Best TV Show Tracker Apps in 2026

The short answer

Start with Showly for episode progress, Moviebase for a mixed library, or Simkl when anime needs its own space. These are choices by use case, not an overall ranking.

Following ongoing showsShowly Movies and TV togetherMoviebase Anime alongside TVSimkl Lists

By Moviebase · Reviewed September 13, 2026 · Picks by use case, not a numerical ranking. How we selected them

Compare at a glance

Match the main feature to your routine. Free access and paid extras are explained in each app card.

Best TV Show Tracker Apps in 2026 — features and platforms
App	Best for	Key feature	Platforms
Showly	Following ongoing shows	Episode progress	Android · iPhone / iPad
Moviebase	Movies and TV together	Movies + episodes	Android · iPhone / iPad
Simkl Lists	Anime alongside TV	TV + anime + movies	Web · Android · iPhone / iPad
SeriesGuide	Android episode tracking	Android TV tracking	Android only
Hobi	Episode reminders	Reminders	Android · iPhone / iPad
Trakt	Connected tracking tools	Connected history	Android · iPhone / iPad

Find your fit

Showly

Best for: Following ongoing shows

Its progress view fits a routine built around the next episode.

Follow ongoing series alongside a movie watchlist.

Progress and upcoming episodes
Trakt-connected lists

The trade-off: Some customization and quick-rating extras are paid.

Platforms: Android · iPhone / iPad
Free & paid: Free with ads; optional Premium.

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Moviebase

Best for: Movies and TV together

A single watchlist and history can cover both parts of your viewing.

Keep movie history and episode progress in one library.

Custom lists and discovery
Optional Trakt sync

The trade-off: Statistics and ad removal require Premium.

Platforms: Android · iPhone / iPad
Free & paid: Free tracking; optional Premium.

Google Play App Store Moviebase tracking guide

Simkl Lists

Best for: Anime alongside TV

Separate media categories help when anime is a substantial part of your library.

Separate TV, anime and movies within one tracking account.

Dedicated anime organization
Compatible tracking integrations

The trade-off: Integration support varies by service; check Pro/VIP requirements.

Platforms: Web · Android · iPhone / iPad
Free & paid: Free account; optional Pro/VIP.

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SeriesGuide

Best for: Android episode tracking

Choose a practical show list if daily progress matters more than a social feed.

An Android tracker built around shows, episodes and lists.

Upcoming episode overview
Optional Trakt connection

The trade-off: Android only.

Platforms: Android only
Free & paid: Free core tracking; optional paid features.

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Hobi

Best for: Episode reminders

Useful when remembering a return date is your main problem.

Keep current shows and upcoming episodes close at hand.

Episode reminders
Movie and show tracking

The trade-off: Unlimited movies, calendar sync and date editing need Premium.

Platforms: Android · iPhone / iPad
Free & paid: Free tier; optional Premium.

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Trakt

Best for: Connected tracking tools

Consider it when your media-center connections matter as much as the phone app.

Maintain a watch history across an ecosystem of connected tools.

Movies and show progress
Compatible media-center integrations

The trade-off: Expanded lists and advanced filters require VIP.

Platforms: Android · iPhone / iPad
Free & paid: Free account; optional VIP.

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Before you choose

Try adding one returning series, marking an older episode and finding the next unwatched one. That short routine tells you more than a long feature list.

For discussion communities, use the social-TV guide. For release planning specifically, compare episode and calendar apps. A streaming guide answers where to watch, which is a separate job.

Moving your history to Moviebase? Check the source and file format supported in your installed version. More imports are planned; availability can differ by platform.

More apps compared with Moviebase

Moviebase vs TV Club — Compare episode checklists, release schedules and iCloud or Trakt account choices.
Moviebase vs TV Show Tracker — Compare calendars, progress and library screens while keeping your Trakt history.
Moviebase vs Watcht — Compare two ways to browse, update and revisit your Trakt viewing history.
Moviebase vs Rippple — Compare library screens, Trakt conversations and the platforms you use to keep up.
Moviebase vs wako — Compare a tracking companion with a tracker that also manages personal-media playback.
Moviebase vs Sofa Time — Compare watchlists, episode conversations and connections to your tracking services.

How we selected these apps

Written by Moviebase. We matched documented features to each use case using official listings and product documentation reviewed September 12–13, 2026. Logos are publisher artwork. These are editorial recommendations, not hands-on test results. Store availability, features and plans can vary by region and platform.

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Questions

Which TV tracker should I try first?

Choose by routine: Showly for ongoing episodes, Moviebase for movies and TV together, and Simkl for a dedicated anime category.

Do these apps play TV episodes?

These recommendations are for tracking. A provider link does not include a streaming subscription or access to an episode.