# The Darkside vs Horror Classics Channel

The clearest difference is ads: The Darkside at none against Horror Classics Channel's shown. The Darkside also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 16.6). Horror Classics Channel's advantage is update cadence (every 6 months vs every 16 months) and ratings volume (24 vs 6). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. The Darkside sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $28.49 per year and Horror Classics Channel sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

The Darkside holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 24 respectively.

The Darkside ships an update every 16 months, Horror Classics Channel every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | The Darkside | Horror Classics Channel |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-darkside/id960332847/reviews)** | [4.7 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/horror-classics-channel/id6450276336/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **24** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 16 months | **Every 6 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 28 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Jellyfish Connect Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/373521339) | [MacMillan Interactive Communications, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/820481297) |

## What reviewers say

### The Darkside

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-darkside/id960332847)

Explore the world of horror cinema with Britain's oldest horror magazine. Get news, reviews, and in-depth features on classic and modern horror films, including interviews with industry professionals. Access content on film history and more.

**Highlights:** Horror film news and reviews, In-depth articles on horror history, Interviews with stars, writers, and directors, Coverage of Hammer classics to modern masterpieces, Purchase current and back issues, Subscription options available

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (21)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| The Darkside Auto Renewable Subscription | $28.49 | per year |
| Issue 186: Sale... (id:440626) | $1.99 | one-time |
| Issue 168: Chri... (id:383377) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Issue: 163 25Yr... (id:374509) | $2.99 | one-time |
| ssue 154: The H... (id:397499) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Issue 152: Cult... (id:397503) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Issue 148: The ... (id:397523) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Issue 174: Pola... (id:422865) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Issue 197: Babe... (id:455551) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Issue 198: Colo... (id:455549) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Issue 200: The ... (id:459984) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Issue 184: Unho... (id:440630) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Issue 185: Goth... (id:440628) | $2.99 | one-time |
| The Dark Side 2... (id:484923) | $2.99 | one-time |
| issue245 (id:708125) | $3.99 | one-time |
| The Dark Side 254 (pp:1035068) | $3.99 | one-time |
| The Dark Side 262 (pp:1035028) | $3.99 | one-time |
| The Dark Side 258 (pp:1035048) | $3.99 | one-time |
| The Dark Side 261 (pp:1035033) | $3.99 | one-time |
| The Dark Side 260 (pp:1035038) | $3.99 | one-time |
| The Dark Side 253 (pp:1035073) | $3.99 | one-time |


### Horror Classics Channel

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/horror-classics-channel/id6450276336)

Access a vast library of cult classic horror movies and scary TV shows for free. Enhance your viewing experience by subscribing monthly to remove advertisements and enjoy uninterrupted content.

**Highlights:** Hundreds of cult classic horror movies, Scary television shows, Free to watch, Monthly ad-free subscription, Available on iPhone and iPad

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Horror Classics Subscription | $5.99 | per month |
| Horror Classics Yearly Subscription | $69.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is The Darkside free?

The Darkside is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Horror Classics Channel free?

Horror Classics Channel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, The Darkside or Horror Classics Channel?

The Darkside is rated higher. The Darkside averages 5.0 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Horror Classics Channel averages 4.7 from 24 ratings.

### Do The Darkside or Horror Classics Channel have ads?

Horror Classics Channel shows ads; The Darkside does not.

### Which is updated more often, The Darkside or Horror Classics Channel?

The Darkside ships an update every 16 months, and Horror Classics Channel every 6 months. Most recently, The Darkside was updated on October 20, 2026 and Horror Classics Channel on October 10, 2026.

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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.*