Comparison

NameForge vs ECTV

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

Head to head
About

NameForge

This tool transforms any word into a personalized acrostic for mentalism performances. It offers seamless input and output options, with optional pro features for enhanced routines and community sharing.

Highlights
  • Word to acrostic generation
  • Customizable input and output
  • Pro features via in-app purchases
  • Apple Watch integration
  • Voice and camera input
  • Community sharing of routines
Features
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NAMEFORGE - MODERN MENTALISM, FORGED TO PERFECTION Created by professional mentalist Paul Brook, NameForge is a cutting-edge mentalism tool that transforms a simple word into a powerful, personalised moment of mentalism. Take a name - typed, spoken*, or selected - and instantly generate a compelling acrostic, where the first letter of each line spells out the original word. It feels deeply personal to your participant, yet the method remains entirely invisible. Whether you’re performing on stage, close-up, or over video, NameForge delivers genuine impact - without giving away your secrets. CUSTOMISED INPUT AND OUTPUT, SEAMLESS DELIVERY Any word can be inputted into NameForge, which will then be turned into an acrostic - where the first letter of each word creates another word. After the acrostic is made, it can then be sent virtually anywhere you want, via the predefined outputs, or use the customisable outputs to send to somewhere specific. PRO FEATURES FOR WORKING PERFORMERS Enhance your routines with optional Pro features (In-App Purchases): • Apple Watch Peek – discreet reveals on your wrist • Voice Input – speak the word aloud to create the acrostic • Camera Input – show a written word to any of your phone's cameras to input it • Unforged Sending – send unformatted words to any integration • Search Result Output – make their phone show your prediction • Add More API Outputs – connect to more integrations COMMUNITY-DRIVEN SHARING Profiles and word lists can be shared between performers with ease, letting you explore and perform community-favourite routines in seconds. CONSTANTLY EVOLVING NameForge is packed with tools and always evolving - ready to help you create miracles, anywhere, anytime. *Voice Input requires the ‘Voice Input’ In-App purchase.

About

ECTV

Features
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ECTV is an IPTV and media player for playlists and services you already have. Connect using an Xtream Codes login, Stalker portal or M3U playlist, then enjoy live TV, an electronic programme guide (EPG), movies and series in one app. ECTV does not sell, host or provide TV channels, movies, streams or playlists. You must supply your own compatible source. ECTV Premium unlocks app features only and does not include access to any media content. GET STARTED Add a source directly in the app, or create a free account at ectv.app to keep your playlists and Premium membership in sync across your devices. You can also scan an EC Link QR code to send connection details securely to this device. KEY FEATURES • Live TV with categories, favourites and search • Electronic programme guide (EPG), when supplied by your provider • Movie and series libraries with artwork and programme details • Continue watching across supported content • Multiple subtitle and audio tracks, when available • Sleep timer with a time you choose • Offline downloads for movies and episodes saved on your device • EC Link for quick device setup FREE AND PREMIUM The free plan includes live TV, the programme guide, favourites and EC Link setup. You can browse available movie and series libraries for free. ECTV Premium is required to play movies and series, download content for offline viewing and use the sleep timer. ECTV PREMIUM ECTV Premium is available as an auto-renewable monthly or annual subscription: • Premium Monthly — one month • Premium Annual — one year Prices are displayed in the app and may vary by country or region. There is no free trial; you can use the free plan to try live TV before subscribing. Payment is charged to your Apple Account when the purchase is confirmed. Your subscription renews automatically unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before that period ends. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account subscription settings. Privacy Policy: https://ectv.app/privacy.php Terms of Use: https://ectv.app/terms.php Support: https://ectv.app/support.php You are responsible for using only sources and media you have a lawful right to access. ECTV is an independent media player and is not affiliated with any content provider.

Screenshots

NameForge4 screens
ECTV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ECTV at Free against NameForge's $69.99. ECTV also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On 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

ECTV is free to download; NameForge costs $69.99 up front. NameForge sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and ECTV sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
NameForge versus ECTV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNameForgeECTV
Price$69.99Free — better
Rating4.5 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews90.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB49 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPaul Michael BrookEdward Clarke

In-app purchases

6 purchases

NameForge

One-time6
  • Unforged Output$29.99
  • API Inputs$29.99
  • Watch Peek$49.99
Show 3 more
  • Voice Input$49.99
  • Camera Input$49.99
  • Search Result Output$49.99
2 purchases

ECTV

Subscriptions2
  • ECTV Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
  • ECTV Premium Yearly$24.991 Year

Questions

Is NameForge free?
NameForge costs $69.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is ECTV free?
ECTV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do NameForge or ECTV have ads?
Neither NameForge nor ECTV shows ads.

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