Best anime apps for Android
Anime apps stream episodes and films with subtitles or dubbed audio, and some let you download a series to watch offline on a commute.
8 apps ranked · How we rank
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A deep, simulcast-led anime catalog that suits regular viewers, with downloads and multi-device streaming behind the paid tiers.
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A focused streaming app for Asian drama, BL and short-form series, with a usable free tier and optional VIP perks.
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A broad licensed anime library with short dramas and community clips, best for regular anime viewers who don't mind in-app purchases.
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A free hub for anime videos, manga, courses and quizzes that suits fans who want the whole hobby in one app.
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A fandom-first video app that rewards viewers who want danmu chatter and a reason to upload their own work.
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A free comics reader with animated versions of select stories, best for readers who follow several serialized series.
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A free, ad-supported anime finder with a huge catalog, best for viewers comfortable following links to public sources.
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A focused anime streaming app for committed fans who want simulcasts, dubs and uncensored titles, though its low rating warrants caution.
About anime apps
Casual viewers catching up on a popular series and fans following new episodes as they air both turn to them, including for shows missing from the streaming service they already pay for. They differ in catalog depth, the balance of subtitles and dubs, video quality, and how much they charge or rely on ads. A free app may carry a smaller or older library, while a subscription tends to bring more current titles and downloads, and one place to follow several seasons.
What to look for
- Check the catalog for the specific series and seasons you plan to watch, since a large overall library can still be missing the shows you want.
- Confirm whether subtitles and dubbed audio are available in your language and how many episodes of a series each covers.
- Look at whether episodes can be downloaded for offline viewing and how long a download stays playable.
- See how the app is paid for, whether through ads, a subscription, or a mix, and what that removes or unlocks.
- Review the privacy policy and permissions, especially if the app asks for account access or location data it does not need to play video.
How we rank
Apps are ranked by their Google Play rating (weighted by how many people rated them), their number of installs, how recently they were updated and how closely they fit the category. Only apps we've reviewed are included.