LocalPlay TV vs CHEFBBQ
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LocalPlay TV
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LocalPlay TV makes it easy to access local broadcast television on modern devices. With LocalPlay TV, you can enjoy local broadcast TV programming — including news, sports, and prime-time shows — when they are broadcast in your area, without cable bundles or long-term contracts. LocalPlay TV focuses on infrastructure and access, helping users connect to over-the-air local broadcast television through a simple, easy-to-use app experience. The app lets you browse available broadcasts, select programming, and view content on supported devices — all with straightforward setup and flexible viewing options. Features include: Simple access to local broadcast television Live local news, sports, and prime-time programming (based on local broadcast availability) Optional recording features for supported broadcasts Works across supported phones, tablets, and smart TVs No cable bundles or long-term commitments Availability varies by location and broadcast schedule. LocalPlay TV does not create or provide television programming. Broadcast availability depends on local stations and regional coverage.
CHEFBBQ
This app connects to a smart barbecue thermometer via Bluetooth to monitor cooking temperatures in real time. It sends notifications when preset temperature alarms are reached, helping users achieve perfect results.
- Real-time temperature monitoring
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Customizable temperature alarms
- Push notifications
- Ringtone alerts
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This product is a device that monitors the temperature of a user's barbecue in real time: The mobile phone APP (CHIFBIBIQ) connects to the device through Bluetooth. After the device successfully connects to the APP, the device will transmit the detected temperature data to the APP through Bluetooth broadcast mode, According to the alarm value set by the user, when the temperature reaches the set value, the APP terminal will notify the user through a ringing tone and push.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: LocalPlay TV at 13.0 against CHEFBBQ's 15.6. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
LocalPlay TV ships an update every 5 weeks, CHEFBBQ every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | LocalPlay TV | CHEFBBQ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 2.2 (32 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 27.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 32 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 56 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Robert Kulakowski | 小金 吴 |
In-app purchases
LocalPlay TV
No in-app purchases
CHEFBBQ
No in-app purchases









