Streaming is about to get much more friendly for [VIZIO Smart TV] owners. On Thursday, it was announced that the television manufacturer had added the live TV streaming service Frndly TV to its assortment of available apps. A skinny bundle, Frndly offers over 45 channels and aims to provide family-friendly content with a narrow mix of entertainment channels.

Amongst the live TV line-up on the service, viewers can expect to find familiar cable channels like Hallmark, History, Dove Kids, Lifetime, and the Game Show Network. The service also has a “look back” feature that enables subscribers to see things they may have missed in a 72-hour window. Frndly provides unlimited DVR and the flexibility to watch TV on the go using IOS and Android apps.

“The addition of the Frndly TV app to the VIZIO lineup provides affordable and accessible family-friendly entertainment for all to enjoy without a costly cable subscription,” VIZIO’s Chris Tanquary said. “Now millions of VIZIO users can access their favorite live programming at a smart price point and all within the VIZIO experience.”

Frndly regularly adds new family-friendly channels to its line-up. In February, the streamer brought three new channels onto the service — Ion, Ion Mystery, and Grit. Then, a few days. later the service added the Movies! channel to the list.

As of the third quarter of 2022, the last time that the company publicly disclosed subscriber information, Frndly TV boasted 700k subscribers. That number can only be expected to grow now that it will be available to millions of VIZIO Smart TV owners. The service offers a seven-day trial for viewers who would like to check out the offerings, and subscription packages start at $6.99 per month.

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Frndly TV

Frndly TV is a budget-friendly live TV streaming service in the United States that focuses on family-friendly and lifestyle programming. Launched in 2019, the service offers a curated lineup of channels that includes Hallmark Channel, UPtv, Lifetime, MeTV, INSP, The Weather Channel, Game Show Network, and dozens more. It’s designed for viewers who want wholesome content without the’ high cost or complexity of larger streaming bundles.

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Frndly TV does not carry sports or news-heavy networks, instead prioritizing entertainment, classic television, educational content, and movies suitable for all ages.

Viewers can access Frndly TV on most major devices, including Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Android TV, smart TVs, iOS, and Android devices, and web browsers. The service offers multiple subscription tiers, starting at a low monthly cost, with features like unlimited DVR, multiple screens, and on-demand access depending on the plan.

On May 1, 2025, it was announced that Roku was set to acquire Frndly TV, a deal that would close in the second quarter of 2025.

With its affordable pricing, simple interface, and focus on positive, family-oriented entertainment, Frndly TV is a popular choice for households looking to stream classic and uplifting content.

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