# Save.TV – TV Recorder, Fernseh

> Save.TV - TV, as you like! Broadcasts record & stream via App

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.savetv.android](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.savetv.android)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.savetv.android`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Save.TV
- **Category:** VIDEO\_PLAYERS
- **Downloads:** 264,041
- **Rating:** 4.03 / 5 (4,440 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.10.2
- **Last updated:** 2025-10-06
- **First published:** 2013-02-20
- **Publisher country:** DE
- **Size:** 4.78 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.savetv.android)
- **Website:** [https://hilfe.save.tv/SubmitTicket/?r=http%3a%2f%2fhilfe.save.tv%2fdefault.aspx](https://hilfe.save.tv/SubmitTicket/?r=http%3a%2f%2fhilfe.save.tv%2fdefault.aspx)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.save.tv/stv/s/misc/policy.cfm](https://www.save.tv/stv/s/misc/policy.cfm)

## Description

Save.TV is your personal digital video recorder in the cloud, letting you record and stream programs from over 40 German TV channels directly to your Android phone or tablet. Enjoy unlimited access to films, series, documentaries, sports, and music events, all available to stream or download without ads and in high-definition quality.

With Save.TV, you can easily create your own video archive without any additional devices. Whether you're at home, on vacation, or commuting, your favorite shows are always at your fingertips. The app automatically records your favorite programs based on your preferences, ensuring you never miss a moment. Start with a 30-day free trial and access your TV highlights anytime, anywhere with Save.TV.

## Rankings

- #139,099 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.savetv.android.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Reviews show Save.TV can be great when it works, with easy UI and travel-friendly features, but persistent reliability and usability problems (crashes, Chromecast issues, download/storage limits, language barriers) and occasional billing concerns hinder consistent use.

### Pros

- Easy to use with a clear interface.
- Good quality, handling and service when it works.
- Useful for travel, with a browser version available.
- Positive sentiment in reviews when functioning (e.g., "The Best", "Its brilliant", "Love save.tv").

### Cons

- Frequent technical issues: app crashes or fails to start, with slow bug fixes.
- Chromecast/casting functionality issues that are not resolved.
- Language support is lacking (no English translation; language barrier).
- Download/storage problems: external SD card not writable, downloads fail or stop, and path errors.
- Billing concerns and potential unwanted charges after a free trial.

## Similar extensions and apps

- [Fernsehen App mit Live TV](https://chrome-stats.com/d/de.couchfunk.em2016) — 973,694 users
- [YouTV German TV worldwide](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.keepinmind.youtv) — 51,422 users, 4.29 / 5
- [YouTV German TV worldwide](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.youtv.android) — 639,893 users, 4.56 / 5
- [TV.de Live TV Streaming](https://chrome-stats.com/d/de.couchfunk.liveevents) — 1,005,133 users
- [1&1 TV und Filme](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.einsundeinstv.player) — 799,205 users, 2.50 / 5
- [TV.de TV Programm App](https://chrome-stats.com/d/de.android.couchfunk.epg) — 319,325 users
- [LIVE TV - Deutsches Fernsehen](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tv.live.deutsches.fernsehen) — 1,029,007 users, 4.27 / 5
- [GREENFIBER](https://chrome-stats.com/d/de.greenfiber.play) — 1,278 users
- [TV-MEDIA TV Programm](https://chrome-stats.com/d/at.tvmedia) — 509,073 users
- [E.ON TV](https://chrome-stats.com/d/de.westconnect.play) — 959 users
- [TV.de Couchfunk Live TV](https://chrome-stats.com/d/de.android.couchfunk) — 81,763 users
- [VOtv](https://chrome-stats.com/d/lu.vo.tvplay) — 11,357 users

---

Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.savetv.android)