TCT Now vs GSAT Plus
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TCT Now
Stream live TV channels, watch on-demand content, and manage your DVR recordings from your mobile device. The app allows you to browse program guides, schedule recordings, and even transfer playback between devices.
- Watch live TV channels
- Browse program guide
- Watch on-demand content
- Schedule DVR recordings
- Transfer playback between devices
- Catch-up and Restart TV features
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TCT Now's intuitive user interface, you can watch any of your favorite programming from the palm of your hand, schedule recordings on your DVR or control your set-top box without picking up the remote control. •Browse the Program Guide for all channels offered by your TCT Now. •Watch live channels directly from your mobile device. •Browse and watch On Demand content. •Never miss another show with the Catch-up and Restart TV features. •Transfer playback to and from any mobile device running the TCT Now app. •Search On Demand and TV content by title. •Schedule and manage your DVR recordings.
GSAT Plus
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GSAT PLUS is a powerful live-streaming service operated by Global Satellite Technology Services, Inc. It is designed for Filipinos who love to watch their favorite local and international programs anytime, anywhere. Whether on the go or relaxing at home, GSAT PLUS lets you enjoy a wide variety of content from your mobile device. With GSAT Plus, you can stream the latest Filipino movies, dramas, and TV shows, along with popular international programs. Enjoy a high-quality streaming experience that keeps you connected to your favorite content. From local news to global sports, trending series to timeless classics, GSAT Plus delivers endless entertainment at your fingertips.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TCT Now at none against GSAT Plus's 1. GSAT Plus's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 30 months). On price, ads, 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. GSAT Plus sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. TCT Now asks for nothing beyond the download.
TCT Now ships an update every 30 months, GSAT Plus every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TCT Now | GSAT Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 30 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 39 MB | 109 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Tri County Telephone Assocation | GLOBAL SATELLITE TECHNOLOGY SERVICE, INC. |
In-app purchases
TCT Now
No in-app purchases
GSAT Plus
- Streaming Plan$1.99
