Comparison

USA Network vs Optimum

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

Head to head
About

USA Network

Stream live TV, catch up on recent episodes of popular shows, and watch movies on demand. Access content from a family of networks, including sports and past season favorites. Requires a TV provider login for full access.

Highlights
  • Watch latest episodes the day after airing
  • Live stream TV 24/7
  • Access on-demand content from multiple networks
  • Stream live sports like PGA TOUR and Premier League
  • Filter shows by network and genre
  • Sign in with TV provider for full access
Features
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Overview • The USA Network app is the best place to catch up on the most recent season of your favorite shows, watch live TV, keep up with your favorite sports, and stream movies and past season content!​ • Download the USA Network app to watch WWE Smackdown, the PGA TOUR and LPGA TOUR, Premier League, NASCAR, the WNBA, The Rainmaker, Everything on the Menu with Braun Strowman, AND MUCH MORE! • Get started by signing in with your TV subscription (cable, satellite, or digital). The USA Network app supports most TV providers, including DirecTV, Spectrum, Xfinity, Dish, and AT&T. App Features Watch Your Way • Watch the latest episodes of new USA Network shows the day after they air on TV. • Live stream and schedule available 24/7 when signed in with your TV provider. Explore Versant Content • Access to on-demand content from across the Versant family of networks (including USA, SYFY, E!, Oxygen, MSNOW, CNBC, and Golf Channel). • Don't miss a second of the Premier League, the WNBA, A10 hoops, the PGA and LPGA Tours, and NASCAR! • Live stream your favorite Versant networks within the app. • Dedicated page for each network showcasing the hottest series. • Stream recent and throwback favorites, like Law & Order: SVU, Chicago Fire, Chicago P.D., and Chicago Med. • Filter shows by network and genre while browsing. TV Provider Access • Sign in with your TV subscription to gain access to the entire catalog of VOD and Live content. Availability Notice • Versant's family of networks are only available to stream in the US and US territories. • Those outside the US will be unable to watch full episodes or live TV. • If you're traveling, you'll regain full access as soon as you return to the US. Comments or Questions • Please fill out our contact support form at https://help.versantmedia.com/s/contactsupport for assistance. • Please note: Use of the app is limited to the United States and its territories. Video is accessible via 3G, 4G, LTE, and Wi-Fi networks. Data charges may apply. • Privacy Policy: https://www.versantprivacy.com/privacy • Your Privacy Choices: https://www.versantprivacy.com/privacy/cookies • CA Notice: https://www.versantprivacy.com/privacy/california-consumer-privacy-act

About

Optimum

Stream live TV, manage DVR recordings, and explore an extensive On Demand library on any screen. This app offers a sleek interface for easy content discovery and allows for picture-in-picture viewing while browsing. It's designed for Optimum Video subscribers to enjoy their favorite programs anywhere, anytime.

Highlights
  • Watch Live TV and browse guide
  • Access On Demand library
  • TV to GO feature for remote viewing
  • Picture-in-picture video player
  • Schedule and manage Cloud DVR recordings
  • View scheduled and recorded lists
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Turn every screen into a TV with the Optimum app, designed for Optimum Video subscribers. Enjoy your favorite live TV while on the go plus, manage your DVR recordings and browse our extensive On Demand library from any room in your home, all on the app. Features: Sleek new interface and easier content discovery. Watch: • Watch Live TV and browse your your entire TV guide and channel lineup • Browse and access our On Demand library directly from the app • With the TV to GO feature, watch programs from top networks anytime, anywhere • Use the picture in picture video player to watch content while browsing other sections of the Optimum app or multitasking on your device Record: • Schedule and manage your Cloud DVR recordings • View your scheduled and recorded lists • Manage scheduled and recorded programs Requirements: • Available content and features are based on your current programming package and premium service. Not all content is available to stream at this time. • An Optimum ID and Password • A WiFi or internet connection. Some features only available while connected to Optimum Internet at home • Visit optimum.net/app for more information *Some features not available in all areas. Privacy Policy : https://www.optimum.com/terms-of-service/privacy/Customer-Privacy/optimum-customer-privacy-policy Terms of Service: https://www.optimum.com/terms-of-service/residential/television/app

Screenshots

USA Network4 screens
Optimum4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Optimum at none against USA Network's shown. Optimum also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). USA Network's advantage is review sentiment (37% vs 15%) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for USA Network against 4.5 for Optimum. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 26K and 28K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 37% of USA Network's written reviews are positive against 15% of Optimum's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

USA Network ships an update every 5 weeks, Optimum every 4 months. Both last shipped on September 30, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
USA Network versus Optimum: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUSA NetworkOptimum
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (26K ratings) — better4.5 (28K ratings)
Positive reviews36.8% of reviews — better14.5% of reviews
Number of ratings26K28K — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#153 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TViPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size240 MB36 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperVersant Media LLCCSC Holdings, LLC.

Customer experience

USA Network

All ratings25,940 ratings
Positive88.3%
Neutral3.0%
Negative8.8%
Written reviews470 reviews
Positive36.8%
Neutral4.5%
Negative58.7%

Optimum

All ratings27,252 ratings
Positive87.7%
Neutral4.0%
Negative8.3%
Written reviews234 reviews
Positive14.5%
Neutral7.3%
Negative78.2%

User reviews

USA Network

From 26K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Good app for watching shows
  • 💡 Provides free credits to watch content
  • 🤩 Enjoyable shows like Chrisley Knows Best and Queen of the South

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Constant crashes and bugs
  • 🤯 Requires re-linking TV provider frequently
  • 😡 Unreliable live streaming and playback
  • 🤬 Too many commercials and ads
  • 🤕 Poor app performance on various devices

Optimum

From 28K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast app startup
  • 👍 Sleek and modern interface
  • 🔒 Robust security features

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent freezing and crashes
  • 👎 Difficult to navigate and use
  • 🔍 Lack of customization options
  • 🔌 Unreliable live TV streaming
  • 📺 Reduced functionality compared to old app

Bugs and requests

USA Network

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes during playback
  • Video playback issues like freezing, skipping, and audio-video desync
  • Inability to resume watching from where user left off
  • TV provider login issues and constant re-authentication required

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add fast forward/rewind functionality
  • Improve Chromecast/casting support
  • Allow watching without TV provider login
  • Optimize app for newer devices and screen sizes

Optimum

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Live TV not working on multiple devices
  • Guide not showing full program information
  • Inability to record shows from the app

Requested features

4 requests
  • Bring back old app's functionality
  • Improve channel guide and search
  • Add remote control capabilities
  • Allow casting to non-smart TVs

In-app purchases

None

USA Network

No in-app purchases

None

Optimum

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is USA Network free?
USA Network is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Optimum free?
Optimum is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, USA Network or Optimum?
USA Network is rated higher. USA Network averages 4.5 out of 5 from 26K ratings, while Optimum averages 4.5 from 28K ratings.
Do USA Network or Optimum have ads?
USA Network shows ads; Optimum does not.
Which is updated more often, USA Network or Optimum?
USA Network ships an update every 5 weeks, and Optimum every 4 months. Most recently, USA Network was updated on September 30, 2026 and Optimum on September 30, 2026.

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