# Tivi Network vs Ucult

The clearest difference is monetization model: Tivi Network at free with in-app purchases against Ucult's subscription. Tivi Network also leads on rating (3.5 vs 3.1) and review sentiment (57% vs 29%). Ucult's advantage is chart position (#195 vs unranked) and ratings volume (47 vs 11). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tivi Network sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.29 per month and Ucult sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Tivi Network holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 3.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11 and 47 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Tivi Network's written reviews are positive against 29% of Ucult's.

Tivi Network ships an update every 3 weeks, Ucult monthly. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tivi Network | Ucult |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.5 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tivi-network/id6477445589/reviews)** | [3.1 (47 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ucult/id6745483152/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **47** |
| Positive reviews | **57.1% of reviews** | 28.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | — | **#195** |
| Size | 80 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Mann Robinson Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1729361463) | [Ucult Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1812469315) |

## What reviewers say

### Tivi Network

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tivi-network/id6477445589)

Stream authentic indie films, documentaries, and content from underrepresented creators. This platform offers diverse urban storytelling and aims to redefine the entertainment experience.

**Highlights:** Indie film streaming, Documentary collection, Content from underrepresented creators, Urban storytelling, Community features

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $0.29 | per month |
| TVEI Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| TVEI Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Rental | $5.99 | one-time |


### Ucult

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ucult/id6745483152)

**Currently charting:** #195 Top Grossing · Entertainment (US App Store)

Discover a unique streaming platform featuring independent films, cult classics, and exclusive original series. Enjoy live premieres, comedy specials, and sports events with flexible monthly subscriptions. Stream a diverse range of content anytime, anywhere, on all your devices.

**Highlights:** Independent film library, Cult classic collection, Exclusive original series, Live event streaming, Monthly subscription model, Cross-device compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly (In-App) | $8.99 | per month |
| Annual (In-App) | $98.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tivi Network free?

Tivi Network is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Ucult free?

Ucult is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Tivi Network or Ucult?

Tivi Network is rated higher. Tivi Network averages 3.5 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Ucult averages 3.1 from 47 ratings.

### Do Tivi Network or Ucult have ads?

Neither Tivi Network nor Ucult shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Tivi Network or Ucult?

Tivi Network ships an update every 3 weeks, and Ucult monthly. Most recently, Tivi Network was updated on June 1, 2026 and Ucult on September 23, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*