Comparison

MBC MOOD vs X1 Events

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
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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

X1 Events

Features
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X1 Events is the place for industry news from the world of audio and radio. Powered by Radio Express.

Screenshots

MBC MOOD4 screens
X1 Events4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: X1 Events at monthly against MBC MOOD's every 4 months. MBC MOOD's advantage is device support (4 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MBC MOOD ships an update every 4 months, X1 Events monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
MBC MOOD versus X1 Events: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMBC MOODX1 Events
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (156 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews53.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings156 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple TV, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size90 MB94 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperMBC GroupRadio Express International

In-app purchases

None

MBC MOOD

No in-app purchases

None

X1 Events

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MBC MOOD free?
MBC MOOD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is X1 Events free?
X1 Events is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MBC MOOD or X1 Events have ads?
Neither MBC MOOD nor X1 Events shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MBC MOOD or X1 Events?
MBC MOOD ships an update every 4 months, and X1 Events monthly. Most recently, MBC MOOD was updated on November 1, 2026 and X1 Events on October 30, 2026.

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