CuriosityStream vs Kinodal
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 on science, nature, history, and more. Enjoy ad-free, downloadable content in HD and 4K across multiple devices, with a dedicated section for kids.
- Unlimited documentary streaming
- Downloadable content for offline viewing
- 4K and HD quality
- Dedicated kids' section (CuriosityKIDS)
- New content added weekly
- Personalized recommendations
- Resume watching on other devices
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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).
Kinodal
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Kinodal lets filmmakers screen their work to real audiences and see exactly how viewers react, moment by moment. Invite viewers with a simple join code, screen live or on-demand from Vimeo or Frame.io, and watch reactions come in as thumbs up/down, intensity, and voice notes. After the screening, filmmakers get a full engagement report — a timeline chart of every reaction, exportable straight into Premiere or Avid, so editing decisions can be grounded in real audience response instead of guesswork. For viewers: join a screening with a code from the filmmaker, react in real time with a tap, swipe, or your keyboard, and leave voice notes with your thoughts — automatically transcribed. Subscriptions: Kinodal Indie and Pro are auto-renewing monthly subscriptions.Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.kinodal.com/dashboard/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Kinodal at weekly against CuriosityStream's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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 Kinodal sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $22.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
CuriosityStream ships an update every 3 weeks, Kinodal weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CuriosityStream | Kinodal |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (6.3K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 30.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 6.3K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Subscription | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 69 MB | 23 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | CuriosityStream, LLC | 40 Strong LLC |
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
Kinodal
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
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
Kinodal
- Kinodal Indie$22.991 Month
- Kinodal Pro$57.991 Month
- Kinodal Studio$234.991 Month
Questions
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