What is Xumo Streaming? Overview of Xumo App

The Pros and Cons of Xumo

Pros

4K HDR support.
Voice-controlled remote.
Loads of free content.

Cons

Xumo account requirement.
Slow performance.
No app store.

Xumo is a platform offering both hardware and software solutions for streaming. At the same time, Xumo Play is a specific free, ad-supported streaming service within that platform that brings you 190+ channels spanning live events, national news, viral videos, full TV series, movies, cartoons, and more. Xumo also features free on-demand content from various channels, allowing you to explore a wide catalog of content. Some of the most popular channels on Xumo include: CBSN, NBC News, ABC News Live, Fail Army, History Shorts, TODAY All Day, America's Test Kitchen, Bloomberg, Time, Newsy, Funny or Die, and more.

Xumo encompasses Xumo TV (smart TVs with the Xumo OS) and Xumo Stream Box (a streaming device). Xumo Play is the free streaming service available on these devices, as well as other platforms, offering over 190 channels and on-demand content.

Learn more about how to download the Xumo app to start streaming here.

Xumo Pricing

While Xumo Play is the free streaming service, Xumo Stream Box has two pricing options:

Lease from Spectrum or Xfinity for $5 a month
Purchase the Xumu Stream Box for $60

What do you need to get Xumo?

Xumo is available on the web by visiting its website. The streaming service is also available on smart TVs and streaming devices like Roku, Fire TV, and Chromecast. You can even watch on your tablet or smartphone, as it has apps available for Android and iOS.

What do you get with Xumo?

Xumo offers free live TV covering a wide variety of subjects and genres. Anything you would expect to find on paid TV is available alongside content curated from around the web that you wouldn’t usually find on TV.

On Xumo, you’ll find networks you recognize as well as channels dedicated to a certain subject or even just a general theme. Some of what you’ll find on Xumo includes:

Movies — From action to drama to sci-fi, Xumo has got the bases covered when it comes to movies, no matter the genre.
News — Newsy, Bloomberg Television, Cheddar News, and TODAY All Day are just a few of the ways to keep informed.
Sports — Whether its team sports or mixed martial arts, soccer or golf, Xumo will help you keep your head in the game.
Comedy — From standup to sitcoms, Xumo offers up the laughs with channels like FailArmy, Funny or Die, Comedy Dynamics, and Just For Laughs.
Reality — Xumo has reality TV in spades from Jerry Springer on Nosey to courtroom drama on Court TV.
Music — With live music from channels like Austin Music Live and Qello Concerts by Stingray to music and culture from Complex, you’ll find plenty of music to your ears.

How is Xumo different?

Unlike most other streaming services, Xumo doesn’t require a subscription. Instead, the service is supported by ads you see during breaks in the shows you watch. You don’t even need an account to use the service. Just go to the Xumo website to start watching.

Benefits of Xumo

Affordable cable TV box replacement.
Compatible with Spectrum TV and Xfinity Stream.
Includes free content from Xumo Play and similar platforms.

What users think about Xumo

Some users find the service archaic, inferior to other streaming apps, frustrating, not user-friendly, and lacking basic commands.
Others appreciate the simplified remote, all-in-one platform, and cost savings compared to traditional cable boxes and DVR services.
Some users experience technical issues such as the remote not working consistently, the box locking up, and difficulty navigating the interface.

Xumo is Best for

This service is best for Spectrum and Xfinity internet customers who want an affordable streaming option with free content and don't mind slower performance or limited app selection.

How do other streaming services compare?

See how Xumo compares to the top streaming services with SmartMove's Streaming Service Comparison Table here!

Xumo FAQs

What channels do you get with Xumo?

Xumo offers news channels from ABC, NBC, CBS, and others, sports from Fox Sports, beIN Sports, and others, as well as well over 100 other channels gathering the best in modern and classic TV as well as fantastic internet content.

Is Xumo really free?

While Xumo Play is a free streaming service, Xumo Stream Box (the hardware) has two pricing options:

Lease from Spectrum or Xfinity for $5 a month
Purchase the Xumu Stream Box for $60

Does Xumo have local channels?

While Xumo has programming you might find on your local networks, the service doesn’t offer local channels, so you won’t find you local news or weather.

Is Xumo safe to use?

Yes. As long as you use the official apps, your device shouldn’t have any security issues or vulnerabilities. You may have to use your device’s parental controls if you object to some of the content available available on the service.

How do I get Xumo?

Xumo might already be installed on your smart TV. If not, try searching your smart TV or streaming device for the channel. Xumo is available on Roku and most other streaming hardware as well as Android, iOS, and Fire devices.

Is Xumo Right for You?