Comparison

ScreenQ vs Nextpisode

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

Head to head
About

ScreenQ

Easily track TV shows and get notified before new episodes air. This app offers a streamlined experience with no sign-ins required, syncing data via iCloud. Unlock advanced features like unlimited favorites and custom lists with a Pro subscription.

Highlights
  • No sign-in required
  • Track watched episodes
  • Episode air date notifications
  • Unified show calendar
  • Home-screen widget
  • iCloud sync
  • Unlimited favorites (Pro)
Features
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• No sign ins - no email signup, no third-party login. • Track every show you watch without the bloat. • Get notified before episodes air. • Easily import existing watch lists. ScreenQ is a streamlined TV tracker built for people who actually watch shows. Mark episodes watched as you go, see exactly when the next one airs in a unified calendar, and get notifications before each new episode drops. A home-screen widget shows what's up next or new season premieres. Everything syncs through your iCloud account - no third-party login and no email signup. ScreenQ Pro unlocks the power-user surface: • Unlimited favorites and custom shows • Per-episode notes & ratings • Custom artwork for any show • Lists for grouping the way you watch • Air-date offsets • Configurable widget • Rewatch tracking ScreenQ Pro is available as a 1-month free trial on monthly, plus yearly and lifetime options. Privacy: All your library data stays in your own iCloud account. ScreenQ does not advertise from your data or share data with third parties. Show data and artwork from TVmaze (CC BY-SA). Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://ryansmith18561.github.io/screenq-legal/

About

Nextpisode

Easily track your TV shows, discover new ones, and never miss an episode. Browse trending content, mark episodes as watched, and get reminders for upcoming releases. See where to watch shows and explore detailed information.

Highlights
  • Track TV show progress
  • Discover trending and popular shows
  • Get reminders for new episodes
  • Build and manage a watchlist
  • See where to watch shows
  • View detailed show information
Features
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Nextpisode is the simple way to keep track of every TV show you're watching, and always know what to watch next. No account, no clutter, no ads getting in the way. Just search, save, and track. DISCOVER Browse what's trending and popular right now, filter by genre, and open the latest trailers on YouTube — all from one clean home screen. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Mark episodes (or whole seasons) as watched with one tap. Nextpisode remembers exactly where you left off on every show, so you never have to guess again. NEVER MISS THE NEXT EPISODE See each show's next episode and air date at a glance, get a reminder when it drops, and check the Upcoming tab for everything airing soon across your watchlist. BUILD YOUR WATCHLIST Save shows you want to watch with a single tap. Browse your list as a poster gallery or a detailed list with ratings and descriptions — whichever you prefer. KNOW WHERE TO WATCH See which streaming services carry a show in your region — subscription, free, rent, or buy — before you even start. EXPLORE THE DETAILS Full cast, creators, season-by-season breakdowns, ratings, and links to trailers for every show. Everything is saved privately on your device. No sign-up, no account, no syncing your data anywhere. This application uses TMDB and the TMDB APIs but is not endorsed, certified, or otherwise approved by TMDB. Streaming availability data by JustWatch.

Screenshots

ScreenQ4 screens
Nextpisode4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Nextpisode at none against ScreenQ's 6. Nextpisode also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 26.2). ScreenQ's advantage is ratings volume (9 vs 2). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. ScreenQ sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Nextpisode asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Nextpisode holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 2 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
ScreenQ versus Nextpisode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScreenQNextpisode
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (9 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS26.216.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB44 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperRyan SmithJose Carlos Dos Santos Junior

In-app purchases

6 purchases

ScreenQ

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly1 Month trial$1.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly$14.991 Year
One-time4
  • Tip - Small$0.99
  • Tip - Medium$2.99
  • Tip Large$4.99
Show 1 more
  • Pro Lifetime$29.99
None

Nextpisode

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ScreenQ free?
ScreenQ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Nextpisode free?
Nextpisode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, ScreenQ or Nextpisode?
Nextpisode is rated higher. ScreenQ averages 4.6 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Nextpisode averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do ScreenQ or Nextpisode have ads?
Neither ScreenQ nor Nextpisode shows ads.

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