Tablo vs StreamNova
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.
StreamNova
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StreamNova is a private media hosting and playback service for media that customers own or are authorized to use. Sign in with your existing StreamNova username and password or use Quick Connect. The app connects automatically to the StreamNova service, so there is no server address to enter or configure. Features include: • Browse your private media library • Search your library • Resume playback across sessions • Select available subtitles and audio tracks • Download supported media for playback within StreamNova • Use native iPhone and iPad playback controls • Sign in with a password or Quick Connect • Sign out using the explicit Logout button in Settings An existing StreamNova account is required. Account creation, subscription purchase, and subscription management are not available in the app. StreamNova provides private hosting and playback functionality; it does not supply a catalog of movies, television channels, shows, or other media. No subscriptions or digital content are sold through the app, and the app contains no external payment links.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: StreamNova at none against Tablo's shown. StreamNova also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs every 5 weeks). 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.
Tablo ships an update every 5 weeks, StreamNova every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Tablo | StreamNova |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.9 (57 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 20.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 57 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 11 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 16.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 152 MB | 233 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Nuvyyo Inc. | Stephen Hawes |
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
StreamNova
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Tablo
No in-app purchases
StreamNova
No in-app purchases
