Apple TV Review
Apple TV (formerly known as Apple TV+) is a subscription video streaming service for $14.99 per month, offering a growing slate of original series, films, documentaries, and specials. Unlike other platforms that combine licensed titles with originals, Apple TV is built entirely around exclusive programming, making it the home of critically acclaimed hits such as “Ted Lasso,” “Severance,” “The Morning Show,” and “Silo.” Its lineup continues to expand with award-winning dramas, comedies, family-friendly shows, and blockbuster original films like “CODA,” which won the Academy Award for Best Picture.
In October 2025, Apple TV agreed to a deal with Formula 1 to exclusively broadcast all Formula 1 races starting with the 2026 season.
Apple TV also features coverage of all regular-season matches for Major League Soccer (MLS) at no additional cost.
On August 28th, 2026, the price of Apple TV was increased from $12.99 per month to $14.99 per month, the second increase in as many years.
The service is available worldwide through the Apple TV app, which is built into Apple devices and supported on most smart TVs, streaming players like Roku and Fire TV, game consoles, and web browsers. Subscribers can watch on demand, download episodes and movies for offline viewing, and stream in 4K with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, where available. Apple TV also offers family sharing, allowing up to six people to use one subscription at no extra cost.
With a competitive monthly price and bundles available through Apple One — which combines Apple TV with Apple Music, Apple Arcade, iCloud storage, and more — the service continues to grow as a key part of Apple’s ecosystem. Apple TV delivers one of the strongest collections of exclusive content in the streaming space for viewers seeking prestige originals, cinematic storytelling, and seamless access across devices.
Review
We tested Apple TV and other subscription streaming services for more than 100 hours. Apple TV is compatible with Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV 4K, Roku, iPhone/iPad, Mac, Windows, LG Smart TV, Samsung Smart TV, Sony Smart TV, and VIZIO Smart TV.
Features
Up to 6 Profiles
Apple TV will allow up to six profiles that can be accessed with their own unique log-in.
Parental Controls
Apple TV has general parental controls, where you can disallow playback of certain types of shows and movies by rating.
Prime Video, Disney+, HBO Max, Hulu, Netflix, Paramount Plus, Peacock, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME, and STARZ also have parental control features.
Up to 6 Devices
You can stream on up to six devices at the same time.
Offline Downloads
Apple TV+ has one of the most generous offline access policies. There is no limit to the number of titles or devices that you can download to, as long as it is tied to a subscribed Apple ID.
International Access
Since Apple TV is available in over 100 countries, generally all content will be available in nearly every major country. If it isn’t available, you can still watch any content you’ve already downloaded to your iPhone or iPad.
Compatible Devices
Apple TV is compatible with these devices:
- Amazon Fire TV
- Apple TV 4K
- Roku
- iPhone/iPad
- Mac
- Windows
- LG Smart TV (2019+)
- Samsung Smart TV (2018+)
- Sony Smart TV (AirPlay)
- VIZIO Smart TV (2016+)
Apple TV is not compatible with Google Chromecast, Android TV, Android Phone/Tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, or onn devices.
Tech Specs
1080p HD
(Up to 4K UHD)
Apple TV+ has their entire catalog in 4K with support for Dolby Vision, which gives the highest quality video experience.
Surround Sound
Apple TV+ will support Dolby Atmos on Apple TV 4K devices, while other devices will offer Dolby Digital 5.1 audio.
