# MUBI vs Classix

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.

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.

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.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | MUBI | Classix |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mubi-stream-great-cinema/id626148774/reviews)** | [4.5 (4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/classix/id1071737169/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **11K** | 4K |
| Positive reviews | **58.6% of reviews** | 29.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#139** | — |
| Size | 139 MB | 82 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.6** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Vision Pro | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [MUBI, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/626148777) | [Classix Media Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/427453267) |

## What reviewers say

### MUBI

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mubi-stream-great-cinema/id626148774)

**Currently charting:** #139 Top Grossing · Entertainment (US App Store)

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:** SharePlay, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MUBI | $4.99 | per month |
| MUBI | $5.99 | per month |
| MUBI | $8.99 | per month |
| MUBI Classic Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| MUBI | $14.99 | per month |
| MUBI Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| MUBI GO Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| MUBI | $34.99 | per year |
| MUBI | $39.99 | per year |
| MUBI Classic Yearly | $119.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/classix/id1071737169)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, SharePlay

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Classix+ – Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Classix+ – Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Classix+ | $49.99 | one-time |
| Classix+ – Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


## Frequently asked 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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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*