reelgood.com
Back when streaming services were only available through Netflix, it was simple. All you had to do was go to Netflix and browse their selection. There was no confusing list of release and expiration dates to keep track of. There was no deciding between which streaming platform to use today. It was easy - go to Netflix, choose from what?s available, watch. Done deal. Nothing more.
As many of you are aware, there is no such thing as simplicity when it comes to choosing what to watch on streaming services these days. In addition to the multitude of choices available, each service offers its own original content as well as a constantly cycling list of syndicated programs.
I struggle to keep track of what service has what show or movie. It is hard enough trying to remember whether it was Hulu, Netflix, or Amazon Prime Video that produced my favorite shows like Righteous Gemstones. But add to the confusion the fact that each syndicated program and movie is only featured on each service for a limited time, and it can be quite dizzying.
Plus, have you ever tried to Google something like "where can I watch Schitt's Creek"? It's not very helpful. Usually, Google has all the answers like some sort of digital oracle, but with questions like this, it is of little to no help. You'll find your answers, sure, eventually, but usually not without a fair amount of digging and scrolling and clicking around.
There isn't a single site like this, but if there were, it would be a great help for people who want to watch Movies and TV Shows withoutoby having to spend hours researching which services offer what and trying to find the best way to watch them.
There are numerous search engines designed specifically for streaming sites, some of which are better designed than others. However, another consideration to make when choosing a streaming site search engine is the number of platforms the search engine allows users to search between. Some of these sites have a pitiful selection of options.
If you are looking for a go-to streaming site search engine, then you should definitely consider Reel Good. It is one of the largest streaming site search engines on the web, and it also offers many more convenient features to enjoy. Let's take a look at all of them, shall we?
History
Streaming site search engines provide services that scan across all of the content on streaming sites when you search a title. Note that these sites do not host any content, and only provide information on what streaming services have or do not have a certain show or movie. Some streaming site search engines also provide links to purchase Blu Ray or DVD copies of the titles.
If you register with Reel Good, you will gain access to special features, such as linking your accounts so that you can access all of your favorite streaming sites from one convenient portal.
Streaming site search engines have been around for a while and have begun to take off more in recent years. In 2017, Reel Good was named the best streaming site search engine by Decider.com and Wired.
Design and Content
If you're looking for a convenient and user-friendly site when it comes to streaming videos, look no further than Reel Good. The layout is very similar to Netflix, so finding content and browsing is a breeze. In addition, if you're looking for a specific title, Reel Good will have it avaliable for you. Overall, I think the user experience on Reel Good is fantastic.
This includes plot summaries, cast and crew listings, awards and reviews.
The ReelGood site is an archive of information about films. It functions as an IMDB for films, as well as a Rotten Tomatoes for movie reviews. Clicking into a movie provides information about the plot, cast and crew, and awards.
Alongside where it is currently able to be streamed, you will also be able to see the Rotten Tomatoes and IMDB scores, synopses, cast and crew lists, and some Reel Good-specific scores. Reel Good offers both a stream ability score for the title, as well as an aggregated Reel Good critic score (based on ratings and reviews from around the web).
Plus, if all that wasn't enough, Reel Good streamlines the experience even further by providing suggested titles based on the one you originally looked up. Browse a lengthy list of "more shows and movies like it," additional titles in the same genre and subgenres, and a list of movies and shows that users also liked. Reel Good truly has the potential to be the one-stop-shop for any and everything related to streamable content. I may not even go to Netflix or Hulu directly anymore, this site is so useful. I may just start visiting Reel Good first and linking my accounts. I don't see why not - if you have multiple video streaming service accounts, it truly makes the experience much more convenient if you ask me!
Mobile and Desktop Experience
As much as I love the desktop experience (the in-browser site works just as well on a phone browser like Safari, by the way), I also think the app is pretty great. Personally, I prefer the in-browser site over the app. Something like this would be, I imagine, rather hard to pull off as an app - and, considering that fact, the Reel Good team does not do a bad job - this is just something that I think requires a computer to really make the most of. After all, streaming movies itself is sort of the same way, so that makes sense, doesn't it?
That being said, the app isn't bad. It is just slightly clunkier and a little more difficult to navigate. But not by much. The app, however, is only available on the Apple App Store (sorry Android users), where it has an average rating of 4.3 stars - which I think is very appropriate.
Pricing and Plans
Surprisingly, Reel Good is free to use. I say this because of all that it offers. There are occasional ads, but that is a small price to pay for all of the great services that Reel Good offers (not to mention the beautiful execution, too).
Suggestions that I have for Reel Good
It would be great if Reel Good could directly display the content on their site, instead of relying on a linked account. This would be an awesome way to showcase their content and give people a preview of what they're going to see when they watch the movie or TV show. Plus, trailers and previews would be a terrific addition!
Conclusion
Reel Good is a great streaming site search engine that can make your life much easier if you have several streaming services. Try it out today!