Comparison

LocalTV+ vs Crowd

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

LocalTV+

Stream local Boston TV channels for free, including news, sports, and network shows. Enjoy features like AirPlay and background playback to enhance your viewing experience. Stay connected to your community's programming without any subscription fees.

Highlights
  • Access to local Boston TV stations
  • Live sports broadcasts
  • AirPlay support
  • Background video streaming
  • Background audio playback
  • Local news and weather updates
Features
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Experience the Best of Boston TV Local TV+ brings access to local TV stations for those physically in the Boston Metro area. Stay connected with your community by watching local news, sports, educational programs, and network TV shows—all without subscriptions or fees. LocalTV+ is a service provided by Mass LocalTV Inc, 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Massachusetts. Key Features: • Access to Local Channels: Enjoy your favorite Boston TV stations • Live Sports Broadcasts: Watch the all major sports that broadcast in Boston. • AirPlay Support: Cast shows to your TV for a bigger viewing experience. • Background Video Streaming: Continue watching while using other apps. • Background Audio: Continue listening to audio while your device is locked. We believe everyone deserves access to their local network affiliates, and we’re committed to providing the best viewing experience possible. Why Choose Local TV+? • Community Connection: Stay informed with local news and weather updates. • Educational Programming: Access educational content for all ages. • Network TV Shows: Watch popular shows from major networks. • User-Friendly Interface: Navigate with ease to find what you love. Download Local TV+ today and dive into the world of local entertainment!

About

Crowd

Features
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At Crowd Spark, we bring fans, artists, and venues together on one powerful platform designed to fuel unforgettable live experiences. Whether you're here to perform, host, or lose yourself in the music, we make the connection seamless.

Screenshots

LocalTV+2 screens
Crowd4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Crowd at every 9 days against LocalTV+'s every 4 months. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LocalTV+ ships an update every 4 months, Crowd every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
LocalTV+ versus Crowd: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLocalTV+Crowd
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (173 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews90.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings173 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TViPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB80 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperMass Localtv, Inc.Successful Event Solutions, Inc.

In-app purchases

None

LocalTV+

No in-app purchases

None

Crowd

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LocalTV+ free?
LocalTV+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Crowd free?
Crowd is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do LocalTV+ or Crowd have ads?
Neither LocalTV+ nor Crowd shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LocalTV+ or Crowd?
LocalTV+ ships an update every 4 months, and Crowd every 9 days. Most recently, LocalTV+ was updated on October 18, 2026 and Crowd on September 19, 2026.

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