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Sony LIV alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rankAll video streaming services

Top picks

  • Prime Video logo

    Best overall

    Prime Video

    Amazon Prime plan: $14.99/month or $139/year

  • YouTube logo

    Best free option

    YouTube

    Free plan + paid

Common reasons people leave Sony LIV: sports rights change by season, so a favourite event may move elsewhere, and mobile-only plan is capped at 720p on a single device. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Sony LIV, 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

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Prime Video logoPrime VideoPaid$14.99/month or $139/yearNoWeb, Windows, macOS +28 of 876.8
2YouTube logoYouTubeFree plan + paid—NoWeb, iOS, Android4 of 472.5
3ZEE5 logoZEE5Free plan + paid₹129 for 3 months (kids plan)NoWeb, Android, iOS8 of 864.8
4Netflix logoNetflixPaid$8.99 a month (Standard with ads)NoWeb, Windows, iOS +18 of 857.2
  1. Prime Video logo

    1. Prime VideoTop pick

    Best for: Amazon Prime members who want films, series and sports bundled with their membership

    PaidWeb, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android

    76.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Sony LIV

    More big-budget Indian originals and films, bundled with Amazon Prime.

    Pros

    • Included with an Amazon Prime membership
    • Rent or buy titles that aren't in the subscription
    • Offline downloads on mobile and desktop apps

    Cons

    • Ads on included content in many countries unless you pay extra
    • Mix of included, add-on and paid titles makes browsing confusing
    • Downloaded titles can't be cast to Chromecast or AirPlay
    Visit Prime Video Compare with Sony LIVDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.15100
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

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

    Is Prime Video a good Sony LIV alternative?

    Verified facts

    8 of 8 verified
    Content
    Movies, TV shows, sports, live TV
    Checked Nov 8, 2026primevideo.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Offline downloads
    iOS, Android, macOS, Windows, Fire tablets
    Checked Nov 8, 2026primevideo.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Casting downloads
    Not allowed
    Checked Nov 8, 2026primevideo.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Owner
    Amazon
    Checked Nov 8, 2026primevideo.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Amazon Prime plan
    $14.99/month or $139/year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026amazon.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Amazon Prime plan (UK)
    £8.99/month or £95/year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026amazon.co.uk(opens source in a new tab)
    Amazon Prime plan (India)
    ₹299/month or ₹1,499/year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026amazon.in(opens source in a new tab)
    Prime Lite plan (India)
    ₹799/year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026amazon.in(opens source in a new tab)
  2. YouTube logo

    2. YouTube

    Best for: Anyone who wants the widest range of free videos, tutorials, live streams and podcasts in one place

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    72.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Sony LIV

    Free highlights and many full shows from Indian TV networks.

    Pros

    • Huge free library covering almost every topic and language
    • Shorts, live streams, podcasts and long videos in one app
    • Runs on nearly every phone, TV, console and browser
    • Clear revenue share for creators in the Partner Program

    Cons

    • Free tier carries frequent ads, including mid-roll
    • Background play and downloads need a paid Premium plan
    • Heavy tracking of viewing history to drive recommendations
    Visit YouTube Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.15100
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

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

    Is YouTube a good Sony LIV alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Creator revenue share
    55% of ad revenue to creators
    Checked Nov 8, 2026youtube.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Audience
    2B viewers
    Checked Nov 8, 2026youtube.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Formats
    Shorts, long videos, live and podcasts
    Checked Nov 8, 2026youtube.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Monetization
    YouTube Partner Program
    Checked Nov 8, 2026youtube.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. ZEE5 logo

    3. ZEE5

    Best for: Viewers who want Zee TV serials and films in Hindi or a regional Indian language

    Free plan + paidWeb, Android, iOS

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Sony LIV

    Similar price range with a bigger regional-language library from the Zee channels.

    Pros

    • Large library of Zee TV serials and regional-language films
    • Language-specific packs cost less than the full plan
    • Available to the South Asian diaspora in 190+ countries

    Cons

    • Few international series compared with Netflix or Prime Video
    • Free tier is limited and carries ads
    • Little live sport beyond the football rights Zee holds
    Visit ZEE5 Compare with Sony LIVDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

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

    Is ZEE5 a good Sony LIV alternative?

    Verified facts

    8 of 8 verified
    Reach
    190+ countries
    Checked Nov 8, 2026zee5.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Languages
    Seven Indian languages
    Checked Nov 8, 2026zee5.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Owner
    Zee Entertainment Enterprises
    Checked Nov 8, 2026zee5.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Sports rights
    FIFA tournaments in India until 2034
    Checked Nov 8, 2026zee5.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    ₹129 for 3 months (kids plan)
    Checked Nov 6, 2026zee5.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Regional plan
    ₹199 a month (Hindi, Punjabi, Bhojpuri)
    Checked Nov 6, 2026zee5.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Movies, Series, Live TV plan
    ₹299 a month
    Checked Nov 6, 2026zee5.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Sports + all content plan
    ₹1,699 for 12 months
    Checked Nov 6, 2026zee5.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Netflix logo

    4. Netflix

    Best for: Households that want a big library of original series and films on nearly every screen

    PaidWeb, Windows, iOS, Android

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Sony LIV

    Ad-free plans and a wider choice of international series and films.

    Pros

    • Large catalogue of original series and films
    • Apps on almost every TV, console and phone
    • Offline downloads and mobile games included

    Cons

    • Account sharing restricted to one household
    • 4K and more simultaneous screens require the top plan
    • Library differs by country and titles rotate out
    Visit Netflix Compare with Sony LIVDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    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 Netflix a good Sony LIV alternative?

    Verified facts

    8 of 8 verified
    Billing
    Monthly only
    Checked Nov 8, 2026help.netflix.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Top quality
    4K Ultra HD + HDR (Premium)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026help.netflix.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Account sharing
    One household
    Checked Nov 8, 2026help.netflix.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Games
    Included
    Checked Nov 8, 2026help.netflix.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $8.99 a month (Standard with ads)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026help.netflix.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Standard plan
    $19.99 a month
    Checked Nov 8, 2026help.netflix.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Premium plan
    $26.99 a month
    Checked Nov 8, 2026help.netflix.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Extra member
    $7.99 a month with ads, $9.99 without
    Checked Nov 8, 2026help.netflix.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Sony LIV alternative for…

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

Prime Video logo

Best Sony LIV alternative for most people

Prime Video

More big-budget Indian originals and films, bundled with Amazon Prime.

YouTube logo

Best Sony LIV alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

YouTube

Free highlights and many full shows from Indian TV networks.

Prime Video logo

Best Sony LIV alternative for Mac

Prime Video

More big-budget Indian originals and films, bundled with Amazon Prime.

Netflix logo

Best Sony LIV alternative for Windows

Netflix

Ad-free plans and a wider choice of international series and films.

ZEE5 logo

Best Sony LIV alternative for iPhone and Android

ZEE5

Similar price range with a bigger regional-language library from the Zee channels.

Prime Video logo

Best Sony LIV alternative for working in the browser

Prime Video

More big-budget Indian originals and films, bundled with Amazon Prime.

Sony LIV alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Sony LIV?

Prime Video ranks first right now. More big-budget Indian originals and films, bundled with Amazon Prime. YouTube and ZEE5 follow it in our ranking.

Sony LIV vs Prime Video: what's the difference?

Both Sony LIV and Prime Video are paid products. Verified prices: Sony LIV ₹1,499/year (₹399/month), Prime Video $14.99/month or $139/year. Only Prime Video runs on Windows and macOS.

Is Sony LIV free?

Sony LIV is a paid product. Premium plan: ₹1,499/year (₹399/month); Mobile-only plan: ₹699/year, 720p, 1 device. Checked on Sony LIV's own site, November 2026.

How much do Sony LIV alternatives cost?

Verified prices for the top-ranked Sony LIV alternatives: Prime Video, $14.99/month or $139/year; ZEE5, ₹129 for 3 months (kids plan); Netflix, $8.99 a month (Standard with ads). Each price was checked on the app's own site; see each card below for the date and source.

Is there a free alternative to Sony LIV?

Yes. YouTube (free plan + paid) and ZEE5 (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Sony LIV?

None of the 4 alternatives in this list is open source.

Why do people switch from Sony LIV?

The complaints we hear most: sports rights change by season, so a favourite event may move elsewhere; mobile-only plan is capped at 720p on a single device; smaller film library than JioHotstar or Prime Video.

How is this list ranked?

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