# NFL vs MLB

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MLB at 40% against NFL's 19%. MLB also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.5) and device support (5 vs 3). NFL's advantage is chart position (#1 vs #5) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NFL sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and MLB sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

MLB holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 412K and 952K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 19% of NFL's written reviews are positive against 40% of MLB's.

NFL ships an update weekly, MLB every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 14, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | NFL | MLB |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (412K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfl/id389781154/reviews) | **[4.7 (952K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mlb/id493619333/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 412K | **952K** |
| Positive reviews | 19.5% of reviews | **39.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | #5 |
| Size | 246 MB | 490 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [NFL Enterprises LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/389781157) | [MLB](https://appshunter.io/developer/281969992) |

## What reviewers say

### NFL

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfl/id389781154)

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Grossing · Sports, #16 Top Grossing, #19 Top Free · Sports (US App Store)

Stay connected to the NFL season with live scores, highlights, breaking news, and analysis. Stream live games, listen to audio broadcasts, and access exclusive content with premium subscriptions.

**Highlights:** Live scoring and in-game highlights, Breaking news and insider analysis, Stream live out-of-market preseason games, Stream live local and primetime regular season games, Listen to live game audio, Watch NFL RedZone and game replays, Access player and team performance stats

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NFL+ Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| NFL+ Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| NFL+ Annual | $49.99 | per year |
| NFL+ Premium Annual | $99.99 | per year |
| NFL Game Pass 2019 | Free | one-time |
| NFL RedZone 2019 Pass | $19.99 | one-time |
| 2020 NFL Game Pass | $49.99 | one-time |
| Season Plus Pass | $79.99 | one-time |
| NFL Game Pass 2017 Subscription | $99.99 | one-time |
| NFL Game Pass 2018 | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Great app for following NFL
- 🌎 Useful for international fans
- 📊 Provides good stats and information

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and crashes frequently
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find content
- 🔇 Inconsistent video/audio playback
- 💰 Expensive subscription with limited features
- 🔄 Automatic video playback is annoying

**Reported bugs**

- News section not working
- Subscription issues and login problems
- Streaming problems and black screens
- Inconsistent performance across devices

**Requested features**

- Allow casting to TV
- Improve game replay functionality
- Add more customization options
- Provide better score/stat tracking


### MLB

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mlb/id493619333)

**Currently charting:** #5 Top Grossing · Sports, #36 Top Free · Sports (US App Store)

This app provides live baseball video and audio, offering personalized programming and on-demand content. Subscribers gain access to out-of-market games, MLB Network, and extensive minor league coverage. Enjoy real-time highlights and game updates directly on your device.

**Highlights:** Live game video and audio streaming, Real-time highlights and alerts, Customizable news feed, Player position and batted ball tracking, Minor League Baseball game streaming, MLB Film Room video library

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MLB+ | $5.99 | per month |
| MLB+  with Trial | $5.99 | per month |
| MLB+ Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| MLB.TV Monthly | $29.99 | per month |
| MLB.TV Monthly Trial | $29.99 | per month |
| MLB+ Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| 2021 MLB.TV for T-Mobile | Free | one-time |
| 2023 MLB.TV Yearly | Free | one-time |
| 2024 MLB.TV Yearly | Free | one-time |
| 2026 MLB.TV Seasonal | Free | one-time |
| MLB.TV for T-Mobile Customers | Free | one-time |
| 2025 MLB.TV Yearly | Free | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Comprehensive coverage of MLB
- 🌎 Great for international fans
- 📊 Detailed stats and information
- 🎧 Ability to listen to radio broadcasts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and bugs
- 📆 Confusing date/time display for international users
- 🔇 Audio issues and delays
- 🚫 Frustrating blackout restrictions
- 💰 Expensive subscription with too many ads

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes and crashes
- Incorrect game dates and times
- Audio playback issues and delays
- Unreliable video streaming

**Requested features**

- Option to hide scores for spoiler-free viewing
- Improved navigation and UI
- Resume watching functionality for archived games
- Better support for older devices and iOS versions


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NFL free?

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

### Is MLB free?

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

### Which has better reviews, NFL or MLB?

MLB is rated higher. NFL averages 4.5 out of 5 from 412K ratings, while MLB averages 4.7 from 952K ratings.

### Do NFL or MLB have ads?

Both NFL and MLB show ads.

### Which is updated more often, NFL or MLB?

NFL ships an update weekly, and MLB every 2 weeks. Most recently, NFL was updated on October 14, 2026 and MLB on October 14, 2026.

### Which is more popular, NFL or MLB?

NFL currently peaks at #1 in the App Store charts, and MLB at #5. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*