Comparison

The First TV vs AMAC

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

The First TV

This app offers a platform for free speech and bold opinions, featuring prominent hosts and contributors. It provides access to a network designed for individuals who value freedom and diverse viewpoints.

Highlights
  • Free speech platform
  • Bold opinions
  • Prominent hosts
  • Diverse contributors
  • Network for freedom-loving Americans
Features
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The First is the new network for free speech and big ideas, and the new TV home of Bill O'Reilly. The First is designed for Americans who love freedom and bold opinions. Hosts include Dana Loesch, Jesse Kelly, Mike Slater, and top contributors. The First TV Pricing: • Subscription 1 Month - USD [9.99]* • Subscription 1 Year - USD [99.99]* * For non-US app stores, the equivalent currency charges will apply. Please note: App subscriptions do not include access to subscription-only content on our website. Additional Subscription Information: • Payment will be charged to the iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase. • No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period. Privacy Policy - https://www.thefirsttv.com/thefirsttv-com-privacy-policy/ Terms of Use - https://www.thefirsttv.com/thefirsttv-com-website-terms-of-service/ • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable.

About

AMAC

Access truthful, breaking news on US politics, national security, business, history, and culture. Enjoy original content, bookmark articles, and share them easily. Stay informed with notifications and exclusive member benefits.

Highlights
  • Original content from AMAC's writing staff
  • Breaking news notifications
  • Bookmark articles
  • Share articles easily
  • Comment on articles
  • Access to videos and podcasts
  • View exclusive member benefits
Features
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Your AMAC News app is the place to go for truthful, breaking news wherever you are & whenever you want! Gain access to all of the latest top news stories from the Association of Mature American Citizens, America’s fastest growing mature conservative organization. With your AMAC app, you gain access to the kind of news reporting the other media outlets won’t cover. AMAC’s News App delivers factual, breaking news on US politics, national security, business, history & culture and more! Read “up to date” real news and enjoy easy access to AMAC’s online library of videos and podcast, Better For America. MAIN APP FEATURES: - Original content from AMAC’s writing staff. - Breaking News Notifications - Bookmark articles for easy reading access - Easily share articles with family, friends, and on social media - Comment on your favorite articles - Immediate access to online videos and AMAC’S podcast, Better for America - View all exclusive AMAC member benefits - Easy reading! Enjoy reading the news without bombardment from digital ads!

Screenshots

The First TV4 screens
AMAC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AMAC at none against The First TV's 4. AMAC also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.6). The First TV's advantage is ratings volume (2.8K vs 707). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. The First TV sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. AMAC asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for The First TV against 4.7 for AMAC. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.8K and 707 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 51% and 52% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
The First TV versus AMAC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe First TVAMAC
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (2.8K ratings) — better4.7 (707 ratings)
Positive reviews51.1% of reviews52.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.8K — better707
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 5 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size96 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThe First Digital, Inc.Association of Mature American Citizens, Inc.

Customer experience

The First TV

All ratings2,847 ratings
Positive94.1%
Neutral2.5%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews88 reviews
Positive51.1%
Neutral14.8%
Negative34.1%

AMAC

All ratings706 ratings
Positive92.1%
Neutral2.8%
Negative5.1%
Written reviews71 reviews
Positive52.1%
Neutral7.0%
Negative40.8%

User reviews

The First TV

From 2.8K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Well-organized
  • 👍 Clear and easy to comprehend
  • 👍 Provides physical examples like videos
  • 👍 Trusted and fair news source
  • 👍 Excellent content and talent

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
  • 🐛 Playback and navigation issues
  • 🐛 Repeating and intrusive commercials
  • 🐛 Lack of accessibility features like captions
  • 🐛 Outdated and not user-friendly

AMAC

From 707 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 📰 Accurate and unbiased news
  • 🤝 Great advocate for conservative values
  • 🔍 Trusted source of information

Room to improve

  • 🔒 No member login functionality
  • 🤯 Frustrating app experience with constant review prompts
  • 🐢 Slow and unresponsive app performance

Bugs and requests

The First TV

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes when trying to access on-demand content
  • Inability to exit live streams or videos
  • Playback issues with audio and video synchronization
  • Frequent app freezes and force closures

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to rewind and resume playback
  • Improved navigation and home screen access
  • More content organization and filtering options
  • Accessibility improvements for hearing-impaired users
  • Consistent updates and bug fixes

AMAC

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Repeated prompts to rate the app
  • Incompatibility with older devices
  • Crashes and freezes

Requested features

3 requests
  • Member login and personalized experience
  • Landscape mode support for iPad
  • Ability to easily share articles

In-app purchases

4 purchases

The First TV

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly $10$9.991 Month
  • Monthly $25$24.991 Month
  • Yearly $100$99.991 Year
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  • Yearly $200$199.991 Year
None

AMAC

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is The First TV free?
The First TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AMAC free?
AMAC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, The First TV or AMAC?
The First TV is rated higher. The First TV averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.8K ratings, while AMAC averages 4.7 from 707 ratings.
Do The First TV or AMAC have ads?
The First TV shows ads; AMAC does not.
Which is updated more often, The First TV or AMAC?
The First TV ships an update every 5 months, and AMAC every 5 months. Most recently, The First TV was updated on October 19, 2026 and AMAC on October 13, 2026.

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