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Top 5 Video Streaming Apps to Look forward in 2019

by Jessica Bennett Tech Enthusiast

You don’t have to sit in front of the tv to watch your shows anymore, the online streaming apps are here.


With the kind of reduced data prices and high tech mobile devices we have today, there are a number of video streaming apps that are taking over the market, vying for your attention. Whether you want to watch movies, TV series, or original documentaries, all you need to do is to install one of these apps and start watching.


So which streaming app is the best? Which app should you trust when it comes to your entertainment? Here is a list of five video streaming apps to look forward to in 2019.


  1. Netflix

Probably the most famous name when it comes to online streaming service, Netflix has been around the block for more than two decades now. What initially started as a DVD delivery service has turned into the giant of online video streaming apps.


Available on all Android, iOS and Windows devices, the Netflix app is the favorite,  among the users for its efficient user interface, beautiful design, and easy browsing. Netflix has by far the largest selection of content for you compared to other streaming services online.


With its simple three-tiered plans and zero ads, Netflix is a prime option for those of us who love clear video and audio quality and hate commercials. Even on Netflix basic, which costs you only $8.99 per month, you get SD video quality and zero commercials.


The two other plans available for Netflix subscribers are the Netflix standard, and Netflix premium, both costing $12.99 and $15.99 respectively. On Netflix premium, you get 4k video quality and can stream video simultaneously on four devices.


With such amazing features, you need to watch out for Netflix in 2019.

  1. Hulu

If you want to keep up with the current TV shows, but don’t want to pay for an expensive Netflix connection, Hulu is the streaming service for you. Here’s a detailed comparison between Hulu vs Netflix.

Available on a large selection of devices, Hulu can be the right choice if your entertainment needs mainly depend on TV shows rather than movies.


Focused mainly on the network TV shows, Hulu is best for keeping up with the newest seasons of your favorites. The plus point of Hulu is that you can watch the newest episodes just one or two days after it airs.


With the lowest subscription price of $5.99 every month, Hulu is probably the most affordable online streaming service. For an ad-free subscription, you’d have to pay $11.99 per month.


Along with that, if you want to watch live TV with Hulu, you can pay $44.99 per month. With this subscription, you’d be able to watch live TV shows through Hulu services.


  1. Amazon prime

If you want more out of your online streaming service subscription, then Amazon Prime is perfect. Amazon offers two versions of its prime version- $119 annually, or $13 per month. If you have a valid student account, then you can sign up for Prime services at $59 annually.


With a Prime subscription, you can watch ad-free on-demand content from Amazon prime video.

But not only that, you can use your prime subscription for Amazon Prime two-day shipping, get exclusive discounts on products while shopping on Amazon.


The Amazon prime video app, available on both Android and iOS devices is a popular choice for those users who want to do more with their subscription price. Since Amazone Prime subscription is kind of universal for the Amazon service, the app also has a strong app security system in place, especially since the data breach of November 2018

  1. Crackle

Sony’s new streaming service, Sony Crackle may be an unknown name in the online streaming service market, but it is rising fast in popularity.


The most prominent feature is that the service is absolutely free. Which is why as an app monetization technique, they have ads, but those ads are not at all overwhelming. The content library is not as vast as Netflix or Hulu. but even then, if you want some additional entertainment along with your Hulu or Netflix services, Crackle is perfect for you.


Sony Crackle app is available on both Android and iOS app store. In case you want to skip paying for Netflix or Hulu subscription for a month and need some free entertainment, choose Crackle.

  1. Vimeo

Initially starting out as a live streaming app, Vimeo is now also offering its users free online video streaming service, through which you can watch free HD ad-free video content. What makes Vimeo different however is that you are not going to find the popular TV shows or movies on here.


So why are you going to use Vimeo? It is the best platform for original yet, small content creators. You can find independent movies and series here that are vastly different than what you normally find on services like Netflix or Amazon Prime.


With the Vimeo app available on both Android and iOS, 2019 seems to be the year when the small original content creators get their dues.  So watch out for Vimeo, cause it is going to change the online streaming services dynamic soon.


So Which Streaming App To Choose For Your Entertainment Needs?

With the entertainment going online, whether you are listening to music or watching movies, you got an app for it. There are many other online video streaming services that are taking the market by storm. But the above-mentioned ones have set the bar high for the online entertainment industry. So if you are just starting out to watch shows online, then these apps are worth checking out in 2019.


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About Jessica Bennett Senior   Tech Enthusiast

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Created on Apr 11th 2019 05:41. Viewed 900 times.

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