Comparison

Plex vs UK TV Guide

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Plex

Stream live TV channels, discover new shows, and watch movies on demand for free. Organize your personal media collection and enjoy content from major studios and news partners across various genres. Watch anywhere, on any device, with friends.

Highlights
  • Stream 600+ free live TV channels
  • Watch free movies from major studios
  • On-demand TV series streaming
  • Organize and stream personal media
  • Watch news from global partners
  • Discover new shows and movies
Features
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Watch Live TV free and TV series you know and love on Plex. Discover brand new shows and enjoy on-demand TV channels, all in one place. Watch TV anywhere, on any device, together with your friends! Stream movies easily with Plex. Watch your favorite movies from A24, Warner Brothers, MGM, Lionsgate and more! Enjoy hundreds of free, full-length movies from every genre: anime movies, children's movies, documentaries, and much more. Dive into over 600 channels of top TV programming such as FOX Sports, PBS Antiques Roadshow, and more! Explore favorites like True Crime Now, Game Show Central, and TED when you download Plex today. Watch news from over 190 global publishing partners, including CBS, Financial Times, Euronews, and top local news sources for over 80% of markets in the U.S. Plex also lets you organize your personal collection of movies and TV shows and find new recommendations. Stream TV, movies and more with Plex. PLEX FEATURES: Live TV Streaming: - Stream Live TV with access to 600+ channels of free live programming - Discover live channels for everyone in the family: Watch kid shows, news, sports, and more - Watch the news with CBS, Financial Times, Euronews, local news channels and more Watch Movies Anywhere: - Watch movies online or offline, anytime - Stream movies from your favorite studios, all for free - Full movies of all categories: Children’s movies, anime movies, new movies and more TV On-Demand: - Stream on demand TV shows instantly - Watch TV series favorites or find something new for the whole family - Watch TV shows anywhere, on any device Plex Media: - Organize your collection of video movies and shows and discover new ones - Store your personal media such as movies and shows, and stream them on any device Download today and start streaming, with Plex. Note: Streaming personal media requires Plex Media Server version 1.18.3 and higher installed and running to stream to other devices. DRM-protected content, ISO disc images, and video_ts folders are not supported. Some features of this app are supported by interest-based advertising, to learn more about this and your choices regarding it visit the Plex Privacy Policy. The app offers (but does not require) a Plex Pass In-App Purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off in your iTunes Account at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, charged at the same rate for renewals. Subscriptions may be managed and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your iTunes Account Settings after purchase. See the terms of service at https://www.plex.tv/about/privacy-legal/plex-terms-of-service/

About

UK TV Guide

This application provides comprehensive live TV listings for all major UK channels. Users can explore schedules, set reminders, and create watchlists to never miss their favorite programs. It offers a personalized viewing experience for over 450 channels.

Highlights
  • Live UK TV listings
  • Over 450 channels
  • Custom watchlist
  • Set reminders
  • Browse by category
  • Personalized viewing
Features
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Discover UK TV Guide - Your Ultimate TV Companion UK TV Guide - Live UK TV Listings is the must-have iOS app for navigating the best TV shows. Explore a seamless TV guide experience with comprehensive TV listings from top channels like BBC, ITV, Sky, Freeview, Virgin Media ... All-in-One TV Listings Guide Immerse yourself schedules for over 450 channels, including live TV on Sky, Freeview, and Virgin Media. Stay organized with a custom watchlist, set reminders, and discover your favorite shows with ease. TV Listings: Access detailed TV listings across major UK channels, including Sky, Freeview, and Virgin Media. Ultimate TV Guide Experience: Browse your favorite TV guide live TV categories, from Arts to Sports like Premier league. Explore Freeview, Sky, BBC, and more for the ultimate viewing experience. Personalized TV Viewing: Tailor your TV guide to match your preferences. With UK TV Guide - Live UK TV Listings, you’ll never miss a show. From festive specials to live sports on channels like Sky sport and Freeview, this app elevates your TV viewing experience with the most comprehensive TV listings guide. Join thousands who rely on UK TV Guide - Live TV UK Listings to simplify their TV viewing. Download today for a streamlined TV guide live TV experience. Privacy Policy: http://privacy.twice-perfect.com/uk_tv_guide Terms of Use: https://twice-perfect.com/termofuser.html Download UK TV Guide - Live TV UK Listings now

Screenshots

Plex4 screens
UK TV Guide4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Plex at 138K against UK TV Guide's 117. Plex also leads on review sentiment (31% vs 15%) and chart position (#79 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Plex sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and UK TV Guide sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Plex against 4.5 for UK TV Guide. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Plex has 138K ratings behind it against 117, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 31% of Plex's written reviews are positive against 15% of UK TV Guide's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Plex ships an update every 2 weeks, UK TV Guide every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Plex versus UK TV Guide: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlexUK TV Guide
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (138K ratings) — better4.5 (117 ratings)
Positive reviews31.1% of reviews — better14.9% of reviews
Number of ratings138K — better117
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#79 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TViPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size122 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPlex Inc.Wajih Sakka

Customer experience

Plex

All ratings137,743 ratings
Positive90.5%
Neutral2.7%
Negative6.8%
Written reviews4,042 reviews
Positive31.1%
Neutral7.6%
Negative61.3%

UK TV Guide

All ratings117 ratings
Positive88.0%
Neutral6.8%
Negative5.1%
Written reviews74 reviews
Positive14.9%
Neutral6.8%
Negative78.4%

Bugs and requests

Plex

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Inability to connect to local server
  • Synced content disappearing or not playing
  • Inconsistent behavior across platforms
  • Metadata and library organization issues
  • Frequent app crashes and freezes

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved playlist management
  • Better Chromecast and subtitle support
  • Customizable home screen and navigation
  • Seamless integration with audio/video apps
  • Simplified server setup and maintenance

UK TV Guide

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Plex

Subscriptions6
  • Monthly Remote Watch Pass14 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Monthly Remote Watch Pass3 Months trial$2.991 Month
  • Monthly Plex Pass$6.991 Month
Show 3 more
  • Yearly Remote Watch Pass14 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Yearly Remote Watch Pass3 Months trial$29.991 Year
  • Yearly Plex Pass$69.991 Year
One-time2
  • iOS App Activation (enable streaming playback on iOS devices)$4.99
  • Lifetime Plex Pass$979.00
2 purchases

UK TV Guide

Subscriptions2
  • Best UK TV Guide Premium7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • UK TV Guide Yearly$11.991 Year

Questions

Is Plex free?
Plex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is UK TV Guide free?
UK TV Guide is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Plex or UK TV Guide?
Plex is rated higher. Plex averages 4.6 out of 5 from 138K ratings, while UK TV Guide averages 4.5 from 117 ratings.
Do Plex or UK TV Guide have ads?
Both Plex and UK TV Guide show ads.
Which is updated more often, Plex or UK TV Guide?
Plex ships an update every 2 weeks, and UK TV Guide every 10 days. Most recently, Plex was updated on September 24, 2026 and UK TV Guide on September 14, 2026.

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