₹100/mo
Free trial
Compared with Apple TV+
- Starts ₹1/mo higher (₹100/mo vs ₹99/mo)
- Built in India (Mumbai)
OTT, music & entertainment apps · Alternatives
Best Apple TV+ alternatives in India (2026)
Apple TV+ is an ott, music & entertainment apps product from Apple, Cupertino, priced at ₹99/mo. We compared 20 alternatives on published price, free plan, platforms and made-in-India support: 2 have a free plan, 12 are built in India, and 2 start cheaper or free.
Quick answer
The closest alternatives to Apple TV+ are Kuku FM App (₹100/mo), Netflix (₹149/mo), YouTube Premium (₹149/mo), Amazon Prime Video (₹299/mo) and Audible India (₹199/mo). MX Player is the top-ranked option with a free plan. Published prices in this list start at ₹100/month.
Why businesses look for a Apple TV+ alternative
There is no free plan
Apple TV+ has no free tier. 2 alternatives do, which lets you test with real data before you pay.
Cost
Apple TV+ starts at ₹99/mo. 2 alternatives start lower or have a free plan.
Indian support and GST
Apple TV+ is built in United States. 12 alternatives are made in India, where GST, TDS and UPI are usually handled natively and support runs on IST.
Apple TV+ alternatives compared
Ranked by how closely each product matches Apple TV+'s category, pricing model, platforms and business size, then by rating. Prices exclude GST.
| # | Software | Starting price | Free plan | Platforms | Made in India | Rating | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Apple TV+ (current) | ₹99/mo | No | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.2/5 | — |
| 1 | Kuku FM App | ₹100/mo | No | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.3/5 | |
| 2 |  Netflix | ₹149/mo | No | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 3 |  YouTube Premium | ₹149/mo | No | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 4 |  Amazon Prime Video | ₹299/mo | No | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 5 |  Audible India | ₹199/mo | No | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 6 |  Xbox Game Pass | ₹349/mo | No | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4/5 | |
| 7 |  Hoichoi | Pay as you go | No | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 8 |  Sun NXT | Pay as you go | No | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 9 |  Eros Now | Pay as you go | No | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 10 |  ShemarooMe | Pay as you go | No | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.3/5 | |
| 11 |  Discovery+ | Pay as you go | No | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 12 |  Lionsgate Play | Pay as you go | No | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.1/5 | |
| 13 |  Scribd | Pay as you go | No | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.1/5 | |
| 14 |  MX Player | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 15 |  JioHotstar | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 16 |  STAGE | On request | No | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 3.9/5 | |
| 17 |  ManoramaMAX | On request | No | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 3.9/5 | |
| 18 |  Addatimes | On request | No | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 3.8/5 | |
| 19 |  Chaupal | On request | No | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 3.8/5 | |
| 20 |  Ultra Jhakaas | On request | No | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 3.8/5 |
Top 10 Apple TV+ alternatives in detail
₹149/mo
Free trial
Compared with Apple TV+
- Starts ₹50/mo higher (₹149/mo vs ₹99/mo)
3. YouTube Premium
Google · San Bruno · OTT, music & entertainment apps · 4.2/5
Ad-free YouTube and Music.
₹149/mo
Free trial
Compared with Apple TV+
- Starts ₹50/mo higher (₹149/mo vs ₹99/mo)
4. Amazon Prime Video
Amazon · Seattle · OTT, music & entertainment apps · 4.3/5
Streaming with Prime.
₹299/mo
Free trial
Compared with Apple TV+
- Starts ₹200/mo higher (₹299/mo vs ₹99/mo)
₹199/mo
Free trial
Compared with Apple TV+
- Starts ₹100/mo higher (₹199/mo vs ₹99/mo)
₹349/mo
Free trial
Compared with Apple TV+
- Starts ₹250/mo higher (₹349/mo vs ₹99/mo)
Pay as you go
Free trial
Compared with Apple TV+
- Built in India (Kolkata)
Pay as you go
Free trial
Compared with Apple TV+
- Built in India (Chennai)
Pay as you go
Free trial
Compared with Apple TV+
- Built in India (Mumbai)
Pay as you go
Free trial
Compared with Apple TV+
- Built in India (Mumbai)
Apple TV+ alternatives by what you need
Cheaper than Apple TV+
Free Apple TV+ alternatives
Indian alternatives to Apple TV+
How to choose a Apple TV+ alternative
- Check telecom bundles before paying separately.
- Compare regional catalogues if language matters.
- Ad-supported tiers save money for casual use.
Apple TV+ alternatives — FAQs
What is the best alternative to Apple TV+ in 2026?+
The closest matches to Apple TV+ on App Advisor are Kuku FM App (₹100/mo), Netflix (₹149/mo), YouTube Premium (₹149/mo). They are ranked by how closely their category, pricing model, platforms and target business size match Apple TV+, then by rating. The best choice depends on your team size and budget.
Is there a free alternative to Apple TV+?+
Yes. 2 of the 20 alternatives listed have a free plan or are free: MX Player (Free), JioHotstar (Free plan). Free plans usually cap users, records or transactions, so check the limits against your monthly volume.
What is the cheapest alternative to Apple TV+?+
Among alternatives that publish a price, Kuku FM App starts lowest at ₹100/mo, compared with ₹99/mo for Apple TV+. MX Player also has a free plan. Prices are read from each vendor's website and exclude GST.
Is there an Indian alternative to Apple TV+?+
Yes. 12 alternatives are built in India, including Kuku FM App (₹100/mo), Hoichoi (Pay as you go), Sun NXT (Pay as you go). Indian products usually handle GST, TDS and UPI natively and bill in rupees.
Apple TV+ vs Kuku FM App: which is better?+
Kuku FM App is the closest match to Apple TV+ in our catalogue. Key differences: Starts ₹1/mo higher (₹100/mo vs ₹99/mo); Built in India (Mumbai). Compare them side by side before you book a demo.
How were these Apple TV+ alternatives chosen?+
Every product listed sits in ott, music & entertainment apps or a category Apple TV+ also covers, and Apple's own products are excluded. Prices, free plans and platforms come from each vendor's official website. App Advisor does not sell any of this software.
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