3 Ways to Get Spotify on VIZIO TV

Spotify is undoubtedly one of the best ways to enjoy your music. As the world’s leading music streaming service, you can expect to find Spotify on all the major and even most minor platforms. So, does VIZIO TV have Spotify? The answer is YES, but for specific models.

Don’t worry. While most VIZIO TV models don’t come pre-installed with Spotify, there are still simple ways to access your entire Spotify music library on your VIZIO TV. These methods are all free and pretty straightforward. The content below details how to get Spotify on VIZIO TV with or without directly installing the app on the TV.

How to Get Spotify on VIZIO TV via the TV's Spotify App

Most VIZIO TVs come with certain built-in apps, but Spotify isn’t always one of them, i.e., it isn’t included as a standard application across all models. To use Spotify on compatible VIZIO TVs, you can directly install it using the method discussed below.

Requirements

• Your VIZIO TV must be one of the pre-2017 models with VIA (2009-2013) or VIA+ (2013-2017), e.g., E-Series and M-Series from the early 2010s. So, any TV made after 2017 won’t work with this method.
• Remote control with “V” or “VIA” button.

How to Install and Play Spotify on VIZIO TV with V Button

This is one of the simplest methods to get Spotify on VIZIO TV. All you have to do is access your TV’s app store to download and install Spotify.

Step 1. Turn on the TV, pick up your VIZIO TV remote, and press the “V” button twice (it’s in the center of the remote). This will launch the VIA+ App Store full screen window.

Step 2. Click the “All Apps” tab at the top right of the interface or use the search function to find Spotify.

Step 3. Select the Spotify app and click “Install”. Then click “OK” to start Spotify. Lastly, log in to your account, and use it.

How to Get Spotify on VIZIO TV Without V Button

Some Spotify-compatible VIZIO TV models’ remotes lack a V button, but that’s not an issue. The menu button works as a perfect alternative to the V option.

Step 1. Switch on your VIZIO TV and press the “Menu” button on your remote. On your TV screen, go to “Extras” and “Connected TV Store”.

Step 2. Browse the apps until you find Spotify. Select it and click “Install”. Once it’s installed, launch it, click “OK/Open,” input your Spotify account details, and you’re done!

How to Get Spotify on VIZIO TV with Cast

Casting is considerably more convenient than most methods you’ll read about today, because you can stream Spotify directly from your device to your VIZIO TV using its proprietary SmartCast technology. Likewise, iOS users can utilize AirPlay, while Android devices leverage built-in Google Chromecast to stream.

Way 1. Use VIZIO SmartCast

Most VIZIO TV owners use either Android or iOS devices, but if you prefer an alternative to AirPlay and Google Chromecast, you can use the free VIZIO SmartCast Mobile app on your phone to control Spotify playback on your TV.

Requirements

• Your VIZIO TV must be from the 2016 and newer SmartCast models (M-Series, P-Series, V-Series). However, some D-Series may lack casting.
• You must have a tablet or smartphone with the Spotify app installed.
• WiFi connection.

Cast Spotify to VIZIO TV via SmartCast

Step 1. First, go to Google Play or Apple App Store to download and install the official VIZIO SmartCast Mobile app.  Next, connect your iOS/Android device and the VIZIO TV to the same Wi-Fi network.

Step 2. Launch Spotify on your phone and play a song. 

Step 3. Tap and open your phone’s VIZIO SmartCast Mobile app, go to the “Devices” tab, and choose “VIZIO TV”. Your Spotify music will then start playing on your TV.

Way 2. Apply Google Chromecast

Google Chromecast allows you to send content from applications to compatible screens wirelessly. In this case, you’ll cast Spotify music to your VIZIO TV. No cables or extra remotes are needed, just use your phone and Wi-Fi.

Requirements

• Any VIZIO TV supporting Chromecast.
• Spotify app (iOS/Android).
• Workable Wi-Fi network

Cast Spotify to VIZIO TV Using Chromecast

Step 1. Connect your VIZIO TV and Android device to the same Wi-Fi network, open Spotify, play any track, album, etc.

Step 2. Look to the bottom left on Spotify’s “Now Playing” screen. You’ll see the “Devices” icon (a small speaker). Tap it.

Step 3. The devices menu will open. Tap on your Chromecast device (your VIZIO TV) from the available devices you see. Spotify music will now play through the TV instantly.

Way 3. Through Apple AirPlay

Are you an iPhone user? Then, you can use AirPlay to stream Spotify music from Apple devices like an iPad, iPhone, and even a Mac to a VIZIO TV.

Requirements:

• 2019 or newer models (model numbers ending in: -H, -J, -K (e.g., M558-H1, P75Q9-J01).
• Older models: Require Apple TV or AirPlay 2 adapter.
• iPhone/iPad.

Cast Spotify to VIZIO TV with AirPlay

Step 1. Pick up your iPhone. Go to “Settings” and choose “General”. 

Step 2. Select “Apple AirPlay Settings” > “Apple AirPlay” .

Step 3. Then swipe up from the bottom (iPhone with Home button) or swipe down from the top-right (iPhone with Face ID) to open your iPhone’s Control Center.

Step 4. Next, locate the audio card (music/widget panel) in your iPhone’s Control Center. Tap the tiny “AirPlay” icon in its top-right corner to select your VIZIO TV under SPEAKERS & TVs.

Step 5. If prompted, enter the AirPlay password (though most VIZIO TVs don’t require one).

Step 6. Then, play a song on Spotify app and it will be played through VIZIO TV.

How to Get Spotify on VIZIO TV Using a USB Drive

If the ways above don’t work for you or you want an offline way to enjoy Spotify music on your VIZIO TV, then using a USB drive is no doubt a good option. All you have to do is use software like StreamFox for Music, the Eassiy All-in-One Music Converter to convert Spotify songs, copy them to USB sticks and then listen to Spotify via the USB on your VIZIO smart TV, no matter the model. 

StreamFox for Music can convert Spotify tracks to 320kbps MP3 while retaining complete ID3 tags for each converted song. Whether it’s an individual song, an entire playlist/album or a full podcast series from Spotify, StreamFox can save them at 50X speed. To simplify the music conversion, StreamFox even embeds a Spotify web player into its interface.

How to Download Spotify to USB

Step 1. Download and install StreamFox for Music for either macOS or Windows and launch the app. Click “Spotify” to proceed.

Step 2: Click “Log in” on the top right of the tool interface. Then, enter your Spotify login details.

Step 3. Drag and drop your Spotify songs, albums, or playlists onto the red plus icon “+” on the right panel of the software’s interface.

Step 4. The Conversion List window will appear with all the songs you added. You can select the format you want the songs to be converted to, the default storage location, the output file name, and more advanced settings like the sample rate and bitrate.

Step 5. Once you make all the necessary edits, click “Convert All” and wait for the songs to be converted. Once the conversion is done, click “View Output File” to open the storage folder and see your songs.

Step 6. Connect a USB drive to your computer and copy the newly converted songs to it (ensure the USB is formatted to FAT or FAT32 for compatibility).

How to Play Spotify on VIZIO TV Through USB

• Plug the USB drive into the TV.



• Select “Browse” or “MEDIA” to view the files on the USB.



• Navigate to the songs, select them, and then play them!

Conclusion

So, now do you know how to get Spotify on VIZIO TV? If you want a method that lets you easily stream music on your VIZIO TV, regardless of the model, the device with Spotify, and the operating system? Use StreamFox for Music to convert Spotify music as MP3 and transfer it to your USB! This way, you can enjoy Spotify on VIZIO TV without the least limitations.