Is Apple TV+ or MUBI better?

Neither clearly leads. Apple TV+ starts at Free and MUBI at $7.99/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.

Which is cheaper, Apple TV+ or MUBI?

Apple TV+ has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Apple TV+ and $7.99/month for MUBI.

Does Apple TV+ or MUBI run on more platforms?

Apple TV+ runs on Ios, Macos, Smart-tv, Gaming-consoles, Web. MUBI runs on Web, iOS, Android.

Can I use Apple TV+ for free?

Yes. Apple TV+ has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. MUBI starts at $7.99/month.

What is Apple TV+ best used for?

Apple TV+ is most often used for streaming exclusive tv shows and movies, sports viewing (friday night baseball, upcoming mls and formula 1 content), ad-free entertainment. Of those, streaming exclusive tv shows and movies and sports viewing (friday night baseball, upcoming mls and formula 1 content) are not what MUBI is typically brought in for.

What can Apple TV+ do that MUBI cannot?

Apple TV+ covers Apple Originals, 4K HDR, Dolby Atmos, Family sharing. MUBI covers Curated films, World cinema, Documentaries, Classics. Both handle Smart TVs, Ios support, Smart-tv support, Web support.

Entertainment · head to head

Apple TV+ vs MUBI

Apple TV+

Entertainment

Original stories from the most creative minds

From: Free
Rated: -

Full review Website

MUBI

Entertainment

Discover extraordinary cinema

From: $7.99/month
Rated: -

Full review Website

The short version

Only Apple TV+ has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
Each has a real cost: Apple TV+ bundle offering states no free trial, discounted offers, or annual plans available at launch; MUBI curated, rotating catalogue - films leave the service on a schedule rather than staying permanently available
They diverge on capability: Apple TV+ covers Apple Originals, MUBI covers Curated films.
Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Apple TV+ and MUBI actually diverge.

Attributes where Apple TV+ and MUBI differ
Attribute	Apple TV+	MUBI
Starting price	Free	$7.99/month
Free tier	Yes	No
Platforms	Ios, Macos, Smart-tv, Gaming-consoles, Web	Web, iOS, Android
Founded	2019	2007

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Entertainment).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Apple TV+

Apple Originals
4K HDR
Dolby Atmos
Family sharing
Downloads
Apple devices
Gaming consoles
Family sharing controls

Only in MUBI

Curated films
World cinema
Documentaries
Classics
New releases
Streaming devices
Account security
Content access

Both cover

Smart TVs
Ios support
Smart-tv support
Web support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Apple TV+

Streaming exclusive TV shows and moviesnot MUBI
Sports viewing (Friday Night Baseball, upcoming MLS and Formula 1 content)not MUBI
Ad-free entertainmentnot MUBI

MUBI

Watching curated arthouse, independent, and classic international cinemanot Apple TV+
Discovering festival and awards-circuit films not on mainstream platformsnot Apple TV+
Getting a free weekly theatrical ticket via MUBI GO in eligible citiesnot Apple TV+
Reading editorial film notes and curation alongside streamingnot Apple TV+

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Apple TV+

Bundle offering states no free trial, discounted offers, or annual plans available at launch
Only 3 months free with Apple TV 4K hardware purchase, not a standalone free option

MUBI

Curated, rotating catalogue - films leave the service on a schedule rather than staying permanently available
No live TV or broad back-catalogue - deliberately small, curated library rather than a comprehensive on-demand one
MUBI GO (free theater ticket plus streaming) is limited to select cities

Pricing, plan by plan

Apple TV+

Free

Standard$12.99/month
- 7-day free trial
- Hundreds of exclusive shows and movies
- New releases every week
Apple TV Plus with Peacock Bundle$14.99/month
- Apple TV Plus (Premium tier)
- Peacock Premium or Premium Plus
- Save over 30% vs individual subscriptions

MUBI

$7.99/month

Monthly$7.99/month
- Unlimited streaming access to curated films
- Download capability via iOS and Android apps
- Ad-free viewing

Which should you pick?

Choose Apple TV+ if

You need apple originals.
You want to start without paying.
You work on Ios, Macos, Smart-tv, Gaming-consoles, Web.
You also want 4k hdr.

Apple TV+ review

Choose MUBI if

You need curated films.
You work on Web, iOS, Android.
You also want world cinema.

MUBI review

Questions people ask

Is Apple TV+ or MUBI better?: Neither clearly leads. Apple TV+ starts at Free and MUBI at $7.99/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Apple TV+ or MUBI?: Apple TV+ has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Apple TV+ and $7.99/month for MUBI.
Does Apple TV+ or MUBI run on more platforms?: Apple TV+ runs on Ios, Macos, Smart-tv, Gaming-consoles, Web. MUBI runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use Apple TV+ for free?: Yes. Apple TV+ has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. MUBI starts at $7.99/month.
What is Apple TV+ best used for?: Apple TV+ is most often used for streaming exclusive tv shows and movies, sports viewing (friday night baseball, upcoming mls and formula 1 content), ad-free entertainment. Of those, streaming exclusive tv shows and movies and sports viewing (friday night baseball, upcoming mls and formula 1 content) are not what MUBI is typically brought in for.
What can Apple TV+ do that MUBI cannot?: Apple TV+ covers Apple Originals, 4K HDR, Dolby Atmos, Family sharing. MUBI covers Curated films, World cinema, Documentaries, Classics. Both handle Smart TVs, Ios support, Smart-tv support, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Apple TV+: How much does Apple TV Plus cost?

Apple TV Plus costs $12.99 per month after a 7-day free trial. The bundle with Peacock starts at $14.99 per month for combined access, saving over 30% compared to individual subscriptions.

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MUBI: How much does MUBI cost?

MUBI costs $7.99 per month USD on a monthly plan. An annual plan is available that saves 38% compared to monthly billing, though the exact annual price is not shown on the pricing page.

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Apple TV+: Does Apple TV Plus offer a free trial?

Yes, Apple TV Plus includes a 7-day free trial before the $12.99 monthly subscription begins. The trial does not require a credit card. The bundle with Peacock offers no free trial or discounted introductory offers.

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MUBI: Is there a free trial for MUBI?

Yes, MUBI offers a 7-day free trial with no credit card required. After the trial ends, the membership converts to paid status.

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Apple TV+: Can I share my Apple TV Plus subscription with family members?

Yes, Apple TV Plus lets you share your subscription with up to five family members for free through Apple's family sharing feature, allowing multiple household members to watch on different devices simultaneously.

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Apple TV+ vs MUBI

Apple TV+

MUBI

The short version

Where they differ

What each one covers

Only in Apple TV+

Only in MUBI

Both cover

What people use each for

Apple TV+

MUBI

Where each one falls short

Apple TV+

MUBI

Pricing, plan by plan

Apple TV+

MUBI

Which should you pick?

Choose Apple TV+ if

Choose MUBI if

Questions people ask

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

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