Xfinity Stream vs GuestScreen
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Xfinity Stream
Stream live TV channels, On Demand content, and DVR recordings from your Xfinity or NOW TV service. Watch thousands of shows and movies, download content for offline viewing, and schedule recordings remotely.
- Watch live TV channels
- Stream On Demand content
- Schedule DVR recordings
- Download recordings for offline viewing
- Access thousands of shows and movies
- Watch free live streaming channels
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Enjoy the entertainment you love with the Xfinity Stream app! Access is included for all Xfinity and NOW TV customers. Watch live sports, news, movies, shows, and so much more! Top Features: • Xfinity TV customers can watch up to 250+ channels of live TV on the go and your entire channel line-up at home • NOW TV customers can watch 40+ channels of live TV from anywhere • Xfinity internet customers can watch free live streaming channels and free On Demand shows and movies • Schedule DVR recordings from any device • Access thousands of shows and movies to stream On Demand • Download your recordings and movie library to watch offline • Start watching right after order, and get your full set of channels and features as soon as your services are activated in your home Help & Support: • Features may vary based on level of service. • Additional information on the Xfinity Stream app minimum system requirements: https://www.xfinity.com/support/articles/xfinity-tv-app-requirements • Look up your existing Xfinity ID (email, mobile phone, or username) or reset your password: xfinity.com/password • Learn more about 'Do Not Sell My Personal Information' options at https://www.xfinity.com/privacy/manage-preference • Please note: This app features Nielsen’s proprietary measurement software which will allow you to contribute to market research, like Nielsen’s TV Ratings. Please see www.nielsen.com/digitalprivacy for more information.
GuestScreen
Transform any TV into a personalized welcome display for guests, parties, or rentals. Design custom messages with backgrounds and music, then share a unique code to make your screen live on any device.
- Personalized welcome displays
- Custom messages, backgrounds, and music
- Unique 6-character code for access
- Works on any device with a browser
- One-time purchases for premium content
- No advertisements
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The final touch to catching a vibe. GuestScreen turns any TV into a stunning welcome display for your guests, parties, short-term rentals, and holiday gatherings. Whether you're hosting for the holidays, welcoming Airbnb or weekend guests, throwing a birthday party, or setting the mood for movie night, GuestScreen makes your TV feel intentional instead of idle. HOW IT WORKS 1. Design a screen on your phone. Pick a background, write your message, and add music. Once saved, your screen generates a unique 6-character code. 2. Open guest-screen.com/tv on any TV browser, or display it on your Smart TV or Apple TV using AirPlay. 3. Enter the unique 6-character code and your screen goes live instantly. PERFECT FOR * Dinner parties and holiday gatherings * Birthdays, anniversaries, and engagements * Baby showers and gender reveals * Corporate events and open houses * Airbnb, VRBO, and short-term rental hosts * Real estate showings * Restaurants, salons, and waiting rooms FREE DOWNLOAD Create one welcome screen with two beautiful backgrounds at no cost. No trial. No credit card required. PREMIUM BACKGROUND PACKS AND UNLIMITED SCREENS Unlock cinematic background collections with a one-time purchase. No subscription required. Holiday Collection * Christmas * Thanksgiving * New Year's Eve Travel Collection * Iconic skylines * Dreamy landscapes Celebration Collection * Birthdays * Weddings * Milestones Sophisticated Collection * Minimal * Modern * Elegant New packs are added every season. WHY HOSTS LOVE IT * Works on any device with a browser * No Apple TV app required * Custom messages, fonts, and ambient music * Six handcrafted backgrounds per pack * No advertisements * One-time purchases with lifetime access Make the first thing your guests see unforgettable.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Xfinity Stream at none against GuestScreen's 10. Xfinity Stream also leads on ratings volume (270K vs 1) and chart position (#121 vs unranked). GuestScreen's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). On price, monetization model 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. GuestScreen sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Xfinity Stream asks for nothing beyond the download.
GuestScreen holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Xfinity Stream has 270K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Xfinity Stream ships an update every 2 months, GuestScreen weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Xfinity Stream | GuestScreen |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (270K ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 17.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 270K — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #121 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 121 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Comcast | Brad Schwei |
Customer experience
Xfinity Stream
GuestScreen
Bugs and requests
Xfinity Stream
Reported bugs
5 issues- Recordings getting deleted or becoming inaccessible
- Time zone not updating based on location
- Inability to cast from iPad
- Audio sync issues on Roku
- Frequent login loops and logout problems
Requested features
4 requests- Background audio playback
- Picture-in-picture mode
- Improved content recommendations
- Ability to manage devices and access permissions
GuestScreen
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Xfinity Stream
No in-app purchases
GuestScreen
- Disney World Inspired$3.99
- Independence Day Pack$3.99
- Halloween Pack$3.99
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- Thanksgiving Day Pack$3.99
- Christmas Pack$3.99
- Hanukkah Pack$3.99
- New Year's Eve Pack$3.99
- Aquatic Collection$3.99
- Party Themes Pack$3.99
- Cityscapes Pack$3.99
Questions
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