# OSN+ vs MBC Shahid

The clearest difference is rating: OSN+ at 4.4 against MBC Shahid's 3.0. MBC Shahid's advantage is chart position (#40 vs #134). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. OSN+ sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and MBC Shahid sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

OSN+ holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 23K and 22K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of OSN+'s written reviews are positive against 16% of MBC Shahid's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 15, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | OSN+ | MBC Shahid |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/osn-plus/id862390640/reviews)** | [3.0 (22K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mbc-shahid/id879915134/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **23K** | 22K |
| Positive reviews | **20.2% of reviews** | 15.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #134 | **#40** |
| Size | 87 MB | 142 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Anghami](https://appshunter.io/developer/545395158) | [MBC Group](https://appshunter.io/developer/387763189) |

## What reviewers say

### OSN+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/osn-plus/id862390640)

**Currently charting:** #134 Top Grossing · Entertainment (US App Store)

Stream a vast library of movies, series, and documentaries from top Hollywood and Arabic studios. Enjoy exclusive content, including HBO originals and OSN+ originals, with options for Arabic dubbing and subtitling. Download content for offline viewing and create personalized profiles for the whole family.

**Highlights:** Stream exclusive series, Watch Hollywood blockbusters, Arabic and Turkish series, 4K streaming quality, Offline downloads, Multiple user profiles, Kids mode with parental controls

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mobile Plan | $7.99 | per month |
| Standard with ads monthly plan | $7.99 | per month |
| Standard monthly plan | $11.49 | per month |
| Premium monthly plan | $16.49 | per month |
| Standard yearly plan | $114.99 | per year |
| Premium yearly plan | $164.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great content selection
- 👍 Organized and has variety of shows and movies
- 💡 Profiles feature

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Constant app crashes and errors
- 🔍 Poor search functionality
- 🔍 Difficult navigation and user interface
- 🔍 No 'continue watching' or 'my list' features
- 🔍 Lack of seamless playback (no auto-play next episode)

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent app crashes
- Playback issues (audio/video desync, freezing, buffering)
- Login and account management problems
- Chromecast/casting functionality broken after updates

**Requested features**

- Add 'continue watching' and 'my list' features
- Improve search and navigation
- Implement auto-play next episode
- Add 4K/HDR support
- Improve subscription/cancellation process


### MBC Shahid

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mbc-shahid/id879915134)

**Currently charting:** #40 Top Grossing · Entertainment (US App Store)

Access a vast library of Arabic Originals, exclusive series, blockbuster movies, and live TV channels. Enjoy live sports in HD and unmissable events. Download content to watch offline and create personalized profiles for family-friendly viewing.

**Highlights:** Exclusive Arabic Originals, Live Sports in HD, Unmissable Live Events, Ad-Free Streaming (with subscription), Live TV Channels, Exclusive Movie & Series Premieres, Download & Watch Offline

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| VIP | $13.99 | per month |
| VIP Mobile | $13.99 | per month |
| VIP \| BigTime | $16.99 | per month |
| VIP \| Sports | $19.49 | per month |
| VIP \| Sports \| GOBX | $23.49 | per month |
| Ultimate | $24.49 | per month |
| VIP | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| VIP | $139.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great content
- 👍 Variety of shows and movies
- 💡 Useful for overseas users
- 🚀 App improvements over time

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent glitches and crashes
- ⚠️ Poor customer support
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find content
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Login and account issues

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription issues and unexpected charges
- Frequent log-out and login problems
- Streaming quality and video playback issues
- Compatibility problems with certain devices

**Requested features**

- Add option to reset watched progress
- Improve casting and TV connectivity
- Provide more English subtitles and language options
- Introduce user rating and review system
- Optimize app performance and reduce bugs


## Frequently asked questions

### Is OSN+ free?

OSN+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MBC Shahid free?

MBC Shahid is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, OSN+ or MBC Shahid?

OSN+ is rated higher. OSN+ averages 4.4 out of 5 from 23K ratings, while MBC Shahid averages 3.0 from 22K ratings.

### Do OSN+ or MBC Shahid have ads?

Neither OSN+ nor MBC Shahid shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, OSN+ or MBC Shahid?

OSN+ ships an update fortnightly, and MBC Shahid fortnightly. Most recently, OSN+ was updated on October 15, 2026 and MBC Shahid on October 15, 2026.

### Which is more popular, OSN+ or MBC Shahid?

OSN+ currently peaks at #134 in the App Store charts, and MBC Shahid at #40. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*