Apps for long distance couples

You need two jobs, not one mega-app. A call carries your voices. AniDachi syncs the Crunchyroll episode or YouTube video. Date plans that use that pair are on long distance date ideas.

Start a Watchroom

Install AniDachi in Chrome for Crunchyroll, YouTube, and Netflix. Free includes 20 minutes a day for rooms of up to 4 people, including you. Plus and Pro have no daily time limit.

Start a Watchroom

A simple stack

FaceTime or Discord
Stay on the call the whole episode. This is only for talking.
AniDachi
Install from /extension. Each person opens the same video and joins the watchroom. Playback stays on their own account.
Anime-only nights
If the date is only anime, use best apps to watch anime together long distance.

Long distance relationship apps

That phrase is the same list: a call app plus a way to watch. AniDachi is the watch half for Crunchyroll, YouTube, and Netflix. It does not replace your messages.

Published September 26, 2026 · Updated October 17, 2026 · By AniDachi · Editorial policy

Start a Watchroom

Install AniDachi in Chrome for Crunchyroll, YouTube, and Netflix. Free includes 20 minutes a day for rooms of up to 4 people, including you. Plus and Pro have no daily time limit.

Start a Watchroom

Frequently asked questions

What app should long distance couples use to watch together?

Use FaceTime, Discord, or another call for voice. Use AniDachi to sync Crunchyroll or a full YouTube video in desktop Chrome. Each person needs their own streaming account.

Is there an anime-only list of long distance apps?

Yes. Best apps to watch anime together long distance covers the anime night in more detail. This page is the wider couple setup.

Does one subscription cover both people?

No. AniDachi does not share a Crunchyroll, YouTube, or Netflix login. Plus or Pro on AniDachi is for the person who wants to record their own watch progress.