# SKY TV GUIDE vs iTV Shows

The clearest difference is review sentiment: iTV Shows at 46% against SKY TV GUIDE's 6%. iTV Shows also leads on ratings volume (224 vs 2) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). SKY TV GUIDE's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iTV Shows sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 2 months. SKY TV GUIDE asks for nothing beyond the download.

SKY TV GUIDE holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iTV Shows has 224 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 6% of SKY TV GUIDE's written reviews are positive against 46% of iTV Shows's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

SKY TV GUIDE ships an update every 2 months, iTV Shows every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | SKY TV GUIDE | iTV Shows |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sky-tv-guide/id430971650/reviews)** | [4.6 (224 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/itv-shows/id741292427/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **224** |
| Positive reviews | 6.0% of reviews | **46.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 38 MB | 44 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sky Network Television Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/430971653) | [Antoine Gamond](https://appshunter.io/developer/741292430) |

## What reviewers say

### SKY TV GUIDE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sky-tv-guide/id430971650)

Access SKY's electronic program guide on your mobile device. Discover daily must-see picks, browse all channels, and remotely record shows to your MY SKY box. Set alerts and personalize your viewing experience.

**Highlights:** Daily must-see picks, Remote Record to MY SKY, Launch SKY GO channels, Set show alerts, Browse guide (grid/single view), Personalize favorite channels, Extended EPG browsing, Search function

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 📱 Simple and intuitive user interface
- ⚡ Fast performance when working properly
- 🎯 Convenient remote recording functionality
- 📅 Useful for booking shows away from home
- 🔔 Alert notifications for scheduled programs

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔐 Persistent login/authentication issues
- 🚫 App crashes and freezes frequently
- ⏳ Stuck on welcome/loading screens
- 🔄 Constant forced logout requiring re-authentication
- 📊 Inaccurate program data and channel information

**Reported bugs**

- Login fails repeatedly despite correct credentials
- App stuck on welcome/splash screen indefinitely
- Forced logout after brief inactivity
- Remote recording shows success but doesn't record
- Synchronizing with server error messages

**Requested features**

- Remember login credentials between sessions
- Dark mode support
- Series link functionality
- Landscape view for iPhone
- Filter search results by live broadcast status


### iTV Shows

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/itv-shows/id741292427)

Easily track your favorite TV series and discover new ones with this powerful app. Mark watched episodes, see what's next, and get notified about new releases. Enjoy a seamless, private experience with iCloud synchronization.

**Highlights:** Track favorite TV series, Discover new shows, Mark watched episodes, See next episode details, New episode notifications, iCloud synchronization, Trakt.tv integration

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| iTV Shows+ 2 months | $0.99 | per 2 months |
| iTV Shows+ Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| iTV Shows+ Quaterly sub. | $3.99 | per 3 months |
| iTV Shows+ Yearly Special | $6.99 | per year |
| iTV Shows+ Yearly Sub. | $9.99 | per year |
| iTV Shows+ Lifetime | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Best TV tracking app
- 👍 Great interface and design
- 👍 Helpful for keeping up with shows
- 👍 Accurate and up-to-date information
- 🚀 Syncs well across devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and crashes frequently
- 🐛 Unreliable sync and data loss
- 🔒 Paywall for basic features
- 🔒 Forced to pay for updates
- 🐛 Slow development and lack of support

**Reported bugs**

- Episodes randomly marked as unwatched
- Shows disappearing from the app
- Search function not working
- Incompatibility issues with iOS updates
- iCloud/Trakt sync not functioning properly

**Requested features**

- Add movie tracking
- Customizable categories and sorting
- Ability to add personal notes
- Improved notification system
- Restore removed features from previous versions


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SKY TV GUIDE free?

SKY TV GUIDE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is iTV Shows free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SKY TV GUIDE or iTV Shows?

SKY TV GUIDE is rated higher. SKY TV GUIDE averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while iTV Shows averages 4.6 from 224 ratings.

### Do SKY TV GUIDE or iTV Shows have ads?

Neither SKY TV GUIDE nor iTV Shows shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SKY TV GUIDE or iTV Shows?

SKY TV GUIDE ships an update every 2 months, and iTV Shows every 10 days. Most recently, SKY TV GUIDE was updated on October 24, 2026 and iTV Shows on October 24, 2026.

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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.*