CuriosityStream vs DOCUMENTARY+ | Streaming App
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Unlimited documentary streaming
- Offline viewing with downloads
- 4K and HD content
- New content added weekly
- CuriosityKIDS section
- Ad-free experience
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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).
DOCUMENTARY+ | Streaming App
Access a vast library of critically acclaimed documentaries, from Oscar winners to cult classics. Stream nonfiction storytelling curated by experts on any device, anytime, anywhere. Explore diverse categories like history, science, and true crime.
- Stream award-winning documentaries
- Curated by acclaimed filmmakers
- Watch on mobile, tablet, computer, and TV
- Browse by genre and search easily
- Uninterrupted viewing experience
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DOCUMENTARY+ // Home to the world’s best streaming documentaries -- from Academy Award winning classics and box office hits to festival darlings and cult favorites. Nonfiction storytelling at its best, curated by the best. With the DOCUMENTARY+ App you get: - Stream documentaries from the top studios in the world, curated by acclaimed filmmakers. - Full access to watch a documentary anytime, anywhere on your mobile device, tablet, computer, and connected tv. - Browse documentaries or search with ease across the best in classics, shorts, politics, history, food, science, nature, fashion, culture, and more. - Top streaming app platform without issues so you can watch your favorite documentary movies uninterrupted Featured Movie Categories Include: - Adventure - Music - Comedy - Sports - True Crime DOCUMENTARY+ // Love What's Real Privacy policy : https://docplus.com/privacy-policy Terms and conditions : https://docplus.com/terms-and-conditions
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Verdict
CuriosityStream and DOCUMENTARY+ | Streaming App both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 81% of DOCUMENTARY+ | Streaming App's written reviews are positive against 31% of CuriosityStream's. DOCUMENTARY+ | Streaming App also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). CuriosityStream's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (6.3K vs 124). On price, rating, update cadence 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
Both are free to download. CuriosityStream sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and DOCUMENTARY+ | Streaming App sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 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 — 4.6 for CuriosityStream against 4.6 for DOCUMENTARY+ | Streaming App. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CuriosityStream has 6.3K ratings behind it against 124, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 31% of CuriosityStream's written reviews are positive against 81% of DOCUMENTARY+ | Streaming App's.
CuriosityStream ships an update monthly, DOCUMENTARY+ | Streaming App every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CuriosityStream | DOCUMENTARY+ | Streaming App |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (6.3K ratings) | 4.6 (124 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 30.7% of reviews | 80.6% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 6.3K — better | 124 |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Subscription | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 44 MB | 66 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | CuriosityStream, LLC | Documentary Plus, LLC |
Customer experience
CuriosityStream
DOCUMENTARY+ | Streaming App
User reviews
CuriosityStream
From 6.3K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Great content
- 💡 Excellent value for money
- 👍 Diverse range of documentaries
- 👍 Informative and educational
Room to improve
- 🐛 Buggy app with frequent crashes
- 🐛 Streaming issues and buffering problems
- 🐛 Poor user interface and navigation
- 🐛 Chromecast/casting support issues
- 🐛 Inconsistent playback controls
DOCUMENTARY+ | Streaming App
From 124 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Great selection of documentaries
- 👍 Free content available
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 👍 High quality content
- 👍 Well-curated collection
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent bugs and glitches
- 🐛 Video playback issues (freezing, black screen)
- 🐛 No sound in videos
- 🐛 Repetitive and excessive ads
- 🐛 App not working on Apple TV
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
DOCUMENTARY+ | Streaming App
Reported bugs
8 issues- Documentary freezes or goes black
- No sound in videos
- Ads prevent viewing
- App crashes or doesn't load
- Error messages (403, could not config)
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- App not working on Apple TV
- Support email bounces back
- Ads not disappearing
Requested features
5 requests- Add variety to commercials
- Add preview trailers
- Allow resuming shows
- Add Chromecast or Airplay support
- Save films to a watchlist
In-app purchases
CuriosityStream
- Basic$5.991 Month
- Standard$5.991 Month
- Smart Bundle$11.991 Month
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- Basic$49.991 Year
- Standard$49.991 Year
- Smart Bundle$79.991 Year
DOCUMENTARY+ | Streaming App
- Monthly subscription7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$50.001 Year
- Rental - 0.99$0.99
- Pay per View - 2.99$2.99
- Pay per View - 3.99$3.99
Questions
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