Comparison

Performance Racing Network vs USA Network

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

Head to head
About

Performance Racing Network

This app provides live and on-demand motorsports radio programming, including NASCAR races and original shows. It offers year-round coverage of various racing series and behind-the-scenes content. Stay connected to the world of racing with this dedicated audio platform.

Highlights
  • Live motorsports radio broadcasts
  • On-demand programming
  • NASCAR licensed content
  • Original shows like "Fast Talk"
  • Year-round racing coverage
Features
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The Performance Racing Network (PRN) is one of two NASCAR licensed multi-broadcast radio networks which markets, produces and distributes motorsports programming 365 days a year. PRN broadcasts 13 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series races, twelve NASCAR Nationwide Series events and produces "Fast Talk", "The Pit Reporters", "Garage Pass" and "zMAX Racing Country."

About

USA Network

Stream live TV, catch up on recent episodes of popular shows, and watch movies on demand. Access content from a family of networks, including sports and past season favorites. Requires a TV provider login for full access.

Highlights
  • Watch latest episodes the day after airing
  • Live stream TV 24/7
  • Access on-demand content from multiple networks
  • Stream live sports like PGA TOUR and Premier League
  • Filter shows by network and genre
  • Sign in with TV provider for full access
Features
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Overview • The USA Network app is the best place to catch up on the most recent season of your favorite shows, watch live TV, keep up with your favorite sports, and stream movies and past season content!​ • Download the USA Network app to watch WWE Smackdown, the PGA TOUR and LPGA TOUR, Premier League, NASCAR, the WNBA, The Rainmaker, Everything on the Menu with Braun Strowman, AND MUCH MORE! • Get started by signing in with your TV subscription (cable, satellite, or digital). The USA Network app supports most TV providers, including DirecTV, Spectrum, Xfinity, Dish, and AT&T. App Features Watch Your Way • Watch the latest episodes of new USA Network shows the day after they air on TV. • Live stream and schedule available 24/7 when signed in with your TV provider. Explore Versant Content • Access to on-demand content from across the Versant family of networks (including USA, SYFY, E!, Oxygen, MSNOW, CNBC, and Golf Channel). • Don't miss a second of the Premier League, the WNBA, A10 hoops, the PGA and LPGA Tours, and NASCAR! • Live stream your favorite Versant networks within the app. • Dedicated page for each network showcasing the hottest series. • Stream recent and throwback favorites, like Law & Order: SVU, Chicago Fire, Chicago P.D., and Chicago Med. • Filter shows by network and genre while browsing. TV Provider Access • Sign in with your TV subscription to gain access to the entire catalog of VOD and Live content. Availability Notice • Versant's family of networks are only available to stream in the US and US territories. • Those outside the US will be unable to watch full episodes or live TV. • If you're traveling, you'll regain full access as soon as you return to the US. Comments or Questions • Please fill out our contact support form at https://help.versantmedia.com/s/contactsupport for assistance. • Please note: Use of the app is limited to the United States and its territories. Video is accessible via 3G, 4G, LTE, and Wi-Fi networks. Data charges may apply. • Privacy Policy: https://www.versantprivacy.com/privacy • Your Privacy Choices: https://www.versantprivacy.com/privacy/cookies • CA Notice: https://www.versantprivacy.com/privacy/california-consumer-privacy-act

Screenshots

Performance Racing Network4 screens
USA Network4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: USA Network at 4.5 against Performance Racing Network's 4.0. USA Network also leads on ratings volume (26K vs 13) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 4 months). Performance Racing Network's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

USA Network holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: USA Network has 26K ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 27% of Performance Racing Network's written reviews are positive against 37% of USA Network's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Performance Racing Network ships an update every 4 months, USA Network every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on July 20, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Performance Racing Network versus USA Network: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPerformance Racing NetworkUSA Network
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (13 ratings)4.5 (26K ratings) — better
Positive reviews27.3% of reviews36.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1326K — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#206 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple TV
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB240 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperSpeedway Motorsports, IncVersant Media LLC

Customer experience

Performance Racing Network

All ratings13 ratings
Positive69.2%
Neutral7.7%
Negative23.1%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive27.3%
Neutral9.1%
Negative63.6%

USA Network

All ratings25,940 ratings
Positive88.3%
Neutral3.0%
Negative8.8%
Written reviews469 reviews
Positive36.9%
Neutral4.5%
Negative58.6%

Bugs and requests

Performance Racing Network

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

USA Network

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes during playback
  • Video playback issues like freezing, skipping, and audio-video desync
  • Inability to resume watching from where user left off
  • TV provider login issues and constant re-authentication required

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add fast forward/rewind functionality
  • Improve Chromecast/casting support
  • Allow watching without TV provider login
  • Optimize app for newer devices and screen sizes

In-app purchases

None

Performance Racing Network

No in-app purchases

None

USA Network

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Performance Racing Network free?
Performance Racing Network is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is USA Network free?
USA Network is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Performance Racing Network or USA Network?
USA Network is rated higher. Performance Racing Network averages 4.0 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while USA Network averages 4.5 from 26K ratings.
Do Performance Racing Network or USA Network have ads?
USA Network shows ads; Performance Racing Network does not.
Which is updated more often, Performance Racing Network or USA Network?
Performance Racing Network ships an update every 4 months, and USA Network every 5 weeks. Most recently, Performance Racing Network was updated on July 20, 2026 and USA Network on September 25, 2026.

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