Kidstream vs Curiosity University
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Kidstream
This streaming service offers a curated selection of educational and imaginative shows for children. It focuses on content that sparks curiosity and promotes social-emotional learning, free from violent or questionable material. Parents can enjoy alongside their kids with a variety of popular and enriching programs.
- 100% commercial-free streaming
- STEM, arts, music, and social-emotional learning content
- No violent or questionable content
- Shows enjoyable for both kids and parents
- Curated selection of popular children's programs
- Monthly and yearly subscription options
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Named the #1 streaming service and top new kids’ TV app! • 100% commercial-free • Shows that spark imagination and tap into a variety of interests, such as STEM, arts and crafts, dance, music, sports, adventure, problem solving and social + emotional learning • Free from violent or questionable content • Genuinely good, enriching TV for kids with shows that are enjoyable for parents as well, including: • Thomas & Friends • LazyTown • Sid the Science Kid • Shaun the Sheep • Timmy Time • Kate & Mim-Mim • Pingu • The Wiggles • Barney & Friends • Space Kids • Coyote Peterson • Science Max • And TONS more! Subscribe now and start your Kidstream adventure today! To access all features and content you can subscribe to Kidstream on a monthly or yearly basis with an auto-renewing subscription right inside the app.* Pricing can vary by region and will be confirmed before purchase in the app. In app subscriptions will automatically renew at the end of their cycle. * All payments will be paid through your iTunes Account and may be managed under Account Settings after the initial payment. Subscription payments will automatically renew unless deactivated at least 24-hours before the end of the current cycle. Your account will be charged for renewal at least 24-hours prior to the end of the current cycle. Any unused portion of your free trial will be forfeited upon payment. Cancellations are incurred by disabling auto-renewal. Terms of Service: https://watch.kidstream.tv/tos Privacy Policy: https://watch.kidstream.tv/privacy
Curiosity University
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Curiosity University is a community of learners who think that every day you learn something new is a good day. At Curiosity University, we find the most interesting and entertaining professors at the country’s most prestigious universities and ask them to share a fascinating talk with our members. So whether you’re interested in Lincoln’s leadership, the science of aging or how to watch movies like a film professor - we have the perfect video for you.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Curiosity University at none against Kidstream's 2. Curiosity University also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
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. Kidstream sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Curiosity University asks for nothing beyond the download.
Kidstream ships an update every 3 months, Curiosity University every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Kidstream | Curiosity University |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (36 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 88.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 36 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 54 MB | 31 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Brandvida, LLC | CuriosityStream, LLC |
In-app purchases
Kidstream
- Kidstream Subscription7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Kidstream Subscription7 Days trial$39.991 Year
Curiosity University
No in-app purchases
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