MyDStv vs Gathrify
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MyDStv
Manage your DStv subscription with ease through a redesigned, user-friendly interface. Access self-service options for account management, payments, and package upgrades. Discover personalized offers and exclusive discounts through a gamified experience.
- Manage subscription
- Self-service account management
- Error code troubleshooting
- Check account balance
- Make payments
- Upgrade package
- Personalized offers and discounts
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Introducing the redesigned MyDStv app, delivering a revamped look and feel, enhanced stability, and increased engagement features for an enriched entertainment journey. Immerse yourself in a new and improved viewing experience, all while effortlessly managing your subscription with our user-friendly DIY approach. Explore the Enhanced MyDStv App: Manage Your Account: Navigate your subscription seamlessly using our self-service feature. Tackle error codes, check your account balance, make payments, and upgrade your package effortlessly. Discover Personalized Offers and Exclusive Discounts! Experience a gamified journey where tailored offers and discounts await. Whether it's package upgrades, exclusive deals, or unlocking premium features, our app brings you an immersive experience filled with exciting rewards. Experience unparalleled convenience at your fingertips. Download the MyDStv app today and embrace a fresh world of entertainment with its updated look, enhanced stability, and engaging features
Gathrify
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Gathrify makes hosting events effortless, elegant, and completely stress-free. No more paper invites. No more messy spreadsheets. Just smooth planning from start to finish. What You Can Do With Gathrify Beautiful Digital Invites Create and share stunning invitations in seconds. Smart RSVP Tracking See who’s attending—live and in real time. Easy Guest List Management Add, remove, and organize guests with zero stress. Co-Host & Planner Access Bring your team on board while you stay in full control of your event. Instant Broadcast Updates Send announcements or messages to all guests at once. Perfect for weddings, parties, corporate events, and any gathering where guest management should be simple—not stressful. Host smarter. Plan faster. Celebrate better with Gathrify.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Gathrify at every 6 days against MyDStv's every 2 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.
MyDStv ships an update every 2 weeks, Gathrify every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MyDStv | Gathrify |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (252 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 22.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 252 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 89 MB | 127 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Multichoice Support Services (Pty) Ltd | Bigaz Network International Limited |
In-app purchases
MyDStv
No in-app purchases
Gathrify
No in-app purchases
