Comparison

Qview vs ElectricNOW

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

Head to head
About

Qview

This app allows multiple users to simultaneously share photos and videos to a smart TV. It's ideal for gatherings, enabling everyone to contribute content to a shared queue for viewing on the big screen. Manage playback and content access with intuitive controls.

Highlights
  • Simultaneous multi-user content sharing
  • Upload photos and videos to a queue
  • Queue holds up to 50 pieces of content
  • Playback control (play/pause, next/previous)
  • Content grab feature for shared access
  • User join and exit notifications
Features
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Qview comes pre-installed on Hisense 4K UHD Smart TVs. Hisense Qview is unique because it enables multiple users to share multiple pieces of their content to the TV at the same time! If you’re planning a small gathering or large party, then Hisense Qview is the perfect way for everyone in attendance to share the spotlight together. Simply upload your favorite videos or photos into the queue (which holds 50 pieces of content at a time) and then view them one after the other on your Hisense 4K UHD Smart TV. Download Hisense Qview now to get started! Cool Features: • ‘Joined’ notification: Each time someone joins in to share their content, his or her name briefly appears on the TV screen. • Share: Press the Share icon to cast a photo or video to the TV screen for others to view in a larger size • Play Mode: Use this feature to enable or disable the queue from showing the next piece of content. • Swipe Left/Right: Use the Swipe feature to go to the next or previous content on TV. • Grab: The Grab feature is disabled by default. Use it to enable others to access the piece of content that you’ve shared to the TV. • ‘Grabbed’ notification: Each time a user ‘grabs’ content (which can only be accessed when the content owner ‘enables’ the Grab feature), an on-screen notification briefly displays the device name. • Exit notification: Each time a user leaves Hisense Qview an on-screen notification message is shown. Download Hisense Qview now to enjoy it. More details about Hisense Qview Up to 10 people can share content on the TV at the same time. Qview supports JPEG, PNG and MP4 files. When a user leaves the app, then his or her content is no longer available for others to view or access. To view FAQs about this app, visit http://www.hisense-usa.com Hisense Qview was developed by the Hisense Software Development team. We’d love to receive your feedback about your experience with using this app and will continue to add enhancements. To purchase the Hisense 4K UHD Smart TV, visit http://www.walmart.com

About

ElectricNOW

Stream fan-favorite TV series and movies from Electric Entertainment for free. Enjoy 24/7 broadcasts, on-demand episodes, bonus material, and behind-the-scenes footage. Also includes video companions to popular entertainment podcasts.

Highlights
  • 24/7 streaming broadcast
  • On-demand episodes
  • Program guide
  • Bonus material
  • Behind-the-scenes footage
  • Podcast video companions
Features
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ElectricNOW is the premium app featuring content produced and acquired by Electric Entertainment. The app allows fans to enjoy their favorite shows for free in a 24/7 streaming broadcast as well as selecting and rewatching episodes on demand. The app also features a program guide, special bonus material, and behind the scenes footage. ElectricNOW is also home to Electric’s podcast network, Electric Surge, which features video companions to hit podcasts hosted by industry leaders. The Electric Surge lineup includes podcasts devoted to Star Trek, Star Wars, Dr. Who, and other entertainment topics. Electric Surge is made by fans, for fans. Privacy Policy: https://www.electricnow.tv/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.electricnow.tv/terms

Screenshots

Qview4 screens
ElectricNOW4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ElectricNOW at 71% against Qview's 0%. ElectricNOW also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.6) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 8 months). Qview's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 14) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 16.6). On price and ads 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. ElectricNOW sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. Qview asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ElectricNOW holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ElectricNOW has 996 ratings behind it against 92, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Qview's written reviews are positive against 71% of ElectricNOW's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Qview ships an update every 8 months, ElectricNOW every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Qview versus ElectricNOW: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQviewElectricNOW
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.6 (92 ratings)4.8 (996 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews71.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings92996 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB61 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperHisense USA CorporationElectric Entertainment, Inc.

Customer experience

Qview

All ratings92 ratings
Positive9.8%
Neutral6.5%
Negative83.7%
Written reviews50 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative96.0%

ElectricNOW

All ratings996 ratings
Positive95.9%
Neutral1.7%
Negative2.4%
Written reviews52 reviews
Positive71.2%
Neutral3.8%
Negative25.0%

User reviews

Qview

From 92 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 💡 Good idea for an app
  • 👍 Displays photos in hi-def

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes frequently
  • 🐛 App does not launch
  • 🐛 App does not download completely
  • 🐛 App does not detect TV
  • 🐛 App does not connect to phone/TV

ElectricNOW

From 996 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Enjoyable shows and content
  • 🚀 Smooth and stable app experience
  • 💡 Variety of shows and movies
  • 🤗 Helpful for disabled/senior users
  • 🎥 Great for cord-cutters

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes
  • 🔊 Loud commercials
  • 🔍 Navigation and discoverability issues
  • 🌍 Limited availability in some regions
  • 🔍 Lack of Chromecast support

Bugs and requests

Qview

Reported bugs

46 issues
  • App does not work on Hisense TV
  • App does not download completely
  • App does not launch
  • App crashes on first launch
  • App shows a black screen and returns to home screen
Show 41 more
  • App is completely useless
  • App does not work for iOS
  • App is not worth the time downloading
  • App does not connect phone or laptop to TV
  • App does not detect TV
  • App does not work on iPhone 11 Pro
  • App does not work on iPhone X
  • App does not detect anything
  • App does not allow mirroring of streaming apps
  • App detects TV but uploads content to unknown location
  • App displays black rectangles and 'Loading...' for video
  • App does nothing when trying to share photos
  • App tells user to check network, but still doesn't work
  • App is a joke of a casting app
  • App does not detect anything on iPhone X
  • App should allow mirroring of Netflix, Hulu, YouTube
  • App connects but displays 'Loading...' for visuals
  • App crashes after selecting content to play
  • App does not connect to iPhone 6 (iOS 11)
  • App cannot find 4K TV
  • App loses connection shortly after connecting
  • App does not display shared content
  • App crashes
  • App does not show up on iPhone 7 (iOS 11)
  • App does not connect to phone
  • App does not show anything on screen
  • App firmware is a joke
  • App does not work at all
  • App does not work on iPhone 5S
  • App does not work on Hisense H6
  • App does not work
  • App is not working
  • App is a joke
  • App does not work at all
  • App does not work
  • App does not work
  • App does not work
  • App does not connect to iPhone 6 Plus
  • App does not display images being shared
  • App needs work to stabilize on iOS 10.2
  • App connection to TV will not work from phone

Requested features

7 requests
  • Allow mirroring of streaming apps like Netflix, Hulu, YouTube
  • Allow selection of multiple photos/videos
  • Provide clear instructions or help for using the app
  • Improve app stability on iOS
  • Fix compatibility issues with Apple products
Show 2 more
  • Allow exclusion of specific files
  • Update app for better functionality

ElectricNOW

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes when trying to access certain shows
  • Audio sync issues on some platforms
  • Inability to connect to TV

Requested features

5 requests
  • Closed captioning support
  • Improved video quality
  • Notification for new content
  • Ability to cast to TV
  • More international availability

In-app purchases

None

Qview

No in-app purchases

14 purchases

ElectricNOW

One-time14
  • Purchase HD 3$2.99
  • Purchase HD 5$4.99
  • Purchase Bundle 8$7.99
Show 11 more
  • Purchase HD 10$9.99
  • Purchase HD 13$12.99
  • Purchase Bundle 13$12.99
  • Purchase HD 15$14.99
  • Purchase Bundle 20$19.99
  • Purchase Season Pass$20.99
  • Purchase Bundle 30$29.99
  • Purchase Bundle 35$34.99
  • Purchase Bundle 55$54.99
  • Purchase Bundle 70$69.99
  • Purchase Bundle 90$89.99

Questions

Is Qview free?
Qview is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ElectricNOW free?
ElectricNOW is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Qview or ElectricNOW?
ElectricNOW is rated higher. Qview averages 1.6 out of 5 from 92 ratings, while ElectricNOW averages 4.8 from 996 ratings.
Do Qview or ElectricNOW have ads?
Neither Qview nor ElectricNOW shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Qview or ElectricNOW?
Qview ships an update every 8 months, and ElectricNOW every 2 months. Most recently, Qview was updated on October 6, 2026 and ElectricNOW on October 15, 2026.

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