# LB24 vs Platform8

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LB24 at none against Platform8's 12. LB24 also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (8.1 vs 13.0). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Platform8 sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. LB24 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LB24 | Platform8 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[2.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/platform8/id1565776465/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **3** |
| Positive reviews | — | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Size | 24 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.1** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Sign Soft Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1217721221) | [CHANNEL EIGHT VIRTUAL ESTUDIOS LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1562086870) |

## What reviewers say

### LB24

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lb24/id1287533200)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Platform8

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/platform8/id1565776465)

Stream a wide variety of Bengali movies, original TV shows, short films, and musical programs. This on-demand video platform offers classic films, exclusive short films, and popular TV series with smart navigation and offline viewing options.

**Highlights:** Bengali movies, Original TV shows, Short films, Musical programmes, Offline viewing, Watchlist creation, Multi-screen usage

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Pack | $0.49 | per month |
| Premium Pack | $0.99 | per month |
| Premium Pack | $1.99 | per 6 months |
| Premium Pack | $3.49 | per year |
| Premium Pack | $3.99 | per 6 months |
| Premium Pack | $4.99 | per year |
| Premium Pack | $6.99 | per year |
| Premium Pack | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Pack | $49.99 | per year |
| Premium Pack ROW Monthly | $7.99 | one-time |
| Premium Pack ROW Yearly | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LB24 free?

LB24 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Platform8 free?

Platform8 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do LB24 or Platform8 have ads?

Platform8 shows ads; LB24 does not.

### Which is updated more often, LB24 or Platform8?

LB24 ships an update every 6 weeks, and Platform8 every 6 weeks. Most recently, LB24 was updated on September 18, 2026 and Platform8 on September 7, 2026.

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