# Science Channel GO vs A+E Networks

The clearest difference is rating: Science Channel GO at 4.7 against A+E Networks's 3.0. Science Channel GO also leads on ratings volume (5.2K vs 1) and device support (4 vs 1). A+E Networks's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). On price, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Science Channel GO holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Science Channel GO has 5.2K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Science Channel GO ships an update monthly, A+E Networks fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Science Channel GO | A+E Networks |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (5.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/science-channel-go/id1111281685/reviews)** | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-plus-e-networks/id1364536298/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5.2K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 45.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 95 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Discovery Communications](https://appshunter.io/developer/325058494) | [A+E Global Media](https://appshunter.io/developer/366448555) |

## What reviewers say

### Science Channel GO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/science-channel-go/id1111281685)

Stream your favorite Science Channel shows and access content from up to 14 additional networks, including Discovery and TLC. Watch new episodes the same day they premiere on TV and enjoy thousands of on-demand episodes. Requires a pay TV subscription to access.

**Highlights:** Stream live TV from multiple networks, Access thousands of on-demand episodes, New episodes available same day as TV premiere, Browse by genre, Continue watching across devices, Save shows with My List

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Free content
- 📺 Wide range of shows
- 💻 Accessible on multiple devices
- 👍 Useful app overall

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Requires TV provider login
- 📺 Too many commercials
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 🔌 Continuous playback drains battery
- 🔒 Unreliable TV provider authentication

**Reported bugs**

- Playback issues on Apple TV
- Inability to resume from last watched position
- Inconsistent TV provider sign-in

**Requested features**

- Ad-free premium version
- Standalone streaming service option
- Improved Chromecast/AirPlay support
- Better content availability across seasons/episodes


### A+E Networks

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-plus-e-networks/id1364536298)

This platform helps content distributors streamline their screening, engagement, and connection processes with buyers. It offers a flexible solution for managing content and fostering business relationships.

**Highlights:** Content screening tools, Buyer engagement features, Connection management, Flexible platform, Distributor focused

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Science Channel GO free?

Science Channel GO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is A+E Networks free?

A+E Networks is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Science Channel GO or A+E Networks?

Science Channel GO is rated higher. Science Channel GO averages 4.7 out of 5 from 5.2K ratings, while A+E Networks averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Science Channel GO or A+E Networks have ads?

Science Channel GO shows ads; A+E Networks does not.

### Which is updated more often, Science Channel GO or A+E Networks?

Science Channel GO ships an update monthly, and A+E Networks fortnightly. Most recently, Science Channel GO was updated on October 21, 2026 and A+E Networks on September 28, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*