20 Best FireStick Apps (2018)

Amazon Inc has revolutionized the world of Home TV entertainment with its ground-breaking product, Amazon Fire Stick. With Fire TV Stick in your hand, you not only have access to some regular TV channels but it also gives you the freedom to experience entertainment, way beyond the parameters of cable or satellite TV.

Apart from both Amazon Prime show and Netflix videos onboard, you can also use various other Amazon Fire Stick apps to view the content of your choice and demand. There’s a huge majority of wide-ranging FireStick apps and they perform various functions as per your need.

But, the thing is you don’t actually need these many apps for your Fire Stick. The reason is that while a lot of apps have multiple features, a lot of others are either simply for beautification or whose purposes are normally fulfilled by other household names. For this very reason, we’ve curated a list of arguably the most important or you can say the best Amazon Fire Stick apps that you can install or sideload on your Fire TV / Stick.

Best Amazon Fire Stick Apps 2018

Now that we are over with the basics why we need FireStick apps, let’s start with our list. All of these applications have been categorized as well to give you a better idea of the exact purpose they’ll serve.

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Best Fire Stick App for Safety

#1. IPvanish 

 

VPN (Virtual Private Network) is a tool for those who have privacy concerns. In simple words, if you want to view content that is restricted in your country, you can change your server location and enjoy the restricted content without any risks. Moreover, Governments and ISPs worldwide track their users’ online activities, and the online content streamers are their top targets. If you don’t want to invite any legal trouble, your best bet is a good FireStick VPN. IPVanish VPN has been consistently ranked as the best VPN for Fire Stick. It offers an easy-to-use app for Fire TV / Stick which can be installed within minutes.

You need not be troubled about network speed as well because IPvanish has an inbuilt speed optimizer for enhancing network speed. Whenever you launch this application you will see a feature called Smart Location, which will show you the best server locations, to get maximum speed from.

Check out our article how to install best VPN on FireStick to learn more about IPvanish features and installation steps.

Best FireStick Apps for Movies and TV

#2. Kodi (Free)

Kodi is an open source application for various platforms and can be downloaded on your Amazon Fire Stick, without any additional cost. Apart from everything else which contributes to its burgeoning reputation, what catches the eye is its simple yet elegant user interface.

With a plethora of options for personal entertainment, you can choose what you like – right from a music from a preorganized party playlist to viewing various TV shows. And why limit to only TV shows. You can also view full-fledged HD movies on your Amazon Fire Stick. Via, Kodi you’ll have access to over thousands of movies of almost all genre, in a single click.

Kodi has a unique feature which lets you share your photos on any other screen or digital album from your personal slideshow itself. In case you want to record your favorite TV shows, you’ll have to download a PVR add-on for the app. Kodi users are advised to use a VPN due to heavy online surveillance all over the world.

How to install Kodi on FireStick

#3. Terrarium TV (Free)

Terrarium TV is one of the fastest growing third-party apps for Fire Stick with a huge collection of movies and TV shows. The developers of the app are always on their heels to add fresh content and for continuously updating the app with new features.

Most of the video streaming applications have a network issue, but with Terrarium TV, any video in HD quality will play smoothly. The user interface is also very simple and convenient to use, and you will hardly find any difficulty in navigating or searching the desired content.

However, you will not find this application directly on Amazon app store but you can sideload it on your Fire TV / Stick. Apart from movies and TV shows, documentaries are also available on this platform. It is among the most popular apps on Fire TV Stick, occupying lesser space and providing best entertainment.

Users are advised to check the legal status of Terrarium in their country and use it accordingly.

How to install Terrarium on FireStick

#4. Netflix (Paid)

Netflix has aptly turned out to be a synonym for entertainment today. It is undoubtedly, one of the most widely used platforms for TV shows and Movies. And although Netflix is a paid service, it is still one of best apps for Fire Stick.

Arguably the best thing about Netflix is that you always get fresh content and can never get bored of it. For the lovers of “classics”, the media channel also houses lots of old TV shows, for their loyal and die-hard fans.

Once you subscribe to Netflix on your Amazon Fire Stick, you can use the same account on more than one devices. If you’re not sure whether you should get it, just try Netflix for a month for free and cancel it anytime you want (which is a seriously unlikely probability). With a Netflix VPN, you can also stream other country’s version of Netflix without any legal issues.

#5. Crackle (Free)

Crackle is another free video streaming service app, from Sony Entertainment. You can easily find the best award-winning movies and TV shows in this, without any hassles.

If you are a real admirer of great works in entertainment then you should definitely register yourself on Crackle to view amazing TV shows, movies and web series on your Amazon Fire Stick device. However, you need to create an account on Crackle to enjoy the freedom to access its content.

If you have children accessing such devices, there is always a risk of them getting exposed to some adult content, which has to be avoided at all costs. Thankfully, Crackle has also taken care of this by adding a Parental Control feature in the app, to filter the content according to age. This only adds up to the app’s popularity on the Fire Stick.

The app is available for free on Amazon App Store. You can download it by using the Alexa voice search feature on your Fire TV Stick. Or you can click on “magnifying-glass” (search icon) and type “Crackle.” The app will pop-up in the search results, click the app name and hit “Get” button to install it on your FireStick.

#6. Pluto TV (Free)

What can be better than a live TV? You may get bored of viewing the same content repeatedly on a lot of other apps, but Pluto live TV will always have something new for you. Downloading this free application will have you enjoying live tv on your Fire Stick.

There are more than a hundred live channels for you to choose from. The channels are available in various genres, out of which the primary ones are news, sports, and entertainment. Apart from that, there are more than thousands of TV shows and movies available on the platform.

Pluto TV has a unique feature of adding a new hit movie every week for its viewers. The application is regularly updated and well maintained by the developers.

#7. Crunchyroll (Paid)

If you are a fan of Japanese anime and Asian entertainment then Crunchyroll is for you. It’s one of the favorite apps used by Anime lovers worldwide.

There are more than 25000+ episodes of different Anime series available on the platform guaranteeing a non-stop 15000+ hours of entertainment. Although most of the anime tv shows are in Japanese, Crunchyroll has a solution for you. Before broadcasting, all the shows are translated into various languages, making for uninterrupted entertainment.

All the content available on Crunchyroll is fully licensed and authenticated from the major Asian media producers. This application is not free, and you’ll have to pay for the premium subscription to avail all the features. However, you can take a 14-day free trial before purchasing the premium service and in case you don’t like it, the subscription can be canceled anytime.

#8. Sling TV (Paid)

Sling TV was the first live TV launched on the internet and should be among your very first choices if you’re fond of live TV channels. However, this service is only available in the USA so you need to use a VPN to access it elsewhere.

Most of the live video streaming services charge more than $40 for the same features that you can get just for $20 per month with Sling TV. The only concern is that you need a proper internet connection in order to enjoy uninterrupted live streaming services.

The only restriction is that if you opt for the cheapest pack, you won’t be able to stream on more than one screen at a time. In case you’re logged in with more than one device, it will automatically ask for the single device you want to view the channels with, upon starting.

#9. FreeFlix HQ (Free)

FreeFlix HQ is a unique application in the world of online entertainment. But because it is not available on App Store, you need to sideload the app on your Amazon Fire Stick. There are plenty of amazing features that FreeFlix offers you, free of cost.

Not only you can live stream a full HD movie or TV show on your fire TV but can also download it for later viewing. Along with the mainstream TV shows and Movies, Anime shows are also available. All the TV shows and movies come with pre-added subtitles.

For WWE fans, it is a very useful application as it allows on-demand WWE episodes. It has an integrated Track.tv support so that you can track which shows are being viewed on the app. This feature can be really helpful for parents to monitor the activities of their children as well.

Best FireStick Apps for Sports

#10. IPTV (Paid)

10.1 The Players KLUB

Playersklub works for Firestick and Firetv as a live tv service for the USA and Canada mostly . includes Sports and and payperview services- $5 possibly increasing to 10 $ soon. https://www.husham.com/playersklub

10.2 Area 51

Area51 has most of the international channels including UK, USA, Canada, and India and much more, the service designed for aliens like you and me that want just to have fun with other networks.  The service recently reduced its service to 5$ a month and might go back to original price of 10$ soon. https://www.husham.com/area51

10.3 Over The Top TV Also known as OTTTV 

OTTTV Provides stable UK and USA plus sports service. The service is for £6 a month, recently gone up to £8 pounds a month due to increase contents . https://www.husham.com/otttv

10.4 Rambo IPTV. Arabic and some international channels including some indian and uk,usa channels. the service is 80$ a year.

Rambo IPTV with Samsung smart IPTV 2018 – Arabic Premium LIVE TV

#11. Mobdro (Free)

If you like watching sports and at the same time don’t want to spend a penny for that then Mobdro is the right Fire Stick app for you. Don’t look for this app on the Amazon App Store because it can only be downloaded from Mobdro’s official website. If you are a Kodi user, you can install it on Kodi itself.

Once you download this application and run it on your Fire TV, you’ll notice that Mobdro keeps on searching free video streaming around the globe and sends it directly to your device, making it a very useful tool in the said regard.

You can enjoy the free streaming service for as long as you want, but if you wish to remove unnecessary bulky ads then you have to purchase a premium account. With a premium subscription, you can not only enjoy an ad-free entertainment but also capture and download the live streaming videos and store them for later viewing.

How to install Mobdro on Kodi

#12. Watch ESPN (Paid)

Whether you love any particular sport or like to view sports for just killing some time, you should have ESPN on your Amazon Firestick. ESPN not only provides live streaming of sports but you can opt for an on-demand service as well.

Hundreds of sporting events are covered by ESPN and all of them can be available on your Fire TV. For this, you just have to choose the sport or event you desire to view and purchase the passes for it. If the event lasts for more than a day then you can also purchase passes on a monthly or yearly basis (like the Premier League).

Watch ESPN service is available in middle east, Europe, Africa and several parts of Asia. From NCAA college sports events to races from the Indy Car series, there are a plethora of options available for viewing and entertainment purposes. You can also avail a 7-day full trial but after the seventh day, you’ll be charged based on the plan you initially chose, unless you cancel the services.

Amazon Fire Stick Apps for News

#13. Sky News (Paid)

Watching news on regular basis keeps you updated in this fast-moving world. And what’s better than having that luxury on your Amazon Fire TV as well? Well, one of the most popular 24-hour news channels, Sky News have also made their app available for the Fire TV Stick.

Sky News gives you access to information about all the important kinds of stuff and events happening in the world. You can enjoy 24×7 streaming of news reports on the app. The best part is that the breaking news will always be at the forefront of your viewing so that you don’t miss any update. (However, there are chances that you might get sick of continuous weather reporting.)

One thing is for sure that unlike CBS and NBC, Sky News doesn’t run the same old news again and again. There’ll always be some or the other type of fresh content for you. But Sky News is not free, and you need to purchase a premium version to avail all these features.

#14. BBC News (Paid)

BBC News is one of the top apps for FireStick. In the world of News and Information, BBC, an acronym for British Broadcasting Corporation is a brand. It provides genuine news without any fabrication. Arguably the primary reason why most of us blindly trust BBC is due to its huge network of trustworthy journalists and their reach to every nook and corner of the world. And now this is available on your Amazon Fire TV as well.

Through BBC News, you can not only view live streaming videos but can even browse news articles and read them on your device. BBC News covers almost all sections of News including entertainment, business, health, and lifestyle. It could be a real time saver if you wish to read the fresh content always and don’t have to go searching for it every time.

Also, there are no commercials or ads to interrupt your viewing experiences. Videos are stacked up in auto play mode, so you need to switch to other news videos manually.

Best Fire TV Stick Apps for Music

#15. YouTube (Free)

YouTube is one of the primary entertainment platforms on the internet and most of us are quite addicted to it. Since we are accustomed to using YouTube on our smartphones and PC, just imagine how would it look on a bigger HD screen?

Well, YouTube is one of the must-have apps for your Amazon Firestick and can directly be downloaded from the Amazon App Store itself. Playing your favorite music on the channel or exploring the new releases, all of this is possible on the Amazon Fire TV as well. Additionally, you can also create a music playlist comprising of your favorite songs and play them whenever you want.

Just like the web version, YouTube app for the Fire Stick is also free. Although there is no solution for ads or commercials in between, all you need is a good internet connection to enjoy your favorite music.

How to install YouTube on FireStick

#16. Twitch (Free)

Like YouTube, Twitch is also a free platform for listening music or viewing content. But twitch has a certain turn to it. Apart from viewing content, you can also contribute content. Unique, isn’t it?

With the Twitch app, you can not only view any content but can also stream your own content. Also, unlike other video streaming applications available for Fire Stick, here you can find live streaming of video games as well (now that’s something totally cool). If you like a certain video or streaming, you can support and help your favorite streamers to get rewards and recognition by increasing the views, subscribing and cheering with Bits.

You can even earn money as a streamer on Twitch by signing up for the Affiliate program. If you are a gamer and love to make some quick bucks, you just need to sign-up to become a verified Twitch partner and earn by broadcasting yourself playing.

#17. Spotify (Free)

If you are an all-time music lover, then Spotify should be a household name for you. Once you download Spotify on your Amazon Firestick, you get an instant access to millions of songs, as soon as you log in to your account.

You can also use a single Spotify account to play music on different devices by using the same Wi-Fi network. To select a music from a playlist, you can simply use your mobile phone and then synchronize it with your Amazon Fire TV to set up the mood or to get in the groove.

Unlike various online music streaming apps, Spotify would not irritate you with unwanted advertisements in between the music playlist. You also get an option to download your favorite music and listen to it afterward.

Utility Apps for FireStick

#18. Downloader (Free)

For any platform, you must have utility applications pre-installed to do any task. Utility Applications form the soul of a device and Downloader is one such utility application, you must have on your Amazon Firestick.

Whether you want to sideload an application or save your favorite music video, you will always need a downloader application to accomplish the task. The other implication is that without a downloader, you would not get enough download speed and might end up wasting lots of time. Due to the poor internet connection at times, your downloading might also get stalled and result in corrupted files.

To prevent this, the downloader app for Fire Stick lets you immediately pause the process and resume it when you are on a good network. This not only helps you to systemize the files you want to download but also prevent them from corruption.

How to install downloader app on FireStick

#19. FireStick App Store

Google’s Play Store today has become the backbone of any device. Truly speaking, you cannot imagine an Android-based device without Play Store, because any application that you’ll need to download (even in case of the Fire Stick) today, is available on the Play store. However, the problem is that the official version of Google Play Store is not designed to work with the Fire Stick.

Now although this does pose a serious issue with the Fire TV Stick there’s a turnaround available. Fortunately, there’s an alternative to Play Store for Fire Stick which serves the exact same purpose – Aptoide.

Aptoide is an open source software and specifically designed to work with Fire TV Stick. It’s. Apart from being perfectly easy on the installation, you can rest assured of its authenticity because there are several versions of this app (for smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, VR, etc). The app has seen over millions of downloads and has over 750,000 apps, at the time of the last count.

How to install Google Play Alternative on Fire Stick

#20. Browser (Free)

A browser is undoubtedly one of the most useful apps for Amazon Fire TV Stick. There are various applications that are very useful but cannot be downloaded from the Play store. In such a case, you’ll need to visit their official website if you wish to download it on your device. To access these websites, you’ll need a browser.

The browser serves as a multifunctional application. Some of the most popular apps like YouTube and Spotify have online platforms that can be accessed with a browser and a swift internet connection, without downloading or installing them.

The browser saves your time and space by eliminating the requirement of installing third-party applications that you need to sideload on the Amazon Fire TV. Along with applications, you can also view your other favorite websites in HD quality on a bigger and better screen.

To install your favorite browser on Fire Stick, go to “Search” icon and type the name of your browser such as “Firefox.” When the app name appears in search results, open and install it.

To Conclude…

It won’t be wrong to say that Amazon Firestick has an enormously high potential in future. It won’t be long before we see people abandoning Cable or Dish and opting for internet streaming. When it comes to enjoying flexibility on what you want to watch, it makes every sense.

If you are planning to buy an Amazon Firestick or already have one, the applications listed above can be really helpful in many regards. Eventually, you will get a taste of different kinds of entertainment, and that too in a much-enhanced way.

While some applications are free of cost, some others will set you back by a few dollars, if you’d like to enjoy premium features. The above listicle is a mix of both and will make your device a complete entertainment source. Still, you should always read the user reviews carefully and use your own wit before investing money in Amazon Fire Stick apps.

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