# The NTMS vs Chobi

The clearest difference is rating: The NTMS at 5.0 against Chobi's 4.0. The NTMS also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 13). Chobi's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 22 months) and ratings volume (19 vs 2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Chobi sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per month. The NTMS asks for nothing beyond the download.

The NTMS holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Chobi has 19 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

The NTMS ships an update every 22 months, Chobi every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and June 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | The NTMS | Chobi |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-ntms/id1406554314/reviews)** | [4.0 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chobi/id6460860689/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **19** |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 22 months | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 28 MB | 277 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Nu Media Tech LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/958350284) | [CASHGATE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY L.L.C](https://appshunter.io/developer/1675489539) |

## What reviewers say

### The NTMS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-ntms/id1406554314)

Tune into a 24-hour online radio station and connect with a vibrant community. Access content even offline and discover a dedicated space for soap enthusiasts.

**Highlights:** 24-hour online radio station, Offline content access, Community directory, Soap-making content, Social media integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Chobi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chobi/id6460860689)

This app allows users to stream live content, share videos, and interact with a global community. Users can send virtual gifts to creators and earn/spend virtual currency within the app. It's designed for both content creators and viewers looking to connect and entertain.

**Highlights:** Live broadcasting, Video uploads, Virtual gifting system, Real-time chat, Earn and spend virtual currency, Community engagement

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $24.99 | per month |
| Gems_Mini | $0.29 | one-time |
| Bronze Package | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gems_Bronze | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gems_Silver | $2.99 | one-time |
| Gems_Gold | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gems_Platinum | $7.99 | one-time |
| Gems_Diamond | $9.99 | one-time |
| Diamond_Package | $12.99 | one-time |
| Gems_Small | $22.99 | one-time |
| Gold Package | $22.99 | one-time |
| Gems_Big | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is The NTMS free?

The NTMS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Chobi free?

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

### Which has better reviews, The NTMS or Chobi?

The NTMS is rated higher. The NTMS averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Chobi averages 4.0 from 19 ratings.

### Do The NTMS or Chobi have ads?

Neither The NTMS nor Chobi shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, The NTMS or Chobi?

The NTMS ships an update every 22 months, and Chobi every 9 days. Most recently, The NTMS was updated on September 14, 2026 and Chobi on June 4, 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.*