JTBC NOW vs KORTV for iPhone
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
JTBC NOW
Access a wide variety of live channels and on-demand content from JTBC. Watch live broadcasts, catch up on past episodes, and enjoy exclusive clips and behind-the-scenes footage. Features include a search function and a resizable pop-up player for multitasking.
- Live streaming of JTBC channels
- On-demand viewing of past episodes
- Exclusive clips and behind-the-scenes footage
- Highlights from various broadcasters
- Program search functionality
- Resizable pop-up player
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재미없고 지루한 시간을 다채로운 즐거움으로 채워줄 JTBC 모바일앱이 JTBC NOW로 새로워졌습니다. 주요 업데이트 사항 및 제공기능은 아래와 같습니다. [주요 기능] 1. LIVE: 취향따라 골라보는 다양한 실시간 채널 JTBC 실시간 온에어와 다양한 주제별 라이브 채널을 무료로 시청하실 수 있습니다. 2. VOD: JTBC 본방송 다시보기 서비스 최신순, 방송 프로그램 별 다시보기 영상을 시청하실 수 있으며, 연속 재생 기능으로 편리하게 여러 편을 이어서 보실 수 있습니다. 3. CLIP: 실시간 명장면 클립부터 비하인드 영상까지 선공개, 명장면, 제작발표회, 메이킹 영상 등 생생한 현장 영상을 제공합니다. 4. TV CLIPS: 다양한 방송사들의 하이라이트 영상 제공 지상파, 케이블 등 주요 방송사의 예능, 드라마, 시사교양 프로그램의 주요 클립 영상을 JTBC NOW에서도 감상하실 수 있습니다. 5. 검색: 프로그램명을 검색하여 현재 방영중인 프로그램과 종영한 프로그램의 영상을 모두 시청하실 수 있습니다. 6. 팝업 플레이어: 사이즈 조절 가능한 팝업 플레이어 기능을 추가하였습니다. 영상을 보며 다른 콘텐츠를 보실 수 있습니다. 단, TV CLIPS 메뉴에서는 팝업 플레이어 사용이 불가합니다. [앱 접근권한 설정 안내] 2017년 3월 23일부터 시행되는 정보통신망법 제 22조의 2(접근권한에 대한 동의)의 규정에 맞추어 JTBC TV 앱 서비스 이용에 꼭 필요한 항목만 필수 접근 권한을 받고 있습니다. [필수적 접근 권한] - WIFI 연결정보: 와이파이 네트워크 연결 정보 확인 - Device ID: 휴대폰 상태 및 id 확인, 푸시알림 발송 - 저장 공간: 내장 메모리 콘텐츠 수정/삭제, 외장 메모리 콘텐츠 읽기 [이용권 및 APP Store 결제 주의사항] - App Store 결제는 iTunes 계정으로 진행됩니다. - 결제되는 금액은 Apple 수수료 포함 금액이며, Apple의 국가별 가격 정책에 따라 변경될 수 있습니다. - 구독상품 종료 24시간 이내에 취소되지 않는 한 자동으로 갱신됩니다. - App Store 자동결제는 iTunes의 [계정설정 > 구독관리]에서 해지하실 수 있습니다. - 자동 결제 예정일 전 24시간 이내에 결제가 이루어지며, App Store 자동 결제 예정일과 실제 이용권 구매일/만료일 표기는 결제 시점 및 시차 등의 이유로 다르게 표기될 수 있습니다. [서비스 이용약관] https://jtbc.co.kr/help/policy [유료 서비스 이용약관] https://jtbc.co.kr/help/policy/detail/3 [개인정보 처리방침] https://jtbc.co.kr/help/privacy 고객 센터: 02-751-6000 문의 메일: jtbchelp@jtbc.co.kr 계속해서 다양한 기능들이 업데이트될 예정이오니 많은 이용 바랍니다.
KORTV for iPhone
Stream live Korean TV channels directly from broadcasting companies, offering real-time content without delays. Enjoy licensed entertainment, news, and cultural programs. Access more content and features on Apple TV.
- Live Korean TV channels
- Real-time streaming
- Licensed content
- Fast network delivery (CDN)
- One-time payment for lifetime access
- Wi-Fi and cellular streaming
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Are you looking to explore the live streaming media of Korean entertainment? If you are then you came to the right place. Unlike other Korean IPTV providers outside of Korea where they stream delayed content, KORTV's IPTV service is a live stream. We stream directly from broadcasting companies so what you are watching now is exactly same as what people are watching in Korea. All of our streaming contents are licensed. For more live channels, VODs and movies, please watch us on Apple TV. Main features - 11 live Korean TV channels (depending on you location due to licensing restriction). More channels and feature will be added as we acquire more licensing rights. - Fast network. All of our streaming is delievered through CDN to minimize any buffering or loading time. - No monthly subscripton fee. Pay once and watch it for lifetime. - Stream anywhere and anytime with a Wi-Fi or cellular data connection. Current TV channels - KBS World News 24: 24 hour live news channel from KBS. - BBS: BBS is Buddhism broadcasting network. Buddhism is a spiritual tradition that focuses on personal spiritual development and the attainment of a deep insight into the true nature of live. There are over 370 million followers worldwide. - EBS: EBS network is designed for kids. EBS content consists of cartoons, documentary, learning, life and many more. This channel is most popular with children in the age of 2 years old to 12 years old. EBS is family network where it can be enjoyed by whole family. - Arirang: Arirang is cable network TV designed for non-Korean audience who wants to learn about Korean culture. Arirang network content consists of documentary, news, history and much more. This network is broadcasted in English language or with English subtitles. - ETN: ETN is music entertainment network where it showcases interview with popular Korean musicians and up and coming artists. Also, ETN broadcasts sitcoms, talk show and many more. - KTV: KTV is Korean government owned broadcasting company. KTV's content includes news, documentary, classic movies, interviews and many more. Movies that's aired on KTV is very rare movies that's very diffcult to obtain. - News Y: News Y is 24 hour live news network. News Y is part of Yonhap News Agency which is South Korea's largest news agency. - MMoney: MMoney is 24 hour Korean financial network. MMoney provides insight into Korean fiancial markets and economy. - CBS: CBS is Christian broadcasting network where content is to promote personal and social development based on the Lord's principles. CBS is one of major Christian communication organization in Korea. - PBC: PBC is a Catholic broadcasting network. PBC promotes its Catholic religion of peace and love through use of chant music, storybook, worship and interviews. -WOW: Korea's most viewed news and finance channel bringing you the latest in the market and economics. For more features such as premium channels, movies and VODs, please watch us through Apple TV. Note: Some of the contents are blocked due to licensing agreement so depending on your location, you may not be able to access all channels. Depending on your usage or your wireless data plan, you may incur an additional charges from your wireless carrier. JTBC is no longer being offered on the iPhone due to licensing agreement. JTBC is available on Apple TV only. KBS World is only available on Apple TV only. Please be aware that channel lineups are subject to change without notice due to our content providers request.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: JTBC NOW at 56% against KORTV for iPhone's 9%. JTBC NOW also leads on rating (3.1 vs 1.3) and update cadence (monthly vs every 5 months). KORTV for iPhone's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume 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. JTBC NOW sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. KORTV for iPhone asks for nothing beyond the download.
JTBC NOW holds the better App Store score, 3.1 against 1.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 61 and 23 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of JTBC NOW's written reviews are positive against 9% of KORTV for iPhone's.
JTBC NOW ships an update monthly, KORTV for iPhone every 5 months. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.
| Parameter | JTBC NOW | KORTV for iPhone |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.1 (61 ratings) — better | 1.3 (23 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 55.8% of reviews — better | 9.1% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 61 — better | 23 |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 7.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 109 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | JTBC | KORTV, Inc |
Customer experience
JTBC NOW
KORTV for iPhone
In-app purchases
JTBC NOW
- JTBC 월 정기결제 (30일 이용권)$5.991 Month
- 온에어 30일 이용권$1.99
- 1일 이용권$2.99
- 30일 이용권$9.99
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- 180일 이용권$39.99
KORTV for iPhone
No in-app purchases









