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Crunchyroll vs Apple TV+

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Crunchyroll

Software

The world's largest anime streaming platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Apple TV+ logo

Apple TV+

Software

Original stories from the most creative minds

From
$9.99/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Crunchyroll has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Crunchyroll the App Store listing states Crunchyroll allows streaming on up to six devices simultaneously, and separately notes the annual plan is cheaper than paying monthly.; Apple TV+ standalone subscription costs 12.99 USD per month after a 7 day free trial, with no lower priced tier
  • They diverge on capability: Crunchyroll covers Anime streaming, Apple TV+ covers Apple Originals.

Where they differ

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

Attributes where Crunchyroll and Apple TV+ differ
AttributeCrunchyrollApple TV+
Starting priceFree$9.99/month
Pricing modelfreemiumsubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWeb, Ios, Android, Smart-tv, Gaming-consolesIos, Macos, Smart-tv, Gaming-consoles, Web
Founded20062019

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

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 Crunchyroll

  • Anime streaming
  • Simulcasts
  • Manga
  • Games
  • Parental controls
  • Profile management
  • Android support

Only in Apple TV+

  • Apple Originals
  • 4K HDR
  • Dolby Atmos
  • Family sharing
  • Downloads
  • Apple devices
  • Family sharing controls
  • Parental restrictions

Both cover

  • Smart TVs
  • Gaming consoles
  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Smart-tv support
  • Gaming-consoles support

What people use each for

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

Crunchyroll

  • Anime watchingnot Apple TV+
  • Manga readingnot Apple TV+

Apple TV+

  • Original content streamingnot Crunchyroll
  • Family entertainmentnot Crunchyroll

Where each one falls short

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

Crunchyroll

  • The App Store listing states Crunchyroll allows streaming on up to six devices simultaneously, and separately notes the annual plan is cheaper than paying monthly.

Apple TV+

  • Standalone subscription costs 12.99 USD per month after a 7 day free trial, with no lower priced tier

Pricing, plan by plan

Crunchyroll

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Limited anime
    • Ads
  • Fan$7.99/month
    • Ad-free
    • Simulcasts
  • Mega Fan$9.99/month
    • Offline viewing
    • 4 streams

Apple TV+

$9.99/month
  • Apple TV+$9.99/month
    • All originals
    • 4K HDR
    • 6 family members

Which should you pick?

Choose Crunchyroll if

  • You need anime streaming.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android, Smart-tv, Gaming-consoles.
  • You also want simulcasts.
Crunchyroll review

Choose Apple TV+ if

  • You need apple originals.
  • You work on Ios, Macos, Smart-tv, Gaming-consoles, Web.
  • You also want 4k hdr.
Apple TV+ review

Questions people ask

Is Crunchyroll or Apple TV+ better?
Neither clearly leads. Crunchyroll starts at Free and Apple TV+ at $9.99/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Crunchyroll or Apple TV+?
Crunchyroll has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Crunchyroll and $9.99/month for Apple TV+.
Does Crunchyroll or Apple TV+ run on more platforms?
Crunchyroll runs on Web, Ios, Android, Smart-tv, Gaming-consoles. Apple TV+ runs on Ios, Macos, Smart-tv, Gaming-consoles, Web.
Can I use Crunchyroll for free?
Yes. Crunchyroll has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Apple TV+ starts at $9.99/month.
What is Crunchyroll best used for?
Crunchyroll is most often used for anime watching, manga reading. Of those, anime watching and manga reading are not what Apple TV+ is typically brought in for.
What can Crunchyroll do that Apple TV+ cannot?
Crunchyroll covers Anime streaming, Simulcasts, Manga, Games. Apple TV+ covers Apple Originals, 4K HDR, Dolby Atmos, Family sharing. Both handle Smart TVs, Gaming consoles, Web support, Ios support.
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