Optimum TV vs Makemyzen
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
Makemyzen
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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/
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Verdict
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
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.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Optimum TV | Makemyzen |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (26K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 23.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 26K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 37 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Altice 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
Optimum TV
No in-app purchases
Makemyzen
- Essential Monthly1 Month trial$4.991 Month
- Personalized_Bi_yearly3 Months trial$19.996 Months
- Essential Yearly1 Month trial$49.991 Year









