# PubTV vs SalemNOW

The clearest difference is rating: PubTV at 4.9 against SalemNOW's 4.3. PubTV also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (96% vs 76%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PubTV sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $7.00 per month and SalemNOW sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PubTV holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 91 and 89 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 96% of PubTV's written reviews are positive against 76% of SalemNOW's.

PubTV ships an update every 3 months, SalemNOW every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PubTV | SalemNOW |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (91 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pubtv/id1495208227/reviews)** | [4.3 (89 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/salemnow/id1540045998/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **91** | 89 |
| Positive reviews | **95.8% of reviews** | 75.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 34 MB | 52 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CrossPolitic Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1495208226) | [Salem Communications](https://appshunter.io/developer/349087409) |

## What reviewers say

### PubTV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pubtv/id1495208227)

Access a library of news and entertainment content from the Fight Laugh Feast Network. Watch or listen to past shows for free, or join the club for expanded access. Download content for offline viewing and sharing.

**Highlights:** Watch or listen to past shows, Access news and entertainment library, Download video and audio offline, Share content via social media, Access network podcasts

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| High Five Monthly | $7.00 | per month |
| Bronze Monthly | $13.00 | per month |
| Silver Monthly | $33.00 | per month |
| Gold Monthly | $65.00 | per month |
| Platinum Monthly | $129.99 | per month |
| Bronze Annual | $155.99 | per year |
| Silver Annual | $390.00 | per year |
| Gold Annual | $779.99 | per year |


### SalemNOW

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/salemnow/id1540045998)

Stream a diverse collection of films, breaking news, and podcasts. Discover award-winning documentaries and exclusive interviews. Enjoy HD streaming and casting to your TV.

**Highlights:** Video on Demand, Exclusive content, Free content catalog, HD streaming, Casting to TV

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SalemNOW+ & Police State Film | $6.99 | per month |
| SalemNOW+ Monthly Recurring | $6.99 | per month |
| SalemNOW+ Yearly Recurring | $65.99 | per year |
| SalemNOW $6.99 | $6.99 | one-time |
| SalemNOW+ Monthly | $6.99 | one-time |
| SalemNOW $9.99 | $9.99 | one-time |
| SalemNOW $12.99 | $12.99 | one-time |
| SalemNOW $14.99 | $14.99 | one-time |
| SalemNOW $19.99 | $19.99 | one-time |
| SalemNOW $24.99 | $24.99 | one-time |
| SalemNOW $29.99 | $29.99 | one-time |
| SalemNOW+ Yearly | $65.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great content and documentaries
- 👍 Refreshing, truthful content
- 👍 Educational and thought-provoking
- 👍 Alternative to mainstream media
- 👍 Good quality programs

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Pricey rental/purchase costs
- 💸 Pay-per-view model disliked
- 📱 No casting to smart TV
- 🔄 App orientation issues
- 🚫 No back arrow after trailer

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes
- Playback unavailable
- Cannot activate on Samsung TV
- Cannot sign in/load
- App flips phone sideways

**Requested features**

- Subscription service needed
- Add more Christmas movie options
- Implement a streaming service model
- Allow casting to smart TVs
- Provide a back arrow after trailers


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PubTV free?

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

### Is SalemNOW free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PubTV or SalemNOW?

PubTV is rated higher. PubTV averages 4.9 out of 5 from 91 ratings, while SalemNOW averages 4.3 from 89 ratings.

### Do PubTV or SalemNOW have ads?

SalemNOW shows ads; PubTV does not.

### Which is updated more often, PubTV or SalemNOW?

PubTV ships an update every 3 months, and SalemNOW every 2 months. Most recently, PubTV was updated on October 24, 2026 and SalemNOW on October 25, 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.*