Comparison

Turnstr+ vs Trend Network

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

Head to head
About

Turnstr+

Stream original movies and series from independent filmmakers for free. Discover new voices and established talent with creator-driven entertainment. No subscription is required to enjoy premium content.

Highlights
  • Stream original films and series
  • Browse new and recommended titles
  • Continue watching from where you left off
  • Save movies and series to My List
  • Search and explore by genre
  • Personalize experience with free account
Features
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Turnstr+ is a free streaming channel for original movies and series. Watch premium stories from bold independent filmmakers - new voices and established talent, all in one place. Sign up free, or browse as a guest. No subscription required. The future of streaming lives here. Turnstr+ is a free streaming channel for original movies and series. Watch premium stories from bold independent filmmakers - new voices and established talent - all in one place, completely free. The future of streaming lives here. Turnstr+ brings creator-driven entertainment to your Roku: original films, series, and exclusive programming from both undiscovered and established filmmakers. No subscription is required to start watching. On Turnstr+ you can: - Stream Turnstr+ Originals and independent films - Browse recently added titles, coming soon, and recommendations - Continue watching from where you left off - Save movies and series to My List - Search and explore by genre on the big screen Create a free account on your Roku to personalize your experience, or browse as a guest and sign up when you are ready. After you sign in, Continue Watching and My List follow you on this channel. Turnstr+ was built to challenge what audiences expect from modern streaming - premium original programming, bold independent storytelling, and a direct path between creators and viewers, all in one channel. Stream in high definition on your Roku player. If younger viewers use this channel, set parental controls in your Roku settings, because not every title is intended for all ages. Add Turnstr+ and start watching free. Terms of Use: https://app.turnstrplus.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://app.turnstrplus.com/privacy

About

Trend Network

Discover original shows, emerging voices, and curated content that captures the pulse of what's next. This hub offers bold, trendsetting storytelling from docu-series to cutting-edge entertainment.

Highlights
  • Original shows
  • Emerging voices
  • Curated content
  • Docu-series
  • Trendsetting storytelling
  • Unlimited access on all devices
Features
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Trend Network offers a dynamic blend of original shows, emerging voices, and curated content aimed at capturing the pulse of what's next. From Fresh docu-series to cutting-edge entertainment, its your go-to hub for bold, trendsetting storytelling. -- ▷ Already a Member? Sign-In to access your subscription. ▷ New? Subscribe in the app to get instant access. Trend Network offers auto-renewing subscriptions. You'll receive unlimited access to content on all your devices. Payment is charged to your Account at confirmation of purchase. Pricing varies by location and is confirmed prior to purchase. Subscription automatically renews each month unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period, or the trial period (when offered). Cancel anytime in Account Settings. For more information see our: -Terms of Service: https://trendnetwork.net/terms -Privacy Policy: https://trendnetwork.net/privacy

Screenshots

Turnstr+4 screens
Trend Network4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Trend Network at 3.0 against Turnstr+'s 2.3. Turnstr+'s advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 5 weeks). On price, ratings volume, ads 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. Turnstr+ sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Trend Network sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Trend Network holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 20 and 8 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 11% of Turnstr+'s written reviews are positive against 0% of Trend Network's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Turnstr+ ships an update every 5 days, Trend Network every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Turnstr+ versus Trend Network: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTurnstr+Trend Network
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (20 ratings)3.0 (8 ratings) — better
Positive reviews11.1% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings20 — better8
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, Apple TV
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size85 MB67 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperGeekybunch, IncTrend Network LLC

Customer experience

Turnstr+

All ratings20 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative70.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive11.1%
Neutral11.1%
Negative77.8%

Trend Network

All ratings8 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Turnstr+

Subscriptions2
  • Shorts Monthly subscription$5.991 Month
  • Shorty Yearly Subscription$59.991 Year
One-time6
  • Cheer Vote Bag$4.99
  • Hype Vote Bag$9.99
  • Rally Vote bag$14.99
Show 3 more
  • Storm Vote Bag$49.99
  • Blaze Vote Bag$99.99
  • Blaze Vote Bag$199.99
2 purchases

Trend Network

Subscriptions2
  • Silver Subscription$5.991 Month
  • Yearly Plan$50.001 Year

Questions

Is Turnstr+ free?
Turnstr+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Trend Network free?
Trend Network is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Turnstr+ or Trend Network?
Trend Network is rated higher. Turnstr+ averages 2.3 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while Trend Network averages 3.0 from 8 ratings.
Do Turnstr+ or Trend Network have ads?
Neither Turnstr+ nor Trend Network shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Turnstr+ or Trend Network?
Turnstr+ ships an update every 5 days, and Trend Network every 5 weeks. Most recently, Turnstr+ was updated on November 4, 2026 and Trend Network on October 31, 2026.

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