Prison Video vs UpTalkTV
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Prison Video
Connect with incarcerated loved ones through secure video calls. This service allows approved social contacts to participate in virtual visits, bridging the distance and fostering connections.
- Secure video calls
- Connect with loved ones in prison
- Approved social contacts
- Prison staff approval required
- Available at participating prisons
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From the same team as the award-winning Prison Voicemail service, Prison Video enables approved social contacts to take part in video calls with loved ones in prison. To use the service, it must be available at your contact's prison and you must be approved for video calls by the prison staff.
UpTalkTV
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UpTalkTV transforms how you experience television and streaming by combining live viewing with real-time connections. Whether you're watching major live events like the World Cup or just co-watching your favorite shows with friends, UpTalkTV brings people closer through shared experiences. Engage in public and private chats, share your thoughts, and enjoy every moment together—no matter where you are. From thrilling live broadcasts to binge-worthy series, UpTalkTV enhances the way you connect with others while watching TV and streaming content. With a user-friendly interface and seamless interaction, UpTalkTV makes every viewing experience more social, fun, and immersive. Dive into the world of co-watching and live chats today and make your screen time special.
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Verdict
Prison Video and UpTalkTV are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
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.
Prison Video ships an update every 3 weeks, UpTalkTV monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Prison Video | UpTalkTV |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (76 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 47.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 76 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 44 MB | 75 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | PHONEHUB IO LTD | UpTalkTV |
Bugs and requests
Prison Video
Reported bugs
17 issues- App crashes or exits immediately after opening
- Call connection issues
- No sound or video during calls
- Calls cut off unexpectedly
- App not working after updates
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- Error messages when trying to accept calls
- No option to join scheduled calls
- App not allowing submission of comments
- Prison selection dropdown not working
- Verification of children not processing
- Calls cancelled with little notice
- Dropped connections due to monitoring station restarts
- Cannot join calls as easily as previous services
- Lost minutes at the beginning of calls
- Accidental screenshots causing call cancellations
- No notification for scheduled calls
- App not loading or crashing on launch
Requested features
9 requests- Allow screenshots during calls
- Allow showing the sun or sky during calls
- Allow bringing other people into the call
- Improve customer service responsiveness
- Make the app available in more regions
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- Revert to Purple Visits service
- Allow longer call durations
- Allow smoking during calls
- More flexible booking times for those who work weekdays
UpTalkTV
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Prison Video
No in-app purchases
UpTalkTV
No in-app purchases
