Rated 7+ IMDb · 70%+ RT Little-known finds Curated by humans
Rated 7+ IMDb · 70%+ RT Little-known finds Curated by humans
Updated October 18, 2026 • By Isabella Endrinal
AGMTW score, out of 10
Documentaries at five dollars, though the 4K is a higher tier than the one we price.
Value for money6.3
Cheap for documentaries, but 4K costs extra.
$4.99 a month. The cheapest service in the same category is $3.99 ($1 less). Weighed against what it carries (content 4.2/10), that comes to 6.3 on value.
Content quality4.2
Documentaries.
We have no title-level data for this one, so this is our own read on how much there is worth watching.
Apps and devices7.6
Solid app, available on 9 of the 12 major devices. Rated far higher on iPhone than Android.
Rated 4.61 on iPhone and 3.06 on Android. Works on 9 of 12 devices.
Streaming quality7.5
1080p, stereo; no 4K at any price.
Base plan streams in 1080p.
CuriosityStream is an American streaming service that focuses on documentary movies and shows and is available in more than 175 countries.
In the US, pricing starts at $4.99 per month or $39.99 per year for the basic plan, with an upgrade to the 4K Monthly plan available for $9.99 per month or $69.99 per year.
CuriosityStream can be accessed via web browser as well as Apple TV, Google Chromecast, Fire TV, Roku, and has a mobile app that is compatible across Apple and PC computers, and Android and iOS phones and tablets.
Also available as an Amazon Prime Video premium channel
Sign up for Standard MonthlyTastemade, Kidstream, Curiosity University, and SOMM TV included
Sign up for Smart BundleCuriosityStream was launched in 2015 by Discovery, Inc., a broadcasting and film production company which owns the Discovery Channel, TLC and Animal Planet networks, among other ventures.
If you’re looking for mind-enriching documentaries, look no further than CuriosityStream.
Curious minds will never get bored thanks to wide-ranging categories such as History, Kids, Lifestyle, Nature, Society, and Technology,
Aside from being factual, CuriosityStream’s offerings are highly entertaining, features on everything from social issues to paleontology, plus a historical housing docu-series narrated by Nick Offerman of Parks and Recreation, as well as short-form content.
Viewing quality: All CuriosityStream titles are available in either HD or 4K.
Niche programming: For factual content, CuriosityStream is unrivalled thanks to its regularly updated library of high-quality documentaries, 900 of which are exclusives.
High value: For a pretty low price, CuriosityStream offers 3,000 titles and has plans to upgrade to 11,000 premium titles within five years.
Flexible: There are no regional or device limitations either so you can stream on as many devices at once as you want, from anywhere in the world.
How much does CuriosityStream cost?
CuriosityStream starts at $4.99/month. Plans range from $4.99 to $39.99/month.
Does CuriosityStream have a free trial?
CuriosityStream does not currently offer a free trial.
What devices support CuriosityStream?
CuriosityStream is available on Amazon Fire TV, Android, Android TV, Apple TV, Google TV Streamer, iOS, LG TV, Roku, Samsung TV, Xbox.
Can I cancel CuriosityStream anytime?
CuriosityStream is a month-to-month subscription with no long-term contract. You can cancel at any time without penalty.
Is CuriosityStream worth it?
Viewing quality: All CuriosityStream titles are available in either HD or 4K.Niche programming: For factual content, CuriosityStream is unrivalled thanks to its regularly updated library of high-quality documentaries, 900 of which are exclusives. High value: For a pretty low price, CuriosityStream offers 3,000 titles and has plans to upgrade to 11,000 premium titles within five years.Flexible: There are no regional or device limitations either so you can stream on as many devices at once as you want, from anywhere in the world.
Four criteria, each scored out of 10. The overall score is their weighted average: content 50%, value 20%, apps 20%, streaming quality 10%.
Value for money
0The most expensive service of its kind.
10The cheapest service of its kind, with full content.
Content quality
0None of the 20 most-watched cable channels, or nothing from our recommended list.
10All 20 channels, or the deepest catalog of titles we recommend.
Apps and devices
0A one-star app that runs on none of the 12 major devices.
10Five-star apps on all 12 major devices.
Streaming quality
0Below 720p.
104K on the plan we price.