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Netflix alternatives: 3 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Netflix: account sharing restricted to one household, and 4K and more simultaneous screens require the top plan. We ranked 3 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Netflix, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Prime Video currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Stremio logoStremioFree plan + paidYesWindows, macOS, Linux +35 of 562.6
2Plex logoPlexFree plan + paidNoWindows, macOS, Linux +44 of 450.3
  1. Stremio logo

    1. StremioTop pick

    Best for: Viewers who want one library and synced watch progress across phone, TV and computer

    Free plan + paidOpen sourceWindows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Web

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Netflix

    One app that pulls together the streaming services and add-ons you already use.

    Pros

    • One library and watch progress synced across many devices
    • Add-on system makes it very flexible
    • Free, with open-source apps
    • Plays torrents and magnet links directly

    Cons

    • No content of its own; usefulness depends on third-party add-ons
    • Popular community add-ons often serve pirated streams
    • iOS app is limited compared with Android and desktop
    Visit Stremio Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Stremio a good Netflix alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Open source
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026stremio.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Desktop apps
    Windows, Mac, Linux
    Checked Oct 25, 2026stremio.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Casting
    Chromecast
    Checked Oct 25, 2026stremio.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Own content
    None; comes from add-ons
    Checked Oct 25, 2026stremio.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Torrent playback
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026stremio.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Plex logo

    2. Plex

    Best for: Households that want the most polished apps on every device with minimal fuss

    Free plan + paidSelf-hostableWindows, macOS, Linux, Self-hosted, Web, iOS, Android

    50.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Netflix

    Offers free ad-supported films and TV, and can stream a personal media library you own.

    Pros

    • Apps on nearly every TV, console and phone
    • Easy setup and friendly for non-technical users
    • Strong metadata, Plexamp music app and DVR

    Cons

    • Remote streaming of your own media now needs a paid pass
    • Accounts and sign-in depend on Plex's cloud
    • Interface pushes Plex's own ad-supported content
    Visit Plex Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.346
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Plex a good Netflix alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, streaming at home
    Checked Oct 25, 2026plex.tv(opens source in a new tab)
    Remote Watch Pass trial
    14 days
    Checked Oct 25, 2026plex.tv(opens source in a new tab)
    Plex Pass features
    Remote streaming, hardware transcoding, downloads
    Checked Oct 25, 2026plex.tv(opens source in a new tab)
    Server platforms
    Windows, macOS, Linux, NVIDIA Shield, NAS
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.plex.tv(opens source in a new tab)

The best Netflix alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Prime Video logo

Best Netflix alternative for most people

Prime Video

Comes with an Amazon Prime membership and adds rentals, purchases and live sports.

Stremio logo

Best Netflix alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Stremio

One app that pulls together the streaming services and add-ons you already use.

Stremio logo

Best Netflix alternative for open source

Stremio

One app that pulls together the streaming services and add-ons you already use.

Plex logo

Best Netflix alternative for self-hosting

Plex

Offers free ad-supported films and TV, and can stream a personal media library you own.

Prime Video logo

Best Netflix alternative for Mac

Prime Video

Comes with an Amazon Prime membership and adds rentals, purchases and live sports.

Prime Video logo

Best Netflix alternative for Windows

Prime Video

Comes with an Amazon Prime membership and adds rentals, purchases and live sports.

Stremio logo

Best Netflix alternative for Linux

Stremio

One app that pulls together the streaming services and add-ons you already use.

Prime Video logo

Best Netflix alternative for iPhone and Android

Prime Video

Comes with an Amazon Prime membership and adds rentals, purchases and live sports.

Prime Video logo

Best Netflix alternative for working in the browser

Prime Video

Comes with an Amazon Prime membership and adds rentals, purchases and live sports.

Netflix alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Netflix?

Prime Video ranks first right now. Comes with an Amazon Prime membership and adds rentals, purchases and live sports. Stremio and Plex follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Netflix?

Yes. Stremio (free plan + paid) and Plex (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Netflix?

Yes: Stremio.

Which Netflix alternatives work on Linux?

Stremio and Plex run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Netflix?

The complaints we hear most: account sharing restricted to one household; 4K and more simultaneous screens require the top plan; library differs by country and titles rotate out.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Netflix, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.