# Eros Now vs Hooked TV

The clearest difference is monetization model: Eros Now at free with in-app purchases against Hooked TV's subscription. Eros Now also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 26.0). Hooked TV's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.4). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Eros Now sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month and Hooked TV sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Hooked TV holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4.4K and 12K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 30% of Eros Now's written reviews are positive against 37% of Hooked TV's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Eros Now | Hooked TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (4.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eros-now/id551666302/reviews) | **[4.8 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hooked-tv/id1500652243/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4.4K | **12K** |
| Positive reviews | 30.4% of reviews | **36.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 168 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Eros Digital FZE](https://appshunter.io/developer/999489886) | [Telepathic, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/997494868) |

## What reviewers say

### Eros Now

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eros-now/id551666302)

Access a vast library of over 13,000 Indian movies, original web series, TV shows, and music across 16 languages. Enjoy Bollywood blockbusters, regional content, and curated playlists for every mood. Offers offline downloads and HD streaming with a premium subscription.

**Highlights:** 13,000+ Online Movies, Original Web Series & Films, TV Shows & Quickies, 2.5 Lakh+ Music Titles, Content in 16 Languages, Offline Downloads, HD Quality Streaming

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Eros Now Plus | $0.49 | per month |
| Eros Now Premium India | $1.49 | per month |
| Pay Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Eros Now Premium Monthly NRI | $4.99 | per month |
| Pay Quarterly | $4.99 | per 3 months |
| Eros Now Plus | $6.49 | per year |
| Eros Now Premium India | $12.49 | per year |
| Pay Bi Annual | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| Pay Annual | $49.99 | per year |
| Eros Now Premium Yearly NRI | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎥 Great movie selection
- 🌟 Excellent content quality
- 💻 Seamless app experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔌 Unreliable streaming and playback
- 🔍 Limited search and navigation
- 💰 Overpriced subscription
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Subscription issues and billing problems
- Compatibility problems on various devices

**Requested features**

- Improved Chromecast support
- Resume playback from last position
- Better subtitle options
- More new and popular titles


### Hooked TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hooked-tv/id1500652243)

Discover trending movies and shows with a vast catalog of popular content. Subscribe for unlimited access to a constantly updated library of addictive entertainment.

**Highlights:** Discover new favorite shows, Watch popular movies and shows, Access to a large catalog, Unlimited access with subscription, New content added regularly

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hooked TV Unlimited | $4.99 | per month |
| Hooked TV Unlimited | $9.99 | per month |
| Hooked TV Unlimited | $9.99 | per month |
| Hooked TV Unlimited | $14.99 | per month |
| Hooked TV Unlimited | $14.99 | per month |
| Hooked TV Unlimited | $19.99 | per month |
| Hooked TV Unlimited | $19.99 | per month |
| HookedTV Unlimited | $19.99 | per 7 days |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Addictive and entertaining stories
- 😊 Cheers people up
- 👍 Great variety of genres
- 🎥 Enjoyable video content

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Requires paid subscription to access content
- 🤬 Frustrating paywall upon opening the app
- 🙁 Used to be free but now is paid
- 🤔 Unclear subscription model

**Reported bugs**

- App gets stuck on loading screen
- Issues with canceling subscriptions
- Unauthorized charges on user accounts

**Requested features**

- Add closed captions for deaf/hard of hearing users
- Provide more adult-oriented content
- Improve app stability and loading times


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Eros Now free?

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

### Is Hooked TV free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Eros Now or Hooked TV?

Hooked TV is rated higher. Eros Now averages 4.4 out of 5 from 4.4K ratings, while Hooked TV averages 4.8 from 12K ratings.

### Do Eros Now or Hooked TV have ads?

Neither Eros Now nor Hooked TV shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Eros Now or Hooked TV?

Eros Now ships an update every 3 weeks, and Hooked TV every 3 weeks. Most recently, Eros Now was updated on November 6, 2026 and Hooked TV on November 8, 2026.

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