GMA Play vs BLES App
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GMA Play
Stream live and on-demand Filipino shows, Asian dramas, and movies. Enjoy seamless viewing across your phone, desktop, and TV. Discover exclusive content made for mobile.
- Live GMA television streaming
- On-demand Filipino shows
- Asian dramas and movies
- Seamless multi-device viewing
- Exclusive mobile content
- Catch up on missed episodes
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Watch what Filipinos love, all in one place. GMA Play brings together live GMA television, on demand Filipino shows, Asian dramas, Filipino and foreign movies in one streaming app built for Filipinos. Watch GMA live or on demand Stream GMA programs as they air or catch up anytime. No more missing episodes. Stream complete international series and movies Enjoy full length Heart of Asia dramas, plus local and foreign films curated for Filipino viewers. Mobile first. Seamless on every screen Watch on your phone on the go. Switch to your desktop or TV at home. Never miss a moment with seamless viewing that works. One app for daily entertainment From today’s biggest GMA shows to your favorite hits, GMA Play brings this all with one simple experience. Discover exclusive content first Be the first to watch new platform exclusive releases very soon. Fresh formats made for mobile viewing.
BLES App
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If you have musical talent and want to make income on the side, BLES provides a platform for musicians who love performing gigs for different audiences—such as weddings, birthdays, park parties, or live shows at restaurants and bars. We help you achieve that goal. The genre is up to you and the engaging parties involved.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: BLES App at none against GMA Play's shown. BLES App also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). On price, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | GMA Play | BLES App |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (768 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 19.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 768 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 222 MB | 127 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | GMA New Media Inc. | Banland LLC |
Bugs and requests
GMA Play
Reported bugs
4 issues- Constant prompts to update despite having latest version
- Login/registration issues
- Videos fail to load or play
- Compatibility problems on certain devices
Requested features
5 requests- Add search functionality
- Expand content availability globally
- Optimize for tablet/iPad devices
- Provide English subtitles for non-Tagalog shows
- Add Chromecast support
BLES App
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
GMA Play
No in-app purchases
BLES App
No in-app purchases
