Acorn TV is available natively using VIZIO Smart TV. Additionally, you may be able to stream to your VIZIO Smart TV through Apple AirPlay (2016+ models) or Google Cast (2016+ models).


Acorn TV app on VIZIO Smart TV

  1. Go to the Home Screen on your VIZIO Smart TV.
  2. Launch the app store and search for “Acorn TV” on your VIZIO Smart TV.
  3. Select “Add to Home” to install the app.
  4. Once installed, log in using your Acorn TV credentials.
  5. You can now stream Acorn TV on VIZIO Smart TV.


If your Vizio Smart TV does not have the Acorn TV app you can use Airplay from an iPad/iPhone.

  1. install the Acorn TV iPhone/iPad app.
  2. Once installed, log in using your Acorn TV credentials.
  3. Make sure your Smart TV is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your iPhone/iPad.
  4. Start playing the content in the Acorn TV app and select the AirPlay icon.
  5. Choose your VIZIO Smart TV and it will start displaying on your Smart TV.

If you have a compatible TV and you don’t see AirPlay as an option, make sure you update to the latest VIZIO Smart TV firmware.


If your Vizio Smart TV does not have the Acorn TV app you can use Google Cast from an Android Tablet/Phone.

  1. Install the Acorn TV Android Phone/Tablet app.
  2. Once installed, log in using your Acorn TV credentials.
  3. Make sure your Smart TV is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Android Phone/Tablet.
  4. Start playing the content in the Acorn TV app and select the Google Cast icon.
  5. Choose your VIZIO Smart TV and it will start displaying on your Smart TV.