# MUBI vs A24

The clearest difference is rating: MUBI at 4.7 against A24's 3.6. MUBI also leads on review sentiment (59% vs 22%) and ratings volume (11K vs 206). A24's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MUBI sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and A24 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

MUBI holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MUBI has 11K ratings behind it against 206, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of MUBI's written reviews are positive against 22% of A24's.

MUBI ships an update weekly, A24 every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MUBI | A24 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mubi-stream-great-cinema/id626148774/reviews)** | [3.6 (206 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a24/id6446205568/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **11K** | 206 |
| Positive reviews | **58.5% of reviews** | 21.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#123** | — |
| Size | 153 MB | 175 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [MUBI, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/626148777) | [A24 FILMS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1479457720) |

## What reviewers say

### MUBI

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

**Currently charting:** #123 Top Grossing · Entertainment (US App Store)

Discover a curated selection of films from iconic directors and emerging artists worldwide. Stream or download beautiful movies on any device, anytime. Enjoy a unique cinematic experience hand-picked by experts.

**Highlights:** Curated film selection, Hand-picked by curators, Stream or download movies, Available on multiple devices, Global film library, 7-day free trial

**Features:** SharePlay, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (9)**

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


### A24

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a24/id6446205568)

Access exclusive perks, a full library of bonus content, and A24 films in one convenient app. Rent or own movies with filmmaker commentaries, watch behind-the-scenes documentaries, and enjoy member-only benefits. Stay updated on new features and exclusive offerings.

**Highlights:** Browse and rent/own A24 movies, Filmmaker commentaries, Behind-the-scenes documentaries, Interviews and bonus features, Exclusive member perks, Updates on new features

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pearl | $3.99 | one-time |
| X Movie | $3.99 | one-time |
| Talk to Me | $3.99 | one-time |
| Past Lives | $3.99 | one-time |
| Beau is Afraid | $5.99 | one-time |
| The Drama | $5.99 | one-time |
| Hazbin Hotel Early Access | $6.69 | one-time |
| Backrooms | $7.99 | one-time |
| Midsommar | $14.99 | one-time |
| The Board: Director Adam Wi... | $15.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎁 Great perks and gifts
- ✨ Sleek and easy interface
- 🎬 Treasure trove of bonus content
- 💖 Supports indie film studio
- 👍 Good for A24 fans

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Insanely buggy and unreliable
- 🔇 Sound issues common
- 🚫 AirPlay issues (no sound/video)
- 📺 No Apple TV app
- 💻 Poor app functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Free tickets hard to redeem
- Movies have no sound
- Purchased movies have no sound
- AirPlay has no sound or video
- Content not loading

**Requested features**

- Add Apple TV app
- Improve AirPlay functionality
- Allow in-app shop purchases
- Integrate shop with app
- Improve app functionality and user experience


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MUBI free?

MUBI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is A24 free?

A24 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MUBI or A24?

MUBI is rated higher. MUBI averages 4.7 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while A24 averages 3.6 from 206 ratings.

### Do MUBI or A24 have ads?

Neither MUBI nor A24 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MUBI or A24?

MUBI ships an update weekly, and A24 every 4 weeks. Most recently, MUBI was updated on November 9, 2026 and A24 on November 7, 2026.

---

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