Pluto TV vs BritBox
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pluto TV
Stream thousands of free movies and TV shows on demand, plus live channels for news, sports, and entertainment. Enjoy a vast library of content across various genres, all accessible on any device without any cost.
- Free live TV streaming channels
- Thousands of free movies and TV shows
- Local and national news updates
- Live sports coverage
- On-demand content
- Personalized Favorites List
- Kids Mode profile
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Zillions of movies & shows for free is what you get when you download Pluto TV. Get the app and watch movies and shows on demand at your pace, or flip to live TV for news, sports, and exclusive channels. No wonder Pluto TV is the best free streaming entertainment app. Stream now. Pay never. Your free premium streaming experience has your favorite entertainment anytime, anywhere, on any device. Revisit the movies you grew up with, or finally get around to the classics you've been meaning to watch. Less work. More TV. Watch what you want, when you want. Pluto TV's on-demand library gives you instant access to blockbuster films, binge-worthy shows, and hidden gems, at no cost. Prefer the feel of real TV? Pluto TV has that too. Flip to free live TV anytime with hundreds of channels — no antenna, no cable box required: - Exclusive free channels covering sports, crime, comedy, anime, and more. - Breaking news and local headlines, around the clock. - Live sports including UFC, NFL, NBA, MLB, and classic games. - New channels added regularly, so there's always something on. Something for every mood. Browse thousands of hours of entertainment across: - Action - Anime - Comedy - True Crime - Sci-Fi - Reality - Romance & Drama - Sports - Family Favorites Check back often so you don’t miss the new movies and TV shows we add to our library daily. Free streaming for TV networks and top content providers, including: - Paramount - NFL - BET - CBS - Comedy Central - MTV - NBC - Nickelodeon - SHOWTIME - And more! Life doesn't pause, and neither does Pluto TV. Whether you're on a long commute, winding down after a long day, or just filling the background, the app is ready for your every moment. Free movies and live TV in your pocket, always ready — no subscription required. Built for how you actually watch: - Save live TV channels to a personalized Favorites list. - Add movies and shows to your Watchlist to find them fast. - Browse curated hubs to discover your next watch without the scroll. - Pick up exactly where you left off, on any device when you register for free. Watch & stream all your favorite free movies, live TV shows and video on demand everywhere, 100% free and legal. Download the Pluto TV app today, and watch like everyone is watching.
BritBox
Stream the largest collection of British television, including exclusive new series and fan-favorite dramas and mysteries. Enjoy weekly premieres and a vast library of content from BBC and other British broadcasters. Access your favorite shows ad-free across multiple devices.
- Largest collection of British TV
- Exclusive new series and seasons
- Ad-free streaming
- Weekly premieres
- Vast library of genres
- Agatha Christie collection
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Created by BBC, BritBox allows you to stream the largest collection of British TV — all in one place and blissfully ad-free. Try it free with a 7-day trial. Choose from an unmatched collection featuring quite the variety of mysteries, dramas, comedies, lifestyle, documentaries and more. With BritBox, you’ll get: • Weekly premieres including new and exclusive series, so there’s always more to watch • The newest seasons of fan favorites like Father Brown, Shetland, Death in Paradise, Silent Witness and more • Exclusive Original series like The Lady, Riot Women, Outrageous, Ludwig, Lynley, and Blue Lights • The Essential Agatha Christie Collection, featuring BritBox Original adaptations including Towards Zero and Murder is Easy, plus full series of classics like Marple, Poirot, and more Download the BritBox app and start streaming today! Please note payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of subscription. Contact us at support@britbox.com if you are experiencing any issues or have feedback. BritBox Privacy Policy: https://www.britbox.com/privacy BritBox Terms of Use: https://www.britbox.com/terms-and-conditions Please also refer to the Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pluto TV at none against BritBox's 11. Pluto TV also leads on review sentiment (54% vs 23%) and ratings volume (1.6M vs 19K). BritBox's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.5 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, monetization model and chart position 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. BritBox sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $10.99 per month. Pluto TV asks for nothing beyond the download.
Pluto TV holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pluto TV has 1.6M ratings behind it against 19K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of Pluto TV's written reviews are positive against 23% of BritBox's.
Pluto TV ships an update every 2 weeks, BritBox monthly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Pluto TV | BritBox |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (1.6M ratings) — better | 4.6 (19K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 54.0% of reviews — better | 22.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1.6M — better | 19K |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Monthly |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #32 — better | #51 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Vision Pro | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 15.5 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 127 MB | 75 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Pluto.tv | BritBox, LLC |
Customer experience
Pluto TV
BritBox
User reviews
Pluto TV
From 1.6M App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🎉 Excellent free streaming service
- 👍 Wide variety of content
- 🕰️ Retro TV shows and movies
- 💻 Easy to use app
- 🔍 Diverse channel selection
Room to improve
- 🔁 Repetitive ads and content
- 🔀 Inconsistent episode order and continuity
- 🔍 Lack of search functionality
- 🔧 Technical issues like freezing and buffering
- 📺 Limited live TV controls (pause, rewind, etc.)
BritBox
From 19K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Great content selection
- 👍 Variety of shows
- 🎬 Excellent classic British TV shows
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 🔍 Poor navigation and search functionality
- 🔀 Issues with resume/continue watching
- ⏱️ Slow app performance
- 📺 Subpar video playback experience
Bugs and requests
Pluto TV
Reported bugs
5 issues- App crashes and freezes
- Playback issues with rewinding and skipping
- Inconsistent channel and episode order
- Syncing problems between app and Chromecast
- Unreliable live TV streaming
Requested features
6 requests- Add more recent and popular TV shows and movies
- Implement search and better navigation
- Improve live TV controls and playback
- Reduce repetitive ads and content
- Expand international and foreign language content
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- Add user accounts and customization options
BritBox
Reported bugs
4 issues- App freezes and crashes
- Streaming issues and errors
- Login problems and account sync issues
- Chromecast/casting problems
Requested features
5 requests- Option to turn off auto-play next episode
- Ability to customize subtitles/closed captions
- Better episode tracking and resume functionality
- Improved search and browsing experience
- Separate user profiles
In-app purchases
Pluto TV
No in-app purchases
BritBox
- Monthly US Subscription7 Days trial$10.991 Month
- Monthly US Subscription$10.991 Month
- Monthly CA Subscription$10.991 Month
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- Monthly CA Subscription7 Days trial$10.991 Month
- BritBox Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$10.991 Month
- Annual CA Subscription$109.991 Year
- BritBox Annual Subscription7 Days trial$109.991 Year
- Annual CA Subscription7 Days trial$109.991 Year
- Annual US Subscription$109.991 Year
- Annual US Subscription7 Days trial$109.991 Year
- BritBox Premier Annual$149.991 Year
