# MangoTV vs iTalkBB TV

The clearest difference is review sentiment: iTalkBB TV at 81% against MangoTV's 13%. iTalkBB TV also leads on rating (4.5 vs 2.0). MangoTV's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MangoTV sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and iTalkBB TV sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

iTalkBB TV holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 731 and 731 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of MangoTV's written reviews are positive against 81% of iTalkBB TV's.

MangoTV ships an update monthly, iTalkBB TV every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | MangoTV | iTalkBB TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (731 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mangotv/id1295034410/reviews) | **[4.5 (731 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/italkbb-tv/id1463739440/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 731 | 731 |
| Positive reviews | 12.7% of reviews | **80.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 156 MB | 86 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [快乐阳光(香港)](https://appshunter.io/developer/1295034409) | [iTalk Global Communications, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/400404637) |

## What reviewers say

### MangoTV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mangotv/id1295034410)

Stream exclusive Chinese dramas, variety shows, and reality programs. Enjoy HD streaming, multilingual subtitles, and AI dubbing. Connect with idols through fan events and live chats.

**Highlights:** Exclusive Chinese dramas and variety shows, HD streaming with FHD & HDR options, Multilingual interface, Multilingual subtitles and AI dubbing, Fan events, voting, and live chats, Short dramas for quick viewing

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Monthly subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Monthly subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Monthly subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Monthly subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| SVIP monthly subscription | $5.49 | per month |
| Separate purchase | $3.99 | one-time |
| monthly | $3.99 | one-time |
| annual | $11.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app content
- 🎥 Variety of shows and dramas
- 👍 Convenient to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and crashes frequently
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find content
- ⏱️ Slow loading and streaming
- 📺 No iPad version or full-screen support
- 🌐 Region restrictions and login issues

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to login or access VIP content
- Subtitles fail to load or disappear quickly
- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Casting and mirroring not working properly

**Requested features**

- Add English subtitles for all content
- Improve subtitle timing and sync
- Develop iPad and TV-friendly versions
- Allow casting/mirroring to external displays
- Streamline login and subscription process


### iTalkBB TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/italkbb-tv/id1463739440)

Stream popular Chinese dramas, movies, variety shows, and live TV channels with high-definition quality. Enjoy exclusive original content, free short dramas, and interactive features. Available in the US and Canada.

**Highlights:** Free vertical short dramas, Popular Chinese dramas & movies, 1080P HD streaming, Live TV channels with 7-day replay, Original news and lifestyle content, Multi-device viewing and screen casting, Interactive comment community

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| iTalkBB TV VIP连续包月 | $5.99 | per month |
| iTalkBB TV VIP会员 连续包月 | $5.99 | per month |
| iTalkBB TV VIP连续包月 | $5.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and smooth streaming
- 🔒 No ads or in-app purchases
- 👍 Wide variety of content
- 👍 Frequent updates with new shows
- 👍 Easy to use interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional network errors and crashes
- 🌐 Limited support for non-Chinese languages
- 🔌 Concerns about high data usage
- ⏱️ Slow updates for some popular shows

**Reported bugs**

- Playback issues on iOS 18
- Login problems for some users
- Inconsistent video quality on certain devices

**Requested features**

- Add English subtitles or dubbing options
- Implement a resume playback feature
- Introduce a sleep timer or auto-off function
- Develop native apps for smart TVs and streaming devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MangoTV free?

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

### Is iTalkBB TV free?

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

### Which has better reviews, MangoTV or iTalkBB TV?

iTalkBB TV is rated higher. MangoTV averages 2.0 out of 5 from 731 ratings, while iTalkBB TV averages 4.5 from 731 ratings.

### Do MangoTV or iTalkBB TV have ads?

iTalkBB TV shows ads; MangoTV does not.

### Which is updated more often, MangoTV or iTalkBB TV?

MangoTV ships an update monthly, and iTalkBB TV every 2 months. Most recently, MangoTV was updated on November 6, 2026 and iTalkBB TV on November 6, 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.*