TV Time

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Overview

TV Time is a tracking platform and social network for TV shows and movies, enabling users to log their viewing history, receive episode notifications, discover content by genre or popularity, and maintain personal profiles with reviews. It sources data from TheTVDB and serves TV and movie enthusiasts seeking to organize media consumption and connect socially. The app distinguishes itself through its large user base of over 25 million and features like explore tabs for content discovery.123

Key Features

  • Show and Movie Tracking - Log watched episodes and movies to maintain a personal viewing history.
  • Episode Notifications - Receive alerts for new episode releases.
  • Discover Tab - Find new shows and movies based on genre, popularity, and other criteria.
  • User Profiles - Create and customize profiles to display watched content and reviews.
  • Social Reviews - Leave ratings and comments on shows and movies.
  • Explore Feature - Browse content recommendations tailored to user preferences.

Pricing

PlanPriceIncludes
FreeFreeCore tracking, notifications, discovery, profiles, and social features.

Platforms & Requirements

Available as mobile apps on iOS and Android, and a web version at app.tvtime.com. No desktop native apps mentioned; web access works via browsers. Minimum requirements align with standard app store compatibility for iOS and Android devices.234

Integrations & Ecosystem

  • TheTVDB (data source)
  • Google Play services
  • Apple App Store integration
  • Social login (email/Facebook)

Alternatives

AppDifference
TraktOffers advanced API and syncing with media players like Plex.
LetterboxdFocused primarily on movies with film-specific community features.
SimklEmphasizes automatic tracking from streaming services.
TVDbDatabase-centric with less social networking emphasis.

Reputation

TV Time is recognized for its straightforward tracking and large community of over 25 million users, praised for reliable notifications and easy content discovery.23 Criticisms include occasional data inaccuracies from TheTVDB reliance and limited advanced customization options compared to competitors.1 It maintains a solid reputation as a free, accessible tool for casual TV and movie fans.

Sources (7)
  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/TV_Time
  2. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tozelabs.tvshowtime
  3. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/tv-time-track-shows-movies/id431065232
  4. https://app.tvtime.com
  5. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=otAGcmUNA5U
  6. https://www.tvtime.com
  7. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=83EEfiI6sXU