Sky Go for Android

Quick overview

Sky UK subscribers can stream their TV service on the go using the Sky Go mobile application. The app provides live channel streaming, a library of on-demand programmes, and the option to share access with another user. Paid add-ons unlock offline downloads for movies and shows.

Available channels and content

What you can watch depends on the Sky package attached to your account. The app offers access to more than a hundred channels, combining free-to-air stations with Sky’s paid channels, plus a catalog of video-on-demand titles that you can start any time.

• On-demand films and box sets available to stream whenever you like
• Live TV channels covering both free and premium Sky line-ups
• Content availability tailored to your subscription tier
• A searchable programme catalogue inside the app

Accounts, devices and downloads

If you already subscribe to Sky TV, Sky Go is included with your package at no extra charge, and you can give another person access to the same subscription so two devices can stream simultaneously. To save titles for offline viewing, you must add the Sky Go Extra option to your plan.

• Simultaneous streaming on two devices at no added cost with a standard account
• Offline downloads (movies and shows) require the Sky Go Extra add-on
• Streaming access is tied to the channels and services in your existing Sky package

Playback experience and usability

The mobile app typically delivers slightly better video than the web player, though it may not match the top-tier streaming platforms. Users have reported a few interface and navigation shortcomings that can make finding channels and programmes less intuitive.

• Video quality marginally improved over the web version but not class-leading
• No landscape orientation support — playback is limited to portrait mode
• The built-in TV guide exists, but browsing and locating specific channels can be cumbersome

Final thoughts

Sky Go brings most of your Sky subscription to handheld devices, combining live TV, on-demand content, and optional offline viewing. It isn’t flawless — the portrait-only playback and navigation issues are notable — but for subscribers who want to watch Sky away from home, it’s a practical and convenient solution.