DECTV DIGITAL vs FWD TV
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DECTV DIGITAL
This digital network offers a diverse range of programming designed to entertain, educate, and inspire. Enjoy live-streaming music concerts and new music video premieres across all genres, accessible on any digital device.
- Live-streaming music concerts
- New music video premieres
- Diverse programming
- Content for global audiences
- Accessible on all digital devices
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The DECTV Network is a cutting-edge digital network that launched in 2016. DECTV Network's programming is developed to entertain, educate, and inspire audiences around the world. We deliver content that universally speaks to the changing lifestyles of audiences everywhere. DECTV Network's signature content is live-streaming music concerts that give members an up close and personal experience with the celebrities they want to see. DECTV.TV breaks new music videos of all genres. Watch your favorite music video anytime or wait until Friday and be the first to see a new music video debut on DECTV.TV. DECTV also connects its worldwide subscribers with products and brands that support our consumers. By providing a diverse range of programming, DECTV Network brings relevant content directly to viewers in a matter of minutes on every digital device. DECTV.TV...Watch Something New!
FWD TV
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FWD TV is your destination for culture-driven entertainment, featuring a dynamic lineup of original and licensed content designed to move the culture forward. Stream compelling Docuseries, Movies, Reality & TV Shows, Podcasts and exclusive Live Broadcast Specials across Music, Sports, Fashion, Events & more. FWD TV delivers independent programming that reflects compelling storytelling. Discover exclusive curated digital content, spotlighting fresh perspectives, authentic voices and stories that resonate beyond the screen. Whether you’re binge-watching a new series, tuning into a live special or exploring exclusive programming, FWD TV keeps you connected to the culture — FWD TV. Streaming Forward (FWD).
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FWD TV at none against DECTV DIGITAL's 3. On price, update cadence, ads 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
Both are free to download. DECTV DIGITAL sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. FWD TV asks for nothing beyond the download.
DECTV DIGITAL ships an update every 3 weeks, FWD TV monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DECTV DIGITAL | FWD TV |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 392 MB | 40 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT CLUB LLC | FWD Media Group LLC |
In-app purchases
DECTV DIGITAL
- Monthly Membership$2.00
- Purchase 1-YR DECTV$20.00
- 1 YR PLATINUM PLAN$36.00
FWD TV
No in-app purchases
