Rakuten TV
Rakuten TV: A flexible mix of free channels and title-by-title rentals or purchases. Ranked #21 of 63 in Video Streaming Services by our editors (7.3/10); pricing: Free plan; best for free viewing, rentals, and purchases across devices.
At a glance
- Editor score7.3 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forFree viewing, rentals, and purchases across devices
- Free planYes
- Ad-supported tierYes
- Facts checked3 Oct 2026
Where it wins
- Free ad-supported on-demand titles and live TV channels
- Rent or buy selected titles, with prices shown per title
- Offline downloads and up to three devices at once
Where it doesn't
- Rental access is time-limited
- Purchased titles stream only while rights remain available
- Downloads apply only to eligible titles on Android and iOS
Our verdict on Rakuten TV
Rakuten TV combines free ad-supported on-demand viewing and live TV channels with rentals and purchases of selected movies and series. It suits viewers who want a mix of free programming and occasional paid titles rather than a standard monthly subscription. The service is available through web and apps for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android, as well as a range of compatible devices. Its appeal is strongest for people comfortable choosing individual titles and checking availability across their devices.
The paid model is title by title: rental and purchase prices appear on individual title pages, rather than as a standard monthly subscription. Rentals provide streaming access for a limited time. Purchased titles remain streamable while Rakuten TV retains the relevant rights, so buying does not mean permanent access. That makes rentals a fit for one-off viewing, while purchases may suit viewers who want longer access to selected titles and accept that rights can change. The free ad-supported selection offers another way to watch without paying for each title.
Device options and viewing features add flexibility, with account linking across devices and use on up to three devices at once. Eligible rented or purchased movies and episodes can be downloaded for offline viewing on Android and iOS; selected titles also stream in UHD/4K on compatible Smart TVs. Downloads and top picture quality are therefore tied to title eligibility and device compatibility. Choose Rakuten TV for free ad-supported content alongside occasional rentals or purchases across a broad device mix. Viewers seeking a predictable monthly subscription or assured ongoing access to purchased titles may prefer a service built around those expectations.
Rakuten TV pricing
Rakuten TV fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Ad-supported tier | Yes |
| Offline downloads | Yes |
| Simultaneous streams | 3 |
| Max video quality | 4k |
| Supported devices | Smart TVs, web, Android, iOS, Chromecast, Android TV, Fire TV, Roku, Xiaomi, TCL, PS4/PS5, Apple TV |
| Included bundles | Not verified |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Support | Docs, Tickets |
| Pricing | Free plan |
| Website | rakuten.tv |
| Facts checked | 3 Oct 2026 |
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