Features & Capabilities

Means TV is a 100% worker-owned, ad-free streaming platform with a mission to democratize media. It is subscriber-funded, independent, and committed to privacy, featuring daily independent news, original shows, documentaries, and a growing library of ethically sourced content. The catalog is human-curated, with no targeted algorithms or data tracking.

With cross-device access—AirPlay, Chromecast, and Smart TV compatibility—you can watch at home or on the go. Subscriptions are monthly or yearly inside the app, and your support helps build a worker-owned media infrastructure that centers working people. Content updates regularly and you’ll enjoy an uninterrupted, privacy-friendly viewing experience.

User Growth & Download Statistics

By:
means, llc
Rating:
5.00
(362)
Version:
3.31.0 Last updated: 2026-03-28
Version code:
882799335
Creation date:
2020-02-17
Compatible devices:
Size:
62.37MB
URLs:
Privacy policy
Full description:
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Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-07
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Ranking

Other platforms

Android
Means TV (v3.33.0)
22,942 4.89 (425)

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Developed by:
means, llc
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/means-tv/id1490462989

User Reviews

Mean TV is loved for its rich, worker-owned, anti-capitalist content and the Means Morning News, but users want more content and more consistent updates. Recurrent issues include login across devices, playback errors, PiP problems, and a clunky UI that hinders navigation. Overall, the catalog growth and reliability improvements are the main requests, while the content and mission receive strong praise.
Pros
  • High-quality, diverse leftist content and educational material.
  • Worker-owned co-op model with fair creator compensation.
  • Morning News updates are a reliable, engaging feature.
  • Overall app quality and simple design are well received.
  • Clear audience alignment and community support for the platform's mission.
Cons
  • Content quantity and consistency—request for more content and daily updates.
  • Playback issues and errors on Apple devices (e.g., 500 errors, failed loads).
  • Login/sign-in instability across devices.
  • UI/navigation is hard to use and makes it difficult to find favorites or latest episodes.
  • Performance lag on Apple TV and older devices.
Recent reviews
Im really craving more socialist content and when I found MeanTv i was really excited. But the longer ive been a member, even the daily news has become shorter and not daily. Please make more content I won’t cancel my subscription because its important to support the content that is out there. But it is getting harder to recommend this to others. 4-26 edit: still needs more content. Especially in the daily news category. A CONSISTENT morning news. Maybe an evening news
by Ma*****, 2026-04-18

I enjoy starting my day with a cuppa tea and the truth. Thanks Means TV!
by TL*****, 2025-09-25

The app is the "icing on the cake." It’s their excellent content, and the fact it's coming from a worker-owned co-op, that makes this worth five stars.
by br*****, 2025-06-25
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