There are two main selling points for a smart TV: the quality of the picture and the app selection.
A wide app selection can be a great bonus for some consumers. Apps on your smart TV can help you personalize your viewing experience and make it more enjoyable.
So if you are on the lookout for a smart TV with tons of apps to choose from, check out the list below.
Criteria for the Selection
- The number of available apps for each TV is based on the number of apps in the TV’s default app store.
- All smart TVs listed here have 4K resolution onboard.
- The screen sizes of the TVs listed are at least 40 inches, and at most 65 inches.
Make sure to be aware of what smart TV features you really need.
1. The Top Pick: Sony A8H 65-inch smart TV
The Sony A8H is our top pick for a smart TV with the most apps.
Android TV, the operating system that all Sony TVs use, gives you access to thousands of apps through the Google Play Store—and the app selection grows each day.
Google Play offers so many apps in its store, that you would run out of space on your TV before could try even a third of the apps available.
Aside from a plethora of apps, the A8H also wins when it comes to its features:
- This smart TV uses OLED and delivers exceptional image quality. The blacks are remarkable, thanks to the infinite contrast ratio, meaning you won’t have any issues when watching at night.
- The A8H can handle reflections and glare well, with peak brightness that can deflect glare even in well-lit rooms.
- The viewing angles on this smart TV are wide and gives an accurate image even when viewers are watching from an angle.
- If you are a gamer, the A8H has almost no latency.
Like any other OLED TV, the A8H also runs the risk of permanent burn-in. But as long as you know how to properly adjust the settings of your smart TV, this will not be an issue.
2. The Budget Pick: LG UN7300 43-inch smart TV
The LG UN7300 is a budget 4K smart TV that comes with the WebOS operating system.It is generally priced at around $500 by most retailers.
The LG app store allows you to access around 450 apps. These include the most common apps like YouTube, Netflix, and Spotify.
The 43-inch UN7300 smart TV performs well, although it’s not as top-notch as other, more expensive smart TVs.
- It features an IPS panel with a low contrast ratio, but average black uniformity. This shortcoming means the UM7300’s viewing quality is average at night.
- The brightness on this smart TV is good enough for well-lit rooms, and it can handle reflections without any problems.
- Viewing angles on this TV are good, so watching from different sides of the room is not an issue.
- The UM7300 lacks an optional black frame insertion feature and its backlight flicker can cause image duplication.
- If you are into games, the input lag of the UM7300 is low. But if you are looking for Variable Refresh Rate, unfortunately, it does not support it.
- The UM7300 supports HDR content, but unfortunately, it performs poorly, with a low HDR peak brightness and a limited color gamut.
3. Vizio P-Series 65-inch smart TV
The P-series has great features, but its app selection is lacking.
The Vizio app store has less than a hundred apps, which pales in comparison to LG or Sony.
While it may not offer many apps, the Vizio makes up for it with its cloud-based app system that does not install directly to your smart TV. Instead of taking up actual space, the Vizio stores all your apps online, much like how Chromebooks work.
This means that it automatically updates apps for you, so you don’t need to periodically check for updates.
It also features built-in Chromecast so you can mirror apps from your smartphone or laptop to the P-series TV.
So what else do you get with the P-series?
- The 65-inch P-series is the smallest model you can get from Vizio in this product line. It features models that scale up to 85 inches, but that can be too big for everyday use—unless you run a sports bar!
- It features 4K resolution and great image quality. The P-series comes with a VA panel that gives it a high-contrast ratio for deep blacks.
- It has a high peak brightness that eliminates glare without any problems, as well as remarkable HDR support that makes the colors more realistic.
- If you are into games, you will love the P-series, as it has low input lag, low latency, and a high refresh rate.
- Unfortunately, the P-series is weak when it comes to viewing angles. You don’t get an accurate image when placed at the edges of a wide seating area.
4. Samsung Q90T 55-inch smart TV
The Samsung Q90T 55-inch smart TV features over 1,300 apps in its app store.
Loaded with Tizen OS, Samsung’s standard operating system for its smart TVs, the Q90T is a flagship model, loaded with tons of great features.
- Out of the box, the Q90T’s simple design oozes with elegance.
- When it comes to the viewing experience, the Q90T performs well regardless of lighting conditions. Whether you are on a Netflix binge after work or just want to enjoy a football game, this smart TV won’t disappoint.
- Gamers will love the Q90T, as it has a very fast response time, low input lag, and support for FreeSync.
- The HDR support does not disappoint, either.
You get vibrant colors and highlights that pop off the screen. - There are not many downsides to report, beyond the possibility of a “dirty screen effect” that sometimes plagues these models, which may be distracting when watching programs with a lot of motion involved.
But if you are not that picky, you can let this flaw slide.
5. TCL 6 Series 55-inch smart TV
The TCL 6 Series smart TV is another good option to consider if you are after a wide app selection.
The app selection on the TCL 6 Series can match up to what Sony and its Android TVs can offer. It offers thousands of apps in its Roku app store—you probably would never have enough time to try them all out!
But what else can this smart TV do?
- The TCL 6 series features a remarkable contrast ratio, courtesy of its VA panel. Unfortunately, it compromises viewing angles, making it not as ideal when used in a wide seating area.
- It also features full-array local dimming, but it produces unnecessary blooming on bright objects on the screen.
- The TCL 6 series also produces enough brightness to mitigate the impacts of glare and make images pop when using the HDR function. You won’t have a lot of issues when watching this TV in a well-lit environment.
- For gamers, the TCL 6 series has low input lag, but it may not be enough for fast-paced games. It also features a 120 Hz refresh rate and support for Variable Refresh Rate.
6. Toshiba Fire TV 2020 55-inch smart TV
Toshiba’s pride and joy in the smart TV market is its Fire TV 2020 55-inch smart TV.
This smart TV’s platform is made by Amazon, and the Fire TV 2020 features a wide selection of apps that are on par with Google Play’s selection.
It is worth noting that the operating system of the Fire TV 2020 is based on Android’s operating system, but with a splash of Amazon’s branding.
Here’s what this smart TV is packing under the hood:
- The Fire TV features 4K resolution.
- It has a high contrast ratio and great black uniformity, which makes it ideal when watching at night.
- The Fire TV 2020 has a user-friendly interface that makes it easy to use.
- If you are into games, the Fire TV 2020 will not disappoint, as it has a fast response time and low input lag.
- The Fire TV 2020 also has its share of flaws, starting with its narrow viewing angles. Don’t expect very accurate images if you are seated on the side and watching at an angle.
- The HDR is not outstanding, and the Fire TV 2020 cannot produce a wide color gamut. Color accuracy is off, so images may not be as perfect as you want it to be.
- While this TV is good for gaming, it does not support FreeSync, which might be a deal-breaker for some.
How Much Should You Spend on a Smart TV with a Wide App Selection?
For a smart TV with a wide app selection and all the bells and whistles, you could end up spending upwards of $2,000.
In that price range, you are sure to get something exceptional.
However, there are lots of options that are far less expensive—while still offering plenty of apps and a great viewing experience—that retail for around $500.
Final Thoughts
It is not hard to find a smart TV with a wide selection of apps.
As smart TVs are now considered the standard in home entertainment, you are sure to find apps that suit your preferences and lifestyle, no matter what TV you get.
And if an app is not available on your smart TV, you can always try mirroring the app from your smartphone or laptop.

