Comparison

Afrowatch vs Our Black Media Network

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

Head to head
About

Afrowatch

Explore a curated collection of authentic African animation and Black art. This platform offers culturally rich stories, from epic folktales to modern dramas, created by and for the Black community. Enjoy exclusive, ad-free streaming of diverse visual storytelling.

Highlights
  • Exclusive Black & African Animation
  • Culturally Rich Storytelling
  • Content from African Creators
  • Ad-Free Streaming
  • Save Favorites
  • Cross-Device Viewing
Features
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Discover a new world of storytelling. Afrowatch is your go-to streaming platform for authentic African animation, Black art, and culturally rich storytelling made by us, for us. Whether you're into epic folktales, modern dramas, powerful shorts, or stunning visual storytelling rooted in African heritage, Afrowatch brings it all to your screen. Why Afrowatch? Exclusive Black & African Animation – Featuring original content from across the continent and diaspora. Rooted in Culture – Stories that reflect our traditions, voices, and lived experiences. Made for Black Creators – Spotlighting talent from Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, the U.S., and beyond. Ad-Free Streaming – Dive in without interruption. Watch Anytime, Anywhere – Save your favorites and continue watching on any device.

About

Our Black Media Network

Features
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OUR Black Media – Real Voices. Real Power. On Demand. OUR Black Media is the first all-in-one streaming app dedicated to elevating unapologetically Black voices. Stream original talk shows, podcasts, news, documentaries, and live channels—curated for and by the Black community. From bold commentary and political thought to comedy, wellness, music, history, and faith—this is where culture, truth, and purpose meet. Whether you're looking to be informed, inspired, or entertained, OUR Black Media connects you with the real stories and conversations that matter most. We’re not waiting to be seen or heard—we’re broadcasting ourselves.

Screenshots

Afrowatch4 screens
Our Black Media Network3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Afrowatch at every 10 days against Our Black Media Network's every 12 months. On price, 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Afrowatch ships an update every 10 days, Our Black Media Network every 12 months. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Afrowatch versus Our Black Media Network: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAfrowatchOur Black Media Network
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 12 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple TV
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB40 MB
Age rating12+9+
DeveloperAfrowatch IncOUR BLACK MEDIA NETWORK LIMITED LIABILITY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

In-app purchases

None

Afrowatch

No in-app purchases

None

Our Black Media Network

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Afrowatch free?
Afrowatch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Our Black Media Network free?
Our Black Media Network is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Afrowatch or Our Black Media Network have ads?
Neither Afrowatch nor Our Black Media Network shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Afrowatch or Our Black Media Network?
Afrowatch ships an update every 10 days, and Our Black Media Network every 12 months. Most recently, Afrowatch was updated on October 28, 2026 and Our Black Media Network on October 28, 2026.

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