Comparison

Classix vs MagellanTV Documentaries

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

Head to head
About

Classix

Access a vast library of classic movies and TV shows across numerous genres. Enjoy curated content, live channels, and personalized recommendations on all your Apple devices. Stream anytime, anywhere, and save your favorites for later.

Highlights
  • Curated library of classic movies and TV shows
  • 25 exclusive live TV channels
  • Personalized recommendations
  • Save to your list and resume watching
  • Universal search with Siri and Spotlight
  • Picture-in-Picture support
Features
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Dive into a treasure trove of thousands of classic movies and TV shows, handpicked to bring you the very best in timeless entertainment. From vintage comedies and thrilling dramas to iconic cartoons and family-friendly favorites, Classix has something for everyone to love. Stream anywhere, anytime. With Classix, the golden age of Hollywood is always at your fingertips. Download now and enjoy an ever-growing library of classic entertainment across iPhone, iPad, Apple TV and Apple Vision Pro. A CLASSIX MADE FOR YOU • Personalized Home: Tell Classix what you love and discover a Home experience built around your tastes. • Smart Recommendations: Discover movies and shows selected for you, with insights into why you might love them. • AI Search: Search naturally by mood, topic, actor or title, and refine your search with follow-up questions. • Private, On-Device Intelligence: Personalization and AI Search are powered directly on your device. DISCOVER & WATCH • A Curated Library: Explore thousands of classic movies and TV shows across every genre, from unforgettable Westerns and suspenseful mysteries to beloved cartoons and comedies. • Live Channels: Stream 25 exclusive Classix Live TV Channels for a nostalgic trip through cinematic history. • Generated Subtitles: Generate captions on-device in your preferred languages. • Siri: Ask Siri to play or search for your favorite classics on Classix. • Spotlight: Find Classix titles directly from system search and jump straight into the app. • Your List, Your Way: Save your must-watch classics so your list and pick up right where you left off. WHY CHOOSE CLASSIX+? Get full access to our entire library of movies, TV shows and 25 live TV channels. MADE FOR APPLE • Beautifully designed for iPhone, iPad, Apple TV and Apple Vision Pro. • Seamless playback controls and Now Playing integration. • Picture-in-Picture support for watching while multitasking. • Resizable layouts designed for the latest iPhone and iPad experiences. Classix is your ultimate gateway to the past. Relive the charm, magic and nostalgia of the classics, all in one place. Download Classix today and rediscover the art of timeless entertainment! Privacy Policy: https://classixapp.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://classixapp.com/terms

About

MagellanTV Documentaries

Explore a vast library of documentaries covering history, science, true crime, and more. Enjoy unlimited streaming on multiple devices with new content added weekly. This service offers an ad-free, immersive learning experience for the curious mind.

Highlights
  • Unlimited streaming
  • Extensive genre collections
  • Exclusive curated playlists
  • New content added weekly
  • Ad-free viewing experience
  • Cross-device compatibility
  • Casting to smart TVs
Features
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Documentaries Worth Watching MagellanTV is more than just a streaming service—it's a journey of discovery. Designed for the inquisitive, our expansive library offers documentaries that enlighten, inspire, and feed your lifelong love of learning. For those craving substantial content and awe-inspiring insights, MagellanTV is your refuge. Rekindle your sense of wonder and dive into a world where every film is a chance to learn, explore, and grow. MagellanTV membership includes: -Unlimited streaming anytime, anywhere, on multiple devices. -Extensive genre collections in History, Nature, Science, Space, Crime, and more. -Exclusive playlists that explore personalities and events that shaped our world. -New content added weekly. -No advertising or other interruptions ever. -Cast MagellanTV programs from your iOS device to a Roku, FireTV, Chromecast, or Smart TV. Please Note: -All subscriptions automatically renew at the end of your selected plan period, unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of your plan period. -Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of your current plan period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. -If you paid for your subscription through In-App Purchases, go to your App Store Account to cancel the service, change the plan period, or turn off auto-renew. -If you cancel your subscription, you can continue to enjoy all MagellanTV programs and features right up to the end of your plan period. -By downloading the MagellanTV app, you agree to its Terms & Conditions (https://www.magellantv.com/terms_conditions) and its Privacy Policy (https://www.magellantv.com/privacy_policy).

Screenshots

Classix4 screens
MagellanTV Documentaries4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Classix at 5 against MagellanTV Documentaries's 3. On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. Classix sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and MagellanTV Documentaries sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Classix against 4.6 for MagellanTV Documentaries. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4K and 3.9K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 29% of Classix's written reviews are positive against 37% of MagellanTV Documentaries's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Classix versus MagellanTV Documentaries: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterClassixMagellanTV Documentaries
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (4K ratings)4.6 (3.9K ratings) — better
Positive reviews29.4% of reviews36.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4K — better3.9K
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — betteriPhone, iPad, Apple TV
Requires iOS18.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size82 MB67 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperClassix Media Inc.MagellanTV LLC

Customer experience

Classix

All ratings3,983 ratings
Positive86.7%
Neutral4.9%
Negative8.4%
Written reviews330 reviews
Positive29.4%
Neutral9.7%
Negative60.9%

MagellanTV Documentaries

All ratings3,883 ratings
Positive91.1%
Neutral4.4%
Negative4.5%
Written reviews195 reviews
Positive36.9%
Neutral16.9%
Negative46.2%

User reviews

Classix

From 4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great selection of classic movies and TV shows
  • 👍 Lifetime subscription is good value
  • 🚀 Lots of content available
  • 👍 Brings back nostalgic memories

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and app not working
  • 🔍 Poor video and audio quality
  • 🔍 Incomplete movies/shows, missing content
  • 🔍 Buggy app with many issues
  • 💰 Paid subscription not worth it

MagellanTV Documentaries

From 3.9K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great content and selection
  • 💡 Diverse range of documentaries
  • 🚀 Excellent customer service
  • 🤩 Impressive content quality

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Buggy app with frequent crashes
  • 🔍 Difficult to navigate and search
  • 🔌 Inconsistent streaming performance
  • 🤯 Frustrating login and account issues
  • 🤔 Lack of basic features (e.g. continue watching, auto-play)

Bugs and requests

Classix

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App crashes on launch
  • Videos won't load or play
  • Account and subscription issues
  • Playback controls not working
  • Syncing issues across devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add closed captions/subtitles
  • Improve video and audio quality
  • Fix bugs and crashes
  • Expand content library
  • Allow resume playback from where left off

MagellanTV Documentaries

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App crashes frequently
  • Videos freeze or have audio-only playback
  • Login issues and inability to access account
  • Inconsistent performance across devices
  • Download failures and unreliable offline viewing

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add skip forward/backward buttons
  • Implement picture-in-picture mode
  • Improve offline viewing and downloads
  • Provide better content organization and search
  • Add user profile and watch history features

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Classix

Subscriptions2
  • Classix+ – Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Classix+ – Annual$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Classix+$49.99
  • Classix+ – Lifetime$49.99
4 purchases

MagellanTV Documentaries

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly Membership1 Month trial$5.991 Month
  • Monthly Membership7 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Quarterly Membership14 Days trial$17.993 Months
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  • Annual Membership1 Year trial$59.991 Year

Questions

Is Classix free?
Classix is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MagellanTV Documentaries free?
MagellanTV Documentaries is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Classix or MagellanTV Documentaries?
MagellanTV Documentaries is rated higher. Classix averages 4.5 out of 5 from 4K ratings, while MagellanTV Documentaries averages 4.6 from 3.9K ratings.
Do Classix or MagellanTV Documentaries have ads?
Neither Classix nor MagellanTV Documentaries shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Classix or MagellanTV Documentaries?
Classix ships an update every 3 weeks, and MagellanTV Documentaries every 3 weeks. Most recently, Classix was updated on November 2, 2026 and MagellanTV Documentaries on November 3, 2026.

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