# iON Classic vs RetroGuide.TV

The clearest difference is rating: RetroGuide.TV at 5.0 against iON Classic's 3.7. RetroGuide.TV also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 months). iON Classic's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. RetroGuide.TV sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. iON Classic asks for nothing beyond the download.

RetroGuide.TV holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively.

iON Classic ships an update every 3 months, RetroGuide.TV every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iON Classic | RetroGuide.TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ion-classic/id1482774542/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retroguidetv/id6816213425/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 34 MB | 44 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [IONCLASSIC LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1482774541) | [Adam Hunt](https://appshunter.io/developer/6809250451) |

## What reviewers say

### iON Classic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ion-classic/id1482774542)

This app helps automotive enthusiasts digitally document their vehicle's restoration and modifications. It allows users to create a digital diary of their car projects, enhancing their investment value and showcasing craftsmanship.

**Highlights:** Digital vehicle documentation, Restoration and modification tracking, Automotive digital diary, Cloud-based storage, Social networking integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### RetroGuide.TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retroguidetv/id6816213425)

Transform your Plex media library into a live TV experience with automatically generated channels. Enjoy curated content, a program guide, and a built-in player that supports various media formats. Customize your viewing with themes and advanced scheduling options.

**Highlights:** Automatic channel creation from Plex library, Customizable genre, decade, and show channels, Cable-style program guide with live preview, Built-in player for various media formats, Multiple themes and CRT scanline options, Support for multiple Plex servers (Pro)

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RetroGuide Pro: Ad-Free Live TV | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iON Classic free?

iON Classic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is RetroGuide.TV free?

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

### Which has better reviews, iON Classic or RetroGuide.TV?

RetroGuide.TV is rated higher. iON Classic averages 3.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while RetroGuide.TV averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do iON Classic or RetroGuide.TV have ads?

RetroGuide.TV shows ads; iON Classic does not.

### Which is updated more often, iON Classic or RetroGuide.TV?

iON Classic ships an update every 3 months, and RetroGuide.TV every 2 days. Most recently, iON Classic was updated on October 9, 2026 and RetroGuide.TV on October 24, 2026.

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