Fision TV+ vs Stans Idle Hour
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Fision TV+
Stream your favorite shows and movies on any device, at home or on the go. Explore a vast library of content, manage recordings, and access live channels with a personalized guide. Enjoy sports, music events, and a customizable viewing experience.
- Watch on any device, anywhere
- Explore movies and TV shows
- Filter content by platform
- Access live channel lineup
- Record content simultaneously
- Manage OnePass and DVR
- Search by title or actor
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Take your experience to the next level with Fision TV+, which allows you to watch your favorite shows and movies on any device, from anywhere in your home and on the go* What to Watch • Explore the best movies and TV shows • Use the top filter bar to find content to stream, watch live, bookmark, or record • View the content's available platforms On Demand • Thousands of shows and movies can be started, caught up on, or rewatched • Get access to a variety of ring sports and music events Guide • View your channel lineup • Search by specific times and dates • Access your favorite channels • Access to over 200 channels when not connected to Hotwire Fision internet My Shows • Record content simultaneously • Access your OnePass choices, single recordings, and bookmarked shows and movies • View available DVR space More • Manage your OnePass experience • Customize your favorite channels list • Enable or disable parental controls Search • Enter or speak the title of a show or the name of an actor to see a list of matches Requirements • Fision TV+ video subscription • Connection to your home FTV+ internet service to access your entire channel lineup • Access to internet for the 200+ channels available for streaming out of home • Fision TV+ username and password
Stans Idle Hour
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Your official guest companion for live music nights. KNOW WHO'S PLAYING TONIGHT See the full lineup the moment you open the app. Artist names, set times, stage info — all in one place. No more guessing, no more checking social media. DISCOVER ARTISTS Browse every artist on the schedule. Full profiles with photos, bio, genre, and social links. Turn a stranger on stage into a favourite artist. CHECK IN & EARN REWARDS Tap to check in when you arrive. Earn points automatically. Redeem them for real experiences — VIP access, backstage moments, and exclusive perks worth bragging about. NEVER MISS A SHOW See the full calendar of upcoming events. Save the dates that matter and get notified when new shows are announced. SPONSOR MOMENTS Discover the brands that support live music. Exclusive offers and promotions from sponsors who care about the same nights you do. PHOTO BOOTH Capture the night with a branded photo booth built into the app. Venue-framed photos ready to share — every post spreads the word. FAN WALL See what other guests are posting from tonight's show. Be part of the crowd, even before you arrive.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Stans Idle Hour at every 8 days against Fision TV+'s every 18 months. Stans Idle Hour also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Fision TV+ ships an update every 18 months, Stans Idle Hour every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Fision TV+ | Stans Idle Hour |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.2 (80 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 17.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 80 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 18 months | Every 8 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 364 MB | 96 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Hotwire Communications, Ltd | Colin Brechbill |
Bugs and requests
Fision TV+
Reported bugs
11 issues- App says no valid Fision+ account found
- App returns to login screen
- App only runs on one of two iPads
- App says to download compatible version which doesn't work
- App doesn't fill device margins
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- App is slow and buggy
- Streaming does not work well outside the home
- Cannot use other apps while streaming
- App doesn't retain services (ESPN, HBO Max)
- App has no PiP support
- App forces landscape mode viewing
Requested features
10 requests- Add Picture-in-Picture (PiP) support
- Enable streaming outside of home network
- Add Chromecast support
- Add AirPlay support for DVR recordings
- Make app available on Roku, Firestick, AppleTV
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- Improve app compatibility across devices
- Allow minimized viewing on phone
- Integrate all channels within the app, not separate apps
- Add recording history and scheduled recording lists
- Allow casting of DVR recordings to TV
Stans Idle Hour
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Fision TV+
No in-app purchases
Stans Idle Hour
No in-app purchases
