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Smart TV APP development company

Need an app to step into the smart TV application market? We can build custom smart TV applications to help you: grow your visibility on smart TV platforms; drive your revenue growth with built-in monetization; deliver an immersive viewing experience; stand out with a well-thought-out UI/UX design

From $45,0004.5–5 months to releasetvOS · Android TV · Tizen · webOS

Smart TV app development services we provide

Apple TV app development

Want your content to shine bright on all Apple TV screens? Our team has you covered. We craft slick Apple smart TV apps that leverage tvOS capabilities to the maximum. Intuitive design, rock-solid functionality, and an experience that will keep your audience hooked.

Android TV app development

Our smart TV app team knows all the ins and outs of Android TV app development. When building software solutions for Android TV, we use React Native — see our Android TV app on React Native guide — to deliver a personalized viewing experience for Android users around the world.

Project management

Purrweb’s project managers coordinate design, development, and testing specialists from concept to launch. With a laser focus on clear communication and efficiency, we ensure every phase hits its milestones. The end result? A high-quality, user-friendly smart TV app delivered on time and within budget.

UI design for TV apps

Our team will make sure your users don’t have to get up from the couch to read what’s on-screen. Whether they like to lean on the backrest or hunch over, we will consider different habits and the smallest details to create a readable and focused UI for your smart TV app — see our full smart TV app design guide.

UX design for TV apps

We make sure navigating your app via remote control is as easy as scrolling through social media. Our designers meticulously study how people actually interact with their TVs and craft intuitive navigation flows that just make sense — no Googling required. 

Rigorous testing

To ensure optimal performance and high quality, our team conducts many tests. Are the fonts visible from average viewing distances? Is the interface easy to navigate with a remote control? Does the app run smoothly without lag or crashes on various smart TV models? Those are just a few of the details we check for after smart TV app development.
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IPTV app for a streaming service

Smart TV
Streaming
Video
We designed and developed a multiplatform IPTV service — read our IPTV app case — that streamlines access to TV content. Here, users can upload and watch custom playlists purchased from resellers.
The interface follows the structure of typical live streaming apps. We also added features that other IPTV apps lack, like language filtering and subtitle selection.
>Built 4 smart TV apps, 2 cross-platform mobile apps and a website
>Integrated MKV-compatible and streaming-friendly video player
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InSports TV — a platform for live sports event broadcasts

Smart TV
OTT-platform
Streaming
The client already had smart TV apps for various platforms. They approached us for Tizen TV app development. We adapted the backend, built the frontend, and designed the missing screens.
The app allows users to watch matches both live and on demand. A killer feature — users can select broadcast segments with highlights of standout moments.
>Developed an app for Tizen TV
>Collaborated with the client’s in-house team
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Dosis — a streaming platform design

Smart TV
Streaming
Cryptocurrency
Gamification
We designed a video streaming mobile platform where creators share their cinematic works and receive crypto donations.
Designers created the app logic for three roles — viewers, film companies, and creators. To boost engagement, we integrated gamification elements like rewards for completing tasks. With it, viewers can earn in-app currency and support creators they like.
>Designed the UI/UX in 8 weeks
>Created user flow from scratch
Dosis streaming platform case
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IPTV app for a streaming service

Smart TV
Streaming
Video
>Built 4 smart TV apps, 2 cross-platform mobile apps and a website
>Integrated MKV-compatible and streaming-friendly video player
Learn more
Pogovorim.online service screenshots

InSports TV — a platform for live sports event broadcasts

Smart TV
OTT-platform
Streaming
>Developed an app for Tizen TV
>Collaborated with the client’s in-house team
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Dosis — a streaming platform design

Smart TV
Streaming
Cryptocurrency
Gamification
>Designed the UI/UX in 8 weeks
>Created user flow from scratch
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Our manager will contact you within 24 hours to arrange an appointment. If necessary, we are ready to sign an NDA
At the meeting, we'll get to know each other and discuss the project. Also, we'll talk about the preliminary budget and deadlines
After the meeting, a business analyst will reach out to you to gather technical requirements, and make a portrait of the target audience for the project
Next, we'll present an estimate for your project, in which we will specify the cost, timeline, team structure and project roadmap
After that, we'll sign the contract and start working on your project!
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Clients we work with

Content providers

Developing streaming and broadcast apps for various streaming devices. Supporting payments via Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Stripe.

Telecoms

Building IPTV/OTT platform development services with EPG, catch-up,and timeshift features.

Media brands

Adapting TV series, shows, and news content for smart TV video streaming apps.

TV network operators

Creating smart TV apps for access to TV channels. Implementing DRM for video content protectionand CDN for fast video delivery to viewers.

Advertisers and publishers

Integrating advertising platforms via API and enabling pay-per-view support for content monetization.

Content producers

Developing platforms for distributing movies, series, and VR video content with paid access.

Our tech stack

JavaScript
Nest.js
React.js
Electron.js
React Native
Flutter
Redis
PostgreSQL
AWS
Jenkins
Nginx
WebRTC
PWA
Vercel

Estimate your TV app

A ballpark range in seconds — refine it below, then talk to an expert.

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$30,000 – $50,000

Timeline: 2–4 months · team of ~4

Plus UI/UX design $5k–$5k · QA & project management included

This is already a lean MVP scope — the fastest, cheapest way to launch.

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Smart TV app development: as simple as 1-2-3

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After the first meeting, a business analyst will contact you for a mini-audit: gathering technical requirements and creating a portrait of the project's target audience. To do that, we'll talk about your project, what your goals and restrictions are, and look at positive and negative references.
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We prepare a detailed estimate and presentation, which includes cost, timeline, team, and project roadmap.
After that, all that's left is to sign the contract,and we'll get started on your project! Now, let's talk about what happens after the estimate.

Smart TV app development process

1

Examine the idea

Result: A database layout anda BPMN diagram, detailing the user flow and interaction logic of the future app
Average time frame: 2–3 weeks
First, we start by analyzing the project's business goals and logic. There is a reason we do it before diving into designing the interface and coding your smart TV app. After we assess your objectives, we can come up with the best-fit development plan, budget, and timeframe.
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Design UI/UX

Result: Finished app screens and a UI kit for developers
Average time frame: 7 weeks
We create a mind map to break down app logic, craft wireframes, and turn them  into a prototype. From there, the smart TV app development begins. In our design principles, we follow all of the iOS and Android TV design guidelines. The result is a visually appealing interface that’s easy to navigate with a remote control.
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Smart TV app development services

Result: The application that works across various Smart TVs running on the same platform
Average time frame: 10 weeks
To better serve your goals and objectives, we assemble a team of smart TV app developers with versatile skill sets. They work in sprints — 2-week intervals with regular check-ins — to control the workload and track the progress at every step.
4

Testing

Result: The app is bug-free and ready for launch
Average time frame: concurrently with the development
Bug-free is a must-have for a successful launch. Our meticulous testing regime combines manual and automated checks to detect any issues before the release on Google Play or App Store.
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Release and support

Result: The app is available for download on Smart TV stores, while we promptly fix bugs and add new features as needed
We won’t leave you hanging out to dry after the launch. The team will help support and update the app post-release. We also provide support with the marketplace distribution.

Key smart TV app features

QR code log-in

Multi-user profiles

Content search

Voice control

Playback position remembering

Recommendations

Feedback feature

Favorites

Offline viewing

Parental controls

Automatic updates

Why choose Purrweb as your smart TV app development company

Timezone-aligned work

Whether you are in Australia, Costa Rica, or Korea, we align our working hours with your time zone to strengthen the collaboration. This approach helps us have real-time communication, respond quickly, ask questions, and solve problems — the ultimate goal: smooth and hassle-free development.

Constant communication

Our team uses Slack, email, and video calls for quick text exchanges or check-ins. We provide regular updates, ask for your feedback, and ensure transparency at every stage of the project.

Clear MVP roadmap

We create a clear MVP roadmap to help you visualize the project's progress and milestones. Our Agile approach ensures that we meet deadlines and stay aligned with your goals and vision.

10+ years of experience in product building

We have successfully developed and launched numerous high-quality smart TV apps through all the different trends and market obstacles.

Ongoing support and maintenance

Our collaboration doesn't end with the launch. We offer post-release support and maintenance to check that your app runs smoothly and continue to meet user expectations in the long run.

Quick start: Hire in 24 hours

We understand the urgency of getting your project off the ground. Our streamlined hiring process allows you to onboard our developers within 24 hours and start working toward your goal.

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FAQ

What is smart TV app development?

Smart TV application development is the process of building solutions for smart TVs. The most popular smart TV operating systems are tvOS (Apple TV), Android TV, Samsung Tizen, LG webOS, Roku OS, and Amazon Fire TV. Our team handles Samsung TV app development, LG smart TV app development, and Roku TV app development end to end.

What smart TV app development service do you provide?

We provide you with project analysis, UI/UX design, development & QA testing, and release support.
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Analysis: gather and analyze all the project requirements and documentation.
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UI/UX design: create wireframes, and prototypes, and design the app screen by screen.
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Development & QA testing: build tvOS and Android TV apps using the cross-platform frameworks, paying attention to the testing of code.
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Release support: provide post-launch support.

How to manage a team of software developers in smart TV app development?

You’ll be provided with a project manager working as a part of the development team. At Purrweb, we work according to the Scrumban approach: plan sprints and deliver demo versions and results at the end of each.

Do you develop custom smart TV apps?

At Purrweb, we offer a wide range of engineering services, including smart TV app development from scratch and add-on development.

What features can you implement for a smart TV app?

We can integrate a video player, in-app purchases, live video streaming, subtitles, custom playlists, and any other features you need. Our team will find the best way to implement the desired functionality in your smart TV app. Contact us, and we’ll discuss your project in detail.

How much does smart TV app development cost?

TV app projects are priced the same way as our mobile projects: on average, from $45,000 to $130,000. The final number depends on the design, number and complexity of features, and the platforms you target (Apple TV, Samsung, LG, Roku).

How long does it take to develop a smart TV app?

A typical smart TV app takes around 4.5-5 months from start to release: 2-3 weeks for system analysis, 7 weeks for UI/UX design, and 10 weeks for development. Adding more platforms or complex features can extend the timeline.