# Met Opera on Demand vs STAGE+ Classical Music Live

The clearest difference is rating: STAGE+ Classical Music Live at 4.6 against Met Opera on Demand's 2.4. STAGE+ Classical Music Live also leads on review sentiment (43% vs 27%) and ratings volume (320 vs 38). Met Opera on Demand's advantage is chart position (#153 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Met Opera on Demand sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and STAGE+ Classical Music Live sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

STAGE+ Classical Music Live holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: STAGE+ Classical Music Live has 320 ratings behind it against 38, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 27% of Met Opera on Demand's written reviews are positive against 43% of STAGE+ Classical Music Live's.

Met Opera on Demand ships an update every 2 months, STAGE+ Classical Music Live every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Met Opera on Demand | STAGE+ Classical Music Live |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.4 (38 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/met-opera-on-demand/id505026963/reviews) | **[4.6 (320 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stage-plus-classical-music-live/id1556819721/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 38 | **320** |
| Positive reviews | 27.0% of reviews | **42.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#153** | — |
| Size | 74 MB | 199 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Vision Pro |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Metropolitan Opera Association, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/505026966) | [Deutsche Grammophon – DG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1556819723) |

## What reviewers say

### Met Opera on Demand

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/met-opera-on-demand/id505026963)

**Currently charting:** #153 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

Access an extensive library of over 950 full-length Metropolitan Opera performances, including "Live in HD" broadcasts and classic telecasts. Enjoy instant streaming on your devices with multi-language subtitles and audio descriptions available.

**Highlights:** Stream 900+ full-length Met performances, Includes "Live in HD" series, Access classic telecasts and radio broadcasts, Multi-language subtitles and audio descriptions, Continue watching and listening feature, Bookmark favorite performances

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Met Opera on Demand | $14.99 | per month |
| Met Opera on Demand | $149.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Excellent content and performance quality
- 🎥 Immersive opera viewing experience
- 🎶 Vast catalog of operas and recordings

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and technical issues
- 💾 Inability to save progress or favorites
- 🔊 Subpar audio quality
- 📱 Lack of support for mobile devices and TVs
- 🔍 Poor search and navigation features

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Playback issues and freezing
- Subscription and login problems
- Inconsistent performance across devices

**Requested features**

- Offline viewing and download options
- Improved Airplay and TV integration
- Bookmark and resume playback functionality
- Enhanced search and browsing capabilities
- Smoother login and subscription experience


### STAGE+ Classical Music Live

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stage-plus-classical-music-live/id1556819721)

Experience live classical music concerts and operas in stunning 4K with Dolby Atmos sound. Access a vast archive of performances and exclusive documentaries from renowned labels. Discover new gems with weekly recommendations and enjoy offline playback.

**Highlights:** 4K Video Quality, Dolby Atmos Sound, Hi-Res & Lossless Audio, Extensive Archive, Exclusive Content, Offline Mode, Advanced Search

**Features:** Siri integration, SharePlay

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly subscription | $14.99 | per month |
| Annual subscription | $149.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Wealth of choices
- 🚀 Delightful discovery
- 👍 DG Qualidade de Programação e Som
- 👍 Bravo!
- 👍 My return to Stage plus

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Para cuando en español
- 🐛 Garbage App
- 🔊 MUY MALA CALIDAD DEL SONIDO
- 🔍 No Subtitles
- 🐛 ダウンロードが消える

**Reported bugs**

- Downloading content disappears
- Downloaded content disappears
- Audio stutters in videos
- App crashes on launch
- App doesn't work on Apple TV

**Requested features**

- Add Korean language support
- Add calendar integration for concerts
- Add subtitles for operas
- Add more offline listening options
- Add Chromecast support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Met Opera on Demand free?

Met Opera on Demand is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is STAGE+ Classical Music Live free?

STAGE+ Classical Music Live is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Met Opera on Demand or STAGE+ Classical Music Live?

STAGE+ Classical Music Live is rated higher. Met Opera on Demand averages 2.4 out of 5 from 38 ratings, while STAGE+ Classical Music Live averages 4.6 from 320 ratings.

### Do Met Opera on Demand or STAGE+ Classical Music Live have ads?

Neither Met Opera on Demand nor STAGE+ Classical Music Live shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Met Opera on Demand or STAGE+ Classical Music Live?

Met Opera on Demand ships an update every 2 months, and STAGE+ Classical Music Live every 4 weeks. Most recently, Met Opera on Demand was updated on November 6, 2026 and STAGE+ Classical Music Live on November 7, 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.*