# 央视影音HD vs 央视频

The clearest difference is rating: 央视频 at 4.8 against 央视影音HD's 3.1. 央视频 also leads on review sentiment (52% vs 14%) and ads (none vs shown). 央视影音HD's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). On price, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 央视影音HD sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and 央视频 sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

央视频 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 央视频 has 4.5K ratings behind it against 132, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of 央视影音HD's written reviews are positive against 52% of 央视频's.

央视影音HD ships an update every 3 months, 央视频 every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 央视影音HD | 央视频 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (132 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hd/id391071343/reviews) | **[4.8 (4.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id1479814602/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 132 | **4.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 13.8% of reviews | **51.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 175 MB | 142 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CCTV international network company Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/331259728) | [Yangshipin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1567350931) |

## What reviewers say

### 央视影音HD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hd/id391071343)

Access live CCTV channels, popular TV shows, movies, and sports events. Enjoy documentaries, cultural programs, and news updates. Offers live streaming and on-demand content with a subscription option for ad-free viewing and exclusive content.

**Highlights:** Live CCTV channel streaming, On-demand TV shows and movies, Live sports event broadcasts, News and current affairs updates, Cultural and documentary programs, Interactive viewing experiences

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 教育频道40元点播付费 | $5.99 | one-time |
| 教育频道50元点播付费 | $6.99 | one-time |
| 教育频道68元点播付费 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 教育频道98元点播付费 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 教育频道113元点播付费 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 教育频道138元点播付费 | $19.99 | one-time |
| 教育频道158元点播付费 | $22.99 | one-time |
| 教育频道188元点播付费 | $29.99 | one-time |
| 教育频道238元点播付费 | $34.99 | one-time |
| 教育频道288元点播付费 | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast video playback
- 💡 Comprehensive content library

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 📺 Poor video quality
- 🚫 Restricted content access in certain regions

**Reported bugs**

- Videos randomly pause or stop playing
- App freezes when switching between channels
- Notifications disrupt viewing experience

**Requested features**

- Improved video quality options
- Ability to rewind/pause live streams
- Support for Chromecast and Apple TV
- Customizable font size and UI


### 央视频

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id1479814602)

Watch the World Cup in 4K with professional commentary and a smooth, immersive experience. Access a wide range of content including dramas, news, and exclusive videos from renowned personalities.

**Highlights:** 4K UHD World Cup streaming, Professional commentary, Low-latency, smooth viewing, Diverse content library, Exclusive celebrity videos, Live TV channel broadcasts

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 央视频VIP连续包月 | $2.99 | per month |
| 央视频15天VIP | $0.99 | one-time |
| 点播付费5元 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1个月VIP会员 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 央视频VIP月度会员 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 3个月VIP会员 | $7.99 | one-time |
| 12个月VIP会员 | $24.99 | one-time |
| 12个月VIP会员 | $26.99 | one-time |
| 12个月VIP会员 | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Familiar TV channels
- 🌍 Accessible for overseas users
- 🎥 High-quality video
- 📺 Convenient mobile viewing
- 🇨🇳 Patriotic content

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Excessive ads and paywalls
- 🚫 Geo-restrictions for overseas users
- 📱 Lack of iPad optimization
- 🔌 Streaming issues and buffering
- 🤖 Compatibility problems on various devices

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes and app instability
- Disappearing controls and settings
- Incorrect location detection leading to access restrictions

**Requested features**

- Support for AirPlay and screen mirroring
- Develop versions for iPad, Android TV, and game consoles
- Improve video quality and resolution options
- Enhance offline viewing and resume playback features


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 央视影音HD free?

央视影音HD is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is 央视频 free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 央视影音HD or 央视频?

央视频 is rated higher. 央视影音HD averages 3.1 out of 5 from 132 ratings, while 央视频 averages 4.8 from 4.5K ratings.

### Do 央视影音HD or 央视频 have ads?

央视影音HD shows ads; 央视频 does not.

### Which is updated more often, 央视影音HD or 央视频?

央视影音HD ships an update every 3 months, and 央视频 every 9 days. Most recently, 央视影音HD was updated on November 6, 2026 and 央视频 on November 11, 2026.

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