# SeriesGuide: Free Open Source Alternative to Simkl, Trakt.tv, TV Time

Canonical: https://caniforkit.com/fork/seriesguide
Last updated: 2026-11-07

SeriesGuide (Open Source, Open Source) replaces Simkl, Trakt.tv, TV Time. Android app for tracking TV shows and movies you're watching, have watched, or plan to watch, powered by TMDb data.

## Tool Specifications
- **Tool Name**: SeriesGuide
- **Type**: Open Source Project
- **License**: Open Source
- **Official Website**: https://www.seriesgui.de/
- **GitHub Repository**: https://github.com/UweTrottmann/SeriesGuide/
- **GitHub Stars**: ★ 2.2k
- **Runs On**: Local
- **Maintenance Status**: nov 2026
- **Platforms**: desktop, cross-platform, one-click install
- **Data Storage**: All application data lives locally on your own machine.
- **Installation**: Clone https://github.com/UweTrottmann/SeriesGuide/ or deploy with Docker Compose
- **Setup Requirements**: Download the native package or installer for your operating system.
- **The Catch / Limitation**: Community-driven open source project without dedicated enterprise SLAs.

## Paid SaaS Applications Replaced (3)
Replacing these paid tools with SeriesGuide saves up to $105/mo ($1,260/yr) in software subscriptions:

| Replaced Software | Category | SaaS Price | Comparison Guide |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Simkl](https://caniforkit.com/simkl) | [analytics](https://caniforkit.com/category/analytics) | $35/mo | [Compare Simkl vs SeriesGuide](https://caniforkit.com/vs/simkl-vs-seriesguide) |
| [Trakt.tv](https://caniforkit.com/trakt-tv) | [analytics](https://caniforkit.com/category/analytics) | $35/mo | [Compare Trakt.tv vs SeriesGuide](https://caniforkit.com/vs/trakt-tv-vs-seriesguide) |
| [TV Time](https://caniforkit.com/tv-time) | [analytics](https://caniforkit.com/category/analytics) | $35/mo | [Compare TV Time vs SeriesGuide](https://caniforkit.com/vs/tv-time-vs-seriesguide) |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Is SeriesGuide free and open source?
SeriesGuide is an open source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on local. Android app for tracking TV shows and movies you're watching, have watched, or plan to watch, powered by TMDb data.

### What is the trade-off or limitation of using SeriesGuide?
Community-driven open source project without dedicated enterprise SLAs.

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