You probably have experience with the services on this list, and there are other ways to stream anime titles, including YouTube. As we evaluated these streaming options, we considered a few things. We scrolled through catalogs, app layout and design (i.e., content organization, ads), features (like mobile downloads, recommendations and watchlists) and value (price compared to these other factors).
Because this is a niche genre area, we first analyzed the library size, simulcast availability, cost, subscription offerings and app quality. For anime fans, the main thing is the content supply and being able to watch new episodes of a show at the same time or day as Japanese broadcasts.
We like that you get extra perks with a premium Crunchyroll subscription, and how easy it is to keep up with new episode drops on the service. Netflix and Hulu offer quality titles with designated sections for the genre, with Hulu spotlighting dubbed versions. Though their anime libraries aren’t as large or in some ways, as assorted as the platforms that specialize in anime, viewers can find some of the latest anime titles and value in all the content offered on Hulu or Netflix for the price.
All the apps are fairly simple to install and operate on your TV or phone, and as of 2025, you can even access HiDive or Crunchyroll as a Prime Video channels add-on, making it more convenient to use the platforms.