Can angelfish live with platies?

Verdict
Yes

Yes. Angelfish and platies get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 76–80°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.

AngelfishAngelfish76–84°F · pH 6–7.5 PlatyPlaty70–80°F · pH 7–8.2

Why it works

Water side by side

55°60°65°70°75°80°85°90°Both: 76–80°Angelfish 76–84°Platy 70–80°
The green band is the temperature range both can live in.
456789Both: 7–7.5Angelfish 6–7.5Platy 7–8.2
The green band is the pH both tolerate.

Size to scale

Angelfish · 6 inPlaty · 2.5 in0"1"2"3"4"5"6"
Adult length in an aquarium. A fish can swallow anything that fits in its mouth, roughly a third to half its own length for predators.

Care at a glance

AngelfishPlaty
Temperature76–84 °F70–80 °F
pH6–7.57–8.2
Adult size6.0 in2.5 in
Minimum tank30 gal10 gal
TemperamentSemi-aggressivePeaceful
Swims atMiddleMiddle
GroupAlone or in pairsGroups of 3+
DietOmnivoreOmnivore

Better tank mates for angelfish

All angelfish tank mates

Better tank mates for platies

All platy tank mates

Questions

Can angelfish live with platies?

Yes. Angelfish and platies get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 76–80°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.

What temperature suits both angelfish and platies?

76–80 °F. Angelfish need 76–84 °F, platies need 70–80 °F.

What size tank do angelfish and platies need together?

At least 30 gal, set by the angelfish. Add space for each extra fish.