NCHC.tv vs Midwest Sled Connection
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NCHC.tv
Stream live NCAA Division I men's ice hockey games and on-demand video content from all eight member schools. Stay updated with conference standings, social feeds, and feature stories to remain connected to college hockey.
- Live game streaming
- On-demand video content
- Conference standings
- Social feeds
- Feature stories
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NCHC.tv is the official digital video network of the National Collegiate Hockey Conference, a NCAA Division I men's ice hockey conference. The app is a must have for any college hockey fan who wants to stay connected to the NCHC. It allows fans to watch exclusive live games (subscription required) and many more hours of video on-demand content from all eight member schools. Other great features like conference standings, social feeds, and feature stories are encompassed within the app. Stay connected with the best in college hockey through NCHC.tv. Please read the terms of use for subscriptions: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Midwest Sled Connection
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Midwest Sled Connection helps snowmobilers understand trail conditions across the Midwest by bringing together updates shared by snowmobile clubs and other public sources. Trail conditions can change quickly due to weather, grooming schedules, and local factors. MSC provides a centralized way to view trail updates, regional context, and snow-related information so riders can make informed decisions about where and when to ride. Features include: • Trail condition updates from snowmobile clubs and other reporters • Regional views to compare conditions across areas • Snowfall and weather forecasts • A public snowmobile club directory • User submitted trail reports • Favorite clubs for quick access • Optional notifications for important updates MSC is designed to complement local trail authorities, not replace them. All information is provided for general awareness, and riders should always verify conditions locally before riding. Midwest Sled Connection is independently developed and based in Minnesota.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: NCHC.tv at none against Midwest Sled Connection's shown. NCHC.tv also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). On price and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. NCHC.tv sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $34.99 per month and Midwest Sled Connection sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | NCHC.tv | Midwest Sled Connection |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.7 (106 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 7.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 106 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Subscription | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 74 MB | 43 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | National Collegiate Hockey Conference | Midwest Sled Connection |
Bugs and requests
NCHC.tv
Reported bugs
45 issues- App crashes frequently
- Live games delayed significantly
- Video feed is laggy or frozen
- App does not load or open
- Casting to TVs is unreliable or not working
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- No HD streaming available
- Cannot rewind or fast-forward live games
- No dedicated app for Samsung TVs
- Login and account issues reported
- Customer service is unresponsive or unhelpful
- Streaming is inconsistent and cuts out
- Occasional audio problems
- Excessive and duplicate notifications
- Difficulty cancelling subscriptions
- Scores are not hidden when requested
- App starts games in the middle
- Feed is often bad and video quality poor
- App shows a white blank screen
- Apple TV app is awful
- Chromecast integration is problematic
- App won't stream from iPad to TV
- App plays wrong sport (basketball instead of hockey)
- App won't open on iPad Air after update
- App shows incorrect date
- Spinning wheel on startup
- Cannot log in, 'all fields required' error
- Browser issues (only works in Chrome, cuts out)
- Can't get app on Samsung TV
- Firestick stopped working
- Airplay not working for this app
- No audio for extended periods
- Previous version broke app on iOS 14
- Games cut out to black screen
- App doesn't work on iPad
- Media player is horrible
- Errors on multiple browsers/OS
- App doesn't work on Apple TV
- White screen, requires iPad reboot
- Doesn't work
- Feed loses connection, requires reconnect
- Cannot start from the beginning of a game
- Final score graphic cannot be turned off
- Error Code pop-ups when casting
- Constant feed interruptions and reloads
- App issues since Sidearm sports took over
Requested features
6 requests- Add live activities feature
- Better camera angles for goals/penalties
- Improved calendar/schedule layout
- Include player interviews/pressers
- Replace AI morning skate with human host
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- HD streaming option
Midwest Sled Connection
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
NCHC.tv
- Subscription$34.991 Month
Midwest Sled Connection
- Season Pass 2025–2026$19.99
Questions
Is NCHC.tv free?
Is Midwest Sled Connection free?
Do NCHC.tv or Midwest Sled Connection have ads?
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