IN THE BLACK NETWORK vs GCM+
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.
GCM+
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Get all the programming you love from Gateway Collaborative Media, no matter where you are! GCM+ gives you access to our growing archive of local programming, access to our live video stream, and all without need for a cable subscription. From municipal meetings, to high school sports and educational programming, to live local events - and so much more. Whether you're in Adams, Cheshire, Clarksburg or North Adams, or somewhere beyond, bring all of the content you love with you on your mobile device or smart TV.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GCM+ at none against IN THE BLACK NETWORK's 8. GCM+ also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, 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. IN THE BLACK NETWORK sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. GCM+ asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | IN THE BLACK NETWORK | GCM+ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (234 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 85.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 234 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.5 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 60 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | In the Black Network Inc. | Cablecast Community Media LLC |
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
GCM+
No in-app purchases
