Best TV Show Tracking Apps in 2026
We tested 6 TV show tracking apps to find which ones actually help you stay on top of your watchlist.
With peak TV showing no signs of slowing down, keeping track of which shows you are watching, which episode you are on, and what is coming up next has become a chore in itself. TV show tracking apps promise to solve this.
We tested 6 of the most popular options, focusing specifically on the TV tracking experience — episode-level logging, new episode alerts, and series management.
Our Methodology
Each app was used for 30+ days while actively following 10-15 TV shows. We evaluated: episode marking speed, notification reliability for new episodes, calendar accuracy, backlog management, and whether the app made it easier to keep up with multiple ongoing series.
The Rankings
TV Time
Pros
- Purpose-built for TV tracking — episode-level marking is fast and reliable
- New episode notifications are timely and accurate
- Progress tracking shows where you are in each series
- Social features let you discuss episodes with other fans
- Available on iOS and Android with good mobile UX
Cons
- Ads in free tier are intrusive and disruptive
- Movie tracking feels like an afterthought
- Stats are basic compared to Trakt
- Data export is limited
The best pure TV tracking experience on mobile. If you mainly watch TV shows and want a simple, reliable tracker, TV Time delivers.
Trakt
Pros
- Automatic scrobbling from Plex, Kodi, and other media centers
- Tracks both movies and TV with equal depth
- Detailed stats and viewing history
- Episode calendar is comprehensive and accurate
- Excellent API with rich third-party app ecosystem
Cons
- No official mobile app — relies on third-party clients
- Interface feels dated on the web
- VIP subscription ($30/year) needed for full features
- Setup is more complex than TV Time
Best for power users and media center users. The automatic scrobbling is a game-changer if you use Plex or Kodi.
Letterboxd
Pros
- Best community for discussing quality TV dramas
- Excellent for logging limited series and miniseries
- Beautiful interface and design
- Strong editorial and list culture
Cons
- No episode-level tracking — only logs complete series
- TV support is secondary to film
- Cannot track ongoing shows episode by episode
- No new episode notifications
Great for logging completed series, but not a real TV tracking tool. Use it alongside a dedicated tracker.
IMDb
Pros
- Most comprehensive TV database — every show and episode listed
- Episode ratings help you decide if a show stays good
- Watchlist feature works for tracking series to start
- Free to use
Cons
- No episode-level progress tracking
- No new episode notifications
- Interface is cluttered and ad-heavy
- Not designed as a tracking tool
Useful as a reference for episode info and ratings, but not a functional TV tracker.
TasteRay
Pros
- AI recommendations include TV series, not just movies
- Mood-based discovery helps find new shows to watch
- Shows streaming availability across platforms
- Free with no limitations
Cons
- No episode tracking or progress management
- No new episode notifications
- No TV-specific tracking features
- Focused on discovery, not tracking
Not a TV tracker, but useful for discovering new series. Pair it with TV Time or Trakt for the complete experience.
JustWatch
Pros
- Shows where to stream each TV show
- Alerts when shows become available on your platforms
- Good for deciding which streaming service to subscribe to
Cons
- No episode-level tracking
- No progress management or series backlog features
- Discovery is platform-based, not taste-based
- Not designed as a tracking tool
Useful for finding where to watch, but does not solve the tracking problem at all.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between TV Time and Trakt?
TV Time has a better mobile experience and is simpler to use. Trakt offers automatic scrobbling, deeper stats, and works with media center apps. Choose TV Time for simplicity, Trakt for power features.
Can I track TV shows on Letterboxd?
Letterboxd recently added TV series support, but it logs series as a whole — you cannot track individual episodes or mark your progress through a season. For episode-level tracking, use TV Time or Trakt.
Do any TV tracking apps show where to stream each episode?
TV Time and Trakt both show streaming availability for tracked shows. For the most comprehensive streaming data, combine a tracker with JustWatch.