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Free Live TV Apps for Firestick

The best free live TV apps for Firestick are official Amazon Appstore apps such as Pluto TV, Tubi, The Roku Channel, Plex, Sling Freestream and Xumo Play, plus CBC Gem in Canada. They cost nothing because they run ads, and you install them like any other Fire TV app.

This guide compares each app, shows the install steps, and explains the Fire TV Live tab. It covers only free, officially distributed apps, with no channel promises.

Last updated: October 2026

Which free live TV apps work on Firestick?

Pluto TV, Tubi, The Roku Channel, Plex, Sling Freestream, Xumo Play and the free section of Prime Video all list Amazon Fire TV as a supported device, and each offers free, ad-supported live channels. In Canada, Pluto TV, Tubi, Plex and CBC Gem are the clearest picks. What you see depends on your Amazon account country.

Free live TV apps on Amazon Fire TV compared
AppWhat is free and liveWhere it is offeredGood to know
Pluto TVFree live channels in a TV-style guide, plus on-demand movies and showsUnited States and CanadaNo account needed. Signing up is optional and adds favorites.
TubiLive news and other live channels next to a large on-demand libraryUnited States and Canada (live channels vary by country)Free and ad-supported. Install it from the Appstore under the Tubi name.
The Roku ChannelA Live TV channel guide with free news, sports, kids and lifestyle channelsUnited States only on Fire TVRoku says premium subscriptions are not sold on Fire TV devices.
PlexFree, ad-supported live channels in the Live TV sectionUnited States, Canada and most other countriesNo Plex Pass, server or antenna needed. Live channels cannot be paused or recorded.
Sling FreestreamFree live channels and on-demand titles inside the Sling appUnited StatesOpen the Sling app and choose the free option. No subscription or account needed.
Xumo PlayFree live channels plus movies and showsUnited StatesXumo lists Amazon Fire TV and Fire Stick as supported devices.
Prime Video (free with ads)Former Freevee shows, movies and live channelsUnited StatesSign in with an Amazon account. No Prime membership needed for the free titles.
CBC GemLive CBC TV from regional stations, plus on-demand showsCanadaA free account unlocks your local station. Not supported on the Fire TV Stick 4K Select.

Line-ups change often, so this page lists no channels or channel counts. Check each app's guide.

How do you install a free live TV app on Firestick?

Every app in the table installs from the Amazon Appstore with the remote alone, with no Downloader or extra tools. Search for the app by name from the Fire TV home screen, pick the official listing, select Get or Download, then open it. The same steps work on Fire TV Stick, Fire TV Cube and Fire TV smart TVs.

  1. 1

    Connect and sign in

    Connect the Fire TV to your home Wi-Fi and make sure it is signed in to your Amazon account. The account country decides which apps the Appstore shows.

  2. 2

    Open search

    From the home screen, select Find or the magnifying glass, then Search. You can also open the Appstore tile and search there.

  3. 3

    Type the app name

    Enter the name exactly, for example Pluto TV, Tubi, Plex or CBC Gem, and select it when it appears under the keyboard.

  4. 4

    Check the listing

    Open the app page and check that it comes from the service itself and is marked free. Skip look-alike apps with a different publisher.

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    Select Get or Download

    Wait for the install to finish, then select Open. The app also appears in your apps row on the home screen.

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    Open it once and play a channel

    Go to the app's Live or Live TV section and play one channel. Opening the app once also lets supported apps share their channels with the Fire TV Live tab.

How do you watch free channels in the Fire TV Live tab?

Several free apps can send their channels to the Fire TV Live tab and channel guide, so you can browse without opening each app first. Install the app, open it once, then go to Live on the home screen or press the Guide button on your remote. Amazon notes that some live TV apps need a paid subscription.

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    Scan for channels

    Go to Settings, select Live TV, then Channel Scan, and follow the on-screen instructions.

  2. 2

    Browse what is on

    Use the On Now row on the home screen, the Live tab, or the Guide button on the remote.

  3. 3

    Save favorites

    While a channel plays, open the channel guide, press the Menu button, and choose Add to Favorite Channels or Add & Manage Channels.

Which free live TV apps work on Firestick in Canada?

Canadian Fire TV owners should start with CBC Gem, Pluto TV, Tubi and Plex. CBC says a free Gem account unlocks your local CBC TV station, and without signing in you still get the CBC TV Ottawa stream and select live events. Gem expects a Canadian Amazon account, billing address and time zone on the device.

Roku says The Roku Channel installs on Fire TV in the United States only. Sling Freestream, Xumo Play and the free Prime Video catalog are US-focused services, so if your Canadian account does not show them, stick with the four apps above.

Newer Fire TV Stick 4K Select models run Amazon's Vega OS, and CBC says Gem is not supported on that model. If an app is missing on your stick, check the app's own help page rather than installing it from somewhere else.

Do you need a Prime membership or an account?

No Prime membership is needed for these apps. Pluto TV and Sling Freestream can be watched without an account, and Plex's free live TV does not need Plex Pass, a server or an antenna. Prime Video's free titles and live channels ask you to sign in with an Amazon account, with no subscription required.

What should you skip when looking for free live TV on Firestick?

Skip anything sold as a free bundle of premium or sports channels, any pre-loaded stick, and any download that lives outside the Amazon Appstore. The apps on this page are free because they run ads, and they show only the channels they carry. If a cable network is not in their guide, it is not free there.

Where does an IPTV player fit on Fire TV?

A free live TV app brings its own channels. An IPTV player is different: it includes no channels and only plays a service you already subscribe to. If that is what you need, our Fire Stick guide covers the featured player, 7 MOTION TV, and the best Firestick IPTV app page explains how to choose one.

The Fire Stick Downloader guide is only for official packages a provider sends you. The free apps on this page all come from the Amazon Appstore and do not need it. For other screens, see apps by device.

Quick answers

Is there a free live TV app built into Firestick?

The Fire TV Live tab and channel guide are built in, but the channels come from apps you install, such as Pluto TV or Tubi. Prime Video also has free titles and live channels once you sign in with an Amazon account, with no Prime membership required.

Are free live TV apps on Firestick legal?

The apps on this page are official services distributed through the Amazon Appstore and paid for by ads, which is why they are free. Be wary of any app, stick or website that promises paid cable or sports channels at no cost.

Can I watch local news for free on Firestick?

Often, yes. Pluto TV and The Roku Channel both advertise local and national news, and in Canada a free CBC Gem account unlocks your local CBC TV station. Which local stations you get depends on where you live.

Why can't I find an app in the Fire TV Appstore?

Check that your Amazon account, billing address and device time zone match your country, and pause any VPN. Some apps are not offered on every model, including the Fire TV Stick 4K Select. Use the app's official help page rather than a download from another site.

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Get help installing a free app on Fire TV

Send your Fire TV model and the app you want. We help with Amazon Appstore installs and the Live tab, official store apps only. WhatsApp +44 7307 410512.

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Direct answers

What is an IPTV app?

An IPTV app is the programme on your TV stick, smart TV, or phone that logs into your IPTV service, shows a guide, and plays live or on demand video. The app is not the channels themselves. Your provider supplies the service you sign into. This site explains how to choose and install players. It does not publish playlists.

Do you rank a number one IPTV app?

No. This site does not publish a number one rank or star scores. The shortlist, without ranks, is 7 MOTION TV, Zuno TV as a separate app, TiViMate, IPTV Smarters Pro, Smart IPTV, and GSE Smart IPTV. Always confirm which players your own IPTV provider supports before you install.

Which player do you feature?

7 MOTION TV is the featured recommendation for Fire Stick, Android TV, Google TV, and Android phones or tablets only. The exact Google Play title is Lecteur IPTV – 7 MOTION. It is not featured for Apple TV or as the Samsung and LG store pick. Setup still depends on your provider.

What about Samsung or LG TVs?

On Samsung and LG sets, start with Smart IPTV when it is in the TV store and your provider supports it. 7 MOTION TV is not the built in smart TV lead on this site. If the store listing is missing or the TV feels slow, add a Fire Stick or Android stick instead of modifying the TV.

What about Apple TV?

Apple TV uses the App Store, not Android packages. This site does not feature 7 MOTION TV on tvOS. Start with an App Store player your provider lists, often GSE Smart IPTV, and check availability in your country. AirPlay from iPhone or iPad is the fallback when a native tvOS app is missing.

Can I use Chromecast for IPTV?

Yes, in two ways. Classic Chromecast dongles are cast from a phone on the same Wi Fi. Chromecast with Google TV and Google TV Streamer can install apps, including featured 7 MOTION TV when your provider supports it. This site does not publish a fake number one Chromecast app.

Does this site publish prices, channel counts, or bitrates?

No. This site does not publish IPTV subscription prices, channel counts, bitrates, or a minimum bandwidth. A free trial length is also not stated here, because trial terms depend on your provider. For player setup help, message us on WhatsApp.

What is activation code 3717996?

Provider activation code 3717996, sometimes labeled Suno by resellers, is an IPTV or downloader setup path for Lecteur IPTV – 7 MOTION. It is not the Play app Suno AI Music. Enter it only in the IPTV player flow your seller documented. The Suno IPTV code page explains why this code is not a music app unlock.

What is Zuno?

Zuno is an IPTV application. We do not sell channels. This site sells only the app: no channels, no playlists, and no subscriptions are included on the Zuno page. The installable file is the official zuno-tv.apk from the GitHub release. No public playlist is included.

Is sideloading an IPTV app safe?

Only when you install a package your provider authorises, and only when unknown sources is limited to a trusted installer such as Downloader on Fire Stick. Prefer the Amazon Appstore, Google Play, the TV brand store, or the Apple App Store when the app is listed. This site does not promote cracked or pirated apps.