📅 Last updated: May 2026
What Is SmartTube?
SmartTube (formerly SmartTubeNext) is a YouTube client built for the TV experience. It offers ad blocking, SponsorBlock, and enhanced playback features in an interface designed for remote control navigation.
Main Features
- TV-optimized interface with remote control navigation
- Ad blocking
- SponsorBlock — skip sponsored segments
- 4K/HDR playback support
- Adjustable playback speed
- Google account login support
- No root required
- Regular updates
Supported Devices
- Android TV boxes
- Amazon Fire TV Stick / Fire TV Cube
- Nvidia Shield
- Google TV devices
- Some smart TVs with Android TV OS
Safety Notes
SmartTube is open source with its code available on GitHub. Download only from official sources. Be cautious of third-party websites claiming to offer SmartTube — always verify against the official repository.