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

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

Showly (Open Source, Open Source) replaces Simkl, Trakt.tv, TV Time. Android and iOS app for tracking TV shows and movies, managing watchlists, and syncing viewing history with Trakt.tv across devices.

## Tool Specifications
- **Tool Name**: Showly
- **Type**: Open Source Project
- **License**: Open Source
- **Official Website**: https://www.showlyapp.com/
- **GitHub Repository**: https://github.com/trakt/showly
- **GitHub Stars**: ★ 1.5k
- **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/trakt/showly 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 Showly 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 Showly](https://caniforkit.com/vs/simkl-vs-showly) |
| [Trakt.tv](https://caniforkit.com/trakt-tv) | [analytics](https://caniforkit.com/category/analytics) | $35/mo | [Compare Trakt.tv vs Showly](https://caniforkit.com/vs/trakt-tv-vs-showly) |
| [TV Time](https://caniforkit.com/tv-time) | [analytics](https://caniforkit.com/category/analytics) | $35/mo | [Compare TV Time vs Showly](https://caniforkit.com/vs/tv-time-vs-showly) |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Is Showly free and open source?
Showly is an open source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on local. Android and iOS app for tracking TV shows and movies, managing watchlists, and syncing viewing history with Trakt.tv across devices.

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

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