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Free Sony LIV alternatives: 2 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

2 of the 4 Sony LIV alternatives we track can be used for free (free, open source, or with a free plan). YouTube and ZEE5 rank highest, with facts last verified Nov 8, 2026.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1YouTube logoYouTubeFree plan + paid—NoWeb, iOS, Android4 of 472.5
2ZEE5 logoZEE5Free plan + paid₹129 for 3 months (kids plan)NoWeb, Android, iOS8 of 864.8
  1. YouTube logo

    1. YouTubeTop pick

    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)
  2. ZEE5 logo

    2. 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)