Have you ever thought about how life would be without OTT apps? Well, it would certainly be dull at first, as we would have to say goodbye to on-demand entertainment! Plus, since there would be no means to explore diverse genres and crazy plots, we would be stuck with the same old generic storylines.
Luckily for us, OTT apps are here to stay!
With the OTT market cap likely to grow to nearly $1.039 trillion in the next 6 years, we can say OTT apps are going to be the next big thing in the entertainment industry. Moreover, since there are no longer a few players in the market, the virtual app stores are flooded with different OTT apps, offering diverse shows, movies, and series. Since most of them are based on a subscription model, you’ll probably want to pick an app that matches your preferences.
We went through the various OTT apps listed on both iOS and Android platforms and shortlisted ten promising ones based on their content library, user interface, and reviews. Here is the list of the ten best OTT apps:
By producing and releasing award-winning series, movies, documentaries, and stand-up specials in different languages, Netflix has managed to win the hearts of its target audience. The app’s user interface is also intuitive and fluid, allowing you to navigate through the different sections without any hassle. Moreover, with features such as Shuffle, quick video previews, monthly new releases, and offline streaming, Netflix has made streaming a pleasant experience.
Moreover, to ensure regional movies get equal opportunities, the app includes titles available in 9 local languages, including Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Gujarati, Punjabi, and Bengali. In terms of UI, its developers have ensured that it does not feel cluttered, enabling you to move across the app seamlessly. You can even browse the app in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil! Overall, if you are looking for an app that is centred around Indian users, Amazon Prime should be a safe bet!
It allows you to relish 100,000+ hours of content from its rich library, and as most of the shows have been dubbed in multiple languages, such as Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, you can enjoy it with your entire family. Plus, if you are a binge-watcher, the app should be your one-stop as it has several shows listed on its platform, ranging from Modern Family to Game of Thrones!
The best part about this OTT app is that you can seamlessly stream it on up to 5 devices. This means your entire family can enjoy its content without any hassle! Apart from these features, ALTBalaji also has an offline visibility function, which means you can stream its content without the presence of an active internet connection. However, you might have to download it earlier.
To give a seamless user experience, the app gives personalized recommendations, based on your watch and search history. Moreover, with video playback options and smart search, you could easily use the app without feeling overwhelmed. Keeping in mind the language and geographical diversity of the country, the app also has 11 display languages and 12 content languages, making it perfect for anyone and everyone!
Hosting over 40,000 hours of content, Voot is certainly worth the subscription. Like any other OTT app, this Viacom18-owned OTT platform delivers content in several Indian languages, such as Kannada, Marathi, Bengali, Gujarati, Telugu and Tamil. It is worthy to note that Voot exclusively streams Big Boss, India's favourite reality show! All in all, Voot is an ideal OTT app, taking into consideration the frequent new addition of content.
Plus, since it is an OTT platform of the Sony group of channels, be prepared to enjoy the good ol' classics of SAB TV and Sony Set! It also features a well-curated library of Tamil, Telugu, & Marathi films to keep the movie enthusiasts from every region occupied! In addition to these, some of its other prominent features are a do not disturb function, a super-smooth user interface, and ad-free content.
Apart from hosting movies and web shows, MX Player also has a wide array of live TV channels, such as Set HD, Zoom, ABP News, and DD Channels. This allows you to keep up to date with the latest happenings in Indian entertainment. Apart from these features, this OTT app also has more than 22 million songs across 17 languages, making it a one-stop for all of your needs!
With a built-in search panel, navigation tabs, and genre-wise selections, Eros Now's interface is easy to learn and use. Another important feature of this OTT app is its quickie version of movies and series that allow you to enjoy your favourite content in a short and crisp manner. Hence, Eros Now can be your 24x7 entertainment partner!
It has a whopping global user base of 20 million and most of its originals are targeted around the Indian audience. Since it delivers content in multiple regional languages, Viu has gained substantial traction.
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