Comparison

Optimum TV vs Makemyzen

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Optimum TV

Stream live television, On Demand content, and Cloud DVR recordings from anywhere within your home. Enjoy your favorite shows and networks on the go with internet access. The app allows you to manage recordings and even restart select programs.

Highlights
  • Stream Live TV
  • Watch On Demand content
  • Access Cloud DVR recordings
  • Watch TV to GO on the go
  • Resume watching on TV
  • Restart select shows
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All your shows in one place. Stream Live TV or catch up on your Cloud DVR recordings from anywhere within your home. Plus, you can watch TV on the go with some of your favorite shows and networks available, anytime, anywhere there is an internet connection with the Optimum TV App. Features Watch: • Watch Live TV for your entire channel lineup, On Demand programming and your Cloud DVR recordings from anywhere in your home • Rent and watch On Demand movies directly from the Optimum TV App • With the TV to GO feature, watch programs from top networks anytime, anywhere • Start watching a recording on your device and resume watching the same program on your TV • Use Restart to start select shows from the very beginning, even if you tune in late * Record: • Schedule Cloud DVR Recordings • View Scheduled and Recorded Lists • Manage Scheduled and Recorded programs Requirements: • Available content and features are based on your current programming package and premium service. Not all content is available to stream at this time. • An Optimum ID and Password • A WiFi connection • Visit optimum.net/app for more information *Feature not available in all areas. Privacy Policy : https://www.optimum.com/terms-of-service/privacy/Customer-Privacy/optimum-customer-privacy-policy Terms of Service: https://www.optimum.com/terms-of-service/optimum-tv-app

About

Makemyzen

Features
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MakeMyZen offers a space to explore guided meditations, personalized sessions, and daily blessings. Choose from single meditations or series designed for different experiences. Whether you prefer structured meditation journeys or standalone sessions, MakeMyZen provides a variety of options to explore at your own pace. Download MakeMyZen and begin your journey today. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Optimum TV4 screens
Makemyzen4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Optimum TV at none against Makemyzen's 3. On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Makemyzen sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Optimum TV asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Optimum TV versus Makemyzen: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOptimum TVMakemyzen
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (26K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews23.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings26K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB27 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperAltice USA, Inc.Global Softek

Bugs and requests

Optimum TV

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Guide not loading properly when scrolling to future programs
  • Inability to log in or change password through the app
  • Inconsistent behavior when switching between apps or devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Picture-in-picture support on mobile devices
  • Ability to continue watching across app switches
  • Improved channel guide navigation and search
  • More device compatibility

Makemyzen

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Optimum TV

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Makemyzen

Subscriptions3
  • Essential Monthly1 Month trial$4.991 Month
  • Personalized_Bi_yearly3 Months trial$19.996 Months
  • Essential Yearly1 Month trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Optimum TV free?
Optimum TV is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Makemyzen free?
Makemyzen is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Optimum TV or Makemyzen have ads?
Neither Optimum TV nor Makemyzen shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Optimum TV or Makemyzen?
Optimum TV ships an update every 3 months, and Makemyzen every 3 months. Most recently, Optimum TV was updated on November 7, 2026 and Makemyzen on October 31, 2026.

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