Dinamalar vs Thanthi TV
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Dinamalar
Access the latest news and updates from Tamil Nadu, India, and around the world. Stay informed with comprehensive coverage of politics, cinema, sports, business, and more, updated 24/7.
- Latest news from Tamil Nadu, India, and World
- Cinema news and reviews
- Sports news and live cricket scores
- Business news and market updates
- Photo gallery and video content
- Daily horoscope (Rasi palan)
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Dinamalar, a leading Tamil Newspaper & Dinamalar.com, No.1, Indian publication portal from India, bring out this iPhone app to provide its enriched content with better user experience. It will be updated 24x7 with a dedicated team. Dinamalar iPhone app gives you latest news from Tamil Nadu, India, World & important districts news, Cinema news, reviews, sports news & live cricket score, business news & NSE/BSE market update, Rasi palan and photo gallery & video – News, Trailer… with some unique iPhone user experience.
Thanthi TV
Stay informed with live streaming Tamil news, breaking alerts, and in-depth coverage of politics, business, sports, and more. Access a wide range of video news and exclusive programs from a trusted 24/7 Tamil news channel.
- Live TV streaming
- Breaking news alerts
- Video news and programs
- Category-wise news browsing
- User-friendly interface
- On-the-go news access
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Thanthi TV is Tamil Nadu’s most trusted 24×7 Tamil news channel, delivering fast, credible, and people-focused news across politics, current affairs, business, sports, cinema, and social issues. Part of the Daily Thanthi Group, Thanthi TV is known for its strong grassroots reporting, unbiased journalism, and in-depth coverage that reflects the real voice of the people. From breaking news and live political developments to exclusive interviews, debates, special reports, and on-ground stories, Thanthi TV keeps you connected to everything that matters in Tamil Nadu, India, and the world. The Thanthi TV app brings the power of live television and digital news together, ensuring you stay informed anytime, anywhere. A glimpse of the Thanthi TV App features: 1. Live TV Streaming Watch Thanthi TV live on your mobile device and stay updated with real-time breaking news and major events as they unfold. 2. Breaking News & Instant Alerts Receive instant notifications for top headlines, emergencies, and important developments so you never miss critical updates. 3. Video News & Exclusive Programs Access a wide range of news videos, talk shows, debates, interviews, documentaries, and special programs produced by the Thanthi TV newsroom. 4. Category-wise News Coverage Easily browse news across multiple categories including: Tamil Nadu India World Politics Business Sports Cinema Special Stories 5. User-Friendly & Smooth Experience The app is designed with a clean and intuitive interface, offering fast loading, seamless navigation, and easy sharing across social platforms. 6. Watch News on the Go Whether you are commuting, traveling, or multitasking, stay connected with uninterrupted Tamil news coverage wherever you are. The Thanthi TV app combines the credibility of television journalism with the speed and convenience of digital news, making it your go-to destination for trusted Tamil news updates. Follow Thanthi TV on official & verified social media handles: Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/ThanthiTV Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thanthitv/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thanthitv Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThanthiTV
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Thanthi TV at 2.7 against Dinamalar's 1.8. Thanthi TV also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months) and review sentiment (38% vs 26%). Dinamalar's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (208 vs 12). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Thanthi TV holds the better App Store score, 2.7 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dinamalar has 208 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 26% of Dinamalar's written reviews are positive against 38% of Thanthi TV's.
Dinamalar ships an update every 3 months, Thanthi TV every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.
| Parameter | Dinamalar | Thanthi TV |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.8 (208 ratings) | 2.7 (12 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 26.5% of reviews | 37.5% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 208 — better | 12 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 49 MB | 55 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dinamalar | The Daily Thanthi |
Customer experience
Dinamalar
Thanthi TV
Bugs and requests
Dinamalar
Reported bugs
3 issues- App crashes on opening certain sections
- Unable to navigate past terms and conditions screen
- Videos not playing with sound
Requested features
3 requests- Disable ads option
- Improve performance and stability
- Add support for latest device models
Thanthi TV
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Dinamalar
No in-app purchases
Thanthi TV
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Dinamalar free?
Is Thanthi TV free?
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