Comparison

SBS vs DUCPIC

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

SBS

Access live SBS broadcasts with real-time chat and catch up on missed episodes. Discover a vast library of 70,000+ VOD titles, from classics to new releases, updated monthly. Personalize your viewing with tailored recommendations and earn points for exclusive content access.

Highlights
  • Personalized home feed recommendations
  • Live SBS streaming with chat
  • Time machine for missed live broadcasts
  • Live broadcast reminders
  • Extensive VOD library (70,000+ titles)
  • Points system for early access and rewards
  • Show ticket applications
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Play All of SBS Content, Right Here! ● Unlimited HD Live Streaming — Free for All Signed-In Users - Anyone with an account can watch live TV in HD for free, complete with real-time chat. - Stream all SBS channels live, including SBS, SBS Plus, SBS Sports, and SBS Golf. - Missed something? Use the Time Machine feature to rewind and catch up on any part of a broadcast. - Legendary classics are available 24/7 in continuous streaming. ● On-Demand Library of 100,000+ Titles - New free content is added every month. - Explore the latest dramas, variety shows, and documentaries currently airing, plus timeless classics and editor-curated collections. ● Apply for SBS Live Show Tickets - Enter for a chance to attend live tapings of your favorite shows, including Inkigayo and more. - Track all your ticket applications in one place and use your in-app ticket for fast entry at the venue. [Optional Permissions] - Notifications: To send you scheduling reminders for live broadcasts and promotional push alerts. - Camera Access: To allow photo capture when attaching image files. ※ Denying optional permissions may limit access to certain features. [Terms of Service & Privacy Policy] - Terms of Service: https://w3.sbs.co.kr/cs/customerRulesSbs.do - Privacy Policy: https://w3.sbs.co.kr/cs/customerPrivacySbs.do

About

DUCPIC

Features
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Where fandom meets travel — DUCPIC, the fan-travel platform 1. Explore spots Every holy site of your fandom, all in one place. DUCPIC gathers the locations and details of fan spots, organized by fandom. Get ready for that "wait — this place is connected to my bias?!" moment. 2. Plan your journey Build your own fan trip, your way. Pick places on the map and create your own pilgrimage itinerary. Go solo, or hit the road with your crew — your call. 3. Add a spot Know a spot for your bias? Put it on DUCPIC. Found a spot that isn't on the map yet? Suggest it yourself. DUCPIC is a platform we build together with you. — Got feedback or running into an issue? Let us know. Twitter: https://x.com/ducpic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ducpic_/ DUCPIC app permissions Required permissions: Location (to confirm your service area and guide you to nearby spots and journeys) Optional permissions: Storage & Photos (downloading images, attaching profile images, attaching place images), Camera (taking spot and profile photos), Notifications (journey schedules and updates), Microphone (voice search for spots) Without the required permission, use of the service is limited. You can use the app without granting optional permissions, though the related features may be limited.

Screenshots

SBS4 screens
DUCPIC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DUCPIC at none against SBS's 15. DUCPIC also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SBS sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. DUCPIC asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SBS ships an update every 2 weeks, DUCPIC every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SBS versus DUCPIC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSBSDUCPIC
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.8 (102 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews17.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings102 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size85 MB65 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperSBS I&M Co., Ltd.PICTOREAL Inc.

In-app purchases

14 purchases

SBS

Subscriptions10
  • Auto_Renewable, LIVE$1.991 Month
  • play Live$1.991 Month
  • VOD (Mobile)1 Month trial$3.991 Month
Show 7 more
  • VOD+Real-time TV (Mobile)1 Month trial$4.991 Month
  • VOD (Mobile+PC)1 Month trial$4.991 Month
  • Auto_Renewable, LIVE+VOD$4.991 Month
  • play Standard$4.991 Month
  • VOD+Real-time TV (Mobile+PC)1 Month trial$5.991 Month
  • play Premium$7.991 Month
  • Auto_Renewable, IntegratedPass$9.991 Month
One-time4
  • 1day, LIVE+VOD$1.99
  • 7day, Real-time TV+VOD$3.99
  • 30day, Real-time TV+VOD$6.99
Show 1 more
  • 30day, LIVE+VOD$7.99
None

DUCPIC

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SBS free?
SBS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DUCPIC free?
DUCPIC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SBS or DUCPIC have ads?
SBS shows ads; DUCPIC does not.
Which is updated more often, SBS or DUCPIC?
SBS ships an update every 2 weeks, and DUCPIC every 3 days. Most recently, SBS was updated on September 26, 2026 and DUCPIC on September 19, 2026.

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