# KBS+ vs SBS

The clearest difference is rating: KBS+ at 2.9 against SBS's 1.8. KBS+ also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 15) and review sentiment (48% vs 17%). SBS's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks) and ratings volume (102 vs 17). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SBS sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. KBS+ asks for nothing beyond the download.

KBS+ holds the better App Store score, 2.9 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SBS has 102 ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of KBS+'s written reviews are positive against 17% of SBS's.

KBS+ ships an update every 5 weeks, SBS every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 21, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | KBS+ | SBS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[2.9 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kbs-plus/id462725252/reviews)** | [1.8 (102 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sbs-vod-7/id1020136055/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 17 | **102** |
| Positive reviews | **48.5% of reviews** | 17.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 99 MB | 85 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [KBS Media Co.](https://appshunter.io/developer/375647399) | [SBS I&M Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1289601318) |

## What reviewers say

### KBS+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kbs-plus/id462725252)

Stream live KBS channels and access a vast library of on-demand content. Offers specialized modes for kids and simplified viewing, plus emergency alerts and accessibility features like subtitles and audio descriptions.

**Highlights:** 39 live KBS channels, 50,000 on-demand programs, Dedicated Kids Mode, Simplified viewing mode, Emergency broadcast alerts, Premium documentary viewing, Subtitles and audio descriptions

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### SBS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sbs-vod-7/id1020136055)

Access live SBS broadcasts with real-time chat and catch up on missed episodes. Discover a vast library of 70,000+ VOD titles, from classics to new releases, updated monthly. Personalize your viewing with tailored recommendations and earn points for exclusive content access.

**Highlights:** Personalized home feed recommendations, Live SBS streaming with chat, Time machine for missed live broadcasts, Live broadcast reminders, Extensive VOD library (70,000+ titles), Points system for early access and rewards, Show ticket applications

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Auto_Renewable, LIVE | $1.99 | per month |
| play Live | $1.99 | per month |
| VOD (Mobile) | $3.99 | per month |
| VOD+Real-time TV (Mobile) | $4.99 | per month |
| VOD (Mobile+PC) | $4.99 | per month |
| Auto_Renewable, LIVE+VOD | $4.99 | per month |
| play Standard | $4.99 | per month |
| VOD+Real-time TV (Mobile+PC) | $5.99 | per month |
| play Premium | $7.99 | per month |
| Auto_Renewable, IntegratedPass | $9.99 | per month |
| 1day, LIVE+VOD | $1.99 | one-time |
| 7day, Real-time TV+VOD | $3.99 | one-time |
| 30day, Real-time TV+VOD | $6.99 | one-time |
| 30day, LIVE+VOD | $7.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is KBS+ free?

KBS+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SBS free?

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

### Which has better reviews, KBS+ or SBS?

KBS+ is rated higher. KBS+ averages 2.9 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while SBS averages 1.8 from 102 ratings.

### Do KBS+ or SBS have ads?

Both KBS+ and SBS show ads.

### Which is updated more often, KBS+ or SBS?

KBS+ ships an update every 5 weeks, and SBS every 2 weeks. Most recently, KBS+ was updated on September 21, 2026 and SBS on September 21, 2026.

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