# KlowdTV vs SalemNOW

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SalemNOW at 76% against KlowdTV's 24%. SalemNOW also leads on rating (4.3 vs 3.1). KlowdTV's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. KlowdTV sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and SalemNOW sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SalemNOW holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 235 and 89 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 24% of KlowdTV's written reviews are positive against 76% of SalemNOW's.

KlowdTV ships an update every 5 weeks, SalemNOW every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | KlowdTV | SalemNOW |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (235 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/klowdtv/id974775112/reviews) | **[4.3 (89 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/salemnow/id1540045998/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **235** | 89 |
| Positive reviews | 23.8% of reviews | **75.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 126 MB | 52 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Un-Linked Corp](https://appshunter.io/developer/1148707503) | [Salem Communications](https://appshunter.io/developer/349087409) |

## What reviewers say

### KlowdTV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/klowdtv/id974775112)

Stream live television channels for free, including popular networks like One America News Network and AWE. Enjoy your favorite shows without needing an account to start watching.

**Highlights:** Free live TV streaming, Watch OANN, Watch AWE, No account required, Access to free channels

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| OAN Plan | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium | $9.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 💰 Affordable subscription pricing ($2.50-$5/month)
- 📺 Access to OAN and niche news channels
- 🎬 Diverse channel lineup including sports and entertainment
- ⚡ Fast loading on some devices
- 🎯 Content quality and news programming

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezing
- 🔌 Persistent connection and streaming issues
- 📱 Poor cross-platform compatibility
- 🔐 Recurring login and credential storage problems
- 🔊 Audio/video sync issues and missing sound

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on login page
- Freezing and buffering during playback
- Audio stuttering and chopping
- Video/audio sync issues
- Blue screen with no video playback

**Requested features**

- Default channel auto-play on app launch
- Favorites or bookmarking feature
- Persistent login credentials storage
- Improved TV guide accuracy
- Better casting and AirPlay functionality


### SalemNOW

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/salemnow/id1540045998)

Stream a diverse collection of films, breaking news, and podcasts. Discover award-winning documentaries and exclusive interviews. Enjoy HD streaming and casting to your TV.

**Highlights:** Video on Demand, Exclusive content, Free content catalog, HD streaming, Casting to TV

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SalemNOW+ & Police State Film | $6.99 | per month |
| SalemNOW+ Monthly Recurring | $6.99 | per month |
| SalemNOW+ Yearly Recurring | $65.99 | per year |
| SalemNOW $6.99 | $6.99 | one-time |
| SalemNOW+ Monthly | $6.99 | one-time |
| SalemNOW $9.99 | $9.99 | one-time |
| SalemNOW $12.99 | $12.99 | one-time |
| SalemNOW $14.99 | $14.99 | one-time |
| SalemNOW $19.99 | $19.99 | one-time |
| SalemNOW $24.99 | $24.99 | one-time |
| SalemNOW $29.99 | $29.99 | one-time |
| SalemNOW+ Yearly | $65.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great content and documentaries
- 👍 Refreshing, truthful content
- 👍 Educational and thought-provoking
- 👍 Alternative to mainstream media
- 👍 Good quality programs

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Pricey rental/purchase costs
- 💸 Pay-per-view model disliked
- 📱 No casting to smart TV
- 🔄 App orientation issues
- 🚫 No back arrow after trailer

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes
- Playback unavailable
- Cannot activate on Samsung TV
- Cannot sign in/load
- App flips phone sideways

**Requested features**

- Subscription service needed
- Add more Christmas movie options
- Implement a streaming service model
- Allow casting to smart TVs
- Provide a back arrow after trailers


## Frequently asked questions

### Is KlowdTV free?

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

### Is SalemNOW free?

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

### Which has better reviews, KlowdTV or SalemNOW?

SalemNOW is rated higher. KlowdTV averages 3.1 out of 5 from 235 ratings, while SalemNOW averages 4.3 from 89 ratings.

### Do KlowdTV or SalemNOW have ads?

Both KlowdTV and SalemNOW show ads.

### Which is updated more often, KlowdTV or SalemNOW?

KlowdTV ships an update every 5 weeks, and SalemNOW every 2 months. Most recently, KlowdTV was updated on October 21, 2026 and SalemNOW on October 25, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*