# iWantTFC vs MCGI TV

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MCGI TV at 67% against iWantTFC's 20%. MCGI TV also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.9) and in-app purchases (none vs 15). iWantTFC's advantage is update cadence (every 11 days vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (1.3K vs 23). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iWantTFC sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. MCGI TV asks for nothing beyond the download.

MCGI TV holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iWantTFC has 1.3K ratings behind it against 23, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of iWantTFC's written reviews are positive against 67% of MCGI TV's.

iWantTFC ships an update every 11 days, MCGI TV every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iWantTFC | MCGI TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iwanttfc/id549386004/reviews) | **[4.8 (23 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mcgi-tv/id1636324846/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.3K** | 23 |
| Positive reviews | 20.1% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 11 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#99** | — |
| Size | 61 MB | 31 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [ABS-CBN Corp](https://appshunter.io/developer/491638371) | [Members Church of God International, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1017045248) |

## What reviewers say

### iWantTFC

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iwanttfc/id549386004)

**Currently charting:** #99 Top Grossing · Entertainment (US App Store)

Stream a vast collection of Filipino movies, teleseryes, original series, and live TV channels. Enjoy exclusive content and classic titles on a user-friendly platform accessible globally across various devices.

**Highlights:** 1,000+ Filipino movies and series, Exclusive iWant Originals, Live TV and GMA shows, Cross-device streaming (mobile, tablet, web, Smart TV), English subtitles on select titles, Ad-free viewing with subscription

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| iWant Monthly Premium Plan | $12.99 | per month |
| iWantTFC Movie for Rent 1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| iWantTFC Movie for Rent 2 | $3.99 | one-time |
| iWantTFC Movie for Rent 3 | $4.99 | one-time |
| iWantTFC Series for Rent 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| iWantTFC Pay Per Special 1 | $5.99 | one-time |
| iWantTFC Bundle for Rent 1 | $5.99 | one-time |
| iWantTFC Movie for Rent 4 | $5.99 | one-time |
| iWantTFC Pay Per Special 3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| iWantTFC Pay Per Special 4 | $11.99 | one-time |
| iWantTFC Pay Per Special 8 | $19.99 | one-time |
| iWantTFC Pay Per Special 29 | $19.99 | one-time |
| iWantTFC Pay Per Special 13 | $29.99 | one-time |
| iWantTFC Pay Per Special 27 | $29.99 | one-time |
| iWantTFC Pay Per Special 28 | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and high-quality video
- 💡 Convenient way to watch Filipino shows
- 👍 Variety of content

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent bugs, crashes, and glitches
- 🤯 Confusing and unintuitive user interface
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find content
- 💰 Expensive subscription for limited features
- 🔌 Casting and connectivity issues

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent login issues and account problems
- Videos not playing or freezing during playback
- Inconsistent performance across devices
- Outdated content and lack of updates

**Requested features**

- Add skip intro/forward/rewind buttons
- Improve episode tracking and resume playback
- Provide more English subtitles
- Develop dedicated apps for Apple TV, Roku, etc.
- Enhance search and browsing functionality


### MCGI TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mcgi-tv/id1636324846)

Stream faith-based programs, including stories, songs, and charity news, on your iPhone or iPad. Engage in live chat with emoticons and adjust video quality to save data. Access exclusive content with your MCGI TV account.

**Highlights:** Stream faith-based programs, Live chat with emoticons, Adjustable video quality, Full screen and HD viewing, MCGI TV account login

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iWantTFC free?

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

### Is MCGI TV free?

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

### Which has better reviews, iWantTFC or MCGI TV?

MCGI TV is rated higher. iWantTFC averages 3.9 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while MCGI TV averages 4.8 from 23 ratings.

### Do iWantTFC or MCGI TV have ads?

iWantTFC shows ads; MCGI TV does not.

### Which is updated more often, iWantTFC or MCGI TV?

iWantTFC ships an update every 11 days, and MCGI TV every 2 months. Most recently, iWantTFC was updated on October 23, 2026 and MCGI TV on October 11, 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.*