# Simpletv+ vs Thundernet TV GO

The clearest difference is rating: Simpletv+ at 4.6 against Thundernet TV GO's 3.3. Simpletv+ also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (31% vs 0%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Simpletv+ holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simpletv+ has 1.3K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of Simpletv+'s written reviews are positive against 0% of Thundernet TV GO's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simpletv+ | Thundernet TV GO |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simpletv-plus/id6446922417/reviews)** | [3.3 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thundernet-tv-go/id6450786323/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.3K** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | **30.9% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 43 MB | 121 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SimpleTV](https://appshunter.io/developer/1679703520) | [Mediablocks LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1573409322) |

## What reviewers say

### Simpletv+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simpletv-plus/id6446922417)

Stream your favorite channels, exclusive content, and original productions on demand. Enjoy full control over live TV, create personalized profiles, and access premium packages from various providers all in one place.

**Highlights:** Live TV control (pause, rewind, fast-forward), Up to 5 personalized profiles, Background playback, Interactive live programming guide, On-demand content library, Exclusive original series and documentaries, Integrated premium packages (Paramount+, HBO, etc.)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy and fast to use
- ✨ High video quality
- 📱 Works on iPhone
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 📺 Good channel selection

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App frequently crashes
- 🐛 App freezes often
- 🐛 App is slow
- 🐛 Does not work on Smart TVs (LG, Samsung)
- 🐛 Cannot record content

**Reported bugs**

- App does not open
- App crashes frequently
- App freezes
- App is slow
- App does not work on Smart TVs (LG, Samsung)

**Requested features**

- Add app for Apple TV
- Add app for Samsung non-Android TVs
- Enable Chromecast casting
- Allow screen sharing without keeping phone screen on
- Improve app for tablets to support orientation changes


### Thundernet TV GO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thundernet-tv-go/id6450786323)

Stream a variety of entertainment channels, including kids' programming, movies, telenovelas, and sports, directly to your home. Simply install the application to access live signals and enjoy content on your Apple TV, iPhone, or iPad.

**Highlights:** Children's channels, Movies, Telenovelas, Sports, Home viewing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simpletv+ free?

Simpletv+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Thundernet TV GO free?

Thundernet TV GO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Simpletv+ or Thundernet TV GO?

Simpletv+ is rated higher. Simpletv+ averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while Thundernet TV GO averages 3.3 from 9 ratings.

### Do Simpletv+ or Thundernet TV GO have ads?

Thundernet TV GO shows ads; Simpletv+ does not.

### Which is updated more often, Simpletv+ or Thundernet TV GO?

Simpletv+ ships an update every 5 months, and Thundernet TV GO every 5 months. Most recently, Simpletv+ was updated on October 23, 2026 and Thundernet TV GO on October 15, 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.*