# BeaconTV vs SPI

The clearest difference is rating: SPI at 5.0 against BeaconTV's 3.9. SPI also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 3 months). BeaconTV's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and ratings volume (26 vs 7). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BeaconTV sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and SPI sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SPI holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 26 and 7 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of BeaconTV's written reviews are positive against 60% of SPI's.

BeaconTV ships an update every 3 months, SPI every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BeaconTV | SPI |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beacontv/id6560114461/reviews) | **[5.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spi/id6736894471/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **26** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **59.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 60 MB | 70 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Joshua Purvis](https://appshunter.io/developer/1834354624) | [Spirit Phone Innovations LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1767312130) |

## What reviewers say

### BeaconTV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beacontv/id6560114461)

Discover a vast library of premium paranormal content. Stream exclusive shows and documentaries covering mysteries, hauntings, and unexplained phenomena. Your ultimate destination for all things spooky and supernatural.

**Highlights:** Premium paranormal content, Exclusive shows, Documentaries, Mysteries and hauntings, Unexplained phenomena

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Basic Monthly Plan | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium + Monthly Plan | $6.99 | per month |
| Basic Annual Plan | $49.99 | per year |
| Legacy+ Annual | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 High-quality content based on viewer recommendations
- 👂 Developer listens to fan feedback
- 🔍 Variety of new paranormal content
- 🎥 High-quality audio and video
- 🤩 Ability to watch favorite paranormal shows in one place


### SPI

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spi/id6736894471)

This scientific device is designed for paranormal research and ghost hunting. It combines advanced ITC technology with intuitive frequency features to help users connect with the unknown and explore paranormal activity using AI tools.

**Highlights:** Scientific paranormal device, ITC cutting-edge technology, Intuitive frequency features, Connect with the unknown, EVP Evidence, Artificial intelligence tools

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Standard Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Ghost Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Standard Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Ghost Yearly | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤍 Accurate, intelligent, and specific responses
- 🤍 Impressive and surreal communication with spirits
- 🤍 Helpful tool for paranormal investigations and research
- 🤍 Game-changing for the paranormal field
- 🤍 Provides relevant and location-specific information

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Audio/voice issues (no audio playback, crashes, etc.)
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance (works one day, not the next)
- 🐛 Responses seem AI-generated rather than spirit-driven

**Reported bugs**

- Audio/voice not working
- Crashes and freezes
- Inability to save/review recorded interactions

**Requested features**

- Voice playback for responses
- Improved stability and reliability
- Clearer instructions and guidance for users


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BeaconTV free?

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

### Is SPI free?

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

### Which has better reviews, BeaconTV or SPI?

SPI is rated higher. BeaconTV averages 3.9 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while SPI averages 5.0 from 7 ratings.

### Do BeaconTV or SPI have ads?

Neither BeaconTV nor SPI shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BeaconTV or SPI?

BeaconTV ships an update every 3 months, and SPI every 6 weeks. Most recently, BeaconTV was updated on October 14, 2026 and SPI on October 11, 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.*