# 央视频 vs Lmi

The clearest difference is rating: 央视频 at 4.8 against Lmi's 3.0. 央视频 also leads on review sentiment (52% vs 13%) and ratings volume (4.5K vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 央视频 sells 19 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Lmi sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

央视频 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 央视频 has 4.5K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 52% of 央视频's written reviews are positive against 13% of Lmi's.

央视频 ships an update every 9 days, Lmi every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 央视频 | Lmi |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (4.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id1479814602/reviews)** | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lmi/id6760927313/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **4.5K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **51.8% of reviews** | 12.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 142 MB | 230 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Yangshipin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1567350931) | [重庆鑫飞互娱网络科技有限公司](https://appshunter.io/developer/1885347733) |

## What reviewers say

### 央视频

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id1479814602)

Watch the World Cup in 4K with professional commentary and a smooth, immersive experience. Access a wide range of content including dramas, news, and exclusive videos from renowned personalities.

**Highlights:** 4K UHD World Cup streaming, Professional commentary, Low-latency, smooth viewing, Diverse content library, Exclusive celebrity videos, Live TV channel broadcasts

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

**In-app purchases (19)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 央视频VIP连续包月 | $2.99 | per month |
| 央视频15天VIP | $0.99 | one-time |
| 点播付费5元 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 非会员付费1元 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 剧集购买-1元 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 剧集购买-2元 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 点播付费12元 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 专辑购买-15元 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 1个月VIP会员 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 专辑购买-30元 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 央视频VIP月度会员 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 3个月VIP会员 | $7.99 | one-time |
| 3个月VIP会员 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 3个月VIP会员 | $12.99 | one-time |
| 12个月VIP会员 | $24.99 | one-time |
| 12个月VIP会员 | $26.99 | one-time |
| 12个月VIP会员 | $29.99 | one-time |
| 12个月VIP会员 | $39.99 | one-time |
| 12个月VIP会员 | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Familiar TV channels
- 🌍 Accessible for overseas users
- 🎥 High-quality video
- 📺 Convenient mobile viewing
- 🇨🇳 Patriotic content

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Excessive ads and paywalls
- 🚫 Geo-restrictions for overseas users
- 📱 Lack of iPad optimization
- 🔌 Streaming issues and buffering
- 🤖 Compatibility problems on various devices

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes and app instability
- Disappearing controls and settings
- Incorrect location detection leading to access restrictions

**Requested features**

- Support for AirPlay and screen mirroring
- Develop versions for iPad, Android TV, and game consoles
- Improve video quality and resolution options
- Enhance offline viewing and resume playback features


### Lmi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lmi/id6760927313)

This app provides a high-quality online performance space for independent creators and their core fans. It features custom electronic ticketing for exclusive events, ultra-clear low-latency streaming, and interactive real-time discussions with creator incentives.

**Highlights:** Online performance space for creators, Custom electronic ticketing, Exclusive online salons and private performances, Ultra-clear, low-latency streaming, Real-time interactive discussions, Creator incentive mechanisms

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 600星币 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 2800星币 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 6800星币 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 12800星币 | $19.99 | one-time |
| 29800星币 | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 央视频 free?

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

### Is Lmi free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 央视频 or Lmi?

央视频 is rated higher. 央视频 averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4.5K ratings, while Lmi averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do 央视频 or Lmi have ads?

Neither 央视频 nor Lmi shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, 央视频 or Lmi?

央视频 ships an update every 9 days, and Lmi every 3 weeks. Most recently, 央视频 was updated on November 2, 2026 and Lmi on October 20, 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.*