Comparison

TVmia vs GlobalPLAY Mobile

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

Head to head

TVmia

Free

🎬 Entertainment

★ 2.868 ratingsView app →

GlobalPLAY Mobile

Free

🎬 Entertainment

★ 2.02 ratingsView app →

About

TVmia

Stream live television from various South American countries. This application allows subscribed users to connect and enjoy content from a selection of regional broadcasters.

Highlights

Watch South American TV
Live streaming
Subscribed user access
Regional broadcaster content

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A simple application that permits to the subscribed users to connect and watch some South America countries televisions.

About

GlobalPLAY Mobile

Stream live national and international broadcast television in high definition with instant channel changes and smooth playback. Requires an active subscription to the GlobalPlay service.

Highlights

High definition live TV streaming
Instant channel changing
Smooth audio/video playback
National and international channels
Dynamic user experience

Features

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The GlobalPlay mobile player for iPhones & iPads provides a dynamic user experience delivering unrivaled performance of high definition national and international live linear broadcast television with instant start-up and channel change, smooth audio/video without screen freezing or breakup. Requires subscription to the GlobalPlay service offered by GlobalNet Colombia SA. Activate your account today by calling +57 1 481 4782 or by visiting GlobalNet’s office at 31A # 16A - 24, Bogota, Colombia . Additional costs for data usage may apply, depending upon your mobile service provider. This service is provided by GLOBALNET COLOMBIA licensed ANTV No. 0752012. The GlobalPlay mobile app provided by VectorMAX Corporation utilizing VectorMAX’s complete end to end software based delivery platform and technology.

Screenshots

TVmia3 screens

GlobalPLAY Mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TVmia at 2.8 against GlobalPLAY Mobile's 2.0. TVmia also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 24 months) and ratings volume (68 vs 2). GlobalPLAY Mobile's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TVmia holds the better App Store score, 2.8 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TVmia has 68 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TVmia ships an update every 3 months, GlobalPLAY Mobile every 24 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level

TVmia versus GlobalPLAY Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter	TVmia	GlobalPLAY Mobile
Price	Free	Free
Rating	2.8 (68 ratings) — better	2.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews	32.1% of reviews	—
Number of ratings	68 — better	2
Update frequency	Every 3 months — better	Every 24 months
Ads	No	No
In-app purchases	No	No
Monetization	Subscription	Subscription
Devices	iPhone, iPad, iPod	iPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS	15.6	8.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size	6 MB	4 MB
Age rating	4+	17+
Developer	TV Mia International Corp.	GlobalNet

Customer experience

TVmia

All ratings58 ratings

Positive37.9%

Neutral3.4%

Negative58.6%

Written reviews78 reviews

Positive32.1%

Neutral1.3%

Negative66.7%

GlobalPLAY Mobile

All ratings2 ratings

Positive0.0%

Neutral50.0%

Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

TVmia

Reported bugs

19 issues

Image freezes on TV
Signal freezes frequently
App crashes
Channels not loading
Audio not working on iPhone

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No sound on channels
Audio delayed
Cannot create user/login
Trial period ends immediately
App says 'too many sessions open'
App freezes when switching channels
App crashes after updates
Chromecast not recognized
Signal cuts out continuously
Service open on another device error
App not loading
Poor graphics and design
Volume issues
App not working on weekends

Requested features

14 requests

Include Caracol TV
Include RCN TV
Include TNT Sports
Post programming schedule
Improve app stability

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Fix Chromecast recognition
Fix iPhone audio issues
Allow easy subscription cancellation
Provide better customer support
Ensure consistent channel availability
Fix login and user creation issues
Address trial period discrepancies
Improve app interface and design
Fix audio delay issues

GlobalPLAY Mobile

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

TVmia

No in-app purchases

None

GlobalPLAY Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TVmia free?

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

Is GlobalPLAY Mobile free?

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

Which has better reviews, TVmia or GlobalPLAY Mobile?

TVmia is rated higher. TVmia averages 2.8 out of 5 from 68 ratings, while GlobalPLAY Mobile averages 2.0 from 2 ratings.

Do TVmia or GlobalPLAY Mobile have ads?

Neither TVmia nor GlobalPLAY Mobile shows ads.

Which is updated more often, TVmia or GlobalPLAY Mobile?

TVmia ships an update every 3 months, and GlobalPLAY Mobile every 24 months. Most recently, TVmia was updated on October 16, 2026 and GlobalPLAY Mobile on October 3, 2026.