DTV Netstream vs MCTV Stream
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DTV Netstream
Transform your mobile devices into a personal television. Stream live digital TV channels directly to your iPad or iPhone using a compatible network tuner. Pause, record, and access program guides for a seamless viewing experience anywhere in your home.
- Watch, pause, and timeshift live TV
- Record shows directly on device
- Transfer recordings to Mac/PC
- 7-day program guide with sharing
- Teletext support (iPad)
- HD channel streaming
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Turn your iPad and iPhone into a wireless television! Use this app with an DTV Netstream network tuner to receive live TV anywhere in your home. App Features • Watch, pause, and timeshift live digital television on your iPad or iPhone • Record your favorite shows directly on your iPad or iPhone - even when the DTV Netstream app is running in the background • Use iTunes to transfer recorded shows to your Mac or PC • Program guide for up to seven days with detailed show information and feature to share recommendations via email or Twitter • Teletext (iPad) About DTV Netstream Network Tuners • DTV Netstream makes TV simply part of your home network • Stream TV to any device on the local Wi-Fi network • Watch HD channels on your tablet and smartphone thanks to hardware transcoding Important Notes • The availability and amount of program data varies by broadcaster. • Performance may be limited by network bandwidth. We recommend an 802.11n network for wireless streaming. • Encrypted channels not supported on iPad, iPhone and iPod touch. System Requirements • iPad Air, iPad (iPad 2 or later), iPad mini, iPhone (iPhone 4S or later) or iPod touch (5th generation) • DTV Netstream 4Sat, DTV Netstream 4C, DTV Netstream Sat or DTV Netstream DTT (Firmware 1.1.3 or later)
MCTV Stream
Stream live TV content on your mobile device or smart TV without a set-top box. Enjoy a whole-home experience with features like simultaneous recording, cloud DVR, and the ability to replay or restart shows. Parental controls and high-definition streaming are also available.
- Whole-home experience
- Simultaneous recording
- Cloud DVR with 100 hours
- Replay/Restart TV functionality
- Parental controls
- High-definition streaming
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MCTV Stream is a streaming TV service available exclusively to MCTV cable TV and Internet customers. Watch TV how you want, anytime you want using your favorite mobile device or smart TV without the need for a set-top box. From sports to culture to entertainment, MCTV Stream has it all with our easy-to-use interface. It’s your TV on your time.* Amazing Features Include*: Whole-Home Experience – Enjoy whole-home options including stop and resume, simultaneously record up to 6 shows at once and playback to any device. Flexibility – Watch your favorite shows on multiple devices at the same time and stream on up to 5 devices. Cloud DVR – Cloud DVR with up to 100 hours of recording. Replay/Restart TV – No matter how much you enjoy TV, catching every game or show is pretty demanding. MCTV Stream has got you covered. On many channels you can restart a currently airing show back to the very beginning or you can go back 72 hours and replay a program so you never miss a moment. Parental Controls – Protect those you love the most by locking shows by rating or specific channels or shows. High-Definition – Enjoy local favorites, including live local news, along with shows from top networks without the extra equipment. *Restrictions may apply.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: DTV Netstream at 10.0 against MCTV Stream's 16.0. On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | DTV Netstream | MCTV Stream |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 2.1 (18 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 18 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 60 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | SHENZHEN GENIATECH INC.,LTD | Espial Group Inc. |
Customer experience
DTV Netstream
MCTV Stream
In-app purchases
DTV Netstream
No in-app purchases
MCTV Stream
No in-app purchases








