The CDub Network vs IN THE BLACK NETWORK
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The CDub Network
A platform for creative content, made by creators for creators. Access exclusive features and a library of content through a monthly subscription. Enjoy a free trial before committing to a paid plan.
- Creative content hub
- Content for creatives
- Monthly subscription access
- Auto-renewing subscriptions
- Free trial available
- Manage subscriptions in-app
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Your destination for creative content....for creatives by creatives! To access all features and content you can subscribe to The CDub Network 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://cdubnetwork.vhx.tv/tos Privacy Policy: https://cdubnetwork.vhx.tv/privacy
IN THE BLACK NETWORK
This AVOD streaming service features culturally significant and relatable Black voices and original stories. Explore a diverse collection of multi-genre content from Black creators, including sports, music, drama, and family programming.
- Black voices and original stories
- Culturally significant content
- Multi-genre entertainment
- Sports, music, drama, kids/family
- Feature films
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In THE BLACK NETWORK (ITBN) is an AVOD streaming service that highlights Black voices and original stories that are culturally significant and relatable for all audiences. With an expansive collection of Black-focused entertainment, viewers can access multi-genre content from Black creators, including sports, music, scripted, drama, talk, kids/family, feature films and more. Dive in to premium branded experiences and discover curated channels and entertainment with In The Black Network’s Culture Hub.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: The CDub Network at none against IN THE BLACK NETWORK's shown. IN THE BLACK NETWORK's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (237 vs 26). On price, rating, review sentiment and in-app purchases 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. The CDub Network sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $29.99 per month and IN THE BLACK NETWORK sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for The CDub Network against 4.8 for IN THE BLACK NETWORK. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IN THE BLACK NETWORK has 237 ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 92% of The CDub Network's written reviews are positive against 86% of IN THE BLACK NETWORK's.
The CDub Network ships an update every 3 months, IN THE BLACK NETWORK every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.
| Parameter | The CDub Network | IN THE BLACK NETWORK |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (26 ratings) — better | 4.8 (237 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 92.3% of reviews — better | 85.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 26 | 237 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 6 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 46 MB | 60 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | The C-Dub Brand, LLC | In the Black Network Inc. |
Customer experience
The CDub Network
IN THE BLACK NETWORK
In-app purchases
The CDub Network
- The CDub Network Monthly3 Days trial$29.991 Month
IN THE BLACK NETWORK
- Tier 2 Movie Purchase$1.99
- Tier 3 Movie Rental$2.99
- Tier 3 Movie Purchase$2.99
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- Tier 5 Movie Purchase$4.99
- Tier 8 Bundle Purchase$7.99
- Tier 8 Movie Purchase$7.99
- Tier 10 Movie Purchase$9.99
- Tier 15 Movie Purchase$14.99
Questions
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