Nortex TV vs PRTV NOW
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Nortex TV
Stream live and local television channels, access cloud DVR recordings, and catch up on missed shows with Replay TV. This platform offers personalized profiles and recommendations for a tailored viewing experience. Available exclusively for Nortex Internet subscribers.
- Live and local channel streaming
- 72-hour Replay TV
- 100-hour Cloud DVR
- Personalized user profiles
- Content recommendations
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"Stream Live and Local Nortex TV, access Cloud DVR or catch up with Replay TV. Nortex TV is a streaming TV platform exclusive to Nortex Internet subscribers allowing access to your existing Nortex TV service based on your subscribed TV lineup on any compatible viewing device! Features include: -Live and Local: Stay informed of local events and binge shows from your favorite national broadcasts -Replay TV: Never miss your favorite show because we store the last 72 hours in the cloud for instant access -Cloud DVR: Enjoy 100 hours of DVR without the set top box- record favorite programming in the cloud to access them from any internet connected device -Profiles and Recommendations: Nortex TV learns your preferences and suggests new entertainment similar to your favorites. Customize profiles so everyone in the home get a personalized viewing experience. For more information or to see if Nortex TV is available, visit https://www.nortex.com/tv "
PRTV NOW
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PRTV Now gives you more ways to watch your favorite TV shows and programming because you can now use your favorite streaming device for easy and convenient viewing options. Access your favorite live, recorded and on-demand shows, movies, and sports by downloading the PRTV Now app. Cut the cord and experience the live TV you want without all the bulky cords and set top boxes of traditional cable TV service.
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Verdict
Nortex TV and PRTV NOW 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.
Nortex TV ships an update every 4 months, PRTV NOW every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on June 4, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Nortex TV | PRTV NOW |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.8 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 39 MB | 38 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | TiVo Platform Technologies LLC | Otter Tail Telcom, LLC |
In-app purchases
Nortex TV
No in-app purchases
PRTV NOW
No in-app purchases
