What is Pluto TV used for?

Pluto TV is a free ad-supported streaming service with live TV channels and on-demand video, available only in certain locations. It is a good fit for channel-surfing live TV without a cable contract.

Is Pluto TV open source?

No. Pluto TV is proprietary (closed-source) software and can't be self-hosted. Open-source alternatives to Pluto TV include Jellyfin, Kodi and Stremio.

What are some alternatives to Pluto TV?

Pluto TV competes with Tubi, Sling TV and Philo. For open-source options, see Enlisted's ranked list of open-source Pluto TV alternatives.

Pluto TV: features, pricing and alternatives

About Pluto TV

Pluto TV is a free streaming service that mixes live TV-style channels with an on-demand library, paid for by advertising rather than a subscription. Viewers can tune into channels like they would with cable and also pick individual titles to watch.

When this entry was prepared, the website returned a message that the service is not available in the visitor's location, so channel and catalog details are not itemized. Pluto TV is a proprietary, hosted consumer service, and availability and channel lineups depend on country.

Key features

Free live TV channels
On-demand video library
Viewing supported by advertising
No subscription fee

Good fit for

→Channel-surfing live TV without a cable contract

Tags: streaming; free; ad-supported; live-tv; video-on-demand; entertainment

Pluto TV: questions and answers

What is Pluto TV used for?: Pluto TV is a free ad-supported streaming service with live TV channels and on-demand video, available only in certain locations. It is a good fit for channel-surfing live TV without a cable contract.
Is Pluto TV free?: Yes. Pluto TV is free to use.
Is Pluto TV open source?: No. Pluto TV is proprietary (closed-source) software and can't be self-hosted. Open-source alternatives to Pluto TV include Jellyfin, Kodi and Stremio.
What are some alternatives to Pluto TV?: Pluto TV competes with Tubi, Sling TV and Philo. For open-source options, see Enlisted's ranked list of open-source Pluto TV alternatives.