# SalemNOW vs AFA Stream

The clearest difference is rating: AFA Stream at 5.0 against SalemNOW's 4.3. AFA Stream also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 12) and ads (none vs shown). SalemNOW's advantage is ratings volume (89 vs 4). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SalemNOW sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. AFA Stream asks for nothing beyond the download.

AFA Stream holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SalemNOW has 89 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of SalemNOW's written reviews are positive against 100% of AFA Stream's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SalemNOW | AFA Stream |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (89 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/salemnow/id1540045998/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/afa-stream/id6463268993/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **89** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 75.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 52 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Salem Communications](https://appshunter.io/developer/349087409) | [American Family Association](https://appshunter.io/developer/429511479) |

## What reviewers say

### SalemNOW

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/salemnow/id1540045998)

Stream a diverse collection of films, breaking news, and podcasts. Discover award-winning documentaries and exclusive interviews. Enjoy HD streaming and casting to your TV.

**Highlights:** Video on Demand, Exclusive content, Free content catalog, HD streaming, Casting to TV

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SalemNOW+ & Police State Film | $6.99 | per month |
| SalemNOW+ Monthly Recurring | $6.99 | per month |
| SalemNOW+ Yearly Recurring | $65.99 | per year |
| SalemNOW $6.99 | $6.99 | one-time |
| SalemNOW+ Monthly | $6.99 | one-time |
| SalemNOW $9.99 | $9.99 | one-time |
| SalemNOW $12.99 | $12.99 | one-time |
| SalemNOW $14.99 | $14.99 | one-time |
| SalemNOW $19.99 | $19.99 | one-time |
| SalemNOW $24.99 | $24.99 | one-time |
| SalemNOW $29.99 | $29.99 | one-time |
| SalemNOW+ Yearly | $65.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great content and documentaries
- 👍 Refreshing, truthful content
- 👍 Educational and thought-provoking
- 👍 Alternative to mainstream media
- 👍 Good quality programs

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Pricey rental/purchase costs
- 💸 Pay-per-view model disliked
- 📱 No casting to smart TV
- 🔄 App orientation issues
- 🚫 No back arrow after trailer

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes
- Playback unavailable
- Cannot activate on Samsung TV
- Cannot sign in/load
- App flips phone sideways

**Requested features**

- Subscription service needed
- Add more Christmas movie options
- Implement a streaming service model
- Allow casting to smart TVs
- Provide a back arrow after trailers


### AFA Stream

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/afa-stream/id6463268993)

Access exclusive films, documentaries, and original productions from a streaming platform. Build a watch list and receive notifications for your favorite live and pre-recorded shows.

**Highlights:** Exclusive film and documentary viewing, AFA original productions, Live and pre-recorded shows, Show start notifications, Watch list creation

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SalemNOW free?

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

### Is AFA Stream free?

AFA Stream is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SalemNOW or AFA Stream?

AFA Stream is rated higher. SalemNOW averages 4.3 out of 5 from 89 ratings, while AFA Stream averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do SalemNOW or AFA Stream have ads?

SalemNOW shows ads; AFA Stream does not.

### Which is updated more often, SalemNOW or AFA Stream?

SalemNOW ships an update every 2 months, and AFA Stream every 2 months. Most recently, SalemNOW was updated on October 18, 2026 and AFA Stream on October 8, 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.*