KBS+ vs KORTV
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
KBS+
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.
- 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
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온 가족이 즐기는 클린 OTT 서비스 KBS+ 여러분의 수신료 더 나은 공영미디어를 위하여 KBS의 방영 중인 프로그램부터 사랑받은 구작까지 KBS+에서 만나볼 수 있습니다. ● 39개의 KBS 실시간 채널 + 5만 개의 다시보기 - 언제 어디서나 KBS+만 실행하면 바로 시청 가능합니다. ● 이용자에 주목한 총 3가지 모드 제공! - KBS+의 모든 기능을 활용할 수 있는 '일반모드' - 교육과 재미를 한 번에! 우리 아이에게 안심하고 보여줄 수 있는 '키즈모드' - 버튼 하나만 누르면 콘텐츠를 쉽고 편하게 시청! '간편모드' ● 공영미디어의 가치, 대국민 재난 안전 서비스 - 재난/재해 발생 시 KBS 편성 시스템과 연계된 뉴스특보 알림을 통해 신속하게 알려드려요. ● 선명하게 즐기는 명품관 서비스 시청자들에게 사랑받은 고품격 다큐멘터리를 프리미엄 화질로 만나보세요. ● 배리어프리, 모두가 즐길 수 있는 미디어 서비스 - 접근성을 위한 이미지 대체 텍스트 적용 - 실시간 (KBS1, KBS2) 및 주요 프로그램 다시보기 "자막" 제공 ● 콘텐츠 시청에 도움 되는 편의 기능 - 타임머신: 방금 지나간 그 장면 다시 보고 싶다면? 다시보기 기다리지 말고 바로 돌려보세요. - 멀티태스킹: SNS, 인터넷, 메신저, 게임까지 영상 시청 중에도 다 가능합니다. [앱 접근 권한 상세 안내] ○ 필수 접근 권한 - 저장공간: 앱 성능 향상을 위하여 재사용되는 정보를 저장하고 활용합니다. - 네트워크: 셀룰러 데이터 시 영상이 재생되어 예상치 못한 데이터 사용을 방지하고, 구글 크롬캐스트로 TV 등과 같은 기기를 탐색 및 연결하는데 활용합니다. ○ 선택 접근 권한 - 블루투스: 블루투스를 사용하여 구글 크롬캐스트를 위한 미러링 기기를 찾고 연결할 수 있도록 합니다. - 전화: 콘텐츠 재생 중 전화를 사용할 경우, 현재 상태를 저장하고 통화 종료 후 다시 불러올 수 있도록 합니다. - 마이크: 마이크를 사용하여 구글 크롬캐스트를 위한 미러링 기기를 찾고 연결할 수 있도록 합니다. - 카메라: 게시판에 업로드할 사진 및 영상을 가져옵니다. - 사진: 사진첩에 접근하여 게시판에 업로드할 사진 및 영상을 가져옵니다. ※ 선택 접근 권한은 해당 기능 사용 시 허용이 필요하며, 허용하지 않아도 해당 권한의 기능을 제외한 서비스 이용이 가능합니다. ※ 프로그램 전송권으로 인해 해외에서는 일부 실시간 채널만 시청 가능합니다. ※ 요구사항 - 필수 사양 : iOS 14.0 이상 - 권장 사양 : iOS 14.0 이상
KORTV
Stream live Korean television networks and enjoy a vast library of on-demand movies and shows. Access news, K-dramas, and K-pop content on your TV, smartphone, or tablet. Offers various subscription plans with free trials.
- Live Korean TV broadcasts
- On-demand movies and shows
- 24/7 Korean news channels
- Dedicated K-Pop channels
- Multi-device compatibility
- Subscription plans with free trials
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KORTV is the global destinaKORTV is the global destination for live Korean entertainment. Stream live broadcasts from the leading Korean television networks such as KBS World, TV Chosun, Arirang TV, and watch the latest movies and shows on-demand! Why KORTV? • The Korean TV experience at the comfort of your home. • Get the latest news from Korea with 24/7 TV news networks. • Stream hundreds of Korean blockbusters and K-Dramas on demand. • Stay up to date with dedicated K-Pop channels. • Watch at home or on the go. KORTV is available on your TV, smartphone, and tablet. • Simple plan structure. No hidden fees or conditions. For more info, please visit https://www.kortv.com Choose your subscription plan: Silver Watch 15 Live Korean TV Broadcast including KBS WORLD24, MBN, Arirang TV, Yonhap News TV 200+ Premium Movies and Shows On-Demand (Regularly Updated) 1 Week Free Trial Available! ※ Regional restrictions may apply. Available content may be added/changed in the future. Gold All Channels in Silver Package + Access 7 More Live TV Channels including TV Chosun and KBS WORLD 200+ Premium Movies and Shows On-Demand (Regularly Updated) 1 Week Free Trial Available! ※ Regional restrictions may apply. Available content may be added/changed in the future. Users of this application can subscribe to optional auto-renewing subscriptions for premium access to additional live channels and on-demand content. Should you choose to subscribe to one of the subscriptions, please be aware that they will automatically renew each month and your credit card will be charged through your iTunes account. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the subscription cost agreed upon at the time of the original auto-renewing subscription purchase. You can turn off auto-renew at any time from your iTunes account settings but it must be turned off at least 24 hours before the end of a current period to avoid being charged for that time period. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during an active subscription period. Please see the privacy policy for more information. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a non-free trial subscription. Auto-renewing subscriptions available in this app include: Silver Monthly $9.99 (US Dollars) and auto-renews every 30 days Silver Yearly $99.99 (US Dollars) and auto-renews every year Gold Monthly $14.99 (US Dollars) and auto-renews every 30 days Gold Yearly $149.99 (US Dollars) and auto-renews every year Terms of Use: https://www.kortv.com/termshttps://www.kortv.com/terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: KORTV at 4.4 against KBS+'s 2.9. KORTV also leads on ratings volume (367 vs 17) and iOS requirement (10.2 vs 15.0). KBS+'s advantage is review sentiment (48% vs 12%) and in-app purchases (none vs 5). On price, ads 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. KORTV sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. KBS+ asks for nothing beyond the download.
KORTV holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: KORTV has 367 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 12% of KORTV'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, KORTV every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | KBS+ | KORTV |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.9 (17 ratings) | 4.4 (367 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 48.5% of reviews — better | 11.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 17 | 367 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Subscription |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 10.2 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 99 MB | 59 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | KBS Media Co. | KORTV, Inc |
Customer experience
KBS+
KORTV
Bugs and requests
KBS+
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
KORTV
Reported bugs
7 issues- TV Choson and KBS World locking up
- KBS World not loading
- Battery drains significantly
- App is not working
- Subscription not delivering programs
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- Cannot watch On Demand content
- Letters overlapping on display
Requested features
6 requests- Add subtitles for all shows
- Add play and stop button
- Add favourites button
- Improve gap analysis on apps
- Add Sport TV and Film channels
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- Option to reset username
In-app purchases
KBS+
No in-app purchases
KORTV
- Silver Subscription 30 day14 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Gold Subscription 30 Day14 Days trial$14.991 Month
- Silver Subscription 365 day14 Days trial$99.991 Year
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- Gold Subscription 365 day14 Days trial$149.991 Year
- Special Live Event Purchase 5$4.99









