By AppHub Editorial Team · Updated August 3, 2026
Paramount+
Overview
Entertainment
CBS Interactive, Inc.
Free
Oct 3, 2013
16.9.0
7.0
$1.00 - $139.99 per item
No
Mar 31, 2026
Features
Stream exclusive originals, blockbuster movies, live sports like NFL on CBS, UFC, and UEFA Champions League, all of SHOWTIME® (Premium plan only), and favorites from CBS, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, BET, MTV, VH1, and more.
Stream exclusive originals, blockbuster movies, live sports like NFL on CBS, UFC, and UEFA Champions League, all of SHOWTIME® (Premium plan only), and favorites from CBS, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, BET, MTV, VH1, and more.
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Ratings breakdown
488,000 reviewsDeveloper contact
Name
Paramount Global
Address
1515 Broadway New York, NY 10036-8901 United States
Website
http://www.paramountplus.comPhone
+1 212-654-1186
Support
help@paramountplus.com
Privacy
View policyFrequently Asked Questions
Does Paramount+ work well on Android TV or smart TVs? high
Based on user reviews, there are significant performance issues on TV apps. Multiple users report constant freezing, difficulty fast-forwarding or rewinding, and the app failing to remember where you stopped a show. The app is described as 'clunky' on LG TVs and other platforms. These problems are frequently mentioned in recent reviews.
Source: user_reviews
Does Paramount+ save my progress across devices? medium
Recent user reviews indicate that cross-device resume functionality is broken. One user reported that starting a show on their phone did not save progress to continue on their smart TV, and vice versa. This is a frequently reported issue in the reviews.
Source: user_reviews
Does the Paramount+ app have technical issues like freezing or not loading? high
Yes, recent user reviews frequently report that the app refuses to load (stuck on the startup logo), freezes during playback, and experiences long delays during commercial breaks. These issues are reported on both phone and TV apps, even with strong internet connections.
Source: user_reviews
Is Paramount+ free to download? high
Yes, the Paramount+ app is free to download. It offers in-app purchases ranging from $1.00 to $139.99 per item for subscriptions and premium plans. The app itself contains no ads, but the description notes that live TV has ads and basic plans may include trailers and sponsorships.
Source: app_metadata, app_description
How to Use
Paramount+ lets you stream exclusive originals, live sports, and a vast library of shows and movies from CBS, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, and more, with options for ad-free viewing and local CBS station access on the Premium plan. (app_description)
Getting Started
Source: app_description_and_user_feedback_noted
- Download the Paramount+ app from the Google Play Store.
- Sign up for a subscription plan. See prmntpl.us/SubscriptionPlans for details. Your subscription will auto-renew through your Google Play account unless you cancel.
- Create up to 6 individual profiles for your household, and set up Kids Mode if needed.
- Start browsing content. Use the 'My List' watchlist feature to save your favorite shows and movies.
- Based on user feedback, be aware that the app may experience loading issues or freezing; a strong internet connection is recommended.
Key Features (from app listing)
Source: app_description
- Stream exclusive originals like 'Landman,' '1923,' and 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds'.
- Watch live sports including NFL on CBS, UFC, and UEFA Champions League.
- Access a library of hit series like 'Survivor,' 'South Park,' and 'SpongeBob SquarePants'.
- Premium plan offers ad-free viewing, local CBS station live stream, and full access to SHOWTIME content.
This tip is derived from a user review (recent_reviews #1) who noted that 'More than half the time the playback controls aren't available and I have to reboot to get them back.'
How this content was created
Content type: pattern_analysis_of_user_reviews_and_metadata
AI generated: Yes
- Google Play user reviews (12-20 preferred; may be smaller if source data is limited per app), November 30, 2024 to March 20, 2026
- Google Play ratings distribution
- App Store listing metadata
- Review samples are not statistically representative of all user sentiment. The sample of 5 recent all 1-star reviews is highly skewed.
- Only the recent_reviews bucket was available; no high-engagement or mixed reviews were provided, limiting the ability to cross-validate themes.
- Claims labeled 'medium' or 'high' confidence are based on recurring patterns within the small sample, but the limited data means these may not represent the app's overall performance.
- No real-world app testing was conducted.
- Feature availability may vary by region, device, and app version.
Pros & Cons
Based on analysis of Google Play user reviews
Pros
- Offers exclusive originals like Landman, 1923, and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.
Theme 'Exclusive content' identified in app description
Evidence (1)
“Obsess over originals. Watch subscriber-only originals such as Landman, 1923 and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.”Rating: 5★ N/A - Includes live sports like NFL on CBS, UFC, and UEFA Champions League.
Theme 'Live sports' identified in app description
Evidence (1)
“Stream live sports like NFL on CBS, UFC, and UEFA Champions League”Rating: 5★ N/A - Provides a wide range of content from CBS, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, and more.
Theme 'Diverse content library' identified in app description
Evidence (1)
“favorites from CBS, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, BET, MTV, VH1, and more.”Rating: 5★ N/A
Cons
- App is extremely buggy with frequent crashes, freezes, and loading issues on both phone and TV.
Theme 'App instability' identified in recent_review #1
Evidence (5)
“Before opening the app, I have to clear the cache and force it to stop. If I don't, it just spins.”Rating: 1★ March 20, 2026 13 likes“It's so clunky, very hard to fast forward/rewind”Rating: 1★ December 24, 2025 853 likes“the commercial breaks stall for several minutes before the commercials actually start.”Rating: 1★ January 18, 2025 575 likes“It always stays on the start-up logo page.”Rating: 1★ December 15, 2024 351 likes“Refuses to load for the past two weeks.”Rating: 1★ November 30, 2024 250 likes - Poor user interface with difficult navigation, especially for fast-forward/rewind and caption settings.
Theme 'Poor UI/UX' identified in recent_review #2
Evidence (2)
“It's so clunky, very hard to fast forward/rewind, especially if you just need to move few seconds.”Rating: 1★ December 24, 2025 853 likes“it's very difficult just to navigate to change the caption setting.”Rating: 1★ December 24, 2025 853 likes - Forces ads on paid subscriptions, frustrating users who pay to avoid commercials.
Theme 'Ads on paid plans' identified in recent_review #3
Evidence (2)
“can someone please explain to me why we are paying for a streaming service and STILL have to watch ads?”Rating: 1★ January 18, 2025 575 likes“the commercial breaks stall for several minutes before the commercials actually start.”Rating: 1★ January 18, 2025 575 likes
Recent Reviews
Alexis Henry
1★Paramount+ is one the worst apps. If I start something on my phone, it doesn't save the data so I can continue on my smart TV (and vice versa). More than half the time the playback controls aren't available and I have to reboot to get them back. I tolerate it to watch my shows, but it is frustrating. UPDATE: It got worse. Before opening the app, I have to clear the cache and force it to stop. If I don't, it just spins. DON'T FORK UP HBO! It is one of best streaming apps, TV & mobile.
Ishak Harjono
1★Paramount is the worst streaming app out there. Both the phone app and the TV app. This review is primarily for the app on our new LG TV... It's so clunky, very hard to fast forward/rewind, especially if you just need to move few seconds. Unlike other streaming app, Paramount app can't remember when you chose to turn on the caption setting, so you have to keep doing it every. single. time. And it's very difficult just to navigate to change the caption setting. Literally the worst streaming app.
loteneh
1★We have this app on our TV, and the picture quality is iffy, the commercial breaks stall for several minutes before the commercials actually start. (And, can someone please explain to me why we are paying for a streaming service and STILL have to watch ads?) I also have this app on my phone, as, for a while, by casting to the TV, it was the only way to watch the shows without all the glitches. Now, the app doesn't go past the splash screen. Very frustrating!
Ms T
1★The absolute worst streaming app on my phone and tv. I've had this on my phone for months, and I've never been able to watch anything. It always stays on the start-up logo page. On the tv, the movie will play but not without constant freezing. I thought that it was possibly my internet connection, but I have no problem with any other streaming services. If all of us users are complaining about the same thing, you all are clearly the problem.
Keith Komarnicki
1★Refuses to load for the past two weeks. I've restarted, Uninstalled/reinstalled and every other recommendation. Galaxy S24 Ultra with great internet yet they still suggest it's an issue on my end. It's already one of the poorest streaming interfaces, couple that with not working most of the time and it's no wonder most people only use it when it's free with something else. Do NOT pay for this; if you don't get it included with something else like Walmart+ it's not even remotely worth it.