Adella vs STAGE+ Classical Music Live
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Adella
Experience The Cleveland Orchestra from anywhere with this streaming service. Enjoy live performances, exclusive premieres, behind-the-scenes content, and educational videos. It's designed for both dedicated music lovers and families seeking a rich cultural experience.
- Live concert streams
- Exclusive premieres
- Behind-the-scenes insights
- Educational videos
- Front-row seat experience
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Named after our pioneering founder, Adella Prentiss Hughes, our streaming service and app offers you a front-row seat to the world of The Cleveland Orchestra. We offer livestreams, Premieres, and exclusive behind-the-scenes insights into the music and the orchestra. On top of that, there's educational videos. Truly, an experience for the connoisseur and the whole family. To access all features and content you can subscribe to Adella 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.Cancellations are incurred by disabling auto-renewal. Terms of Service: https://adella-live.vhx.tv/tos Privacy Policy: https://adella-live.vhx.tv/privacy
STAGE+ Classical Music Live
Stream live 4K classical concerts, opera, and jazz performances. Access a vast library of audio albums and video releases, with new content added weekly. Enjoy offline playback and high-fidelity audio formats on all your devices.
- Live 4K concert streams
- Extensive library of classical concerts and operas
- Thousands of curated audio albums
- Weekly new video and audio releases
- Streaming in 4K, Dolby Atmos, and Lossless
- Offline playback and viewing
- CarPlay and SharePlay integration
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Immerse yourself in the world of classical music with STAGE+, the ultimate streaming experience from Deutsche Grammophon. Experience your favorite artists closer than ever before—live, in 4K, and with outstanding Dolby Atmos sound. STAGE+ is more than just a streaming app; it's your personal VIP access to the most prestigious concert halls and opera houses in the world. Whether it's symphonies, operas, piano recitals, or exclusive documentaries, we bring the magic of classical music directly to your device. WHAT'S ON STAGE+ • Over 50 exclusive live streams per year from global cultural hotspots. • A vast archive with thousands of video concerts and opera productions. • Access to the entire catalog of Deutsche Grammophon, Decca, ECM, and Hyperion. • Weekly new releases of audio and video content. • Exclusive insights: interviews, documentaries, and behind-the-scenes footage. STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNOLOGY We know classical music fans don't compromise. That's why we offer: • 4K Video Quality: Crystal-clear images for an immersive experience. • Hi-Res & Lossless Audio: Hear every detail in lossless quality. • Dolby Atmos: Three-dimensional sound that puts you right in the middle of the action. • Offline Mode: Download content to enjoy on a plane, train, or on vacation without an internet connection. SPECIALIZED SEARCH & METADATA Forget chaotic search results. Our database is specifically optimized for classical music. Filter precisely by: • Composer (from Bach to Glass) • Work & Opus • Conductor & Orchestra • Soloist & Instrument • Era & Genre WHY STAGE+? Our curators put together new recommendations for you every week, so you're always discovering new gems. Whether you're a long-time connoisseur or a curious newcomer, STAGE+ provides the context and quality you deserve. SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS Try STAGE+ now for 30 days free! After the trial period, enjoy monthly or yearly flexibility. The subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Bring the stage into your life—with STAGE+ Classical Music Live. Supported formats: 4K, Dolby Atmos, Lossless Audio, Hi-Res. Available on: iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, and Mac. Terms & Conditions: https://www.stage-plus.tv/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.stage-plus.tv/security-and-privacy
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Verdict
Adella and STAGE+ Classical Music Live both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 89% of Adella's written reviews are positive against 43% of STAGE+ Classical Music Live's. STAGE+ Classical Music Live's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price, rating, 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. Adella sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and STAGE+ Classical Music Live sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
STAGE+ Classical Music Live holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 71 and 317 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 89% of Adella's written reviews are positive against 43% of STAGE+ Classical Music Live's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Adella ships an update every 3 months, STAGE+ Classical Music Live monthly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Adella | STAGE+ Classical Music Live |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (71 ratings) | 4.6 (317 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 88.9% of reviews — better | 42.6% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 71 | 317 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Subscription | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Vision Pro — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 98 MB | 199 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Cleveland Orchestra | Deutsche Grammophon – DG |
Customer experience
Adella
STAGE+ Classical Music Live
Bugs and requests
Adella
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
STAGE+ Classical Music Live
Reported bugs
7 issues- Downloading content disappears
- Downloaded content disappears
- Audio stutters in videos
- App crashes on launch
- App doesn't work on Apple TV
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- Search function is unusable
- Issues with account creation
Requested features
10 requests- Add Korean language support
- Add calendar integration for concerts
- Add subtitles for operas
- Add more offline listening options
- Add Chromecast support
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- Add Roku app
- Add CarPlay support
- Add more audio recordings and full artist catalogs
- Add video playlists based on themes or moods
- Add digital liner notes for audio albums and digital programs for videos
In-app purchases
Adella
- Adella Monthly$14.991 Month
- Adella Yearly$119.991 Year
STAGE+ Classical Music Live
- Monthly subscription1 Month trial$14.991 Month
- Annual subscription1 Month trial$149.991 Year
Questions
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