Comparison

JioHotstar vs Khalsa Phulwari

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

Head to head
About

JioHotstar

Stream live sports, blockbuster movies, and popular TV shows from around the world. Discover exclusive web series and short-form content for entertainment anytime, anywhere. Enjoy a vast library of global hits and regional favorites all in one place.

Highlights
  • Live sports streaming
  • Blockbuster movie library
  • Hit TV shows and web series
  • Exclusive Hotstar Specials
  • Short-form micro shows (Tadka)
  • Content from HBO, Disney, Marvel
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Welcome to the world of infinite possibilities – where non-stop sports, endless entertainment, and countless stories come alive! Stream the biggest live sports and cricketing action, catch the latest Bollywood, Hollywood and regional blockbusters, binge on hit TV shows before they air on TV, and dive into exclusive Hotstar Specials created just for you. You can also enjoy global hits from HBO, Peacock, and Paramount and explore the magic of Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic. Whatever you love to watch, you'll find it here—all in one place, only on JioHotstar, the ultimate hub for explosive live sports, cricket highlights, web shows, blockbuster movies & more! Explore Tadka, an all-new tab on the JioHotstar app for dumdaar micro shows packed with mazedaar entertainment. Perfect for short escapes from everyday life, anytime & anywhere. Toh laga Tadka On JioHotstar. What you'll love: Non-stop sports. Endless entertainment. Only on JioHotstar. A. LIVE Sports • Watch TATA IPL • Enjoy a superlative cricket viewing experience with our Commentary feed and detailed scorecards. • Football fans, we've got you covered! B. Tadka On JioHotstar • Dumdaar micro shows for mazedaar entertainment available exclusively on a brand new tab called Tadka on the JioHotstar app. • Gripping micro shows like Mitti Ka Sher, Rukega Nahi Saala, Undercover Boss - Scam Smash, Chawl Ke Sultan - Billionaire Tenant, Proxy War - The Human Calculator. • Genres like Betrayal, Rivalry, Romance, Contract Marriage, Reconciliation, Enemies to Lovers, Fake Scandal, Glow-up, Hidden Superpowers, Love Triangle, Mafia, Rags to Riches, Revenge, Scam, Start-up, Thriller, Office Politics & more C. Blockbuster Movies Stream Bollywood blockbusters, regional gems, original movies, documentaries, and critically acclaimed films—all in one place. Hollywood Movies: Prey, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, Jungle Cruise, Free Guy, & classics like Titanic, etc. Bollywood Movies: Kesari Chapter 2, 12th Fail, Sarfira, Brahmastra, Atrangi Re, Gaslight, Freddy, Cuttputli, Liger, Gulmohar, Shiddat, Sadak 2, Bhuj, etc. Regional Movies: Manjummel Boys, Aavesham, Premalu, Kannur Squad, Neymar, Salaar & more D. Superhit TV Shows Web series that the world can’t get enough of, TV serials that the nation comes together to enjoy, and titles that are the talk of the town - find them all under the same roof only at JioHotstar. Hindi Shows: Anupama, Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, Ghum Hai Kisikey Pyaar Meiin, Aashiqana, Gunaah, & more English Shows: Shogun, Skeleton Crew, Modern Family, Family Guy, Billions, The Bear, Only Murders in the Building & more Regional Shows: Bigg Boss, Cooku with Comali, Krishna Mukunda Murari, Anurager Chhowa, etc. Hotstar Specials: Special Ops 2, Criminal Justice, Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar, Koffee With Karan (All Seasons), Aarya (All Seasons), Aakhri Sach, The Trial, Commando, The Night Manager, City of Dreams, Kerala Crime Files & more E. The Ultimate Disney+ Destination: Enjoy the ever-expanding universe of stories from Disney+ Superhero movies & shows: Deadpool and Wolverine, Guardians of the Galaxy, Secret Invasion, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Avengers, Iron Man, Loki, Moon Knight, She-Hulk, etc. Disney+ Originals: Ahsoka, Rennervations, The Mandalorian, Encanto, Turning Red, Disenchanted, Moana, and more. If you subscribe to JioHotstar via iTunes, payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase and your membership will automatically renew unless turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Subscription will be renewed within 24-hours before the end of each period at the rate of your selected plan. Turn off auto-renewal anytime through iTunes. DISCLAIMER: Content, features & data practices vary by country/region. Refer to your region’s Privacy Policy & Terms. Privacy policy: https://www.hotstar.com/privacy-policy/in Terms of use: https://www.hotstar.com/tnc/in

About

Khalsa Phulwari

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Khalsa Phulwari is a one-stop Sikh learning and meditation app designed for families and children. Building on our successful animation videos that have already inspired the community, the app brings a wide range of spiritual and educational resources together in one place. Key Features • Videos – Explore Sikh values and history through engaging animations and categorized video content. • Audio – Access guided simran, kirtan, and meditation tracks for peaceful moments and reflection. • Games & Activities – Learn Gurmat principles through interactive games, quizzes, and activities that make learning fun. • Community Support – Contribute easily to support our seva initiatives. • Personalization – Manage your profile and app experience with simple account settings. Khalsa Phulwari is more than just an app—it’s a digital garden of Sikh values, designed to nurture young minds and strengthen families with Gurbani-inspired learning, play, and meditation. Subscription Information Khalsa Phulwari offers auto-renewable subscriptions to unlock premium features. • Plans available: Monthly and Annualy • Pricing: Starts from $9/month (prices may vary by region) • Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. • Manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your Apple ID account settings. • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Privacy & Terms • Privacy Policy: https://khalsaphulwari.com/khalsa-phulwari-app-privacy-policy/ • Terms of Use (EULA): https://khalsaphulwari.com/khalsa-phulwari-app-terms/

Screenshots

JioHotstar4 screens
Khalsa Phulwari4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: JioHotstar at 4 against Khalsa Phulwari's 2. JioHotstar also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). 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. JioHotstar sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per 3 months and Khalsa Phulwari sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
JioHotstar versus Khalsa Phulwari: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJioHotstarKhalsa Phulwari
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (102K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews15.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings102K — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyFortnightly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size170 MB810 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperJIOSTAR INDIA PRIVATE LIMITEDInfotech IT Solutions Pty Ltd

Bugs and requests

JioHotstar

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Frequent playback issues and freezes
  • Inability to resume content from where it was left off
  • Inconsistent Chromecast/Apple TV integration

Requested features

3 requests
  • Improved content organization and search
  • Seamless integration with Disney+ for US subscribers
  • Consistent subtitle support across all content

Khalsa Phulwari

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

JioHotstar

Subscriptions10
  • Mobile 3 Months Plan$1.493 Months
  • Premium Monthly Plan$3.491 Month
  • Ent. monthly (Discontinued)$3.991 Month
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  • Hotstar VIP (Discontinued)$4.491 Year
  • Super Annual Plan$9.991 Year
  • Premium (Discontinued)$9.991 Month
  • Premium Annual (Discontinued)$11.991 Year
  • Premium Annual Plan$16.491 Year
  • Premium Membership Monthly$19.991 Month
  • Sports & Entertainment Annual$49.991 Year
2 purchases

Khalsa Phulwari

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Plan$5.991 Month
  • Yearly Plan$59.991 Year

Questions

Is JioHotstar free?
JioHotstar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Khalsa Phulwari free?
Khalsa Phulwari is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do JioHotstar or Khalsa Phulwari have ads?
Both JioHotstar and Khalsa Phulwari show ads.
Which is updated more often, JioHotstar or Khalsa Phulwari?
JioHotstar ships an update fortnightly, and Khalsa Phulwari fortnightly. Most recently, JioHotstar was updated on November 5, 2026 and Khalsa Phulwari on October 30, 2026.

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