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Starz vs Apple TV+

Starz logo

Starz

Software

Premium originals and hit series

From
$6.99/month
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

  • Each has a real cost: Starz advertised introductory rate of 4 USD per month applies only for the first 3 months as a limited time offer; 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: Starz covers Streaming, Apple TV+ covers Apple Originals.

Where they differ

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

Attributes where Starz and Apple TV+ differ
AttributeStarzApple TV+
Starting price$6.99/month$9.99/month
PlatformsWeb, Ios, Android, Smart-tv, Roku, Fire-tvIos, Macos, Smart-tv, Gaming-consoles, Web
Founded19942019

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), 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 Starz

  • Streaming
  • Original series
  • Movies
  • Exclusive content
  • Streaming devices
  • Account security
  • Parental controls
  • Android support

Only in Apple TV+

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

Both cover

  • Downloads
  • Smart TVs
  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Smart-tv support

What people use each for

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

Starz

  • Drama streamingnot Apple TV+
  • Original series watchingnot Apple TV+

Apple TV+

  • Original content streamingnot Starz
  • Family entertainmentnot Starz

Where each one falls short

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

Starz

  • Advertised introductory rate of 4 USD per month applies only for the first 3 months as a limited time offer

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

Starz

$6.99/month
  • Standard$6.99/month
    • HD
    • Ad-supported
  • Premium$12.99/month
    • 4K
    • Ad-free
    • Downloads

Apple TV+

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

Which should you pick?

Choose Starz if

  • You need streaming.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android, Smart-tv, Roku, Fire-tv.
  • You also want original series.
Starz 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 Starz or Apple TV+ better?
Neither clearly leads. Starz starts at $6.99/month 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, Starz or Apple TV+?
Starz starts at $6.99/month and Apple TV+ at $9.99/month.
Does Starz or Apple TV+ run on more platforms?
Starz runs on Web, Ios, Android, Smart-tv, Roku, Fire-tv. Apple TV+ runs on Ios, Macos, Smart-tv, Gaming-consoles, Web.
What is Starz best used for?
Starz is most often used for drama streaming, original series watching. Of those, drama streaming and original series watching are not what Apple TV+ is typically brought in for.
What can Starz do that Apple TV+ cannot?
Starz covers Streaming, Original series, Movies, Exclusive content. Apple TV+ covers Apple Originals, 4K HDR, Dolby Atmos, Family sharing. Both handle Downloads, Smart TVs, Web support, Ios support.
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