# Netflix vs Upflix

The clearest difference is monetization model: Upflix at free with in-app purchases against Netflix's subscription. Upflix also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). Netflix's advantage is review sentiment (59% vs 28%) and rating (4.7 vs 4.3). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Netflix sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month and Upflix sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Netflix holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Netflix has 7.3M ratings behind it against 5.6K, 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 28% of Upflix's.

Netflix ships an update weekly, Upflix every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Netflix | Upflix |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (7.3M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/netflix/id363590051/reviews)** | [4.3 (5.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/upflix-streaming-tracker/id562782540/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.3M** | 5.6K |
| Positive reviews | **58.7% of reviews** | 27.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#10** | — |
| Size | 194 MB | 100 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Netflix, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/363590054) | [Douglas Alves](https://appshunter.io/developer/562782543) |

## What reviewers say

### Netflix

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

**Currently charting:** #10 Top Free · Entertainment, #14 Top Grossing · Entertainment, #78 Top Free, #109 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


### Upflix

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/upflix-streaming-tracker/id562782540)

Stop wasting time searching for what to watch. This app aggregates content across your streaming subscriptions, providing smart verdicts on titles, unified search, and episode tracking. It helps you discover where to stream movies and shows and organize your viewing.

**Highlights:** Unified search across streaming services, Smart Verdicts powered by Apple Intelligence, Real-time episode release notifications, Unified watchlist management, Expert ratings from IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, TMDB, Roulette Duo for couple decision-making

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove ads and tracking | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Upflix Premium - Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Upflix Premium - Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Upflix Premium - Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Netflix free?

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

### Is Upflix free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Netflix or Upflix?

Netflix is rated higher. Netflix averages 4.7 out of 5 from 7.3M ratings, while Upflix averages 4.3 from 5.6K ratings.

### Do Netflix or Upflix have ads?

Both Netflix and Upflix show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Netflix or Upflix?

Netflix ships an update weekly, and Upflix every 5 days. Most recently, Netflix was updated on September 24, 2026 and Upflix on September 23, 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.*