# iWantTFC vs Zee 5

The clearest difference is rating: Zee 5 at 4.6 against iWantTFC's 3.9. Zee 5 also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 weeks) and ratings volume (24K vs 1.3K). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iWantTFC sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month and Zee 5 sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Zee 5 holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Zee 5 has 24K ratings behind it against 1.3K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 20% of iWantTFC's written reviews are positive against 15% of Zee 5's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

iWantTFC ships an update every 2 weeks, Zee 5 every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iWantTFC | Zee 5 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iwanttfc/id549386004/reviews) | **[4.6 (24K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zee-5/id743691886/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.3K | **24K** |
| Positive reviews | **20.1% of reviews** | 14.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #88 | **#86** |
| Size | 62 MB | 209 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [ABS-CBN Corp](https://appshunter.io/developer/491638371) | [Z5X Global FZ-LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1298929437) |

## What reviewers say

### iWantTFC

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

**Currently charting:** #88 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


### Zee 5

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zee-5/id743691886)

**Currently charting:** #86 Top Grossing · Entertainment (US App Store)

Stream thousands of South Asian movies, web series, and TV shows in your preferred language. Enjoy live cricket, download content for offline viewing, and discover personalized recommendations. Experience high-quality streaming with options for dubbed and multilingual content.

**Highlights:** 4000+ movies and 500+ originals, Content dubbed in 8 languages, 12 display and 21 content languages, Offline downloads, Live TV guide, Personalized recommendations, 4K video streaming

**Features:** Vision Pro support, SharePlay

**In-app purchases (21)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ZEE5-Epicon-Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| ZEE5-Simply South-Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Month - 1 Year | $5.99 | per year |
| ZEE5 Chaupal Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| HD Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Premium Pack - Special Offer | $7.99 | per year |
| Zee5 Telugu Monthly Premium | $10.99 | per month |
| Zee5 Hindi Monthly Premium | $10.99 | per month |
| 4K Monthly | $17.99 | per month |
| Quarterly - All Access | $20.99 | per 3 months |
| 40% Off - All Access Annual | $49.99 | per year |
| Annual Pack | $59.99 | per year |
| 4K Annual | $65.99 | per year |
| Premium 4K (Discontinued) | $69.99 | per month |
| Monthly Plan (Discontinued) | $99.99 | per month |
| 4K Monthly (Discontinued) | $100.99 | per month |
| All Access Plan (Discontinued) | $109.99 | per month |
| Monthly Plan (Discontinued) | $109.99 | per month |
| 4K Annual | $124.99 | per year |
| 40% Off (Discontinued) | $499.99 | per year |
| All Access HD Plan | $599.00 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent streaming quality
- 👍 Great content selection
- 💡 Affordable subscription
- 🎨 Visually appealing app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find content
- ⏱️ Slow loading times
- 📺 Casting and TV integration issues
- 🔒 Problematic subscription management

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes during playback
- Subscription not recognized or renewed properly
- Inability to cancel subscription
- Incorrect content availability based on region

**Requested features**

- Improve search and browsing functionality
- Add resume playback feature
- Provide better language support and subtitles
- Enhance Chromecast and smart TV compatibility


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iWantTFC free?

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

### Is Zee 5 free?

Zee 5 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iWantTFC or Zee 5?

Zee 5 is rated higher. iWantTFC averages 3.9 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while Zee 5 averages 4.6 from 24K ratings.

### Do iWantTFC or Zee 5 have ads?

Both iWantTFC and Zee 5 show ads.

### Which is updated more often, iWantTFC or Zee 5?

iWantTFC ships an update every 2 weeks, and Zee 5 every 4 days. Most recently, iWantTFC was updated on September 24, 2026 and Zee 5 on September 26, 2026.

### Which is more popular, iWantTFC or Zee 5?

iWantTFC currently peaks at #88 in the App Store charts, and Zee 5 at #86. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*