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Google TV vs iTunes vs BiliBili: which video app should you choose?

Google TV suits viewers who want recommendations across streaming services, iTunes fits Apple users focused on music and media libraries, and BiliBili is the anime-centered choice.

At a glance

Google TVGoogle LLC
Google Play3.9 out of 52,879,818 ratings
PriceFree
In-app purchasesYes ($0.01 - $999.99 per item)
Platforms
Age ratingTeen
iTunesApple
Google Play4.7 out of 5130,000,000 ratings
PriceFree
In-app purchases–
Platforms
Age ratingEveryone
BiliBili -HD Anime, VideosBALABOOM PTE. LTD.
Google Play3.7 out of 5861,316 ratings
PriceFree
In-app purchasesYes ($0.99 - $99.99 per item)
Platforms
Age ratingTeen

Ratings, prices and age ratings come from the Google Play listings, read on Nov 7, 2026. Listings change over time.

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How we compared them

All three apps bring video or other media to mobile, but they serve different habits: Google TV helps discover films and shows across services, iTunes centers on Apple’s music and media ecosystem, and BiliBili focuses on anime and video with a community element.

This comparison explains what each does better, where it involves trade-offs, and which app best matches your viewing or listening priorities.

How we compared them

We compared their stated purposes and features alongside Google Play ratings, install figures, prices, ad status, and in-app purchase ranges where available. Store figures were read on November 7, 2026.

This is a feature and store-information comparison, not a hands-on performance test. The apps have different roles, so ratings and install totals are context rather than a direct measure of which one is better for every user.

Google TV icon

Google TV

Google LLC

Google Play
3.9 out of 5
Best for
discovering films and shows across streaming services
DownloadFree

Google TV is the strongest fit for finding movies and shows in one place. Personalized recommendations, voice search, and support for multiple streaming services give it a broader discovery role than iTunes or BiliBili, while Google ecosystem integration can make it convenient for existing Google users.

Its focus is video discovery rather than a deep music library or an anime-first community. Recommendations and some features depend on a Google account, smooth playback relies on a stable connection, and limited customization may frustrate viewers who want more control.

What we like

  • Recommendations and voice search aid video discovery
  • Connects with multiple streaming services
  • Integrates with the Google ecosystem

What to know

  • Less focused on music libraries or anime communities
  • Some features require a Google account
iTunes icon

iTunes

Apple

Google Play
4.7 out of 5
Best for
managing music and media in Apple’s ecosystem
DownloadFree

iTunes is the clearest choice here for people whose priority is music: it combines library organization, playback, and access to a broad music catalog. Family sharing and exclusive releases also give it advantages over Google TV’s video-discovery focus and BiliBili’s anime-led catalog.

It is less tailored to finding films across streaming services or browsing anime and community videos. Full access requires a subscription, large libraries can be complicated to manage, and some content is region-restricted.

What we like

  • Broad music catalog and library tools
  • High-quality audio streaming
  • Family sharing and exclusive releases

What to know

  • Full access requires a subscription
  • Some content has regional restrictions
BiliBili -HD Anime, Videos icon

BiliBili -HD Anime, Videos

BALABOOM PTE. LTD.

Google Play
3.7 out of 5
Best for
watching anime and joining a video community
DownloadFree

BiliBili is the most anime-focused option, pairing HD video with a wide range of anime and other videos. Frequent updates and an active community make it more suited to anime fans than Google TV’s cross-service discovery or iTunes’ music-library approach.

Its narrower focus makes it less versatile for people seeking a general film-and-show hub or music manager. Some content may be region-locked, and HD viewing depends on a stable connection; free viewing may also include ads.

What we like

  • Anime-centered selection with other videos
  • HD streaming and frequent content updates
  • Active community

What to know

  • Some content may be region-locked
  • HD viewing depends on a stable connection

Which one should you pick?

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FAQ's for Video Players & Editors

Which app is best for discovering movies and shows?

Google TV is the strongest match for discovering films and shows across multiple streaming services, with personalized recommendations and voice search.

Which app is best for music?

iTunes is the most music-focused option here, with a broad catalog, library organization, and audio streaming.

Is BiliBili mainly for anime?

Anime is a central focus, alongside other videos. Its community and frequent content updates also appeal to anime viewers.

Which app is free to download?

All three are listed as free to download. iTunes requires a subscription for full access, while Google TV and BiliBili offer in-app purchases.

About this comparison

FileLocations compares apps independently. We don't make, own or distribute any of these apps and have no affiliation with their developers, Google or Apple. Names, icons and trademarks belong to their owners; store details are shown for reference and can change.