WKIT vs LocalTV+
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
WKIT
Stream your favorite classic rock station live from Bangor, submit song requests to DJs, and participate in daily contests. Stay connected to the music and community wherever you are.
- Live stream listening
- Song request submission
- Daily contest participation
- Connect with DJs
- Classic rock music
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The official app for WKIT 100.3 FM - Bangor's Rock Station! Stay connected to the best Classic Rock station in Bangor wherever you go with the WKIT 100.3 app! Listen to the live stream, submit song requests to your favorite DJs, and tune in for all of our great daily contests!
LocalTV+
Stream local Boston TV channels, including news, sports, and network shows, for free. Enjoy background playback and AirPlay support to enhance your viewing experience without any subscriptions.
- Access to local Boston TV stations
- Live sports broadcasts
- AirPlay support
- Background video streaming
- Background audio playback
- User-friendly interface
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Experience the Best of Boston TV Local TV+ brings access to local TV stations for those physically in the Boston Metro area. Stay connected with your community by watching local news, sports, educational programs, and network TV shows—all without subscriptions or fees. LocalTV+ is a service provided by Mass LocalTV Inc, 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Massachusetts. Key Features: • Access to Local Channels: Enjoy your favorite Boston TV stations • Live Sports Broadcasts: Watch the all major sports that broadcast in Boston. • AirPlay Support: Cast shows to your TV for a bigger viewing experience. • Background Video Streaming: Continue watching while using other apps. • Background Audio: Continue listening to audio while your device is locked. We believe everyone deserves access to their local network affiliates, and we’re committed to providing the best viewing experience possible. Why Choose Local TV+? • Community Connection: Stay informed with local news and weather updates. • Educational Programming: Access educational content for all ages. • Network TV Shows: Watch popular shows from major networks. • User-Friendly Interface: Navigate with ease to find what you love. Download Local TV+ today and dive into the world of local entertainment!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: LocalTV+ at none against WKIT's shown. LocalTV+ also leads on update cadence (every 4 months vs every 14 months) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
LocalTV+ holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LocalTV+ has 191 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of WKIT's written reviews are positive against 90% of LocalTV+'s.
WKIT ships an update every 14 months, LocalTV+ every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | WKIT | LocalTV+ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (15 ratings) | 4.7 (191 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 85.7% of reviews | 90.2% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 15 | 191 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 14 months | Every 4 months — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 18 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | The Zone Corp | Mass Localtv, Inc. |
Customer experience
WKIT
LocalTV+
In-app purchases
WKIT
No in-app purchases
LocalTV+
No in-app purchases
