# Switchbacks FC vs AltitudePlus+

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Switchbacks FC at 100% against AltitudePlus+'s 22%. Switchbacks FC also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). AltitudePlus+'s advantage is ratings volume (3.1K vs 22) and chart position (#84 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AltitudePlus+ sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.95 per month. Switchbacks FC asks for nothing beyond the download.

Switchbacks FC holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AltitudePlus+ has 3.1K ratings behind it against 22, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Switchbacks FC's written reviews are positive against 22% of AltitudePlus+'s.

Switchbacks FC ships an update fortnightly, AltitudePlus+ every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Switchbacks FC | AltitudePlus+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/switchbacks-fc/id1561392494/reviews)** | [4.0 (3.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/altitudeplus-plus/id6723892938/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 22 | **3.1K** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 21.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | — | **#84** |
| Size | 200 MB | 264 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Switchbacks Entertainment LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1561392496) | [AltitudeTV](https://appshunter.io/developer/1309275104) |

## What reviewers say

### Switchbacks FC

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/switchbacks-fc/id1561392494)

Stay connected with your favorite USL club. Access team schedules, player updates, exclusive offers, and watch highlights. Enhance your matchday experience with in-venue notifications and personalized content.

**Highlights:** Team schedule and roster, Player updates and bios, Match highlights, Exclusive offers and content, In-venue notifications, Official merchandise store, FanCam with custom overlays

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### AltitudePlus+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/altitudeplus-plus/id6723892938)

**Currently charting:** #84 Top Grossing · Entertainment (US App Store)

Stream live Denver Nuggets and Colorado Avalanche games, plus original sports content. Access pre and postgame shows and full episodes of sports originals with a monthly subscription. Available in select Western US states.

**Highlights:** Live Denver Nuggets broadcasts, Live Colorado Avalanche broadcasts, Pre and postgame coverage, Altitude Sports originals, Unlimited streaming

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $19.95 | per month |
| Annual Plan | $199.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth streaming
- 🙌 Affordable option to watch Avalanche and Nuggets
- 📺 Finally able to watch local teams

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- 🔍 Lack of full-screen and video controls
- 💰 Expensive for limited functionality
- 🔀 Refreshes and interruptions during games
- 🤔 Confusing user interface

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to go full-screen on Apple TV
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between apps
- Streaming cuts off at scheduled end times
- Unreliable casting and mirroring to external displays

**Requested features**

- Ability to pause, rewind, and watch on-demand
- Support for more streaming devices like Roku and Android TV
- Improved video quality and stability
- Customizable notifications and alerts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Switchbacks FC free?

Switchbacks FC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is AltitudePlus+ free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Switchbacks FC or AltitudePlus+?

Switchbacks FC is rated higher. Switchbacks FC averages 4.9 out of 5 from 22 ratings, while AltitudePlus+ averages 4.0 from 3.1K ratings.

### Do Switchbacks FC or AltitudePlus+ have ads?

Both Switchbacks FC and AltitudePlus+ show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Switchbacks FC or AltitudePlus+?

Switchbacks FC ships an update fortnightly, and AltitudePlus+ every 2 weeks. Most recently, Switchbacks FC was updated on October 24, 2026 and AltitudePlus+ on October 24, 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.*