STARZPLAY ستارزبلاي vs Almanasa
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
STARZPLAY ستارزبلاي
Access a vast library of movies, series, and live TV channels. Enjoy free ad-supported content or upgrade for premium blockbusters, originals, and live sports. Buy or rent new releases, and stream on multiple devices.
- Free ad-supported movies and series
- 50+ live and digital TV channels
- Premium content with STARZPLAY MAX
- Live sports streaming
- Buy or rent new releases
- Offline viewing
- Personalized recommendations
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STARZPLAY — One App. Endless Entertainment. Explore a world of movies, series, and live TV channels at your fingertips. Watch for free, or upgrade to STARZPLAY MAX to unlock exclusive blockbusters, original productions, and the biggest live sports — all in one app. Enjoy Free Entertainment Enjoy a vast library of ad-supported movies, series, and documentaries — no registration or subscription required. Stream Free TV Channels Enjoy 50+ live and digital channels curated for every taste. Watch nonstop movie channels, stay updated with the latest news, binge game show channels, or explore fan-favorite celebrity channels dedicated to iconic stars and their legendary work. Go Premium with STARZPLAY MAX Unlock unlimited, ad-free access to Hollywood hits, the latest originals, Arabic and Turkish favorites, anime, documentaries, same-time-as-the-US series, kids’ programs, and live sports. Stream STARZPLAY Originals like Harley, Kaboos, and Million Dollar Listing UAE, or fan-favorites like Young Sheldon, Kurulus: Osman, The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon, The Walking Dead: Dead City, El Turco, The Good Doctor, Naruto and The Flash. Plus live sports including Serie A, UFC, PFL, ICC T20 World Cup , IPL, Six Nations, PGA Tour Golf, AEW, boxing and more. Enjoy ADtv content for free in the new Abu Dhabi Media Network (ADMN) section on STARZPLAY. All your favorite channels, shows, and exclusive productions in one place, with seamless high-quality streaming. Explore the STARZPLAY Store to buy or rent direct-from-cinema releases — and watch them anytime, anywhere, bringing the latest blockbusters straight to your screen. Key Features Stream your way: Watch for free now or upgrade for premium content and live sports. Buy or rent the latest cinema releases or browse live/digital channels. Extensive library: From timeless classics to new releases across genres. Personalized recommendations: Tailored to your taste to keep your feed fresh. Multiple devices: Compatible with phones, tablets, TVs, and desktops. Register up to 5 devices, stream on 2 simultaneously. 4K / Full HD & offline mode: Stream in top quality or download for offline viewing. Seamless experience: An intuitive interface that makes discovery and watching effortless. Join STARZPLAY and enjoy free and premium entertainment — all in one app. Download now and start watching! Privacy Policy: https://starzplay.com/en/privacypolicy Terms & Conditions: https://starzplay.com/en/termsandconditions
Almanasa
This platform offers a vast selection of global entertainment and sports content, including popular movies, series, and live TV channels. It is constantly updated to cater to diverse tastes and age groups. The service is exclusively available for users within Iraq.
- Extensive entertainment and sports content
- Popular movies and series
- Hundreds of live streaming channels
- Content updated for all tastes and ages
- Exclusive to Iraq
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The largest Iraqi streaming platform that offers a variety of entertainment and sports content from around the world. The most popular movies, series, and TV shows are constantly updated to suit all tastes and age groups, in addition to hundreds of live streaming channels. Al-Manasa app only works in Iraq. أكبر منصة بث عراقية تقدم محتوى ترفيهي ورياضي متنوع ومن كل أنحاء العالم. أشهر الأفلام والمسلسلات والبرامج وبتحديث مستمر ليناسب جميع الأذواق والفئات العمرية، بالإضافة إلى مئات القنوات الخاصة بالبث المباشر. تطبيق المنصة يعمل حاليًا فقط في العراق. Privacy Policy: https://almanasa.tv/en/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://almanasa.tv/en/terms-and-conditions/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ratings volume: Almanasa at 35K against STARZPLAY ستارزبلاي's 4.9K. Almanasa also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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. STARZPLAY ستارزبلاي sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Almanasa sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for STARZPLAY ستارزبلاي against 4.4 for Almanasa. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Almanasa has 35K ratings behind it against 4.9K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 39% of STARZPLAY ستارزبلاي's written reviews are positive against 40% of Almanasa's.
STARZPLAY ستارزبلاي ships an update weekly, Almanasa every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 11, 2026.
| Parameter | STARZPLAY ستارزبلاي | Almanasa |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (4.9K ratings) | 4.4 (35K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 38.7% of reviews | 40.5% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 4.9K | 35K — better |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 91 MB | 81 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Playco Entertainment FZ LLC | Al-Manasa |
Customer experience
STARZPLAY ستارزبلاي
Almanasa
User reviews
STARZPLAY ستارزبلاي
From 4.9K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🎥 Great content selection
- 💻 Easy to use app
- 🤩 Wonderful streaming experience
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔌 Unreliable streaming quality
- 💸 Expensive subscription
- 🚫 Not available in all regions
Almanasa
From 35K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Fast and smooth performance
- 👍 Wide range of live TV channels
- 💡 Useful for watching sports events
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and errors
- 👎 Limited selection of movies and TV shows
- 🔒 Concerns about security and legality
Bugs and requests
STARZPLAY ستارزبلاي
Reported bugs
4 issues- Login issues and account problems
- Streaming freezes and playback errors
- Missing episodes and content
- Compatibility problems on certain devices
Requested features
4 requests- Add multiple user profiles
- Implement offline viewing
- Improve subtitle customization
- Enhance Chromecast/AirPlay support
Almanasa
Reported bugs
3 issues- Login process is overly complex
- Channels frequently buffer or fail to load
- Inconsistent video quality and resolution
Requested features
4 requests- Add more popular movies and TV series
- Improve stability and reduce crashes
- Provide a download feature for offline viewing
- Expand support for more TV platforms and devices
In-app purchases
STARZPLAY ستارزبلاي
- AD Sports Monthly Plan$3.991 Month
- UFC Arabia Monthly Plan$4.991 Month
- STARZPLAY Monthly Plan$7.991 Month
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- PLUS Monthly Plan$9.991 Month
- STARZPLAY Monthly Plan$10.991 Month
- STARZPLAY Monthly Plan7 Days trial$10.991 Month
- STARZPLAY Sports Monthly Plan$11.491 Month
- STARZPLAY Sports Month Plan$11.991 Month
- STARZPLAY MAX Monthly Plan$11.991 Month
- STARZPLAY Ultimate Month Plan$12.991 Month
Almanasa
- 1 Month Plus Subscription$5.991 Month
