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This guide will show you how to get Discovery plus on Vizio smart TV.
You must have at least one streaming video application on your TV, and these streaming services give us the platform to watch our favorite shows anytime, anywhere. One of them, Discovery+, includes all the content from its parent company Discovery in a single streaming service that offers more than 60,000 episodes of classic programming. Because it's so inexpensive, many people want to watch Discovery+ content on their TVs. The good news is we have the latest and greatest ways to get Discovery plus on your Vizio smart TV.
When will Discovery plus be available on Vizio smart TV?
When you browse through many guides on the Internet, you will find that everyone claims that the Discovery Plus app does not work with Vizio Smart TVs. In fact, it is true that Discovery Plus did not support Vizio when it launched in early 2021, but on December 16, 2021, you will be able to find Discovery Plus on VIZIO SmartCast. In addition, Discovery Plus has an exclusive content showcase on Vizio's SmartCast. Users can find shows on a variety of topics through their preferences and popular recommendations.
Note: Discovery+ is available on VIZIO Smart TVs model year 2017 and newer
How to get Discovery plus on Vizio smart TV?
We have many ways to make it easy for you to get Discovery plus on your Vizio smart TV.
Get Discovery plus on Vizio smart TV via Vizio SmartCast
If your Vizio TV is a 2017 or newer model, then getting the Discovery plus app is simple. No download is required, you can find Discovery+ directly on SmartCast and see a showcase of unique Discovery+ content and recommendations from Vizio.
1. Turn on your Vizio TV, press the Home button, and you will see the Vizio SmartCast home page.
2. If your default screen is not SmartCast, click the Input button on your remote to switch your TV to SmartCast input.
3. Use the orientation button on your remote to find the APPs.
4. Find Discovery+, the app is already built into SmartCast and does not need to be downloaded.
5. Open Discovery+ and watch your favorite content
Get Discovery plus on Vizio smart TV via Apple AirPlay (IOS devices)
Apple AirPlay 2 is available in the Vizio SmartCast TV, so if you are an IOS user, you can use AirPlay to cast Discovery+ content from any of your IOS devices to your TV.
1. Download the Discovery+ app on your iPhone or iPad.
2. Connect your iPhone or iPad to the same WiFi as your Vizio TV.
3. Sign in and verify on your IOS device.
4. After successful login, open Discovery plus and play your favorite content.
5. Click on the AirPlay cast icon in the top right corner.
6. Now you can watch your favorite shows on your TV.
Get Discovery plus on Vizio smart TV via Apple AirPlay (Macbook)
If you are logged into discovery plus on your Macbook, you can also use Airplay to cast content from your computer to your Vizio TV.
1. Open the System Preferences of your Macbook and select the Display Mirror option in the Display-Menu bar.
2. Check the Airplay icon above the MacBook. (You can find it next to the Wifi icon)
3. Select your Vizio Smartcast TV in the drop-down list.
4. When you connect your TV for the first time, the Mac will need you to enter the code that appears on your TV.
5. Log in to the web version of discovery plus and play your favorite content.
Get Discovery plus on Vizio smart TV via Google Chromecast (Android devices)
If you log into Discovery plus with your Android device, you'll be happy to find that Vizio SmartCast TV also supports Google's Chromecast.
1. Download Discovery+ APP from Google Play Store and install it on your Android phone or tablet.
2. Connect your phone or tablet to the same network as your Vizio SmartCast TV.
3. Sign in to your Discovery+ account on your device.
4. Open the content you want to play and click the cast icon in the top right corner.
5. Select your Vizio TV. Now you can watch the content on your TV.
How to get Discovery plus on old Vizio smart TV? (Without SmartCast)
When you have a newer model of Vizio SmartCast TV, you can easily get Discovery+ by the above method. But things get tricky when you have an older Vizio TV, like a pre-2017 model, that may not have Airplay or Chromecast capabilities. But don't worry, we still have a way for you to watch discovery plus content on your old Vizio TV.
Some Vizio TVs do not have Airplay or Chromecast, but still have casting capabilities, while older models may not have any casting capabilities. If your TV does not support casting, you can use HDMI to connect your PC to the TV.
1. Connect your PC to your old Vizio TV with an HDMI cable.
2. Go to the TV settings and select the correct video channel. (corresponds to the HDMI input port you are using)
3. Right-click on the screen on your PC and select Display - Output to - TV.
4. Log in to Discovery Plus on your PC with your browser and play your favorite.
How much does Discovery Plus cost?
Discovery Plus offers more than 60,000 episodes of programming, including documentaries, reality shows, cooking shows and more, with two subscription service options. Both options offer a 7-day free trial.
- Discovery Plus (ad-lite) with ads: $4.99/month
- Discovery Plus ad-free: $6.99/month
Offers & Discounts:
- Students, veterans and military personnel can receive a 40% discount on the standard (Ad-lite) Discovery Plus program for only $2.99 per month.
- Verizon Wireless (unlimited plan) subscribers get six months of Discovery Plus for free.
Is Discovery go the same as Discovery plus?
Discovery Plus and Discovery go are not the same, they have the following differences.
1. Discovery Plus is a standalone streaming service platform and is currently only available in the United States.
2. Discovery Go is a live streaming application launched by Discovery. You must subscribe to a cable or satellite TV subscription package that includes Discovery Go channels to access Discovery Go.
3. You will need to pay your television service provider to use Discovery Go, and Discovery Plus requires an additional separate subscription.
Summary
If you have a new Vizio SmartCast TV, you can get Discovery plus from SmartCast or cast Discovery plus content from your mobile device to your TV via AirPlay or Chromecast. If you have an older TV model, you can also use HDMI to connect your computer to your Vizio TV to watch Discovery plus programs.
