UFC vs PFL
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
UFC
Access live UFC events and a vast fight library with exclusive programming. Stream over 200 global combat sports events and explore historic bouts from multiple organizations. Enjoy original series and multi-device access with a subscription.
- Live UFC events streaming
- Extensive fight library
- Historic combat sports archive
- Exclusive original programming
- Multi-device access
- Pay-Per-View purchases
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Step into the Octagon with the official UFC app—home to UFC FIGHT PASS, the exclusive streaming service of the UFC and your gateway to premier global combat sports. Experience the thrill of live UFC events, access an unrivaled fight library, and enjoy exclusive programming that brings you closer to the action. UFC FIGHT PASS: The Ultimate Combat Sports Destination • Live Events: Stream weekly UFC action and 200+ global combat sports events. • Fight Library: Relive legendary bouts, full fight cards, and behind-the-scenes content. • Historic Archive: Explore classics from PRIDE, Strikeforce, WEC, and 50+ organizations. • Original Programming: Go deeper with hit series and original programming like Fightlore and Year of the Fighter. • Multi-Device Access: Watch on smartphone, tablet, computer, or smart TV. Subscription Menu • UFC FIGHT PASS is available as a monthly or annual subscription plan. • Payment will be charged to your iTunes/Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. • All subscriptions auto-renew unless turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Subscriptions can be managed by the user, including disabling auto-renewal, in Account Settings. UFC Pay-Per-View • Watch the biggest UFC fights live with Pay-Per-View, available as a separate in-app purchase (availability varies by region). Content & Availability • Content and features vary by region, blackout restrictions, and holdback windows. • Learn more: ufc.com/faq-ufctv-ufcfightpass • Terms of Use: ufc.com/terms • Privacy Policy: ufc.com/privacy-policy Download the UFC app today and unlock the complete combat sports experience—live fights, historic battles, and can't-miss programming, all in one place.
PFL
Access live Professional Fighters League events and a vast library of past fights from PFL, Bellator, and WSOF. Stay updated with breaking news, fighter signings, and exclusive original content.
- Live exclusive fights
- Massive fight library
- Breaking news
- Original content
- Fighter interviews
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Your all-access pass to PFL. Anytime, anywhere. LIVE CONTENT. FULL FIGHT ARCHIVES. BREAKING NEWS. Providing the most real-time and expansive Professional Fighters League content, news, and information offering. Watch fights year-round featuring MMA’s most exciting fighters, including Paul Hughes, Cedric Doumbe, Francis Ngannou, and Usman Nurmagomedov. DOWNLOAD NOW AND GET: - Live Exclusive Fights – Real-time action, exclusively in the app - Massive Fight Library – Unlimited access to full fight archives from PFL, Bellator, and WSOF - Breaking News – Get the latest on athlete signings, upcoming matchups, stats, and event updates - Original Content – Exclusive programming, behind-the-scenes access, fight cards and fighter interviews
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PFL at none against UFC's 13. PFL also leads on review sentiment (77% vs 53%) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). UFC's advantage is ratings volume (47K vs 559) and chart position (#49 vs unranked). On price, rating, ads and device support 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. UFC sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. PFL asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for UFC against 4.7 for PFL. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: UFC has 47K ratings behind it against 559, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 53% of UFC's written reviews are positive against 77% of PFL's.
UFC ships an update every 2 months, PFL every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.
| Parameter | UFC | PFL |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (47K ratings) — better | 4.7 (559 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 52.9% of reviews | 76.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 47K — better | 559 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Ad-supported — better |
| Best chart rank | #49 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 103 MB | 201 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | UFC® - The Ultimate Fighting Championship® | PFL |
Customer experience
UFC
PFL
User reviews
UFC
From 47K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🤼♂️ Great for watching fights
- 👍 Lots of content and old fights
- 🎥 Good video quality
- 💰 Great value for money
Room to improve
- 🐛 Buggy and glitchy app
- 🔍 Poor search and navigation
- 🔒 Issues with account access and login
- ⏱️ Slow response times and lag
- 🤯 Confusing and cluttered interface
PFL
From 559 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Excellent MMA coverage
- 👍 Helpful for buying tickets and finding fight streams
- 👍 Crisp, clean graphics
- 👍 Smooth app experience
- 👍 Reliable real-time updates and notifications
Room to improve
- 🐛 Streaming issues and poor video quality
- 🐛 Lack of Bellator event coverage
- 🐛 Buggy or missing features on certain platforms
- 🐛 Inability to play audio in the background
Bugs and requests
UFC
Reported bugs
4 issues- Frequent crashes and app freezes
- Playback issues like buffering and sync problems
- Inconsistent login and account access
- Outdated content and missing fight information
Requested features
5 requests- Improved search and browsing capabilities
- Better organization of content and fighter profiles
- Ability to track progress and resume watching
- Seamless integration across devices
- More reliable streaming and playback controls
PFL
Reported bugs
2 issues- Login issues on certain devices
- Outdated event information in the app
Requested features
4 requests- Add full Bellator fight library
- Implement landscape mode
- Improve fighter roster and tournament bracket information
- Provide more affordable subscription options
In-app purchases
UFC
- UFC Fight Pass Monthly$4.991 Month
- Fight Pass One Month Auto-Renewable Subscription2 variants$9.991 Month
- UFC Fight Pass Monthly2 variants$9.991 Month
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- Two Month Special$14.992 Months
- Fight Pass Annual Subscription$95.991 Year
- Fight Pass One Month Auto-Renewable Subscription$99.991 Year
- Nate Diaz vs Jorge Masvidal$49.99
- Pay-Per-View Event$59.99
- UFC 202: Diaz vs McGregor 2 HD$59.99
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- UFC 229: Khabib vs McGregor HD$64.99
- Mayweather vs McGregor$99.99
PFL
No in-app purchases
