# iLive vs KICK

The clearest difference is rating: KICK at 4.7 against iLive's 4.2. KICK also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 weeks) and ratings volume (149K vs 2.5K). iLive's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iLive sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and KICK sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

KICK holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: KICK has 149K ratings behind it against 2.5K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 37% of iLive's written reviews are positive against 48% of KICK's.

iLive ships an update every 6 weeks, KICK every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iLive | KICK |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (2.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ilive-live-video-streaming/id1224739983/reviews) | **[4.7 (149K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kick-live-streaming/id6446202561/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2.5K | **149K** |
| Positive reviews | 37.0% of reviews | **47.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#10** |
| Size | 6 MB | 145 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Charlie Pryor](https://appshunter.io/developer/648314980) | [Kick Streaming](https://appshunter.io/developer/1661481865) |

## What reviewers say

### iLive

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ilive-live-video-streaming/id1224739983)

Easily broadcast HD video from your device or a GoPro to your preferred live streaming platform. Offers simple setup, bandwidth optimization, and real-time broadcasting statistics. Pro features unlock advanced settings for enhanced control over your streams.

**Highlights:** HD video streaming, GoPro integration, Custom RTMP server support, Bandwidth optimization, Broadcast statistics, Adjustable resolution and data usage

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Streaming Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Pro Streaming Features | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent video quality
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 👍 Reliable streaming

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer devices
- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🔧 Complicated setup
- 🔧 Lack of features

**Reported bugs**

- Camera orientation issues
- Settings menu not functioning properly
- Streaming URL not saving
- Incompatibility with iPhone 12 Pro Max

**Requested features**

- Integration with YouTube Shorts
- More customization options
- Better support for GoPro cameras
- Improved chat/comment display


### KICK

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kick-live-streaming/id6446202561)

**Currently charting:** #10 Top Free · Photo & Video, #25 Top Grossing · Photo & Video (US App Store)

This platform connects viewers with live streamers across various categories, including gaming and IRL content. Creators benefit from a favorable revenue split and the freedom to multistream. Viewers can engage with internet culture in real-time.

**Highlights:** Live streaming platform, Creator-focused revenue split, Multistreaming capability, Real-time community engagement, Ad-free viewing experience, Gaming and IRL content

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sub T1 adinross | $6.49 | per month |
| Sub T1 westcol | $6.49 | per month |
| Tier 1 access for bluesclues124 | $6.49 | per month |
| Gifted subscription Tier 1 | $6.49 | one-time |
| 500 KICKs | $7.99 | one-time |
| 1000 KICKs | $15.49 | one-time |
| Gifted subscription x5 Tier 1 | $32.49 | one-time |
| 2500 KICKs | $37.99 | one-time |
| Gifted subscription x10 Tier 1 | $64.90 | one-time |
| Gifted subscription x25 Tier 1 | $162.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth and responsive app
- 🔒 No censorship
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Better revenue split for creators
- 👍 Potential to rival Twitch

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔒 Inconsistent moderation
- 👎 Forced portrait mode on iPad
- 👎 Inability to follow/subscribe in-app

**Reported bugs**

- Login and sign-up issues
- Unresponsive follow/subscribe buttons
- Cropped video player in landscape mode
- Disappearing chat messages
- Inconsistent stream quality and performance

**Requested features**

- Picture-in-picture mode
- Ability to view past chat logs
- Customizable notification settings
- Chromecast and AirPlay support
- Landscape mode support on iPad


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iLive free?

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

### Is KICK free?

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

### Which has better reviews, iLive or KICK?

KICK is rated higher. iLive averages 4.2 out of 5 from 2.5K ratings, while KICK averages 4.7 from 149K ratings.

### Do iLive or KICK have ads?

Neither iLive nor KICK shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iLive or KICK?

iLive ships an update every 6 weeks, and KICK every 3 days. Most recently, iLive was updated on November 11, 2026 and KICK on November 12, 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.*