# Canon+ vs ExploreFlix

The clearest difference is monetization model: ExploreFlix at free with in-app purchases against Canon+'s subscription. ExploreFlix also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (100% vs 84%). Canon+'s advantage is ratings volume (3.1K vs 3) and chart position (#198 vs unranked). On price, rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Canon+ sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month and ExploreFlix sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Canon+ against 5.0 for ExploreFlix. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Canon+ has 3.1K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 84% of Canon+'s written reviews are positive against 100% of ExploreFlix's.

Canon+ ships an update every 3 months, ExploreFlix every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and July 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Canon+ | ExploreFlix |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (3.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/canon-plus/id1538652829/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/exploreflix/id1595906799/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.1K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 84.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#198** | — |
| Size | 33 MB | 68 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Canon Press](https://appshunter.io/developer/1538652831) | [Monument Media Group, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1620952860) |

## What reviewers say

### Canon+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/canon-plus/id1538652829)

**Currently charting:** #198 Top Grossing · Entertainment (US App Store)

Access a vast library of Reformed Christian audio and video content, including sermons, audiobooks, documentaries, and exclusive series. Enjoy unlimited streaming, an ad-free experience, and early access to new releases. Engage with authors and receive special discounts.

**Highlights:** Unlimited audio and video streaming, Ad-free premium experience, Full catalog access, First access to new releases, Exclusive author interactions, Discounts on physical products

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $119.99 | per year |
| Canon Feed 342 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Canon Feed 343 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Canon Feed 344 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Canon Feed 345 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Canon Feed 346 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Canon Feed 347 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Canon Feed 348 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Canon Feed 349 | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent content
- 🚀 Lots of content
- 🚀 Great value for money
- 👍 Helpful for Christian growth
- 👍 Trusted source of content

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App issues (bugs, crashes, usability)
- 🐛 Difficulty navigating/finding content
- 🐛 Inconsistent progress tracking in audiobooks
- 🐛 Lack of offline/download functionality
- 🐛 Frequent sign-outs

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes
- Loses progress in audiobooks
- Difficulty navigating content
- Inconsistent sign-in/sign-out behavior

**Requested features**

- Add sleep timer for audiobooks
- Improve bookmarking/progress tracking
- Implement family/profile sharing
- Add more playback speed options
- Improve TV/casting capabilities


### ExploreFlix

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/exploreflix/id1595906799)

Discover unique documentaries, music, and educational content that inspires and uplifts. Stream heartwarming stories from around the globe, supporting faith and family values. Enjoy unlimited, ad-free viewing on all your devices with offline download options.

**Highlights:** Unique documentaries and educational content, Inspirational and family-friendly stories, Unlimited ad-free streaming, Download content for offline viewing, Stream on multiple devices, HD quality available

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Plan | $89.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Canon+ free?

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

### Is ExploreFlix free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Canon+ or ExploreFlix?

ExploreFlix is rated higher. Canon+ averages 4.9 out of 5 from 3.1K ratings, while ExploreFlix averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Canon+ or ExploreFlix have ads?

Canon+ shows ads; ExploreFlix does not.

### Which is updated more often, Canon+ or ExploreFlix?

Canon+ ships an update every 3 months, and ExploreFlix every 5 weeks. Most recently, Canon+ was updated on September 23, 2026 and ExploreFlix on July 27, 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.*