Netflix vs Lovefilm
Netflix vs Lovefilm – On the small(er) screen
As well as PCs and Macs, Netflix is available on all manner of portable devices, from the iPad and iPhone to their Android and Windows-running brethren. The iPad app is a particularly nicely thought-out affair, but Android fares well, too.
Lovefilm Instant can obviously be streamed on PCs and Macs through their web browser, and the iPad app is a pleasure to use and a pleasure to watch. It is, however, a big shame that no other portables are supported, even other iOS devices, especially given how much of a head start it’s had over Netflix.
Winner: Netflix
Comments
CrisisWolf
1 year ago
Clearly missing one vital components.
Most of the LoveFilm library is extra at £2.50 to £3.50 on top of your subscription, where as NetFlix is all in for everything in their library.
I'd rather not pay £3.50 to LoveFilm for sub-DVD quality, I'd go to Apple or Google for that one off payment.
Arggers
1 year ago
I've got Lovefilm's usual subscription, rather than the streaming-only service.
It suits my needs thanks to the ability to hire games (great for the kids) and the discs (great so the missus can watch a DVD while in the kitchen)
Streaming is nothing more than a bonus for me but works fine through the PS3 when used, and at no extra charge. I'd be happier with a little more content, mind. It does take up the same tv as satellite though, so it is only a "if-there's-nothing-on-tv" option.
Perhaps if I ever bought a tablet I'd consider Netflix, but at the moment for £11 a month Lovefilm does all I need.
Damian_125
1 year ago
Knowhow Movies, a new VOD service, looks like it might just take on both... and win.
Bauermeister
5 weeks ago
If you go to www.unotelly.com - you can use their service to get access to Netflix US content - it's got much better content on it.