# MLB vs NESN 360

The clearest difference is rating: MLB at 4.7 against NESN 360's 2.5. MLB also leads on review sentiment (40% vs 5%) and ratings volume (952K vs 1.6K). NESN 360's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 16) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MLB sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. NESN 360 asks for nothing beyond the download.

MLB holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MLB has 952K ratings behind it against 1.6K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of MLB's written reviews are positive against 5% of NESN 360's.

MLB ships an update every 2 weeks, NESN 360 every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MLB | NESN 360 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (952K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mlb/id493619333/reviews)** | [2.5 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nesn-360/id1218490839/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **952K** | 1.6K |
| Positive reviews | **40.0% of reviews** | 5.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#5** | — |
| Size | 490 MB | 230 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MLB](https://appshunter.io/developer/281969992) | [NESN](https://appshunter.io/developer/387404741) |

## What reviewers say

### MLB

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mlb/id493619333)

**Currently charting:** #5 Top Grossing · Sports, #11 Top Free · Sports (US App Store)

This app provides live baseball video and audio, offering personalized programming and on-demand content. Subscribers gain access to out-of-market games, MLB Network, and extensive minor league coverage. Enjoy real-time highlights and game updates directly on your device.

**Highlights:** Live game video and audio streaming, Real-time highlights and alerts, Customizable news feed, Player position and batted ball tracking, Minor League Baseball game streaming, MLB Film Room video library

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MLB+ | $5.99 | per month |
| MLB+  with Trial | $5.99 | per month |
| MLB+ Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| MLB.TV Monthly | $29.99 | per month |
| MLB.TV Monthly Trial | $29.99 | per month |
| MLB+ Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| 2021 MLB.TV for T-Mobile | Free | one-time |
| 2023 MLB.TV Yearly | Free | one-time |
| 2024 MLB.TV Yearly | Free | one-time |
| 2026 MLB.TV Seasonal | Free | one-time |
| MLB.TV for T-Mobile Customers | Free | one-time |
| 2025 MLB.TV Yearly | Free | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Comprehensive coverage of MLB
- 🌎 Great for international fans
- 📊 Detailed stats and information
- 🎧 Ability to listen to radio broadcasts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and bugs
- 📆 Confusing date/time display for international users
- 🔇 Audio issues and delays
- 🚫 Frustrating blackout restrictions
- 💰 Expensive subscription with too many ads

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes and crashes
- Incorrect game dates and times
- Audio playback issues and delays
- Unreliable video streaming

**Requested features**

- Option to hide scores for spoiler-free viewing
- Improved navigation and UI
- Resume watching functionality for archived games
- Better support for older devices and iOS versions


### NESN 360

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nesn-360/id1218490839)

Stream live games from the Red Sox, Bruins, and other New England sports leagues. Enjoy on-the-go viewing, 4K HDR streaming, and interactive features like stats and standings. Access exclusive shows and control live playback.

**Highlights:** Live Red Sox and Bruins games, On-the-go viewing, 24/7 live NESN and NESN+ access, 4K HDR Streaming, Live player with stats and standings, Screen Mirroring to Smart TV, Pause, Fast Forward, Rewind live games

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient access to live sports streaming
- 📺 Good video quality
- 🔌 Minimal buffering
- 👍 Thorough statistical views
- 🌟 Awesome way to stream live Bruins and Red Sox games

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔊 Advertisements play at significantly higher volume
- 🤯 Constant buffering and freezing issues
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and use
- 🔒 Frequent sign-in issues
- 🚫 Blackout restrictions

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing and crashing during games
- Syncing issues between audio and video
- Inconsistent location detection
- Inability to log in or authenticate TV provider

**Requested features**

- Add picture-in-picture mode
- Improve Chromecast and AirPlay functionality
- Allow watching from the beginning or resuming where left off
- Hide scores on the home screen
- Provide more comprehensive team/league coverage beyond just games


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MLB free?

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

### Is NESN 360 free?

NESN 360 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, MLB or NESN 360?

MLB is rated higher. MLB averages 4.7 out of 5 from 952K ratings, while NESN 360 averages 2.5 from 1.6K ratings.

### Do MLB or NESN 360 have ads?

Both MLB and NESN 360 show ads.

### Which is updated more often, MLB or NESN 360?

MLB ships an update every 2 weeks, and NESN 360 every 5 weeks. Most recently, MLB was updated on October 15, 2026 and NESN 360 on October 10, 2026.

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