Comparison

Begin.Watch vs Shamoon Live

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

Head to head
About

Begin.Watch

This platform offers a diverse range of entertainment, including live sports, exclusive original series, and a mix of local and international films and dramas. Enjoy ad-free streaming with a focus on speed and an intuitive user interface for effortless content discovery.

Highlights
  • Ad-free streaming
  • Live sports (La Liga, boxing, MotoGP, golf, cricket, football)
  • Exclusive original series and films
  • Local Pakistani dramas and films
  • International movies and shows
  • Fast, buffer-free playback
  • Easy-to-use interface
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Begin is the latest streaming platform in Pakistan, where all your entertainment finds a home. No ads mean no interruptions; it’s just you and the content you love. Our app is built for speed so that you can watch without long buffering or delays. With a simple, easy-to-use design, finding something to watch is quick and simple. Live Sports Watch the La Liga football Tournament with top teams like Barcelona & Real Madrid, the Indian Super League (Available only in Bahrain, Qatar, UAE, & Saudi Arabia), Zuffa boxing, MotoGP, and follow golf tournaments including the PGA Tour, LPGA Tour, DP World Tour, and all the majors. Enjoy cricket, football, wrestling, and more. Begin Exclusives Begin brings you exclusive content you won’t find anywhere else. Watch original series, films, and special productions created to tell bold, meaningful stories. Stream popular titles like Teen Tara, Pink Shirt, Faraar, Churails, and Qaatil Haseenaon Ke Naam, alongside other Begin Originals and exclusive shows. Local & International Content Stream the best of both worlds with Begin. Enjoy international hits like Venom, Spider-Man, Damages, Men in Black, and The Big C, alongside popular Pakistani dramas from the 90s to today. Catch new films like Inflames and follow all the episodes of Pakistan Idol, all in one place. Download now and make every watch worth it. Note: Content availability may vary by region. Some leagues, tournaments, and events are only accessible in specific countries.

About

Shamoon Live

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Your phone is part of the show. Install the app before the concert and use your phone to become part of a coordinated light show across the audience. When the show begins, your screen and camera flash lights up in sync with the music and the rest of the crowd. The app also gives you a voice in the show. Head to the voting page and vote for your favorite Shamoon Ismail songs - the tracks you want to hear him perform at the concert. Your votes help shape the setlist and make you an active part of the experience, both on and off the stage. The app also features optional live lyrics. Turn them on to see karaoke-style lyrics appear in real time, perfectly synced with the music on stage. Follow every verse, sing every word, and be part of the moment with the crowd.

Screenshots

Begin.Watch4 screens
Shamoon Live4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Shamoon Live at every 4 days against Begin.Watch's every 3 weeks. 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

Begin.Watch ships an update every 3 weeks, Shamoon Live every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Begin.Watch versus Shamoon Live: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBegin.WatchShamoon Live
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (107 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews64.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings107 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size64 MB6 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperBeginToneBeam

In-app purchases

None

Begin.Watch

No in-app purchases

None

Shamoon Live

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Begin.Watch free?
Begin.Watch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Shamoon Live free?
Shamoon Live is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Begin.Watch or Shamoon Live have ads?
Neither Begin.Watch nor Shamoon Live shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Begin.Watch or Shamoon Live?
Begin.Watch ships an update every 3 weeks, and Shamoon Live every 4 days. Most recently, Begin.Watch was updated on November 4, 2026 and Shamoon Live on October 31, 2026.

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