Comparison

CuriosityStream vs Lion Mountain

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

Head to head
About

CuriosityStream

Access a vast library of award-winning documentaries and non-fiction content covering science, nature, history, and biographies. Enjoy ad-free streaming and offline viewing for all ages, including a dedicated kids' section.

Highlights
  • Unlimited documentary streaming
  • Offline viewing with downloads
  • 4K and HD content
  • New content added weekly
  • CuriosityKIDS section
  • Ad-free experience
Features
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CuriosityStream is the world’s leading documentary and non-fiction streaming service covering science, nature, history, biographies of real characters of consequence and pretty much anything else you can think of. Learn about our natural world alongside luminaries like Sir David Attenborough. Look at our universe with wonder as Michio Kaku and Brian Greene broaden your perspective on space, time and the future. Step back in time and explore dinosaurs, ancient history, and the rise of homo sapiens. Curiositystream also offers CuriosityKIDS, a dedicated collection of safe, entertaining and inspiring programs for families to enjoy together or for kids to watch on their own. Let CuriosityKids spark a love of learning and a passion for exploration. Plus, all CuriosityStream shows are downloadable so you can keep kids entertained while on the go. Whether your kids are budding astronomers, paleontologists, or historians, CuriosityStream has got you covered with award-winning, ad-free content. Join more than 20 million CuriosityStream subscribers and explore thousands of brain-boosting documentaries. CuriosityStream membership benefits: - Unlimited streaming of the best in documentary programming - Download shows so you can watch anytime, anywhere without an internet connection - 4K and HD documentaries available on multiple devices - New content added weekly so you’ll never run out of things to watch - Browse titles with multiple search tools to help you quickly find your favorite subject areas - Rate your favorite shows and get recommendations for related content - Bookmark shows to watch later or resume watching previously viewed shows on other devices You may cancel your membership and stop the billing anytime by logging into your account. Please Note: - Payment will be charged to the user's iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase -Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period - Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase By downloading this application, you agree to the CuriosityStream Terms of Use (https://curiositystream.com/terms) and Privacy Policy (https://curiositystream.com/privacy).

About

Lion Mountain

Features
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Discover family-friendly wildlife videos and documentaries. Explore the wild at the touch of a finger from your mobile device now! Download now! Lion Mountain Media is an independent motion picture, television and digital platform production company dedicated to producing family and faith-centered programs designed to entertain, educate, inspire and motivate audiences worldwide. To access all features and content, you can subscribe to Lion Mountain on a monthly or an annual basis with an auto-renewing subscription right inside the app. * Pricing can vary by region and will be confirmed before purchase in the app. In-app subscriptions will automatically renew at the end of their cycle. All payments will be paid through your iTunes Account and may be managed under Account Settings after the initial payment. Subscription payments will automatically renew unless deactivated at least 24 hours before the end of the current cycle. Your account will be charged for renewal at least 24 hours prior to the end of the current cycle. Any unused portion of your free trial will be forfeited upon payment. Cancellations are incurred by disabling auto-renewal. Privacy Policy link : https://www.lionmountain.tv/privacy-cookies Terms of Use : https://www.lionmountain.tv/terms-of-use

Screenshots

CuriosityStream4 screens
Lion Mountain4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Lion Mountain at 12.0 against CuriosityStream's 15.1. 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. CuriosityStream sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Lion Mountain sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
CuriosityStream versus Lion Mountain: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCuriosityStreamLion Mountain
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (6.3K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews30.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings6.3K — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TViPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV
Requires iOS15.112.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB55 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperCuriosityStream, LLCLion Mountain Media Pty Ltd

Bugs and requests

CuriosityStream

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes on launch
  • Videos not resuming from last position
  • Casting issues and video playback problems
  • Inconsistent behavior when switching between apps

Requested features

5 requests
  • Offline downloads
  • Profiles/multiple user support
  • Improved search and recommendation features
  • Better integration with TV platforms
  • Customizable playback controls

Lion Mountain

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

CuriosityStream

Subscriptions6
  • Basic$5.991 Month
  • Standard$5.991 Month
  • Smart Bundle$11.991 Month
Show 3 more
  • Basic$49.991 Year
  • Standard$49.991 Year
  • Smart Bundle$79.991 Year
2 purchases

Lion Mountain

Subscriptions2
  • Lion Mountain Subscription3 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Lion Mountain Subscription3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is CuriosityStream free?
CuriosityStream is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Lion Mountain free?
Lion Mountain is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CuriosityStream or Lion Mountain have ads?
Neither CuriosityStream nor Lion Mountain shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CuriosityStream or Lion Mountain?
CuriosityStream ships an update monthly, and Lion Mountain monthly. Most recently, CuriosityStream was updated on October 20, 2026 and Lion Mountain on October 12, 2026.

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