# MLB vs StatMuse

The clearest difference is rating: MLB at 4.7 against StatMuse's 4.0. MLB also leads on ratings volume (947K vs 74) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). StatMuse's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 16) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.0). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

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

MLB holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MLB has 947K ratings behind it against 74, 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 31% of StatMuse's.

MLB ships an update every 2 weeks, StatMuse monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MLB | StatMuse |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (947K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mlb/id493619333/reviews)** | [4.0 (74 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/statmuse/id1234654160/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **947K** | 74 |
| Positive reviews | **39.8% of reviews** | 31.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Best chart rank | **#6** | — |
| Size | 490 MB | 134 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **16.4** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MLB](https://appshunter.io/developer/281969992) | [StatMuse Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1187267581) |

## What reviewers say

### MLB

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

**Currently charting:** #6 Top Grossing · Sports, #20 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


### StatMuse

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/statmuse/id1234654160)

Instantly find answers to sports-related questions using AI and extensive historical data. Access stats, scores, records, player bios, betting information, and fantasy data for major sports leagues.

**Highlights:** AI-powered sports questions, Deep historical data, Search stats, scores, records, Player bios and betting info, Fantasy sports data, NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL, CFB, PGA, European football

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app
- 💡 Helpful for sports stats
- 👍 Amazing, wonderful, beautiful
- 🚀 Powerful and useful

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy, glitchy, crashes
- 🔨 Needs improvements, clunky, mediocre
- 🔍 Lacks search functionality
- 🔊 Too much talking/audio
- 🔧 App not as good as website

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Freezes or doesn't load
- Voice recognition issues
- Inconsistent performance

**Requested features**

- Add search bar
- Improve UI/UX
- Expand to more sports (college, WNBA, etc.)
- Provide more advanced stats
- Allow manual input instead of voice


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MLB free?

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

### Is StatMuse free?

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

### Which has better reviews, MLB or StatMuse?

MLB is rated higher. MLB averages 4.7 out of 5 from 947K ratings, while StatMuse averages 4.0 from 74 ratings.

### Do MLB or StatMuse have ads?

Both MLB and StatMuse show ads.

### Which is updated more often, MLB or StatMuse?

MLB ships an update every 2 weeks, and StatMuse monthly. Most recently, MLB was updated on October 13, 2026 and StatMuse on October 12, 2026.

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