Comparison

MUBI vs Classix

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

Head to head
About

MUBI

Discover a curated selection of acclaimed films from around the world, chosen by experts. Stream or download movies on any device, anytime. Offers monthly and yearly subscriptions with a free trial.

Highlights
  • Hand-picked film curation
  • Global film discovery
  • Stream or download movies
  • Available on multiple devices
  • Monthly and yearly subscriptions
  • 7-day free trial
Features
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Welcome to MUBI: Apple TV App of the Year. Discover great films, from iconic directors to emerging artists. From everywhere around the world. Each carefully chosen by MUBI’s curators. Stream or download beautiful movies, anytime. On any screen or device, anywhere. SUBSCRIPTIONS MUBI offers a monthly and a yearly auto-renewing subscription with a 7 day free trial period. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Terms and conditions: https://mubi.com/terms_of_service Privacy policy: https://mubi.com/privacy_policy Support: http://help.mubi.com If you have any problems, comments or suggestions for improving our app, please contact us at support@mubi.com. USER NOTES A Wi-Fi connection is recommended for quality viewing and downloading of films. A weak cellular connection may result in interrupted playback. The content available on MUBI may vary by region. Some titles shown above may not be available in your country.

About

Classix

Access a vast library of classic movies and TV shows across numerous genres. Enjoy curated content, live channels, and personalized recommendations on all your Apple devices. Stream anytime, anywhere, and save your favorites for later.

Highlights
  • Curated library of classic movies and TV shows
  • 25 exclusive live TV channels
  • Personalized recommendations
  • Save to your list and resume watching
  • Universal search with Siri and Spotlight
  • Picture-in-Picture support
Features
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Dive into a treasure trove of thousands of classic movies and TV shows, handpicked to bring you the very best in timeless entertainment. From vintage comedies and thrilling dramas to iconic cartoons and family-friendly favorites, Classix has something for everyone to love. Stream anywhere, anytime. With Classix, the golden age of Hollywood is always at your fingertips. Download now and enjoy an ever-growing library of classic entertainment across iPhone, iPad, Apple TV and Apple Vision Pro. A CLASSIX MADE FOR YOU • Personalized Home: Tell Classix what you love and discover a Home experience built around your tastes. • Smart Recommendations: Discover movies and shows selected for you, with insights into why you might love them. • AI Search: Search naturally by mood, topic, actor or title, and refine your search with follow-up questions. • Private, On-Device Intelligence: Personalization and AI Search are powered directly on your device. DISCOVER & WATCH • A Curated Library: Explore thousands of classic movies and TV shows across every genre, from unforgettable Westerns and suspenseful mysteries to beloved cartoons and comedies. • Live Channels: Stream 25 exclusive Classix Live TV Channels for a nostalgic trip through cinematic history. • Generated Subtitles: Generate captions on-device in your preferred languages. • Siri: Ask Siri to play or search for your favorite classics on Classix. • Spotlight: Find Classix titles directly from system search and jump straight into the app. • Your List, Your Way: Save your must-watch classics so your list and pick up right where you left off. WHY CHOOSE CLASSIX+? Get full access to our entire library of movies, TV shows and 25 live TV channels. MADE FOR APPLE • Beautifully designed for iPhone, iPad, Apple TV and Apple Vision Pro. • Seamless playback controls and Now Playing integration. • Picture-in-Picture support for watching while multitasking. • Resizable layouts designed for the latest iPhone and iPad experiences. Classix is your ultimate gateway to the past. Relive the charm, magic and nostalgia of the classics, all in one place. Download Classix today and rediscover the art of timeless entertainment! Privacy Policy: https://classixapp.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://classixapp.com/terms

Screenshots

MUBI4 screens
Classix4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Classix at free with in-app purchases against MUBI's subscription. MUBI's advantage is review sentiment (59% vs 29%) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. MUBI sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Classix sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MUBI holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11K and 4K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of MUBI's written reviews are positive against 29% of Classix's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MUBI ships an update weekly, Classix every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
MUBI versus Classix: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMUBIClassix
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (11K ratings) — better4.5 (4K ratings)
Positive reviews58.6% of reviews — better29.4% of reviews
Number of ratings11K — better4K
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#139 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Vision ProiPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size139 MB82 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperMUBI, Inc.Classix Media Inc.

Customer experience

MUBI

All ratings10,888 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral2.7%
Negative5.0%
Written reviews1,600 reviews
Positive58.6%
Neutral7.4%
Negative34.1%

Classix

All ratings3,983 ratings
Positive86.7%
Neutral4.9%
Negative8.4%
Written reviews330 reviews
Positive29.4%
Neutral9.7%
Negative60.9%

User reviews

MUBI

From 11K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎥 Excellent curation of films
  • 🌍 Diverse and unique content
  • 💎 Discovering hidden gems
  • 🎨 Appreciation for cinema as art
  • 🤩 Wonderful viewing experience

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Buggy app with technical issues
  • 🔍 Difficult to navigate and search
  • 💳 Confusing subscription model
  • 🚫 Limited content availability in certain regions
  • 🕰️ Frustrating expiration of films

Classix

From 4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great selection of classic movies and TV shows
  • 👍 Lifetime subscription is good value
  • 🚀 Lots of content available
  • 👍 Brings back nostalgic memories

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and app not working
  • 🔍 Poor video and audio quality
  • 🔍 Incomplete movies/shows, missing content
  • 🔍 Buggy app with many issues
  • 💰 Paid subscription not worth it

Bugs and requests

MUBI

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Frequent app crashes and freezes
  • Download issues and incomplete downloads
  • Inconsistent subtitle and audio support
  • Streaming quality and buffering problems
  • Login and account management difficulties

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved search and filtering options
  • Ability to create and manage watchlists
  • Support for more devices and platforms
  • Better offline viewing capabilities
  • Clearer communication on content availability

Classix

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App crashes on launch
  • Videos won't load or play
  • Account and subscription issues
  • Playback controls not working
  • Syncing issues across devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add closed captions/subtitles
  • Improve video and audio quality
  • Fix bugs and crashes
  • Expand content library
  • Allow resume playback from where left off

In-app purchases

10 purchases

MUBI

Subscriptions10
  • MUBI2 variants$4.991 Month
  • MUBI$5.991 Month
  • MUBI$8.991 Month
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  • MUBI Classic Monthly7 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • MUBI1 Month trial$14.991 Month
  • MUBI Monthly3 Months trial$14.991 Month
  • MUBI GO Monthly$19.991 Month
  • MUBI$34.991 Year
  • MUBI$39.991 Year
  • MUBI Classic Yearly7 Days trial$119.991 Year
4 purchases

Classix

Subscriptions2
  • Classix+ – Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Classix+ – Annual$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Classix+$49.99
  • Classix+ – Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is MUBI free?
MUBI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Classix free?
Classix is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MUBI or Classix?
MUBI is rated higher. MUBI averages 4.7 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while Classix averages 4.5 from 4K ratings.
Do MUBI or Classix have ads?
Neither MUBI nor Classix shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MUBI or Classix?
MUBI ships an update weekly, and Classix every 3 weeks. Most recently, MUBI was updated on November 1, 2026 and Classix on November 1, 2026.

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