Tablo vs LocalTV+
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Tablo
Record and watch live TV from your antenna and streaming channels without a subscription. Access broadcast content and local news on any device in your home, including smartphones and tablets.
- Record live TV
- Watch streaming channels
- No subscription required
- Access on all home devices
- Includes local news and sports
- Works with TV antennas
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Tablo is a device that lets you watch and record live TV, with no subscription. Just one Tablo delivers antenna TV and streaming channels to every screen in your home, including your iPhone or iPad. Simply connect your TV antenna to Tablo, connect your Tablo to your home network, and you can enjoy live sports, local news, and favorite broadcast TV shows, and even ad-supported streaming channels on any iOS-enabled device via the Tablo app. Tablo also works with your smart TV and streaming media devices so you can catch up on your favorite shows.
LocalTV+
Stream local Boston TV channels for free, including news, sports, and network shows. Enjoy features like AirPlay and background playback to enhance your viewing experience. Stay connected to your community's programming without any subscription fees.
- Access to local Boston TV stations
- Live sports broadcasts
- AirPlay support
- Background video streaming
- Background audio playback
- Local news and weather updates
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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 review sentiment: LocalTV+ at 89% against Tablo's 20%. LocalTV+ also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.9) and ads (none vs shown). Tablo's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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, 4.8 against 1.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 57 and 173 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of Tablo's written reviews are positive against 89% of LocalTV+'s.
Tablo ships an update every 5 weeks, LocalTV+ every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Tablo | LocalTV+ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.9 (57 ratings) | 4.8 (173 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 20.1% of reviews | 88.9% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 57 | 173 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 16.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 152 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Nuvyyo Inc. | Mass Localtv, Inc. |
Customer experience
Tablo
LocalTV+
Bugs and requests
Tablo
Reported bugs
4 issues- Inability to watch recordings in progress
- Unreliable channel scanning and guide data
- Connectivity issues with certain network setups
- Compatibility problems with newer devices
Requested features
4 requests- Picture-in-picture mode
- Remote access to recordings
- Improved channel guide and DVR management
- Seamless integration with smart home devices
LocalTV+
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Tablo
No in-app purchases
LocalTV+
No in-app purchases
