RTÉ Player vs Brain Camp
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RTÉ Player
Access a vast library of Irish television content, both live and on-demand. Stream popular dramas, sports, entertainment, and children's programs from RTÉ channels. Features include personalized recommendations, watchlists, and accessibility options.
- Live and on-demand TV streaming
- Thousands of favorite RTÉ shows
- Full series of dramas and soaps
- Live sporting action
- RTÉ Player Kids section
- In-vision ISL and Audio Description
- Personalized recommendations and watchlists
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RTÉ Player is the home of must-see TV in Ireland, live and on-demand. Watch 1000s of your favourite RTÉ shows. Full series of gripping drama from home and abroad, soaps, live sporting action and entertainment shows everyone’s talking about. Browse and switch between RTÉ channels - RTÉ One, RTÉ 2, RTÉ News and RTÉ Kids on the go. Entertain little ones with RTÉ Player Kids. A world of fun, learning and entertainment with the best RTÉJr programmes live and on demand. KEY FEATURES - Don’t miss a minute of the action, breaking news or live sport. -Discover the most-talked about shows like Room to Improve, Kin and Smother. -Access shows with in-vision Irish Sign Language (ISL) and Audio Description (AD) -Sign in to RTÉ Player to continue watching shows and pick up where you left off on any device. -Sign in and get recommendations tailored to you, making picking what to watch easier than ever. -Watch later. ‘Favourite’ a program to create a watchlist of programmes to go back to, so you don’t miss RTÉ’s most talked about shows. -Share your favourites with friends through social sharing. The RTÉ Player App uses streaming technology which means that you must be connected to the Internet in order to watch programmes. The app will automatically adjust video quality based on the speed of your WiFi connection.
Brain Camp
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Welcome to Brain Camp, the ultimate head-to-head quiz game app where knowledge meets fun! Embark on a journey of excitement and learning with Brain Camp! Whether you’re a trivia enthusiast or looking for a fun way to challenge your mind, our app offers an immersive experience that brings friends and players together for thrilling quiz adventures. Key Features: • Head-to-Head Quiz Gameplay: Play against friends or other players in real-time quiz battles. • Practice Mode: Hone your skills in private practice games. • Public/Private Games: Create a public game for all to join or set up a private game and share the game code with friends. • Browse the public library for interesting topics and join in the fun. Upgrade to Pro: • Unlimited Games: Play to your heart’s content with unlimited game sessions. • More Questions: Explore a vast array of topics with an extensive library of questions. • Diverse Question Categories: From history buffs to pop culture fans, our app caters to all interests with a wide range of question categories. • No Ads: Enjoy an uninterrupted gaming experience. Additional Features: • Real-Time Leaderboards: Track your progress and compete for the top spot on the leaderboard. Show off your trivia prowess and earn recognition among your peers! • Regular Updates: Stay engaged with frequent updates that introduce new questions, features, and improvements to enhance your gaming experience. Thank you for choosing Brain Camp as your go-to destination for quiz gaming excitement. Get ready to test your knowledge, challenge your friends, and embark on an unforgettable quiz journey! For more information, please review our End User License Agreement. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RTÉ Player at none against Brain Camp's 2. Brain Camp's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 5 weeks). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Brain Camp sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. RTÉ Player asks for nothing beyond the download.
RTÉ Player ships an update every 5 weeks, Brain Camp every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RTÉ Player | Brain Camp |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (6.3K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 46.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 6.3K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 54 MB | 87 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | RTÉ | Colin Rafter |
In-app purchases
RTÉ Player
No in-app purchases
Brain Camp
- Access Brain Camp - Monthly$0.991 Month
- Access Brain Camp - Yearly$3.991 Year
