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SmartTube APK v31.94 Download for TV, Firestick & Android Phones
Get the newest SmartTube APK on your Android phone, tablet, or TV. Watch YouTube ad-free with SponsorBlock, manual 4K quality, and a player built for Android TV, Fire TV, Firestick, and Google TV.
SmartTube is also known as SmartTubeNext or STN. Latest stable v31.94 is ready below; need early fixes? STN beta 32.10 is on the beta download page. Download on an Android phone or install on Nvidia Shield, Fire TV Stick 4K, Sony Android TV, and Chromecast with Google TV.
- Stable v31.94
- Beta v32.10
- Size 33 MB
- Android 5.0 or later+
Why use SmartTube on Android TV
SmartTube is an open-source YouTube client for Android TV and Fire TV hardware. Its interface is designed for big screens and remotes, while the APK can be downloaded from an Android phone or directly on supported TV devices.
SponsorBlock built into the TV player
Community segments skip sponsored intros and outros automatically. The feature works the same way desktop SponsorBlock users expect, but inside your TV app.
Pick 1080p, 4K, or lower bitrates manually
Choose resolution and codec options based on your Wi-Fi and TV hardware. Nvidia Shield and modern Fire TV Stick 4K models handle high bitrate 4K streams well on a strong network.
Sign in with your Google account
Access YouTube subscriptions, playlists, and watch history on SmartTube when you link your Google account inside the app settings.
Remote-first browsing
Search, subscriptions, and channel rows are optimized for directional pad navigation on Android TV and Fire TV remotes.
What is SmartTube?
SmartTube is an open-source YouTube client for Android TV, Android phones, Google TV, and Fire OS devices. Yuriy Liskov maintains the project as SmartTubeNext (often shortened to STN). The app package com.liskovsoft.smartyoutubetv2 is the build most users sideload today.
Search terms like smart tube apk, smarttube apk, smart youtube, and smarttube apk download latest version point to the same player. Most people download the APK on an Android phone, then install it on a TV, Fire TV, or Firestick.
You install SmartTube with an APK file because it is distributed through the project's GitHub releases rather than Google Play. Sideloading takes a few minutes and gives you a remote-first player with its own feature set.
SmartTube on Android TV, mobile, and Firestick
Android TV televisions from Sony, TCL, and Hisense run SmartTube after you enable unknown sources and open the APK with a file manager. Google TV devices such as Chromecast with Google TV follow the same sideload flow.
On Android phones, open our download page in Chrome, save the latest APK, and transfer it to your TV with USB, cloud storage, or Send Files to TV. Fire TV Stick users install through the Downloader app.
Read the dedicated Android TV guide or Firestick guide for model-specific steps.
- Nvidia Shield: use the ARM64 APK for the smallest stable download.
- Chromecast with Google TV: install a file manager, then sideload the universal APK.
- Fire TV Stick 4K Max: enable unknown sources for Downloader before fetching the file.
Latest SmartTube version and updates
The current stable tag is 31.94. The newest STN beta is 32.10. YouTube changes its backend regularly, so keeping SmartTube updated prevents playback errors and sign-in issues. See the official GitHub release notes for upstream changes.
Install the new APK over your existing copy to preserve most settings. If a video fails to start after an update, clear the SmartTube cache once and retry on Wi-Fi.
Testers can switch to the beta channel on the beta download page when they want early fixes. Compare channels on our SmartTube beta vs stable guide. Daily viewing should stay on stable for the smoothest experience.
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How to install SmartTube APK
Download the stable APK, allow your installer app to sideload files, and launch SmartTube from the app drawer.
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Download the APK
Open the download page and save the 31.94 universal build (about 33 MB).
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Allow unknown sources
On Android TV go to Settings and enable installs for your file manager or Downloader. On Firestick enable the same option under Developer options.
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Run the installer
Open the APK from Downloads or USB. Confirm package com.liskovsoft.smartyoutubetv2 before you tap Install.
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Launch and sign in
Open SmartTube, connect to Wi-Fi, and sign in with Google if you want subscriptions synced.
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Pin to home
Add SmartTube to your Android TV or Fire TV home row for one-press access.
Device compatibility at a glance
SmartTube runs on Android TV, Firestick, and Android phones. Download on mobile, install on your TV, or sideload directly on supported hardware.
| Device / platform | SmartTube support | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Android TV / Google TV | Full support | Sony, TCL, Shield, Chromecast with Google TV, Mi Box |
| Android phone / tablet | Download & sideload | Best for fetching the APK; UI is TV-optimized on phones |
| Fire TV Stick / Fire TV Cube | Sideload via Downloader | See Firestick guide |
| Samsung Tizen TV | Not native | Use a Fire TV Stick or Android box on HDMI |
| LG webOS TV | Not native | Attach Firestick or Chromecast with Google TV |
| iPhone / iPad | No APK | Use the official YouTube iOS app |
Frequently asked questions
Can I download SmartTube on my Android phone?
Yes. Open this site in Chrome on your Android phone and download the latest 31.94 APK. Install on the phone or transfer the file to your TV via USB, Google Drive, or Send Files to TV.
Where do I download SmartTube APK?
Use our download page for stable 31.94 links. Each site download URL redirects directly to the matching official GitHub release asset for universal, ARM64, ARM32, and x86 builds.
Does SmartTube work on Firestick?
Yes. Install with the Downloader app after you enable unknown sources. Full steps are on the Firestick page.
What is the difference between SmartTube and Smart YouTube TV?
They refer to the same project lineage. Modern releases use the SmartTube and SmartTubeNext names. Read the naming guide for search variants.
Which APK should I pick?
Choose the universal APK if you are unsure. Pick ARM64 on Nvidia Shield and most 2018+ Android TV devices for a smaller file.
Do I need YouTube Premium?
No. SmartTube is a free open-source client. Premium is Google's subscription and is separate from this APK.
How do I update SmartTube?
Download the newest stable APK and install it over the old version. Check the version inside Settings → About after launch.
What is the latest SmartTube version?
Stable is currently 31.94. STN beta is 32.10. Use stable for daily viewing and beta only when you need early fixes.
Should I use SmartTube beta or stable?
Choose stable 31.94 for everyday Android TV and Firestick use. Install beta 32.10 only to test early patches. See the full beta vs stable comparison.
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