# STARZPLAY ستارزبلاي vs Almanasa

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.

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. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | STARZPLAY ستارزبلاي | Almanasa |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (4.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/starzplay/id962284784/reviews) | **[4.4 (35K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/almanasa/id1640678347/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4.9K | **35K** |
| Positive reviews | 38.7% of reviews | **40.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 91 MB | 81 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Playco Entertainment FZ LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/962284783) | [Al-Manasa](https://appshunter.io/developer/1639669143) |

## What reviewers say

### STARZPLAY ستارزبلاي

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/starzplay/id962284784)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AD Sports Monthly Plan | $3.99 | per month |
| UFC Arabia Monthly Plan | $4.99 | per month |
| STARZPLAY Monthly Plan | $7.99 | per month |
| PLUS Monthly Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| STARZPLAY Monthly Plan | $10.99 | per month |
| STARZPLAY Monthly Plan | $10.99 | per month |
| STARZPLAY Sports Monthly Plan | $11.49 | per month |
| STARZPLAY Sports Month Plan | $11.99 | per month |
| STARZPLAY MAX Monthly Plan | $11.99 | per month |
| STARZPLAY Ultimate Month Plan | $12.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎥 Great content selection
- 💻 Easy to use app
- 🤩 Wonderful streaming experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔌 Unreliable streaming quality
- 💸 Expensive subscription
- 🚫 Not available in all regions

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues and account problems
- Streaming freezes and playback errors
- Missing episodes and content
- Compatibility problems on certain devices

**Requested features**

- Add multiple user profiles
- Implement offline viewing
- Improve subtitle customization
- Enhance Chromecast/AirPlay support


### Almanasa

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/almanasa/id1640678347)

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.

**Highlights:** Extensive entertainment and sports content, Popular movies and series, Hundreds of live streaming channels, Content updated for all tastes and ages, Exclusive to Iraq

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Plus Subscription | $5.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and smooth performance
- 👍 Wide range of live TV channels
- 💡 Useful for watching sports events

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and errors
- 👎 Limited selection of movies and TV shows
- 🔒 Concerns about security and legality

**Reported bugs**

- Login process is overly complex
- Channels frequently buffer or fail to load
- Inconsistent video quality and resolution

**Requested features**

- 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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is STARZPLAY ستارزبلاي free?

STARZPLAY ستارزبلاي is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Almanasa free?

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

### Which has better reviews, STARZPLAY ستارزبلاي or Almanasa?

Almanasa is rated higher. STARZPLAY ستارزبلاي averages 4.3 out of 5 from 4.9K ratings, while Almanasa averages 4.4 from 35K ratings.

### Do STARZPLAY ستارزبلاي or Almanasa have ads?

Neither STARZPLAY ستارزبلاي nor Almanasa shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, STARZPLAY ستارزبلاي or Almanasa?

STARZPLAY ستارزبلاي ships an update weekly, and Almanasa every 2 weeks. Most recently, STARZPLAY ستارزبلاي was updated on November 11, 2026 and Almanasa on November 12, 2026.

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