# CHL vs Stadium FX

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Stadium FX at 58% against CHL's 6%. Stadium FX also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 41). CHL's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 15 months). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CHL sells 39 one-off in-app purchases. Stadium FX asks for nothing beyond the download.

Stadium FX holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stadium FX has 1.6K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 6% of CHL's written reviews are positive against 58% of Stadium FX's.

CHL ships an update every 3 months, Stadium FX every 15 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | CHL | Stadium FX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chl-official-app/id1479076116/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stadium-fx/id6445855959/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **1.6K** |
| Positive reviews | 6.0% of reviews | **57.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 months** | Every 15 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 91 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Canadian Hockey League](https://appshunter.io/developer/1479076115) | [CUE Audio, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1275680433) |

## What reviewers say

### CHL

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chl-official-app/id1479076116)

Stay connected with all three major junior hockey leagues. Get live scores, game highlights, team stats, breaking news, and personalized alerts for your favorite teams. You can also purchase team merchandise directly through the app.

**Highlights:** Live scores and highlights, Team stats and standings, Breaking news and alerts, Personalized team updates, Merchandise purchasing, Official league event coverage

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (39)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2023-24 WHL Daily Pass | $6.99 | one-time |
| 2023-24 OHL Daily Pass | $6.99 | one-time |
| 2023-24 QMJHL Daily Pass | $6.99 | one-time |
| OHL Daily Playoff Pass | $6.99 | one-time |
| WHL Daily Playoff Pass | $6.99 | one-time |
| QMJHL Playoff Daily Pass | $6.99 | one-time |
| Accès d’une journée LHJMQ 2025 | $6.99 | one-time |
| 2025 OHL Playoff Day Pass | $6.99 | one-time |
| 2024-25 WHL Day Pass | $6.99 | one-time |
| 2024-25 QMJHL Day Pass | $6.99 | one-time |
| 2024-25 OHL Day Pass | $6.99 | one-time |
| 2024-25 CHL Day Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| OHL Round 2 Playoff Pass | $14.99 | one-time |
| WHL Round 2 Playoff Pass | $14.99 | one-time |
| 2025 OHL Round 3 Playoff Pass | $14.99 | one-time |
| LHJMQ Ronde 3 | $14.99 | one-time |
| LHJMQ Ronde 2 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 2025 OHL Round 2 Playoff Pass | $14.99 | one-time |
| QMJHL Round 1 Playoff Pass | $14.99 | one-time |
| 2025 OHL Round 1 Playoff Pass | $14.99 | one-time |
| 2023-24 OHL Monthly Pass | $22.99 | one-time |
| 2023-24 WHL Monthly Pass | $22.99 | one-time |
| 2023-24 QMJHL Monthly Pass | $22.99 | one-time |
| 2024-25 QMJHL Month Pass | $22.99 | one-time |
| 2024-25 WHL Month Pass | $22.99 | one-time |
| 2024-25 OHL Month Pass | $22.99 | one-time |
| OHL Playoff Pass | $44.99 | one-time |
| WHL Playoff Pass | $44.99 | one-time |
| Accès séries LHJMQ 2024-25 | $44.99 | one-time |
| 2024-25 OHL Playoff Pass | $44.99 | one-time |
| QMJHL Regular Season Pass | $69.99 | one-time |
| WHL Regular Season Pass | $69.99 | one-time |
| OHL Regular Season Pass | $69.99 | one-time |
| 23-24 CHL Playoff All Access | $69.99 | one-time |
| 2024-25 QMJHL Regular Season | $69.99 | one-time |
| CHL Regular Season All Access | $99.99 | one-time |
| 2024-25 CHL Regular Season | $99.99 | one-time |
| CHL All Access incl. playoffs | $199.99 | one-time |
| CHL All Access | $199.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use interface for following teams
- 🎮 Good way to catch up on games and highlights
- 📱 Works well on mobile devices (iPhone/iPad)
- 🎯 Customizable team preferences
- 📊 In-depth menus and drop-down options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent critical errors and crashes
- 📡 Constant connectivity issues despite internet connection
- 🔊 Audio problems - missing or nonexistent sound
- 📺 Apple TV app doesn't work or freezes
- ⏱️ Slow loading times and perpetual wait states

**Reported bugs**

- CHL schedule shows critical error
- App won't load or open at all
- Blank purple loading screen on startup
- App crashes when clicking on content
- No sound during game streams

**Requested features**

- Restore playoff bracket visualization
- Add Chromecast and casting functionality
- Live Activities integration for iOS
- Away audio streaming option
- Calendar view for schedule (iCal downloadable)


### Stadium FX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stadium-fx/id6445855959)

Enhance your live event experience with interactive features. This app transforms spectators into active participants with synchronized light shows, selfie cameras, and engaging trivia games. Become part of the show and amplify the excitement of packed venues.

**Highlights:** Interactive fan experience, Synchronized light shows, Synchronized selfie cams, Battle royale trivia games, In-venue action participation

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Effective light show synchronization
- 🤩 Entertaining experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes and unable to save recordings
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with data access permissions
- 🙄 Lack of functionality (camera, saving videos)

**Reported bugs**

- Camera function not working
- Inability to save recorded videos

**Requested features**

- Ability to save recorded videos
- Clearer explanation of app permissions


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CHL free?

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

### Is Stadium FX free?

Stadium FX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, CHL or Stadium FX?

Stadium FX is rated higher. CHL averages 2.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Stadium FX averages 4.8 from 1.6K ratings.

### Do CHL or Stadium FX have ads?

CHL shows ads; Stadium FX does not.

### Which is updated more often, CHL or Stadium FX?

CHL ships an update every 3 months, and Stadium FX every 15 months. Most recently, CHL was updated on September 24, 2026 and Stadium FX on September 20, 2026.

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