# iWantTFC vs TJSmartApp

The clearest difference is rating: iWantTFC at 3.9 against TJSmartApp's 2.0. iWantTFC also leads on ratings volume (1.3K vs 22) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). TJSmartApp's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 15) and ads (none vs shown). On price there is nothing between them.

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

iWantTFC holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iWantTFC has 1.3K ratings behind it against 22, 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 5% of TJSmartApp's.

iWantTFC ships an update every 2 weeks, TJSmartApp every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iWantTFC | TJSmartApp |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.9 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iwanttfc/id549386004/reviews)** | [2.0 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tjsmartapp/id6445881488/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.3K** | 22 |
| Positive reviews | **20.1% of reviews** | 5.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#86** | — |
| Size | 62 MB | 47 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ABS-CBN Corp](https://appshunter.io/developer/491638371) | [TJ MEDIA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1161990754) |

## What reviewers say

### iWantTFC

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

**Currently charting:** #86 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


### TJSmartApp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tjsmartapp/id6445881488)

Enhance your karaoke sessions with this app, offering song updates, a comprehensive songbook, and personalized song lists. Record your performances, display custom messages on screen, and control your karaoke machine remotely for a more convenient and enjoyable experience.

**Highlights:** Song updates, Comprehensive songbook, Categorized song lists, Favorite songs management, Voice and video recording, Custom message display, Remote karaoke control

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 App is working as it should (Exculibur)
- ⭐ Happy new year 2025 (Patrick Jan)
- ⭐ Finally set up and working (PokerSel)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Failing updates
- 🐛 GUI interface looks stretched
- 🐛 Cannot connect using iPhone
- 🐛 Cannot connect
- 🐛 App is garbage, loses connection

**Reported bugs**

- Update downloads fail
- GUI interface looks stretched on iOS 26.1
- Cannot connect using iPhone
- Cannot connect
- Loses connection and saved song list

**Requested features**

- Support for Grand Videoke Symphony 3+
- Fix GUI interface stretching on iOS 26.1
- Fix Home Screen display on latest iPhone
- Fix buy tab for new songs
- Improve purchasing options for song updates outside the Philippines


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iWantTFC free?

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

### Is TJSmartApp free?

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

### Which has better reviews, iWantTFC or TJSmartApp?

iWantTFC is rated higher. iWantTFC averages 3.9 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while TJSmartApp averages 2.0 from 22 ratings.

### Do iWantTFC or TJSmartApp have ads?

iWantTFC shows ads; TJSmartApp does not.

### Which is updated more often, iWantTFC or TJSmartApp?

iWantTFC ships an update every 2 weeks, and TJSmartApp every 2 months. Most recently, iWantTFC was updated on September 24, 2026 and TJSmartApp on September 18, 2026.

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