NextUp vs Watchloom
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
NextUp
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NextUp helps you keep up with the TV shows you care about. Track series youβre watching, build a personal watchlist, and get notified when new episodes are released. Discover trending and popular shows, check detailed episode information, and stay organized across your viewing routine. Features: β’ Track your favorite TV shows in one place β’ Build and manage a personal watchlist β’ Get alerts when new episodes are released β’ Discover trending, popular, and upcoming series β’ View episode details, cast, and show information β’ See where a show is available to watch β’ Add upcoming episodes to your calendar β’ Use the iOS home screen widget for quick access NextUp Premium unlocks: β’ Unlimited tracking β’ Ad-free experience β’ Early notifications β’ Streaming platform visibility β’ Premium calendar and organization features NextUp is built for people who want a cleaner, simpler way to stay on top of their shows without missing new episodes. Subscription information: Payment will be charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your App Store account settings. Content data is provided by TMDB. Subscription information: Payment will be charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://nextup-support.vercel.app
Watchloom
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Watchloom is a clean, personal TV series tracker designed to help you remember what you watch and what comes next. BUILD YOUR LIBRARY Organize shows as Watching, Watchlist, Paused, Completed, or Dropped. Mark favorites and keep your collection easy to browse. TRACK EPISODE PROGRESS Save the last episode you watched, mark the next episode in seconds, and undo accidental updates. REMEMBER THE DETAILS Add personal notes to any show and view useful information including release dates, platforms, ratings, genres, and cast. STAY READY FOR NEW EPISODES See upcoming episodes with known release dates and choose when Watchloom should remind you. DISCOVER WHAT TO WATCH Browse recommendations based on the genres and shows in your library. SEE YOUR MONTH Review monthly activity, viewing streaks, and achievements. Create a vertical story image to share your watching month. PRIVATE BY DESIGN No account is required. Your library, progress, favorites, notes, and activity are stored locally on your device. Show and episode information is provided by TVMaze. Data availability and accuracy may vary. Watchloom is free to use and supported by banner advertising.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Watchloom at none against NextUp's 2. On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. NextUp sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Watchloom asks for nothing beyond the download.
NextUp ships an update every 2 months, Watchloom every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NextUp | Watchloom |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 5 weeks β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No β better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 51 MB | 35 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Hasan Mert OZTAT | Yunus Can Turhan |
In-app purchases
NextUp
- English$0.991 Month
- English$5.991 Year
Watchloom
No in-app purchases








