Comparison

STARZ vs MGM+

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

STARZ

Access a library of bold original series and hit movies with this streaming service. Enjoy ad-free and offline viewing on multiple devices. Explore boundary-breaking content for adult audiences.

Highlights
  • Ad-free streaming
  • Offline viewing
  • Watch on multiple devices
  • Groundbreaking original series
  • Blockbuster hit movies
Features
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Family fun has its time and place. This isn't it. Switch on to STARZ and say hello to bold entertainment that doesn't hold back. Welcome to a world of boundary breaking entertainment where characters are bolder, the heat burns hotter and thrillers are – well, thrilling. Whether on iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV...We like it when you watch, wherever you watch. STARZ. We're All Adults Here. WITH STARZ YOU GET: - Ad-Free Streaming - Offline viewing (via download) - Watch on multiple devices simultaneously STARZ has groundbreaking original series including: Outlander, the World of Spartacus, P-Valley, Power, Power Book II: Ghost, Power Book III: Raising Kanan, Power Book IV: Force, The Spanish Princess, The White Queen, Black Sails, Survivor’s Remorse, & more Blockbuster hit movies like Michael, The Strangers: Chapter 3, Shelter, Mutiny, Oscar Shaw & More If you’re already a STARZ subscriber through your TV provider, you can download the app and enjoy at no additional charge through your TV subscription. Otherwise, simply create an account within the app and start watching. STARZ SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS: - You can subscribe monthly or annually. Both subscriptions give you unlimited streaming of all content - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase-Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period - You may manage your subscriptions and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to Account Settings after purchase - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable STARZ online services are only accessible through participating partners in the U.S. and certain U.S. territories where a high-speed broadband connection is available. Service automatically rolls to month-to-month or annual subscription unless canceled prior to expiration of free trial. Subscription is non-refundable. Prices may vary. STARZ and related service marks are the property of Starz Entertainment, LLC. Privacy Policy -https://www.starz.com/privacypolicy Terms of Use -https://www.starz.com/termsofservice

About

MGM+

Stream thousands of ad-free movies and original series on demand. Enjoy live channels, download content for offline viewing, and curate your personal watchlist. Cancel anytime.

Highlights
  • Stream thousands of movies and series
  • Access original series
  • Watch live channels 24/7
  • Download content for offline viewing
  • Build a personalized watchlist
  • Ad-free streaming
Features
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This Is Entertainment: Stream American Hostage on MGM+ Subscribe to MGM+ today to stream 1000s of movies, series, and more ad-free. Get access to Original Series like The Institute, Godfather of Harlem, FROM, Vanished, and Billy the Kid, plus movies like Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning and Afterburn. Cancel anytime. Access movies and series on demand, plus 24/7 live channels. Continue watching to jump back in to shows and movies you’ve already started, download and watch offline with our mobile apps, and build “My List” to curate and manage your favorite content. Introductory offers are for new and eligible returning customers only. Your subscription to MGM+ automatically renews at the then-current rate unless auto-renew is turned off or you cancel. Subscription fees are non-refundable. Your subscription is subject to the MGM+ Terms of Use (https://www.mgmplus.com/terms-of-use) and Privacy Policy (https://www.mgmplus.com/privacy-policy) at all times. MGM+ is only accessible in the US and certain US territories. Select titles not available in HD. Some restrictions may apply. © 2026 MGMPlus Entertainment. MGM+ is a trademark of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Lion Corp. All Rights Reserved.

Screenshots

STARZ4 screens
MGM+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: MGM+ at free with in-app purchases against STARZ's subscription. MGM+ also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (36% vs 9%). STARZ's advantage is ratings volume (332K vs 88K) and chart position (#14 vs #64). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. STARZ sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month and MGM+ sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for STARZ against 4.8 for MGM+. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 332K and 88K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 9% of STARZ's written reviews are positive against 36% of MGM+'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

STARZ ships an update every 3 weeks, MGM+ fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
STARZ versus MGM+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSTARZMGM+
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (332K ratings)4.8 (88K ratings)
Positive reviews9.2% of reviews36.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings332K — better88K
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#14 — better#64
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TViPhone, iPad, Apple TV
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB93 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperStarz Entertainment, LLCEPIX Entertainment LLC

Customer experience

STARZ

All ratings331,723 ratings
Positive95.7%
Neutral2.0%
Negative2.3%
Written reviews631 reviews
Positive9.2%
Neutral10.0%
Negative80.8%

MGM+

All ratings87,811 ratings
Positive97.0%
Neutral1.7%
Negative1.3%
Written reviews330 reviews
Positive36.4%
Neutral7.0%
Negative56.7%

User reviews

STARZ

From 332K App Store ratings

What we love

  • ⭐ Great content and selection
  • 👍 User-friendly app interface
  • 🚀 Reliable video streaming
  • 💎 Excellent adaptation of book series

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezes
  • 🔀 Inconsistent resume functionality
  • 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find content
  • ⏱️ Slow app performance
  • 💸 Subscription issues and billing problems

MGM+

From 88K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and efficient app
  • 💡 Vast library of classic and contemporary movies
  • 👍 Sleek and intuitive user interface
  • 👍 Personalized recommendations

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
  • 🐛 Unreliable streaming and buffering issues
  • 🐛 Inconsistent login and account management
  • 🐛 Confusing navigation and poor user experience
  • 🐛 Lack of features like resume playback, skip intro, and multiple profiles

Bugs and requests

STARZ

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Unable to enter parental control PIN
  • Downloaded content randomly deleted
  • Incorrect movie/show playback
  • Login issues with TV provider accounts

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add option to turn off autoplay
  • Improve syncing across devices
  • Provide more detailed episode information
  • Implement better parental controls

MGM+

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Inability to log in or access subscribed content
  • Frequent app crashes and freezes
  • Streaming issues and playback problems
  • Inconsistent behavior across different devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improve stability and reliability of the app
  • Add more user-friendly features like resume playback, skip intro, and multiple profiles
  • Enhance the overall user experience and navigation
  • Expand the content library with more high-quality movies and shows

In-app purchases

8 purchases

STARZ

Subscriptions8
  • STARZ® App Monthly1 Month trial$11.991 Month
  • STARZ® Monthly$11.991 Month
  • STARZ® Monthly (T-Mobile)$11.991 Month
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  • STARZ® App Monthly$11.991 Month
  • STARZ® Three Month$25.993 Months
  • STARZ® Six Month6 Months trial$45.996 Months
  • STARZ® Six Month (T-Mobile)$45.996 Months
  • STARZ® Annual1 Year trial$69.991 Year
10 purchases

MGM+

Subscriptions10
  • MGM+ Monthly1 Month trial2 variants$6.991 Month
  • MGM+ | Monthly2 variants$7.991 Month
  • MGM+ | Holiday Offer 2025$7.991 Month
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  • MGM + | Monthly$7.991 Month
  • MGM+ | Monthly7 Days trial2 variants$7.991 Month
  • MGM+ | Monthly1 Month trial3 variants$7.991 Month
  • MGM+ | Monthly3 Months trial$7.991 Month
  • MGM+ Monthly1 Month trial2 variants$7.991 Month
  • MGM+ | 6 Month Offer6 Months trial$39.996 Months
  • MGM+ Yearly$61.991 Year

Questions

Is STARZ free?
STARZ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MGM+ free?
MGM+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, STARZ or MGM+?
STARZ and MGM+ are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 332K and 88K ratings respectively.
Do STARZ or MGM+ have ads?
STARZ shows ads; MGM+ does not.
Which is updated more often, STARZ or MGM+?
STARZ ships an update every 3 weeks, and MGM+ fortnightly. Most recently, STARZ was updated on October 17, 2026 and MGM+ on October 17, 2026.
Which is more popular, STARZ or MGM+?
STARZ currently peaks at #14 in the App Store charts, and MGM+ at #64. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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