Paramount+ vs Pollooza
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Paramount+
Stream exclusive originals, blockbuster movies, and live sports. Enjoy content from CBS, Nickelodeon, and more. Premium plans offer ad-free viewing and live local CBS station access.
- Exclusive originals
- Blockbuster movies
- Live sports (NFL, UFC, Champions League)
- Content from CBS, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central
- On-demand full episodes
- Multiple user profiles
- Kids Mode
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Stream exclusive originals, blockbuster movies, live sports like NFL on CBS, UFC, and UEFA Champions League, all of SHOWTIME® (Premium plan only), and favorites from CBS, BET, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, MTV, VH1, and more. - Watch full episodes on demand from hit series like Survivor, South Park, SpongeBob SquarePants and more. - Obsess over originals. Watch subscriber-only originals such as Landman, 1923 and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. - Stream UFC live and on demand. Catch all Numbered Events and Fight Nights, plus a huge library of iconic fights and finishes. - Make every night a movie night with blockbuster hits and fan-favorite films from Paramount Pictures, MGM and more. - Access live streams with around-the-clock news coverage on CBS News 24/7, scores + highlights on CBS Sports HQ and entertainment news on Mixible, plus 20 live channels of curated favorites. - Create up to 6 individual profiles for each member of your household. Have kids? Use our Kids Mode profile feature. - Save your faves with our watchlist feature, My List. Get even MORE on the Premium plan: - Watch ad-free* shows and movies. - Stream your local CBS station live. - Catch the best in live events including March Madness®, The Masters Tournament, The GRAMMYs and more. - Stream all of SHOWTIME, including SHOWTIME East and West live. - Download and watch offline*. Sign up for Paramount+ now. See prmntpl.us/SubscriptionPlans for more details on plans and pricing. Download the app to get started. *Plans include trailers & sponsorship or similar. Live TV has ads. Downloaded content is accessible for earlier of 30 days from date of download or 48 hours from start of playback. Content availability subject to change. Please note use of the Paramount+ app is limited to the United States. Paramount+ promotional offers for new subscribers only. Live TV subject to availability. Prices shown are in U.S. dollars. Other restrictions apply. Your subscription will automatically renew after any applicable promotional period and your Apple ID account will be charged the subscription price on a recurring basis until you cancel. You can cancel your subscription at any time through your Apple ID account settings. If you cancel your subscription, the cancellation will go into effect at the end of your current subscription period, as applicable. You will have continued access to the Paramount+ Service for the remainder of your paid subscription period. Please note: This app features Nielsen’s proprietary measurement software which will allow you to contribute to market research, like Nielsen’s TV Ratings. Please visit http://www.nielsen.com/digitalprivacy for more information. Paramount+ Terms of Use: https://pplus.legal/terms Paramount Privacy Policy: https://privacy.paramount.com/policy Children’s Privacy Policy: https://privacy.paramount.com/childrens Additional Privacy Rights: https://privacy.paramount.com/en/policy#additional-information-us-states Do Not Sell My Personal Information: https://privacy.paramount.com/app-donotsell
Pollooza
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Pollooza is the fun and easy way to make group decisions — without the arguments. Create a quick poll right on your device, add your options, and pass your phone around so everyone can vote anonymously. When the results are revealed, everyone gets a surprise (and no one gets blamed). Whether you’re deciding where to eat, what to watch, or what to do next, Pollooza keeps it simple, private, and fun. No accounts. No logins. No drama — just quick decisions with a smile. Perfect for: • Friends deciding dinner plans • Families choosing movie night • Teams making quick group calls • Anyone tired of “I don’t care, you pick.” Features: • Create polls instantly (no Wi-Fi or accounts needed) • Pass the device for anonymous in-person voting • See the results revealed with a celebratory confetti burst • All data stays on your device — private and simple Decide together — the fun way.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pollooza at none against Paramount+'s 13. Pollooza also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). Paramount+'s advantage is chart position (#3 vs unranked) and device support (4 vs 2). On price and ads 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. Paramount+ sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Pollooza asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Paramount+ | Pollooza |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (933K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 33.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 933K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Best chart rank | #3 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Vision Pro — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 199 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | CBS Interactive | Scott Henderson |
Bugs and requests
Paramount+
Reported bugs
4 issues- Audio/video sync issues
- Disappearing downloaded content
- Inconsistent playback controls
- Streaming errors and black screens
Requested features
4 requests- Add a watchlist or favorites feature
- Improve episode resume functionality
- Allow skipping of ads
- Provide more customization options
Pollooza
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Paramount+
- Paramount+ Essential7 Days trial$5.991 Month
- Paramount+ Essential: Monthly2 variants$8.991 Month
- Paramount+ Essential2 variants$8.991 Month
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- Paramount+ Limited Commercials3 variants$9.991 Month
- Paramount+ Premium/Showtime7 Days trial$12.991 Month
- Paramount+ Premium4 variants$13.991 Month
Pollooza
No in-app purchases









