Comparison

MBC MOOD vs PG Kids

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

Head to head
About

MBC MOOD

Stream Saudi Arabia's top hit music stations, including Khaleeji and Pan-Arab hits. Access live news, watch TV channels, and enjoy poetry. Interact with presenters, listen to a wide range of Arabic podcasts, and experience high-quality audio across Apple devices.

Highlights
  • Listen to MBC FM and Panorama FM
  • Live Al Arabiya FM news stream
  • Watch Wanasah TV
  • Live studio video feeds
  • Interact with radio presenters
  • Listen to Arabic podcasts
  • Dedicated poetry channel
Features
Read full description

Discover the All-New MBC MOOD – Your Ultimate Arabic Music, Radio & Podcast App Experience MBC MOOD like never before with a revamped design, faster performance, and a more intuitive, user-friendly interface making it easier than ever to stream your favorite Arabic music, live radio stations, podcasts, and entertainment content. Stream Saudi Arabia’s Top Radio Stations • Listen to MBC FM for the best Khaleeji music featuring Mohammad Abdo, Abdel Majid Abdallah, Rabeh Sakr, Ayed, Fouad Abdelwahed, and more. • Tune in to Panorama FM for the biggest Pan-Arab hits from Amr Diab, Mohamed Hamaki, Asalah, Hussain Al Jassmi, and top regional artists. • Stay informed with Al Arabiya FM, delivering 24/7 live news from Saudi Arabia, the Middle East, and around the world. Watch & Listen in One App • Stream Wanasah TV directly within the app. • Watch live video feeds from MBC FM and Panorama FM studios. • Enjoy your dedicated s24/7 Arabic poetry channel. Podcasts & On-Demand Content MBC MOOD is the home of premium Arabic podcasts. Discover and stream: • Wahed Menkom by Mustafa Agha & Mai Al Khatib • Arous Beirut Podcast • Al Asouf Podcast • Elissa – The Podcast …and many more trending shows. Interact Live with Radio Hosts Engage with your favorite presenters in real time—send text messages, voice notes, and photos, participate in live shows, and get the chance to win exciting prizes. Seamless Multi-Device Experience Enjoy MBC MOOD anytime, anywhere: • iPhone & iPad • Apple CarPlay • Apple TV • Apple Watch

About

PG Kids

A safe, ad-free platform offering thousands of original Arabic and English cartoons, songs, and educational shows for children. Content is curated by experts and accessible on multiple devices, with new episodes added regularly.

Highlights
  • Thousands of original Arabic and English series & songs
  • Curated by educators and child development experts
  • 100% safe: No ads, no interruptions
  • Kid-friendly interface with easy navigation
  • Subtitles available for many shows
  • Unlimited streaming on all devices
Read full description

PG Kids is a safe and original entertainment and edutainment platform made just for kids! Created in collaboration with educational experts, loving parents, and top creative talents, PG Kids offers thousands of original cartoons, songs, and shows—all tailored for young minds. Enjoy a worry-free viewing experience for your child, with no ads, age-appropriate content, and a kid-friendly design. One account supports up to four users, perfect for siblings, family, or friends. Watch anywhere—on your mobile, tablet, laptop, or Smart TV. Discover fun adventures, heartwarming stories, catchy songs, and engaging educational content. New shows and episodes are added regularly to keep your child learning and laughing every day. Key Features • Thousands of original Arabic and English series & songs • Curated by educators and child development experts • 100% safe: No ads, no interruptions • Kid-friendly interface with easy navigation • Subtitles available for many shows • Smart search and personalized favorite list • Unlimited streaming, anytime and anywhere • Works on Mobiles, Tablets, Laptops, and Smart TVs • Global access with localized content • Free trial — cancel anytime, no commitment Our app offers auto-renewing subscriptions. You'll receive unlimited access to content on all your devices. Payment is charged to your account at confirmation of purchase. Pricing varies by location and is confirmed prior to purchase. Subscription automatically renews each month unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period, or the trial period (when offered). Cancel anytime in Account Settings. Terms of Service: https://pg-kids.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://pg-kids.com/privacy

Screenshots

MBC MOOD4 screens
PG Kids4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MBC MOOD at 4.3 against PG Kids's 3.0. MBC MOOD also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6) and review sentiment (54% vs 20%). PG Kids's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. PG Kids sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. MBC MOOD asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MBC MOOD holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MBC MOOD has 156 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of MBC MOOD's written reviews are positive against 20% of PG Kids's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MBC MOOD ships an update every 4 months, PG Kids every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
MBC MOOD versus PG Kids: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMBC MOODPG Kids
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (156 ratings) — better3.0 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews53.8% of reviews — better20.0% of reviews
Number of ratings156 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple TV, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size90 MB63 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMBC GroupProgressive Generation Inc

Customer experience

MBC MOOD

All ratings156 ratings
Positive84.6%
Neutral2.6%
Negative12.8%
Written reviews130 reviews
Positive53.8%
Neutral5.4%
Negative40.8%

PG Kids

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral40.0%
Negative40.0%

In-app purchases

None

MBC MOOD

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

PG Kids

Subscriptions6
  • Silver7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Silver CBFT13 Months trial$4.991 Month
  • اشتراك شهري: مشاهدة غير محدودة7 Days trial$4.991 Month
Show 3 more
  • Gold7 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Platinum7 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Diamond7 Days trial$79.991 Year

Questions

Is MBC MOOD free?
MBC MOOD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PG Kids free?
PG Kids is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MBC MOOD or PG Kids?
MBC MOOD is rated higher. MBC MOOD averages 4.3 out of 5 from 156 ratings, while PG Kids averages 3.0 from 3 ratings.
Do MBC MOOD or PG Kids have ads?
Neither MBC MOOD nor PG Kids shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MBC MOOD or PG Kids?
MBC MOOD ships an update every 4 months, and PG Kids every 6 weeks. Most recently, MBC MOOD was updated on November 1, 2026 and PG Kids on November 3, 2026.

Other comparisons