How to Watch YouTube TV on Amazon Fire TV
You can stream YouTube TV on Amazon Fire TV. Here’s how to sign up, download, install, and start streaming YouTube TV using your Amazon Fire TV. Learn how to get the most out of your Amazon Fire TV while using YouTube TV.
YouTube TV
YouTube TV is a live TV streaming service with more than 60 channels for $72.99/month. This plan includes local channels, 32 of the top 35 cable channels, and regional sports networks (RSNs) in select markets. The service includes an unlimited DVR. The Streamable does not recommend YouTube TV. Consider DIRECTV STREAM for a better channel lineup or Hulu Live TV for its free Disney Bundle.
Amazon Fire TV
Amazon Fire TV is a streaming device that can be used to watch Live TV Streaming Services and On Demand Streaming Services.
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Can you stream YouTube TV on Amazon Fire TV?
How to Sign Up and Download YouTube TV on Amazon Fire TV
- Click here to sign up for YouTube TV.
- Once you’ve signed up, go to the Home Screen on your Amazon Fire TV.
- Launch the app store and search for “YouTube TV” on your Amazon Fire TV. Alternatively, Click here to install the app.
- Select “Download” to install the app.
- Once installed, log in using your YouTube TV credentials.
- You can now stream YouTube TV on Amazon Fire TV.
How to Sign Up for YouTube TV on Other Streaming Devices
If you have other devices, you can learn how to sign up for and use YouTube TV on Apple TV, Google Chromecast, Roku, Android TV, iPhone/iPad, Android Phone/Tablet, Mac, Windows, PlayStation, Xbox, LG Smart TV, Samsung Smart TV, Sony Smart TV, and VIZIO Smart TV.
What features are available on YouTube TV?
Unlimited Cloud DVR
YouTube TV has DVR storage, allowing you to keep shows for up to . You cannot record individual episodes, only entire series, sports teams, or major events.
If you start recording after you tune into a channel, the recording will start from when you first started watching. You can watch the recording from the beginning while it is still recording.
YouTube TV is the only service that offers offline downloads of content on your DVR. To enable that feature, you have to upgrade to their 4K Plus add-on, which will allow you to download shows and movies from your DVR for up to 30 days. You won’t be able to watch content on your streaming player, while it is downloaded offline.
Up to 3 Devices
This service allows for three simultaneous streams (among smartphones, tablets, and computers). You can add their 4K Plus add-on to stream on Unlimited Devices on your home network.
36 TV Everywhere Apps
Similar to traditional cable and satellite subscriptions, YouTube TV includes “TV Everywhere” logins for various channels’ apps where available.
List of Compatible Apps
- AMC App
- BBC America App
- Bravo Now
- BTN2GO
- CBS App
- CBS Sports App
- CNBC App
- DisneyNow
- E! Now
- FOX Business App
- FOX News App
- FOX Now
- Fox Sports Go
- Freeform App
- FX Now
- Golf Live Extra
- IFC App
- MLB At Bat
- MSNBC Now
- Nat Geo TV App
- NBC App
- NBC Sports App
- NESNgo
- Oxygen Now
- POP TV App
- Showtime Anytime
- SundanceTV App
- Syfy Now
- Telemundo Now
- Universal Kids App
- Universo Now
- USA Now
- Watch ABC
- Watch ESPN
- Watch TCM
- WE tv App
On Demand
A majority of channels offer on demand content, but you cannot skip or fast-forward through the content.
No Parental Controls
There are no parental controls for YouTube TV.
Only DIRECTV STREAM, Hulu Live TV, and Sling TV have parental control features.
Family Sharing Feature
Family Sharing allows you to create profiles for up to 5 additional people at no cost, allowing family members to log in with their own Google account to access live TV.
4K Plus Add-On Feature
YouTube TV offers a premium “4K Plus” add-on that includes select 4K content, offline downloads, and unlimited simultaneous streams on your home network. The add-on begins with a 30-day free trial, then costs $4.99/month for the first year, then increases to $9.99/month. Read our review of YouTube TV 4k Cost and Channels here.