Comparison

Gimbal System vs MCTV Stream

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

Head to head
About

Gimbal System

Features
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Align G3-GH gimbal features an advanced control system with superior computational power. The highly integrated design allows for quick conversion between multicopter use and hand held use. Adjustable balance point on all 3 axis for greater camera compatibility, while the high precision brushless motors provide excellent agility and stability. Built in HDMI/AV converter and RC receiver connectivity. Supports programmability through PC interface, or Bluetooth. Equipped with automatic calibration function during power up. Supports single RC transmitter mode through APS-M, or independent remote control of the gimbal through a dedicated RC transmitter, as well as remote shutter trigger and video start/stop control to capture the optimal footage through precise framing. ・Supports Spektrum and JR satellite receivers. ・Supports Futaba S.BUS / JR X.BUS. ・RoHS certified. ・Supports Bluetooth connectivity with smartphones. ・High stability, high precision 3 axis gimbal control system. ・Allowing precise lock on shooting objects, allowing capture of fantastic aerial footages with ease. ・Features gain adjustment for PAN/ROLL/TILT axis. Supports various DSLR cameras, with adjustability to achieve optimal compensation performance. ・Highly integrated convertible design to quickly switch to hand held use. ・Automatic 3-axis neutral calibration. ・Support single RC transmitter control of multicopter and gimbal, or a separate dedicated RC transmitter control for gimbal. ・Multi-function modes. Each of the 3-axis can be controlled through RC control. ・Shutter trigger and video start/stop control function ・Built in HDMI/AV converter function 亞拓G3-GH雲台是具備優異演算能力的雲台控制系統,高整合性改裝設計,可結合多軸飛行機及快拆式手持雲台運作使用。精緻細膩的工藝設計,雲台三軸軸向中立點可調整,相容多元性相機規格,搭載高鎖定解析無刷馬達,反應靈敏穩定性高。內建HDMI/AV模組與接收功能;支援電腦操作界面設定與藍牙功能。具備開機檢測自動校正功能,支援APS-M單一遙控器模式及雲台獨立控制(外加一台遙控器),並提供遙控拍照與錄影功能,可精準使鏡頭鎖定拍攝目標物,讓您輕鬆獲得最佳的拍攝畫面。 ・支援SPEKTRUM與JR衛星天線。 ・支援Futaba S.BUS / JR X.BUS功能。 ・符合RoHS限用規章。 ・支援藍牙功能,可透過手機設定調整。 ・高穩定/高精度的三軸雲台控制系統。 ・可精準鎖定拍攝目標物,能輕鬆拍攝出精彩的畫面。 ・具有PAN軸、ROLL軸與TITL軸感度調整功能,支援市售多種單眼相機,可調整雲台的最佳修正效果。 ・高整合性改裝設計,可結合快拆式手持雲台運作使用。 ・自動校正三軸中立定位點檢測。 ・支援多軸機與雲台單一遙控器操作、以及雲台單獨遙控器操作使用。 ・多功能工作模式,三軸可使用遙控器操作控制。 ・提供遙控拍照與錄影功能。 ・內建HDMI/AV模組。

About

MCTV Stream

Stream live TV content on your mobile device or smart TV without a set-top box. Enjoy a whole-home experience with features like simultaneous recording, cloud DVR, and the ability to replay or restart shows. Parental controls and high-definition streaming are also available.

Highlights
  • Whole-home experience
  • Simultaneous recording
  • Cloud DVR with 100 hours
  • Replay/Restart TV functionality
  • Parental controls
  • High-definition streaming
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MCTV Stream is a streaming TV service available exclusively to MCTV cable TV and Internet customers. Watch TV how you want, anytime you want using your favorite mobile device or smart TV without the need for a set-top box. From sports to culture to entertainment, MCTV Stream has it all with our easy-to-use interface. It’s your TV on your time.* Amazing Features Include*: Whole-Home Experience – Enjoy whole-home options including stop and resume, simultaneously record up to 6 shows at once and playback to any device. Flexibility – Watch your favorite shows on multiple devices at the same time and stream on up to 5 devices. Cloud DVR – Cloud DVR with up to 100 hours of recording. Replay/Restart TV – No matter how much you enjoy TV, catching every game or show is pretty demanding. MCTV Stream has got you covered. On many channels you can restart a currently airing show back to the very beginning or you can go back 72 hours and replay a program so you never miss a moment. Parental Controls – Protect those you love the most by locking shows by rating or specific channels or shows. High-Definition – Enjoy local favorites, including live local news, along with shows from top networks without the extra equipment. *Restrictions may apply.

Screenshots

Gimbal System4 screens
MCTV Stream4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Gimbal System at 9.0 against MCTV Stream's 16.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Gimbal System versus MCTV Stream: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGimbal SystemMCTV Stream
PriceFreeFree
Rating—2.1 (18 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—18 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB32 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperAlign Corporation LimitedEspial Group Inc.

In-app purchases

None

Gimbal System

No in-app purchases

None

MCTV Stream

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Gimbal System free?
Gimbal System is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MCTV Stream free?
MCTV Stream is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Gimbal System or MCTV Stream have ads?
Neither Gimbal System nor MCTV Stream shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Gimbal System or MCTV Stream?
Gimbal System ships an update every 3 months, and MCTV Stream every 3 months. Most recently, Gimbal System was updated on October 16, 2026 and MCTV Stream on October 19, 2026.

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