# MELT On Demand vs Essentrics TV

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Essentrics TV at 96% against MELT On Demand's 37%. Essentrics TV also leads on rating (4.9 vs 2.5) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 96). MELT On Demand's advantage is device support (5 vs 3) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MELT On Demand sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and Essentrics TV sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Essentrics TV holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Essentrics TV has 1.1K ratings behind it against 96, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 37% of MELT On Demand's written reviews are positive against 96% of Essentrics TV's.

MELT On Demand ships an update every 2 months, Essentrics TV every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MELT On Demand | Essentrics TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.5 (96 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/melt-on-demand/id1276024638/reviews) | **[4.9 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/essentrics-tv/id1478161321/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 96 | **1.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 37.3% of reviews | **95.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | Subscription |
| Size | 142 MB | 119 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MELT Method](https://appshunter.io/developer/1276024637) | [6228755 Canada Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1478161320) |

## What reviewers say

### MELT On Demand

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/melt-on-demand/id1276024638)

Access hundreds of self-care videos designed to enhance mobility, stability, and performance. Clinically proven to reduce chronic pain and restore wellbeing, this app offers guided treatments for various needs like joint pain, stress, and sleep. New videos are added weekly to support an active lifestyle.

**Highlights:** Hundreds of streaming self-care videos, Targeted treatments for pain and stress, Beginner to advanced skill levels, Customizable programs and collections, Weekly new video additions, HealthKit integration for heart rate tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MELT On Demand Subscription | $14.99 | per month |
| Virtual | $14.99 | per month |
| (In App) Monthly | $24.99 | per month |
| (In App) Annual | $129.99 | per year |
| Melt On Demand Subscription | $149.99 | per year |
| Virtual | $149.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💪 Effective MELT Method content and exercises
- 🎯 Targeted body-specific workout options
- 📱 Accessible on multiple devices
- 🔍 Search functionality for finding videos
- 👥 Multiple instructors and variety of classes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔐 Redundant double login requirement every session
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and black screen issues
- 📺 Cannot cast to TV reliably
- 🔌 Poor video loading and playback issues
- ❌ No 'remember me' or persistent login option

**Reported bugs**

- Black screen on app launch
- Double login required every time app is opened
- App crashes and freezes during video playback
- Videos fail to load or load very slowly
- Audio plays but video does not display

**Requested features**

- 15-second rewind and 30-second fast-forward buttons
- Persistent login with 'remember me' option
- Landscape orientation support for tablets
- Video speed adjustment (slow down/speed up)
- Ability to save and organize favorites


### Essentrics TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/essentrics-tv/id1478161321)

Access over 400 dynamic stretching, toning, and pain-relief workouts designed to create a flexible, balanced, and pain-free body. Stream classes of various lengths, join live sessions, and participate in fitness challenges. New content is added regularly.

**Highlights:** 400+ dynamic stretching and toning workouts, Pain-relief exercises, Classes from 10-60 minutes, Weekly live classes, Health challenges and fitness programs, Exclusive member content, New content added regularly

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Essentrics TV Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Essentrics TV Yearly | $189.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Life changing & pain reducing
- 🚀 Aging with strength & flexibility
- 🚀 Keeps me active
- 🚀 Excellent workout
- 🚀 Wonderful stretching workout

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Backgrounds matter
- 🐛 Hassle to manage account
- 🐛 Unreliable video access
- 🐛 Poorly organized app

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices
- Automatic renewal issues

**Requested features**

- Ability to track completed workouts
- More 60-minute advanced workouts
- Ability to save and organize favorite workouts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MELT On Demand free?

MELT On Demand is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Essentrics TV free?

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

### Which has better reviews, MELT On Demand or Essentrics TV?

Essentrics TV is rated higher. MELT On Demand averages 2.5 out of 5 from 96 ratings, while Essentrics TV averages 4.9 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do MELT On Demand or Essentrics TV have ads?

Neither MELT On Demand nor Essentrics TV shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MELT On Demand or Essentrics TV?

MELT On Demand ships an update every 2 months, and Essentrics TV every 3 months. Most recently, MELT On Demand was updated on November 3, 2026 and Essentrics TV on November 11, 2026.

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