Comparison

Metrograph vs BFI Player (US)

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

Head to head
About

Metrograph

Access a curated selection of films and exclusive series, including new releases and rediscoveries. Watch content from the cinema at home or on the go, and create your personal watchlist. Enjoy bonus content and interviews.

Highlights
  • Curated film library
  • Exclusive series
  • Streaming premieres
  • Bonus content and interviews
  • Watchlist creation
  • Offline viewing
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Metrograph is the ultimate destination for movie lovers. From new releases to exciting rediscoveries, and exclusive series, Metrograph provides the best in curation, in theater and available on demand. Watch films and series screening exclusively at Metrograph’s cinemas from the comfort of your home or on the go on our new mobile app, or curate your own watchlist of films on the platform. FEATURES - The Metrograph Pictures library, plus limited engagements, curated collections, and titles hand selected by Metrograph’s programming team. - Films and series screening in Metrograph’s theaters and streaming exclusively on Metrograph At Home. - Streaming Premieres, original bonus content, interviews with your favorite directors, introductions from guest curators, and more. - Watch list and offline viewing. Terms of Service: https://watch.metrograph.com/tos Privacy Policy: https://watch.metrograph.com/privacy

About

BFI Player (US)

Stream a curated selection of acclaimed films, including classics and modern discoveries, on this US-only service. Subscribe for full access to a diverse library of cinematic content across multiple devices.

Highlights
  • Curated film selection
  • Landmark titles and rare classics
  • Modern discoveries
  • Multi-device support
  • Auto-renewing subscription
  • Free trial period
Features
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Watch acclaimed movies selected by the British Film Institute (BFI) on their US-only streaming service. Explore landmark titles, rare classics & modern discoveries on multiple devices today. To access all features and content you can subscribe to BFI Player Classics on a monthly 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. Any unused portion of your free trial will be forfeited upon payment. Cancellations are incurred by disabling auto-renewal. Terms of Service: https://www.bfiplayerclassics.com/tos Privacy Policy: https://www.bfiplayerclassics.com/privacy

Screenshots

Metrograph4 screens
BFI Player (US)4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Metrograph at 90% against BFI Player (US)'s 8%. Metrograph also leads on rating (4.5 vs 2.3) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. BFI Player (US) sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Metrograph asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Metrograph holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 30 and 24 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 90% of Metrograph's written reviews are positive against 8% of BFI Player (US)'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Metrograph ships an update every 4 months, BFI Player (US) every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Metrograph versus BFI Player (US): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMetrographBFI Player (US)
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (30 ratings) — better2.3 (24 ratings)
Positive reviews90.0% of reviews — better8.3% of reviews
Number of ratings30 — better24
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TViPhone, iPad, Apple TV
Requires iOS16.616.6
Further details — not scored
Size68 MB66 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperMetrographThe British Film Institute

Customer experience

Metrograph

All ratings30 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral3.3%
Negative13.3%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive90.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative10.0%

BFI Player (US)

All ratings24 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive8.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative91.7%

In-app purchases

None

Metrograph

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

BFI Player (US)

Subscriptions2
  • BFI Player Classics Monthly14 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • BFI Player Classics$59.001 Year

Questions

Is Metrograph free?
Metrograph is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BFI Player (US) free?
BFI Player (US) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Metrograph or BFI Player (US)?
Metrograph is rated higher. Metrograph averages 4.5 out of 5 from 30 ratings, while BFI Player (US) averages 2.3 from 24 ratings.
Do Metrograph or BFI Player (US) have ads?
Neither Metrograph nor BFI Player (US) shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Metrograph or BFI Player (US)?
Metrograph ships an update every 4 months, and BFI Player (US) every 3 months. Most recently, Metrograph was updated on September 20, 2026 and BFI Player (US) on September 29, 2026.

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