IN THE BLACK NETWORK vs Blacktivity
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
IN THE BLACK NETWORK
This AVOD streaming service features culturally significant and relatable Black voices and original stories. Explore a diverse collection of multi-genre content from Black creators, including sports, music, drama, and family programming.
- Black voices and original stories
- Culturally significant content
- Multi-genre entertainment
- Sports, music, drama, kids/family
- Feature films
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In THE BLACK NETWORK (ITBN) is an AVOD streaming service that highlights Black voices and original stories that are culturally significant and relatable for all audiences. With an expansive collection of Black-focused entertainment, viewers can access multi-genre content from Black creators, including sports, music, scripted, drama, talk, kids/family, feature films and more. Dive in to premium branded experiences and discover curated channels and entertainment with In The Black Network’s Culture Hub.
Blacktivity
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Blacktivity is your new official home for powerful Black stories. Stream free movies, original series, short films, and music specials from emerging and established creators. No complicated setup. No fees. Just sign up and start watching stories that look, feel, and speak like us. Download the app and join a growing community built around culture, creativity, and real representation.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Blacktivity at none against IN THE BLACK NETWORK's 8. Blacktivity also leads on ads (none vs shown). IN THE BLACK NETWORK's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 3 months) and device support (4 vs 2). On price 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. IN THE BLACK NETWORK sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Blacktivity asks for nothing beyond the download.
IN THE BLACK NETWORK ships an update every 6 weeks, Blacktivity every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | IN THE BLACK NETWORK | Blacktivity |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (237 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 85.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 237 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 60 MB | 82 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | In the Black Network Inc. | Blacktivity, Inc |
In-app purchases
IN THE BLACK NETWORK
- Tier 2 Movie Purchase$1.99
- Tier 3 Movie Rental$2.99
- Tier 3 Movie Purchase$2.99
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- Tier 5 Movie Purchase$4.99
- Tier 8 Bundle Purchase$7.99
- Tier 8 Movie Purchase$7.99
- Tier 10 Movie Purchase$9.99
- Tier 15 Movie Purchase$14.99
Blacktivity
No in-app purchases
Questions
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