# Shine TV — Your Kiwi Christian Channel

> New Zealand Christian lifestyle TV channel with on-demand and live streaming. (iPhone/iPad app by Rhema Media Incorporated.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shine-tv/id1547598454 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Rhema Media Incorporated](https://appshunter.io/developer/1231322981)
- Category: Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 89 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 71 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2021-03-05
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shine-tv/id1547598454/reviews.md

## What is Shine TV?

Shine TV is Your Kiwi Christian Channel - a New Zealand based Christian lifestyle tv channel, bringing together the best of uplifting international and local content.

The Shine TV app will provide access to Shine's Video on Demand library as well as the Live Television content.

Shine TV is a network of Rhema Media Inc. Rhema Media is a not-for-profit incorporated society, and is a registered charity with Charities Services. Rhema Media also owns and operates nationwide radio networks Rhema, Star and Life FM, as well as publishing two quarterly devotionals The Word For Today and Word 4 U Today.

Terms of Service: https://www.shinetv.co.nz/tos
Privacy Policy: https://www.shinetv.co.nz/privacy

## Key features

- Video on Demand library
- Live Television content
- Uplifting international content
- Local New Zealand content
- Christian lifestyle programming

## What do users think of Shine TV?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Wholesome and clean content
- 💖 Inspiring and uplifting programming
- 🌟 Provides hope and direction
- 📺 Great selection of movies and documentaries
- 📱 Easy-to-use app
- 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly entertainment
- 🙏 Faith-filled and Godly content
- ✨ Offers a positive alternative to mainstream channels
- 💡 On-demand viewing is convenient
- 😊 Encouraging and edifying
- 💯 High-quality content
- 🌟 Safe viewing experience
- 👍 App works awesomely
- ❤️ Heartwarming movies
- 🕊️ Spiritual and soul-nourishing

**Cons**

- ⚠️ Difficulty accessing live channel
-  frustrating Account setup issues
- ❓ Unclear availability of some movies
- 🔄 Chromecast issues in rural areas

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Cannot set up account
- Live channel difficult to access
- Some movies not available when expected

**Most requested features**

- Schedule for Shine Live on the app
- More Hallmark shows and movies
- Ability to watch previous episodes of series

## Recent user reviews (10 of 89)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shine-tv/id1547598454/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Three great movies

*2026-08-12, version 10.200.1*

Shine has become more professional since it started. Just recently I have watched these Three thought provoking movies. 

Good quality, learning lots about life from other’s perspectives.

Presenting the gospel in very different ways.

Impacting.

### 5/5 — Love it!

*2026-05-03, version 9.100.1*

So great to have this platform to choose positive, inspiring and faithful programs and people to watch.

### 5/5 — A+ Christian Content

*2026-04-22, version 9.100.1*

Love the wholesome TV programs

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2026-04-10, version 9.100.1*

Aptly named, the content brings light. App is easy to use, love it!❤️

### 5/5 — Whatching shows

*2026-03-28, version 9.100.1*

Love the posted shows

### 5/5 — Cas & Yvonne Olckers

*2026-01-25, version 9.100.1*

Shine is providing us with great and clean entertainment and daily food for our souls👍❤️

### 5/5 — Best channel

*2026-01-08, version 9.100.1*

This television channel has been such a blessing to me in very uncertain times and has given me hope and direction in a very mixed up world 😉

### 5/5 — 5 stars

*2026-01-04, version 9.100.1*

Love this app and all the content!

### 5/5 — The best Christian movies

*2025-12-20, version 9.100.1*

Awesome

### 5/5 — Let it Shine!

*2025-11-19, version 9.100.1*

Love the wholesome content!

## Frequently asked questions about Shine TV

### What is Shine TV?

Shine TV is a New Zealand-based Christian lifestyle television channel. The app provides access to its Video on Demand library and live television content, featuring a mix of uplifting international and local programming.

### What kind of content can I find on Shine TV?

You can find a variety of Christian lifestyle content, including uplifting international and local programming. The app offers both on-demand videos and live television streams.

### Is Shine TV free to use?

The application itself is free to download and use. However, as indicated by the presence of ads, the service is ad-supported. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees mentioned.

### What are the terms of service and privacy policy?

The terms of service for Shine TV can be found at https://www.shinetv.co.nz/tos, and the privacy policy is available at https://www.shinetv.co.nz/privacy. These documents outline the usage guidelines and data handling practices.

### Who operates Shine TV?

Shine TV is a network of Rhema Media Inc., which is a not-for-profit incorporated society and a registered charity. Rhema Media also operates radio networks and publishes devotionals.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 10.401.1 — 2026-08-22

* Bug fixes
* Performance improvements

### 10.200.1 — 2026-06-05

* Bug fixes
* Performance improvements

### 9.100.1 — 2025-05-22

* Bug fixes
* Performance improvements

### 9.009.1 — 2025-04-13

* Bug fixes
* Performance improvements

### 8.801.1 — 2024-09-19

* Bug fixes
* Performance improvements

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## More apps by Rhema Media Incorporated

- [The Word for Today](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-word-for-today/id526140534)
- [Word For You Today](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-for-you-today/id526148010)
- [Life FM: Faith. Music. Culture](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/life-fm-faith-music-culture/id1529652458)
- [Rhema - Christian Radio NZ](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rhema-christian-radio-nz/id1529653670)
- [Star – Classic Christian Radio](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/star-classic-christian-radio/id1529654402)

All apps by Rhema Media Incorporated: https://appshunter.io/developer/1231322981

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