Comparison

Virgin Media Play vs TeeVeeing

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

Head to head
About

Virgin Media Play

Stream popular TV shows, dramas, and Irish content live or on demand. Enjoy features like restarting live shows, accessing all channels, and improved accessibility services. Discover new titles and search for favorites.

Highlights
  • Stream live and on-demand TV shows
  • Restart live shows from the beginning
  • Access all Virgin Media channels
  • Improved accessibility (subtitles, audio description)
  • Watch major shows minutes after airing
  • Browse and search for new titles and favorites
Features
Read full description

It’s Playtime! Virgin Media Play is Virgin Media Televisions revamped and brand new on demand Player. Looking to stream some of the most talked about TV shows for free? You’re in the right place. From homegrown Irish content and unmissable sport to reality boxsets and jaw-dropping dramas, Virgin Media Play has it all available live or on demand. What you’ll love about Virgin Media Play • Restart shows live from the beginning so you don’t miss a single moment. • Seamlessly watch all our channels within the app. • Improved accessibility services, including subtitles and audio description. • Stream major shows such as Love Island and Gogglebox Ireland minutes after they’ve aired so you don’t get FOMO. • We add new TV programmes and films all the time, so why not browse new titles or search for your favourites and stream to your device? So, what are you waiting for? Download the new and improved Virgin Media Play app to your mobile, tablet or smart TV and open up a world of entertainment at your fingertips. Got a feature you love? Share the love! Found a bug? We're here to squish it! Think there's a smoother way to do things? Let's optimize like there's no tomorrow! Don’t hesitate to get in touch to share your feedback by contacting playsupport@virginmedia.ie.

About

TeeVeeing

Access live satellite TV channels legally and instantly without a dish or VPN. Control your rented European satellite receiver remotely to power on/off, switch channels, and browse program guides. Schedule recordings and replay content up to 7 days back.

Highlights
  • Remote receiver control
  • Live satellite TV streaming
  • Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)
  • Cloud-based recording scheduling
  • 7-day program replay
  • Access to 120+ FTA channels
Features
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TeeVeeing Control App Real satellite TV. No dish. No VPN. Just control and watch — legally and instantly. The TeeVeeing Control App connects you to your own rented satellite TV equipment, physically installed in a secure European facility. You receive live television exactly as it's broadcast via satellite — unaltered, in real time, with no overlays or added ads. We don’t retransmit or repackage TV. Instead, we rent you a real satellite receiver, which you control through this app. What the App Does • Power your rented satellite receiver on or off • Switch channels instantly • Browse a complete Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) • Schedule cloud-based recordings • Replay programs up to 7 days back (depending on your plan) You are in direct control of your own satellite equipment. Important Note on Satellite Coverage Satellite TV relies on geographic footprints — which means you can only access channels available via satellites visible from the location of your assigned receiver. We place our receivers in strategic locations across Europe to provide access to major Free-To-Air (FTA) channels from: • United Kingdom • Ireland • France • Germany Channel availability may vary depending on the satellite coverage area based on your location. Memberships – Buy Directly in the App Activate your satellite equipment with one of our rental memberships, available as in-app purchases: • Holiday Pass – Short-term, ideal for travellers • Monthly or Annual Plans – Great for long-term access • Family Plan – Multi-device usage with added features Activation is quick, usually within minutes of sign-up. Key Features • 120+ FTA channels • Fully remote access to your private receiver • Works on phones, tablets, smart TVs, and set-top boxes • No VPNs, no cables, no satellite dish needed at your home • GDPR-compliant, legally operated under EU broadcasting laws Who Is This For? Perfect for expats, holidaymakers, second-home owners, or anyone looking for a lawful, personal way to watch real satellite TV from back home — even while abroad. Download the TeeVeeing Control App now to activate and manage your satellite TV receiver — and enjoy real TV from the source.

Screenshots

Virgin Media Play4 screens
TeeVeeing4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TeeVeeing at 3.2 against Virgin Media Play's 2.3. TeeVeeing also leads on review sentiment (22% vs 12%) and ratings volume (19 vs 3). Virgin Media Play's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and update cadence (monthly vs every 9 months). On price, ads and device support 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. TeeVeeing sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Virgin Media Play asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TeeVeeing holds the better App Store score, 3.2 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TeeVeeing has 19 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 12% of Virgin Media Play's written reviews are positive against 22% of TeeVeeing's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Virgin Media Play ships an update monthly, TeeVeeing every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Virgin Media Play versus TeeVeeing: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVirgin Media PlayTeeVeeing
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (3 ratings)3.2 (19 ratings) — better
Positive reviews11.8% of reviews22.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings319 — better
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 9 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TViPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size86 MB3 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperTV3 TELEVISION NETWORK LIMITEDPZAZ

Customer experience

Virgin Media Play

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive11.8%
Neutral5.9%
Negative82.4%

TeeVeeing

All ratings19 ratings
Positive47.4%
Neutral5.3%
Negative47.4%
Written reviews45 reviews
Positive22.2%
Neutral13.3%
Negative64.4%

Bugs and requests

Virgin Media Play

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

TeeVeeing

Reported bugs

22 issues
  • Unable to sign in
  • Screen goes blank
  • Site is down
  • Cannot watch recordings
  • Connection error message
Show 17 more
  • Playback times out when Airplaying
  • Subscription says expired incorrectly
  • App stops and won't stream
  • Airplay not working
  • App doesn't work
  • Gets stuck
  • No PiP
  • Online chat unavailable
  • Emails not responded to
  • Cannot update payment info
  • Payments not possible from iOS app
  • Website is gone
  • App displays 404 page
  • Channels don't load
  • Plays channel in landscape on iPhone
  • Cannot pause or change channels on iPhone
  • Signals lag and freeze

Requested features

8 requests
  • App for Roku
  • App for Apple TV
  • App for Sony smart tv
  • Picture-in-Picture (PiP) option
  • USA option
Show 3 more
  • Timeshift functionality
  • Subtitles availability
  • Option to pay through Apple

In-app purchases

None

Virgin Media Play

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

TeeVeeing

Subscriptions4
  • Expat TV - Monthly$8.991 Month
  • Family TV - Monthly$17.991 Month
  • Expat TV - Yearly - Save 25%$79.991 Year
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  • Family TV - Yearly - Save 25%$149.991 Year

Questions

Is Virgin Media Play free?
Virgin Media Play is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TeeVeeing free?
TeeVeeing is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Virgin Media Play or TeeVeeing?
TeeVeeing is rated higher. Virgin Media Play averages 2.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while TeeVeeing averages 3.2 from 19 ratings.
Do Virgin Media Play or TeeVeeing have ads?
Both Virgin Media Play and TeeVeeing show ads.
Which is updated more often, Virgin Media Play or TeeVeeing?
Virgin Media Play ships an update monthly, and TeeVeeing every 9 months. Most recently, Virgin Media Play was updated on November 10, 2026 and TeeVeeing on November 8, 2026.

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