# GazeboTV vs Canon+

The clearest difference is monetization model: GazeboTV at free with in-app purchases against Canon+'s subscription. GazeboTV also leads on ads (none vs shown). Canon+'s advantage is review sentiment (84% vs 68%) and rating (4.9 vs 4.7). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GazeboTV sells 12 one-off in-app purchases and Canon+ sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Canon+ holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 933 and 3.1K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of GazeboTV's written reviews are positive against 84% of Canon+'s.

GazeboTV ships an update every 2 months, Canon+ every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GazeboTV | Canon+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (933 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gazebotv/id1235531233/reviews) | **[4.9 (3.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/canon-plus/id1538652829/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 933 | **3.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 68.4% of reviews | **84.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 68 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sullivan Entertainment](https://appshunter.io/developer/1235531232) | [Canon Press](https://appshunter.io/developer/1538652831) |

## What reviewers say

### GazeboTV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gazebotv/id1235531233)

Stream classic period dramas and family-friendly series. Access your library, rent, or purchase beloved titles like Anne of Green Gables and Road to Avonlea. Enjoy timeless entertainment for all ages.

**Highlights:** Classic period dramas, Family-friendly series, Anne of Green Gables, Road to Avonlea, Rent or purchase content, Access your library

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GazeboTV $2.99 | $2.99 | one-time |
| GazeboTV $3.99 | $3.99 | one-time |
| GazeboTV $5.99 | $5.99 | one-time |
| GazeboTV $7.99 | $7.99 | one-time |
| GazeboTV $11.99 | $11.99 | one-time |
| GazeboTV $12.99 | $12.99 | one-time |
| GazeboTV $13.99 | $13.99 | one-time |
| GazeboTV $19.99 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Anne of Green Gables Trilogy | $29.99 | one-time |
| GazeboTV $29.99 | $29.99 | one-time |
| GazeboTV $39.99 | $39.99 | one-time |
| GazeboTV $129.99 | $129.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ❤️ Wonderful classic shows
- 👍 Easy to use app
- 🎥 High-quality content
- 💻 Convenient digital access
- 🏠 Family-friendly entertainment

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive rental/purchase prices
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate episodes
- 🔁 Lack of resume/continue watching feature
- 🔑 Frequent log-in requirements
- 🐛 Technical issues with app

**Reported bugs**

- Purchases not showing up in account
- Rental access disappearing after short time
- Streaming/downloading issues causing loss of progress

**Requested features**

- Smart TV app integration
- Subscription option instead of pay-per-view
- Better episode organization and navigation
- Resume playback functionality


### Canon+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/canon-plus/id1538652829)

Access a vast library of Reformed Christian audio and video content, including sermons, audiobooks, documentaries, and exclusive series. Enjoy unlimited streaming, an ad-free experience, and early access to new releases. Engage with authors and receive special discounts.

**Highlights:** Unlimited audio and video streaming, Ad-free premium experience, Full catalog access, First access to new releases, Exclusive author interactions, Discounts on physical products

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $119.99 | per year |
| Canon Feed 342 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Canon Feed 343 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Canon Feed 344 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Canon Feed 345 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Canon Feed 346 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Canon Feed 347 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Canon Feed 348 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Canon Feed 349 | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent content
- 🚀 Lots of content
- 🚀 Great value for money
- 👍 Helpful for Christian growth
- 👍 Trusted source of content

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App issues (bugs, crashes, usability)
- 🐛 Difficulty navigating/finding content
- 🐛 Inconsistent progress tracking in audiobooks
- 🐛 Lack of offline/download functionality
- 🐛 Frequent sign-outs

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes
- Loses progress in audiobooks
- Difficulty navigating content
- Inconsistent sign-in/sign-out behavior

**Requested features**

- Add sleep timer for audiobooks
- Improve bookmarking/progress tracking
- Implement family/profile sharing
- Add more playback speed options
- Improve TV/casting capabilities


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GazeboTV free?

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

### Is Canon+ free?

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

### Which has better reviews, GazeboTV or Canon+?

Canon+ is rated higher. GazeboTV averages 4.7 out of 5 from 933 ratings, while Canon+ averages 4.9 from 3.1K ratings.

### Do GazeboTV or Canon+ have ads?

Canon+ shows ads; GazeboTV does not.

### Which is updated more often, GazeboTV or Canon+?

GazeboTV ships an update every 2 months, and Canon+ every 3 months. Most recently, GazeboTV was updated on September 22, 2026 and Canon+ on September 23, 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.*