# NFHS Network vs Dolphin TV

The clearest difference is rating: NFHS Network at 4.3 against Dolphin TV's 1.0. NFHS Network also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 9 months) and ratings volume (22K vs 1). Dolphin TV's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NFHS Network sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $13.99 per month. Dolphin TV asks for nothing beyond the download.

NFHS Network holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NFHS Network has 22K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

NFHS Network ships an update weekly, Dolphin TV every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | NFHS Network | Dolphin TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (22K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfhs-network/id1116186798/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dolphin-tv/id6752639659/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **22K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 6.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 9 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#56** | — |
| Size | 90 MB | 44 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [NFHS Network](https://appshunter.io/developer/692917410) | [GULF SHORES CITY SCHOOLS BOARD OF EDUCATION](https://appshunter.io/developer/1566593820) |

## What reviewers say

### NFHS Network

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfhs-network/id1116186798)

**Currently charting:** #56 Top Free · Sports, #68 Top Grossing · Sports (US App Store)

Stream live high school sports events from across the United States. Follow your favorite schools and receive notifications for upcoming games. Watch both regular season and postseason competitions in over 30 different sports.

**Highlights:** Stream live high school sports, Follow favorite high schools, Notifications for games, Watch regular season games, Watch playoff and championship games, Coverage of 30+ sports, Coverage of 44+ state associations

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Pass | $13.99 | per month |
| Annual Pass | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Good content
- 🚀 Able to watch games remotely

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent technical issues
- 🐛 Unreliable streaming
- 🐛 Poor camera work
- 🐛 Incorrect scoreboard and timing
- 🐛 Terrible customer service

**Reported bugs**

- Streams frequently cut off or freeze
- Incorrect game information displayed
- Inability to cancel subscriptions

**Requested features**

- Improve camera and video quality
- Provide better scoreboard and timing information
- Enhance customer support
- Offer more affordable pricing options


### Dolphin TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dolphin-tv/id6752639659)

This application provides access to content produced by a high school's AV communications program. It allows users to view media created by students, offering a glimpse into their creative projects and educational endeavors.

**Highlights:** Access student-produced content, View AV communications projects, Explore creative media, Educational program showcase

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NFHS Network free?

NFHS Network is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Dolphin TV free?

Dolphin TV is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, NFHS Network or Dolphin TV?

NFHS Network is rated higher. NFHS Network averages 4.3 out of 5 from 22K ratings, while Dolphin TV averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do NFHS Network or Dolphin TV have ads?

NFHS Network shows ads; Dolphin TV does not.

### Which is updated more often, NFHS Network or Dolphin TV?

NFHS Network ships an update weekly, and Dolphin TV every 9 months. Most recently, NFHS Network was updated on October 26, 2026 and Dolphin TV on October 6, 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.*