month-to-month add-on packs (MySports, MyEntertainment, MyNews, MiEspañol, MyKids)
Derived from recent_review #2 (freezing/loading issue) and recent_review #3 (missing floating video on foldable). The tip suggests troubleshooting based on user-reported problems.
How this content was created
Content type: pattern_analysis_of_user_reviews_and_metadata
AI generated: Yes
- Google Play user reviews (5 (smaller than the preferred 12-20) per app), From April 21, 2025 to May 5, 2026
- Google Play ratings distribution
- App Store listing metadata
- Review samples are not statistically representative of all user sentiment; this sample is all negative and very small.
- Claims labeled 'low confidence' are based on single-review observations only.
- No real-world app testing was conducted.
- Feature availability may vary by region, device, and app version.
- No positive or mixed reviews were available to balance the analysis.
Pros & Cons
Based on analysis of Google Play user reviews
Pros
- Offers a free tier with 150+ live channels and thousands of movies and shows.
Theme 'Free content' identified in app description and recent_review #5.
Evidence (1)
“I tried the free version. Very limited program selection in live and on demand videos.”Rating: 1★ April 21, 2025 148 likes - Provides access to live sports, including NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and more.
Theme 'Sports streaming' identified in app description.
- Flexible month-to-month subscriptions with no annual contract.
Theme 'Flexible subscriptions' identified in app description.
Cons
- App is buggy, freezes, and takes forever to load, even on good wifi.
Theme 'Performance issues' identified in recent_review #1 and #2.
Evidence (2)
“This is the only streaming app that freezes up, takes forever to load, and no it's not my wifi.”Rating: 2★ March 18, 2026 23 likes“Surprise! Updates make it worse. Does not coordinate with the television. The communication between the phone app and the TV is even worse than before.”Rating: 2★ January 14, 2026 69 likes - Poor integration with TV service; recordings and navigation are not synced.
Theme 'Poor TV integration' identified in recent_review #1.
Evidence (1)
“Recordings on one don't show on the other and vice a versa. Even more difficult to navigate now. Not user-friendly at all.”Rating: 2★ January 14, 2026 69 likes - No picture-in-picture or floating video mode, even on large foldable screens.
Theme 'Missing features' identified in recent_review #3.
Evidence (1)
“the fact that we don't have the ability to exit app and have a floating video to continue watching is obscene.”Rating: 1★ March 11, 2026 23 likes
Recent Reviews
Michael Douglas
2★Surprise! Updates make it worse. Does not coordinate with the television. The communication between the phone app and the TV is even worse than before. Recordings on one don't show on the other and vice a versa. Even more difficult to navigate now. Not user-friendly at all. Honestly there are times when you don't think an app can get worse...well, DirecTV you've done it.
Lynne Zastre
2★This is the only streaming app that freezes up, takes forever to load, and no it's not my wifi. I replaced my roku and that didn't help either. You've also raised my bill 3 times in a year and a half. If it goes up again in September, I will probably cancel it. I'm on SSI and can't afford anymore that what I'm paying now. Also when a sportings event runs over the recorded time, it deletes it, instead of adding time to it.
Mike Alicev
1★I've used this app for at least 6 years now, the fact that we don't have the ability to exit app and have a floating video to continue watching is obscene. I've used a Samsung Galaxy fold for that entire timeframe, and now have the trifold, which is legitimately a tablet, and I still can't access without being in full screen OR using the multitasking capability but it never scales appropriately on the fly and cuts off half the picture. Honestly, do better, this has gone on for far too long
Lee Coursey
1★I can't wait for my military son to come home and set-up a new service for me with something other than my DirecTV account. DirecTV has really screwed up too many things to mention. Also, every new software update they download changes good things to bad without proper vetting to see if the changes work. I'm a long-time customer for a total of 20 or so years. I give-up trying to work with them. I was recently charged $250 for streaming service I never used or wanted, with no refund.
Dan Hurlbut
1★I tried the free version. Very limited program selection in live and on demand videos. Also, there's a video (not an ad) running in the lower right corner all the time that can't be removed. The video can be changed but not removed, even when you stop the video. Finally, every on demand video I tried to watch required a subscription. These videos are available in other apps for free with limited commercial interruption.