6 Best Formula 1 Apps for Android and iPhone (2026)
The 2026 Formula 1 season promises to be historic with new technical regulations and the most competitive grid ever. To not miss any Grand Prix from your phone, these are the essential apps every F1 fan should have installed.
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F1 TV: Fórmula 1 oficial
Formula One Digital Media Limited · Free (with purchases) · 10M+
Official F1 app
4.3
196K reviews
TopApps analysis
The official F1 app offers live telemetry, race position tracking, team radio and full statistics. F1 TV included for subscribers.
The official Formula 1 app is the only one offering free live timing for all users: real-time telemetry data for all cars during the race. F1 TV Pro (paid, ~€79.99/year) allows watching all races live, exclusive team cameras, driver radio and 40+ years of F1 archive. In Spain, DAZN holds broadcast rights.
Pros
- FREE live timing with real-time telemetry for all cars
- F1 TV Pro: all races live + complete historical archive
- Exclusive team cameras and driver radio
Cons
- Watching races live requires F1 TV Pro: ~€79.99/year
- In Spain DAZN holds rights — F1 TV Pro may have restrictions
- High battery usage with active live timing
DAZN: Deportes en directo
Free (with purchases) · 10M+
Watch all GPs live
4.1
287K reviews
TopApps analysis
DAZN holds F1 broadcasting rights in Spain for 2026. Watch all races, qualifying sessions and free practice in streaming.
DAZN is Spain's leading sports streaming platform with rights to Formula 1, MotoGP, LaLiga, Champions League, NBA and boxing. Works without cable on mobile, tablet, Smart TV or PC.
Pros
- F1, MotoGP, LaLiga and Champions in one app
- No cable needed
- Up to 4 simultaneous screens
Cons
- Paid subscription required: €19.99/month or €149.99/year
- Some sports require higher plans
- Buffering issues on slow connections
Eurosport: Noticias y deportes
Free (with purchases) · 50M+
European F1 coverage
4.6
310K reviews
TopApps analysis
Eurosport offers F1 analysis and editorial content across multiple European countries, with standings, news and race analysis.
Eurosport is the most complete Olympic and endurance sports app in Europe: cycling (Tour de France, Vuelta, Giro), tennis (Roland Garros, Wimbledon, US Open), athletics, swimming and winter sports. Live streams require MAX subscription.
Pros
- Best channel for cycling: Tour de France, Vuelta, Giro live
- Roland Garros, Wimbledon and US Open with MAX subscription
- Free results and news for Olympic and endurance sports
Cons
- Live streams require MAX subscription (€9.99/month)
- Limited football coverage — no LaLiga or Champions rights
- Free app has ads and limited access
ESPN: Deportes en vivo
ESPN Inc. · Free (with purchases) · 100M+
F1 news and stats
4.5
452K reviews
TopApps analysis
ESPN covers F1 with news, technical analysis, driver statistics and championship standings updated after each race.
ESPN is the world's largest sports network with NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, tennis, football (MLS and international leagues), boxing and UFC coverage. Especially useful for American sports fans. Covers European football news and results but streaming rights in Spain belong to DAZN or Movistar+.
Pros
- World's largest sports network — unrivaled American sports coverage
- NFL, NBA, MLB and NHL with advanced stats and expert analysis
- Free video clips of best moments
Cons
- Limited European football coverage vs FotMob or SofaScore
- ESPN+ live streams not available in Spain
- App mainly oriented to US market
Marca - Diario deportivo
Unidad Editorial Información Deportiva · Free · 10M+
Spanish sports press F1
4.2
65K reviews
TopApps analysis
Marca offers the best F1 editorial coverage in Spain: race reports, exclusive interviews with Spanish drivers and technical analysis.
Marca is Spain's most-read sports newspaper and its app is the go-to for football news, especially Real Madrid and national football. Offers real-time results for LaLiga, Champions and main international competitions, plus analysis, match reports and exclusive interviews.
Pros
- Spain's reference sports newspaper — maximum credibility
- Real Madrid, LaLiga and Spanish national team news updated by the minute
- Real-time results with updated standings
Cons
- Coverage very focused on Real Madrid and Spanish football — little international content
- Many ads in free version
- Results stats more basic than FotMob or SofaScore
RTVE Play
Corporación RTVE · Free · 5M+
F1 free on some GPs
3.8
156K reviews
TopApps analysis
RTVE broadcasts some Formula 1 Grand Prix for free on La 1 and La 2. If you want to watch F1 without paying, this is your first stop.
RTVE Play is the free Spanish public TV app including La 1, La 2, Teledeporte and Clan. For sports, the star is Teledeporte: broadcasts the Vuelta a España live, Spanish national team matches, athletics and boxing. Completely free, no registration needed.
Pros
- Completely free, no registration needed
- Teledeporte included: Vuelta a España, national team matches
- World Cup 2026 Spain matches on La 1 (free)
Cons
- Video quality below DAZN or Movistar+
- Only available in Spain — geoblocked
- Premium events (LaLiga, Champions) not available
Frequently asked questions
What is the official Formula 1 app?
The official app is called 'F1' and is available on Google Play and App Store. It offers live telemetry, race position tracking, team radio and full statistics. It has free features and a paid F1 TV premium mode.
Where to watch F1 for free in Spain in 2026?
RTVE broadcasts some Formula 1 Grand Prix for free on La 1 and La 2. To watch all GPs you need DAZN (paid subscription).
How many Grand Prix are there in the F1 2026 season?
The 2026 F1 season has 24 Grand Prix. You can check the full calendar in the official F1 app.
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