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Best Showmax Apps

241+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

Out of 241+ showmax apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Showmax Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1DStv StreamDStv StreamFree4.5★ (11K)YesNoOct 2026
2NetflixNetflixFree4.7★ (7.4M)YesYesOct 2026
3ShortMax - Short Dramas & TVShortMax - Short Dramas & TVFree4.6★ (175K)YesYesOct 2026
4HBO Max: Stream Movies & TVHBO Max: Stream Movies & TVFree4.9★ (5.8M)YesYesOct 2026
5MoviesBox : Watch Movies FilmsMoviesBox : Watch Movies FilmsFree3.0★ (12)NoYesOct 2026
6Apple TVApple TVFree4.8★ (1.9M)YesYesOct 2026
7Movies Box & TV ShowMovies Box & TV ShowFree4.2★ (33K)YesYesOct 2026
8Amazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime VideoFree4.8★ (3.1M)YesYesOct 2026

Top Picks for Showmax

DStv Stream#1

DStv Stream by Multichoice Support Services (Pty) Ltd

Stream sport, shows & movies
Editor's Choice
🎬 Entertainment
4.5😞(11K ratings)
FreeAds
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Stream your favorite TV shows, movies, and live sports from your subscription. Watch live, catch up on missed episodes, or download content to enjoy offline. Personalize your experience with profiles and plan your viewing with the TV guide.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Streaming on the go
  • 👍 Great app when it works
  • 🚀 Excellent video quality

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent buffering and freezing issues
  • 🔥 Poor live streaming experience
  • 🐛 Unreliable app performance
  • 🚫 Limited device support
  • 🚫 Restricted to African regions only
Netflix#2

Netflix by Netflix, Inc.

Start Watching
Strong Contender
🎬 Entertainment
4.7😐(7.4M ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#11in Entertainment
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Stream award-winning series, movies, documentaries, and stand-up specials from around the world. Get personalized recommendations and enjoy a safe kids' experience. Watch on your device while traveling or taking a break.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great selection of movies and TV shows
  • 👍 Convenient offline viewing
  • 💡 Customizable profiles for different users
  • 🚀 Smooth streaming experience

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Glitches and bugs in the app
  • 🔋 High data usage and battery drain
  • 🤔 Inconsistent rating system and content availability
  • 😡 Removing popular shows and movies
ShortMax - Short Dramas & TV#3

ShortMax - Short Dramas & TV by SHORTTV LIMITED

Stream Mini Series & Reels
Worth Considering
🎬 Entertainment
4.6😐(175K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#12in Entertainment
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Discover a vast library of short dramas, movies, and reels across various genres. Enjoy engaging stories in minutes, perfect for quick entertainment breaks or commutes. Features exclusive original content and offline viewing.

What We Love

  • 👍 Good stories
  • 👍 Enjoyable content
  • 👍 Diverse selection
  • 👍 Entertaining short videos

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive to watch episodes
  • ⏱️ Episodes too short
  • 🤖 Questionable acting quality
  • 🔍 Lack of episode previews
  • 📺 Too many ads
  • 🔒 Issues with unlocking episodes

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FAQ about Showmax

What are the best showmax apps for iPhone?
DStv Stream tops our showmax apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.5-star average from 11K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top showmax apps we rank are free to download, including DStv Stream and Netflix.
DStv Stream shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 241+ showmax apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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