# KBS+ vs StarPlayer+

The clearest difference is rating: StarPlayer+ at 3.8 against KBS+'s 2.9. StarPlayer+ also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). KBS+'s advantage is review sentiment (48% vs 30%) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

StarPlayer+ holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: StarPlayer+ has 88 ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 48% of KBS+'s written reviews are positive against 30% of StarPlayer+'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

KBS+ ships an update every 5 weeks, StarPlayer+ every 3 months. Both last shipped on September 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | KBS+ | StarPlayer+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.9 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kbs-plus/id462725252/reviews) | **[3.8 (88 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/starplayer-plus/id1474597276/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 17 | **88** |
| Positive reviews | **48.5% of reviews** | 30.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Size | 99 MB | 84 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [KBS Media Co.](https://appshunter.io/developer/375647399) | [Axissoft](https://appshunter.io/developer/598865747) |

## 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


### StarPlayer+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/starplayer-plus/id1474597276)

This app allows for seamless playback of MP4 video content on mobile devices. It offers advanced playback controls, including speed adjustment, A-B repeat, and gesture-based navigation. Manage your video library with ease using folder management and bookmarking features.

**Highlights:** MP4 content playback, Speed control (0.5x - 2.0x), Gesture controls for brightness and playback, A-B repeat playback, Bookmark management with memo feature, Folder management, Background MP4 download

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is KBS+ free?

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

### Is StarPlayer+ free?

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

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

StarPlayer+ is rated higher. KBS+ averages 2.9 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while StarPlayer+ averages 3.8 from 88 ratings.

### Do KBS+ or StarPlayer+ have ads?

KBS+ shows ads; StarPlayer+ does not.

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

KBS+ ships an update every 5 weeks, and StarPlayer+ every 3 months. Most recently, KBS+ was updated on September 29, 2026 and StarPlayer+ on September 29, 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.*