# Netflix vs CATCHPLAY+

The clearest difference is monetization model: CATCHPLAY+ at free with in-app purchases against Netflix's subscription. CATCHPLAY+ also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). Netflix's advantage is review sentiment (59% vs 30%) and ratings volume (7.3M vs 114). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Netflix sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month and CATCHPLAY+ sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Netflix holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Netflix has 7.3M ratings behind it against 114, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of Netflix's written reviews are positive against 30% of CATCHPLAY+'s.

Netflix ships an update weekly, CATCHPLAY+ fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Netflix | CATCHPLAY+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (7.3M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/netflix/id363590051/reviews)** | [4.4 (114 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/catchplay-plus/id1062810357/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.3M** | 114 |
| Positive reviews | **58.7% of reviews** | 30.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#15** | — |
| Size | 196 MB | 256 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Netflix, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/363590054) | [CatchPlay, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/398458573) |

## What reviewers say

### Netflix

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/netflix/id363590051)

**Currently charting:** #15 Top Free · Entertainment, #17 Top Grossing · Entertainment, #79 Top Free, #108 Top Grossing (US App Store)

Stream award-winning series, movies, documentaries, and stand-up specials from around the world. Get personalized recommendations and enjoy a safe kids' experience. Watch on your device while traveling or taking a break.

**Highlights:** Award-winning series, movies, documentaries, Personalized recommendations, Kids' safe watching experience, Stream on any device, New titles added regularly, Notifications for new releases

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Netflix | $19.99 | per month |
| Netflix 2 Screens - Unlimited Streaming | $19.99 | per month |
| Netflix Standard | $19.99 | per month |
| Netflix 4 Screens - Unlimited Streaming | $26.99 | per month |
| Netflix Premium | $26.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great selection of movies and TV shows
- 👍 Convenient offline viewing
- 💡 Customizable profiles for different users
- 🚀 Smooth streaming experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and bugs in the app
- 🔋 High data usage and battery drain
- 🤔 Inconsistent rating system and content availability
- 😡 Removing popular shows and movies

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes
- Offline downloads not working as expected
- Profile switching issues
- Playback controls not functioning properly

**Requested features**

- Add a teen-friendly section
- Allow removing items from 'Continue Watching'
- Improve content management and availability
- Provide better account management options


### CATCHPLAY+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/catchplay-plus/id1062810357)

Access a vast library of movies and series, from blockbusters to hidden gems. Get personalized recommendations, behind-the-scenes content, and enjoy a seamless viewing experience across multiple devices.

**Highlights:** Weekly updated movie and series library, Personalized recommendations, Behind-the-scenes content, Cross-device viewing history sync, Stream on 2 devices concurrently, IMDb ratings and genre filters

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (21)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MOVIE LOVERS Basic Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| 4 SINGLE RENTALS | $4.99 | per month |
| CP+ Unlimited | $6.49 | per month |
| MOVIE LOVER Basic Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Personal Plan | $7.99 | per month |
| Personal Plan 12M Special | $7.99 | per month |
| Personal Plan 12 Months | $7.99 | per month |
| Personal Plan 3 Months | $7.99 | per month |
| Personal Plan 3 Months Special | $7.99 | per month |
| UNLIMITED COMBO | $8.99 | per month |
| Group Plan Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Group Plan 3 Months Special | $9.99 | per month |
| MOVIE LOVERS BASIC 12 MONTHS | $11.99 | per year |
| MOVIE LOVERS PROMOTION | $12.99 | per year |
| Single Rental | $0.99 | one-time |
| Single Rental | $1.99 | one-time |
| Single Rental | $2.99 | one-time |
| Single Rental | $3.99 | one-time |
| Single Rental | $4.99 | one-time |
| 4 SINGLE RENTALS | $4.99 | one-time |
| Single Rental | $11.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Netflix free?

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

### Is CATCHPLAY+ free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Netflix or CATCHPLAY+?

Netflix is rated higher. Netflix averages 4.7 out of 5 from 7.3M ratings, while CATCHPLAY+ averages 4.4 from 114 ratings.

### Do Netflix or CATCHPLAY+ have ads?

Both Netflix and CATCHPLAY+ show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Netflix or CATCHPLAY+?

Netflix ships an update weekly, and CATCHPLAY+ fortnightly. Most recently, Netflix was updated on September 29, 2026 and CATCHPLAY+ on September 18, 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.*