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DStv
EntertainmentMultiChoice Support Services (Pty) Ltd
The DStv app is the home of DStv on the go for DStv customers
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About DStv
Google Play
If you are a DStv customer in a country within our DStv territories, the DStv app enables you to stream live TV, catch up on your favourite series, movies and sport highlights or download to watch later offline, all on the go.
The Live TV and Catch Up content in the DStv app will be as per your DStv subscription package and country where your subscription is held. Due to geo-blocking this content can only be played within the countries in the DStv territories.
As a DStv customer you can enjoy all of these features on the DStv app.
- Live stream selected TV channels via 3G/4G or WIFI
- Catch Up on a selection of the most popular shows, sport, and movies
- Download up to 25 videos on Catch Up to enjoy offline later across 4 devices
- With DStv Kids use a safe and fun viewing environment with PIN controlled access to enjoy the coolest shows and movies
- Access the full 8-day TV Guide and set reminders to plan your viewing
For legal reasons, the DStv app is not available on uncertified Google devices. Please ensure that you are using a Google-certified device by going to Google Play Store Menu -> Settings -> Device Certification.
The Live TV and Catch Up content in the DStv app will be as per your DStv subscription package and country where your subscription is held. Due to geo-blocking this content can only be played within the countries in the DStv territories.
As a DStv customer you can enjoy all of these features on the DStv app.
- Live stream selected TV channels via 3G/4G or WIFI
- Catch Up on a selection of the most popular shows, sport, and movies
- Download up to 25 videos on Catch Up to enjoy offline later across 4 devices
- With DStv Kids use a safe and fun viewing environment with PIN controlled access to enjoy the coolest shows and movies
- Access the full 8-day TV Guide and set reminders to plan your viewing
For legal reasons, the DStv app is not available on uncertified Google devices. Please ensure that you are using a Google-certified device by going to Google Play Store Menu -> Settings -> Device Certification.
App Store
Enjoy DStv as a DStv customer and always have the shows, movies and sport you love with you wherever you go. Download now and get watching!
Never miss your favourite TV shows, sports team or breaking news with the DStv mobile app, watch live on your iPhone or iPad anytime, anywhere*; catch up on the latest episodes and movies or download to watch offline later.
The DStv mobile app gives you the freedom to watch your best-loved DStv entertainment when you’re on the move.
As a DStv customer you can enjoy all of these features on the DStv mobile app.
- Get it as it’s being broadcast, tune in and start live streaming selected TV channels via 3G/4G or WIFI.
- Missed it live, catch it later by watching a selection of the most popular shows, sport highlights, and movies on Catch Up.
- Don’t want to use mobile data to watch shows or movies, download up to 25 videos on Catch Up while on WIFI to enjoy offline later across 4 devices.
- Want your own experience based on the sport, shows and movies you like to watch, setup up to 6 different profiles to personalise each family members viewing experience.
- Want to plan your viewing in advance, add Catch Up items to your watchlist to come back to later or access the full 8-day TV Guide and set reminders to arrange your viewing.
- Need to keep the kids entertained, our Kids section is a safe and fun viewing environment with PIN controlled access so your kids can enjoy the coolest shows and movies unattended.
If you don’t have DStv, no problem, just download the mobile app, sign-up, and start watching our selection of free live streaming channels and video on your iPhone or iPad (available in South Africa only). As long as you’ve got the data, you’re good to go.
*Available in country of subscription. Viewing requires data / internet.
The Live TV and Catch Up content on DStv will be as per your DStv package and country. Due to geo-blocking this content can only be played within the countries in the DStv territories.
Never miss your favourite TV shows, sports team or breaking news with the DStv mobile app, watch live on your iPhone or iPad anytime, anywhere*; catch up on the latest episodes and movies or download to watch offline later.
The DStv mobile app gives you the freedom to watch your best-loved DStv entertainment when you’re on the move.
As a DStv customer you can enjoy all of these features on the DStv mobile app.
- Get it as it’s being broadcast, tune in and start live streaming selected TV channels via 3G/4G or WIFI.
- Missed it live, catch it later by watching a selection of the most popular shows, sport highlights, and movies on Catch Up.
- Don’t want to use mobile data to watch shows or movies, download up to 25 videos on Catch Up while on WIFI to enjoy offline later across 4 devices.
- Want your own experience based on the sport, shows and movies you like to watch, setup up to 6 different profiles to personalise each family members viewing experience.
- Want to plan your viewing in advance, add Catch Up items to your watchlist to come back to later or access the full 8-day TV Guide and set reminders to arrange your viewing.
- Need to keep the kids entertained, our Kids section is a safe and fun viewing environment with PIN controlled access so your kids can enjoy the coolest shows and movies unattended.
If you don’t have DStv, no problem, just download the mobile app, sign-up, and start watching our selection of free live streaming channels and video on your iPhone or iPad (available in South Africa only). As long as you’ve got the data, you’re good to go.
*Available in country of subscription. Viewing requires data / internet.
The Live TV and Catch Up content on DStv will be as per your DStv package and country. Due to geo-blocking this content can only be played within the countries in the DStv territories.
Write a Review
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Getting frustrated
Dec 19, 2019 Usually I love this app and being able to watch on the go, but lately it is starting it be unstable. Almost every week now out of nowhere and doing nothing out of the ordinary, I get a message that says I have reached my streaming limit of two devices at the same time, and I must dergister from one to continue watching. I have to go out the app entirely and wait at least an hour until I can get back in to carry on watching. This is despite me only watching through the app on one device at the time, never mind that you can have up to five devices connected. Logging out and in again or reinstalling the app doesn't work, and I just have to wait. Not sure what is going on with the stability of the app, but what's the point if you can't count on it to watch your shows.more -
Feb 12, 2021 The app very helpful, specially for catching up on missed episodes. The only problem I have is the number of catchup videos allowed to be downloaded by my device. I have only one device, of which currently I have 3 videos that are downloaded for offline viewing. However the device shows that I have downloaded 25 videos already, which is a problem I am still having trouble fixing, I also tried getting help from the live chat, they couldn't resolve this mattermore -
Feb 14, 2021 3 stars: I do occasionally get the video authorisation error which seems to be fixed whenever I connect to Zamtel WiFi network (MTN doesn't when the error appears; never tried with Airtel). I have also learnt that reducing the video quality averts the video lagging problem. It still needs more work by my account. Nevertheless, I do enjoy it for the better times it doesn't malfunction. Kudos.more -
Lacking functionality
May 8, 2018 A few basics they need to get right: 1. Give people the ability to remove something from their suggested lists. I don’t want to watch Isidingo or Masterchef, give the user the functionality to remove that from their suggestions and keep it off. If I change my mind, I can go find it. 2. Improve algorithms to match shows ‘You may be interested in’. So I watch action, now I may be interested in Masterchef. I watch sport, now I may be interested in Masterchef. I watch comedy, now I may be interested in Masterchef. You get the point? If what I watch has no bearing on what you show here, then just remove this whole section because it seems more that promoted shows are put there than what I actually watch. 3. Allow users to set the picture quality and subsequent download size based on connection. For WiFi connections, I want HD but for mobile connections I want a lower quality. The user has to manually change this if they so want to. Generally, a lot of potential, definitely some easy improvements can be made which will make this an easy 4-5 Star app (from a functionality perspective).more -
Good idea but terrible execution
May 14, 2019 The overall idea of the app is superb. However, the point is to have the same programs as the ones available on the decoder I suppose? This is not the case. Many shows are blocked on the app due the DSTV not having permission to show them which defeats the essence of the app. Second issue is the fact that many times they jump to the next show while the current show is still running. I guess they set the show sequence based on time no matter if the show started or ended late causing us to miss a chunk of minutes of shows.more
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Feb 20, 2021 I think multichoice DSTV is making and worried about us as customers. This app is totally useless. Always buffering you can't enjoy any thing. I first thought it was network provider, I then switched to other network providers to check. I then realize its the app that has the problem. Honestly you guys weren't ready when you launched the appmore -
Great app apart from the inability to cast from my iPhone to Chromecast
Oct 5, 2019 The app is great in that I can watch anything on the go and the video quality is excellent. It is very easy to use and streams quite consistently. I just don’t know why I can’t seem to cast the app to chromecast. I constantly get the message on my tv screen; sorry, there was a problem playing the video. All the while the cast icon on the top right of my screen is still connected to chromecast. Would like any suggestions from the developer as how to resolve this. Since this is a feature the app has I am disappointed it doesn’t work as it limits what I would like to do that is the reason for my rating. I understand everyone has different uses and if one wants to primarily just stream on the phone or other handheld devices then this does just that brilliantly.more -
Not great
May 11, 2018 I agree with the other reviews. App is not great. Is has great potential however. Too many poor streaming experiences to my apple tv. Lots of freezing and stuttering. Wish it worked better. Also, apple tv app is still missing which is a massive gap from a development point of view. 6 May review: After the update for the previous version i could for the first time since using the app airplay an entire episode without constant buffering / freezing etc. So step in right direction. However it was inconsistent. Sometimes it worked and other times i could not even airplay anything. Lets see what this latest version does. 11 May review: Yup. Back to the old days. Cannot airply to apple tv without constant freezing / stuttering / no sound etc. Cannot even watch properly on lowest quality setting on my phone. Showmax works perfectly, maybe learn from them?more -
Feb 14, 2021 I rate is app zero. It keeps saying "something went wrong please wait and try again in few minutes" when I'm trying to watch my shows. Even after minutes no difference. I saw a couple of other reviews and I've noticed that Multichoice doesn't even care about the reviews coz it seem like an automated computer at times is responding to most reviews. Don't direct me to live chat just write a solution here so others who are experiencing the same problem can be help.more -
Feb 12, 2021 I can give this app a negative 5 stars really. I have been trying to activate this app since it became available. When I want to link my account on the app. It takes me to a page where it asks me for email or phone number. I have selected both on separate occasions but the same think happens... What happens is that I get an OTP to verify my DStv account. Then the endless struggle of "Something went wrong" appears. Been happening for 4 years now. Over and over.more
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Feb 14, 2021 Left Dstv years ago, love the streaming service. Back now and the App is great. Affordability is an issue and it won't do well if the Premium streaming package is not reduced in some form. Would like to see BoxOffice on the App for mobile users sooner and the ability to ge set notifications for when favorite shows start. But all round well done.more -
Poor app
Aug 19, 2018 After down loading this app on my iPad and Apple TV post the press release there is constant freezing and buffering. The error message of something went wrong please try again later is the only thing that seems to work. -
DStv Now
Jun 24, 2020 Thank you for the good and quality service which you provide to your customers. We are truly grateful. I’m never bored with DSTV now with or without electricity, I still enjoy watching my favorite shows on my mobile. Thank you Multichoice .Please keep it up. 👍 .more -
Digital excellence
Jun 13, 2020 This is the Netflix of entertainment for Africa. I’m happy to be able to access this platform on my second TV set without the need for an extra decoder. Keep up the good work and always push new updates to remain relevant. -
Update is very bad
Oct 1, 2019 I updated my app yesterday and it’s always saying connection error pls do something about it I updated again now the app is just showing Chanel 100 what might be the problem
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Feb 16, 2021 The app is much better now on the android box. There are items in the recently watched tab and the menu of channels comes up while i watch. Dont have to exit and go to another channel. Only thing to fix now is catch up. It keeps buffering and image jumps from hd to sd and then gets pixelated. Took me 48 minutes to watch a 30 minute episode with all the buffering. I think it wil also be nice if we can have a tv guide on the tv/android box app. Missed a few live games...more -
Super Upgrades
Mar 6, 2019 This app was practically unusable for a few years, but now works perfectly I’d say. You can watch live tv, download to your tablet, make updates to your account, etc. as a Nigeria user. I’m not sure you can pay subscriptions via the app. Not tried that yet. This should be a 5* review, but as a frequent traveler outside the African continent, I am not able to watch anything outside Africa. That’s a BIG problem for me. Fix that and you have my 5*more -
Feb 21, 2021 It is great but the apps tells me I can't download any videos as I have exceeded the limit of 25 videos. The app did not mention the limit before downloading videos and still does not allow me to download at least up go 5 videos with that reminder, even though I have deleted all the previous downloaded videos.more -
Not bad, but...
Apr 25, 2019 ...not quite there yet, either. Let’s start with my biggest gripe - and this is a problem with all of DSTV’s digital offerings, including Showmax - why on earth must we be limited to running the app on a small number of devices? With intricate rules governing how often devices can be added or removed? Just do what Netflix and Prime TV and so on do: Limit the number of concurrent streams to two or three, but don’t limit the number of devices please. Other than that, the ability to remove items from suggestions would be great. Overall the app is getting better and better, though it lacks just a little bit of polish.more -
Much better than before
Jul 22, 2018 App works well, really love it. The only thing I have an issue with is that the video quality option doesn’t work, when I set it in both the profile and video it will always pushes out the max quality which kills the download speed.more
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Getting frustrated
Dec 19, 2019 Usually I love this app and being able to watch on the go, but lately it is starting it be unstable. Almost every week now out of nowhere and doing nothing out of the ordinary, I get a message that says I have reached my streaming limit of two devices at the same time, and I must dergister from one to continue watching. I have to go out the app entirely and wait at least an hour until I can get back in to carry on watching. This is despite me only watching through the app on one device at the time, never mind that you can have up to five devices connected. Logging out and in again or reinstalling the app doesn't work, and I just have to wait. Not sure what is going on with the stability of the app, but what's the point if you can't count on it to watch your shows.more -
Feb 12, 2021 The app very helpful, specially for catching up on missed episodes. The only problem I have is the number of catchup videos allowed to be downloaded by my device. I have only one device, of which currently I have 3 videos that are downloaded for offline viewing. However the device shows that I have downloaded 25 videos already, which is a problem I am still having trouble fixing, I also tried getting help from the live chat, they couldn't resolve this mattermore -
Feb 14, 2021 3 stars: I do occasionally get the video authorisation error which seems to be fixed whenever I connect to Zamtel WiFi network (MTN doesn't when the error appears; never tried with Airtel). I have also learnt that reducing the video quality averts the video lagging problem. It still needs more work by my account. Nevertheless, I do enjoy it for the better times it doesn't malfunction. Kudos.more -
Lacking functionality
May 8, 2018 A few basics they need to get right: 1. Give people the ability to remove something from their suggested lists. I don’t want to watch Isidingo or Masterchef, give the user the functionality to remove that from their suggestions and keep it off. If I change my mind, I can go find it. 2. Improve algorithms to match shows ‘You may be interested in’. So I watch action, now I may be interested in Masterchef. I watch sport, now I may be interested in Masterchef. I watch comedy, now I may be interested in Masterchef. You get the point? If what I watch has no bearing on what you show here, then just remove this whole section because it seems more that promoted shows are put there than what I actually watch. 3. Allow users to set the picture quality and subsequent download size based on connection. For WiFi connections, I want HD but for mobile connections I want a lower quality. The user has to manually change this if they so want to. Generally, a lot of potential, definitely some easy improvements can be made which will make this an easy 4-5 Star app (from a functionality perspective).more -
Good idea but terrible execution
May 14, 2019 The overall idea of the app is superb. However, the point is to have the same programs as the ones available on the decoder I suppose? This is not the case. Many shows are blocked on the app due the DSTV not having permission to show them which defeats the essence of the app. Second issue is the fact that many times they jump to the next show while the current show is still running. I guess they set the show sequence based on time no matter if the show started or ended late causing us to miss a chunk of minutes of shows.more
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Great app apart from the inability to cast from my iPhone to Chromecast
Oct 5, 2019 The app is great in that I can watch anything on the go and the video quality is excellent. It is very easy to use and streams quite consistently. I just don’t know why I can’t seem to cast the app to chromecast. I constantly get the message on my tv screen; sorry, there was a problem playing the video. All the while the cast icon on the top right of my screen is still connected to chromecast. Would like any suggestions from the developer as how to resolve this. Since this is a feature the app has I am disappointed it doesn’t work as it limits what I would like to do that is the reason for my rating. I understand everyone has different uses and if one wants to primarily just stream on the phone or other handheld devices then this does just that brilliantly.more -
Feb 9, 2021 Everytime I want to use my Dstv app to watch a show. I actually have to delete my app reinstall it then resign in then I can literally only watch one show. Then I have to repeat the hole process why is this happening? I never had this problem just all of a sudden in the last week this is happening and it is quite frustrating. Can you please assist me cause I actually did like the appmore -
Only in AFRICA???
Mar 19, 2020 I lived my whole life in Nigeria and recently just moved to the US and I want to keep watching the Nigerian shows I usually watch and also the Bollywood shows on Zee world. Now that being said I tried to sign up so I could continue watching my beloved shows, instead of me chilling right now and watching Zee world, I find out that it’s not available for people outside of Africa and that is extremely heartbreaking and disappointingmore -
Feb 16, 2021 I love being able to watch while on the go, but considering I pay quite a lot of money for my DStv subscription, why am I forced to watch TWO adverts for catch-up titles??!! And there is no way to disable this. No other service show ads to paying subscribers.more -
Schedule recording from app unavailable
Jul 2, 2020 Why don’t I have the remote recording button on my app. I used to have in the past but now I don’t. I tried deleting app and its data, logging in again, etc but it does not appear. I am losing money paying access fee as this is one feature I need. Advice. For this and a crappy customer care, I give a two.more
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Feb 20, 2021 I think multichoice DSTV is making and worried about us as customers. This app is totally useless. Always buffering you can't enjoy any thing. I first thought it was network provider, I then switched to other network providers to check. I then realize its the app that has the problem. Honestly you guys weren't ready when you launched the appmore -
Not great
May 11, 2018 I agree with the other reviews. App is not great. Is has great potential however. Too many poor streaming experiences to my apple tv. Lots of freezing and stuttering. Wish it worked better. Also, apple tv app is still missing which is a massive gap from a development point of view. 6 May review: After the update for the previous version i could for the first time since using the app airplay an entire episode without constant buffering / freezing etc. So step in right direction. However it was inconsistent. Sometimes it worked and other times i could not even airplay anything. Lets see what this latest version does. 11 May review: Yup. Back to the old days. Cannot airply to apple tv without constant freezing / stuttering / no sound etc. Cannot even watch properly on lowest quality setting on my phone. Showmax works perfectly, maybe learn from them?more -
Feb 14, 2021 I rate is app zero. It keeps saying "something went wrong please wait and try again in few minutes" when I'm trying to watch my shows. Even after minutes no difference. I saw a couple of other reviews and I've noticed that Multichoice doesn't even care about the reviews coz it seem like an automated computer at times is responding to most reviews. Don't direct me to live chat just write a solution here so others who are experiencing the same problem can be help.more -
Feb 12, 2021 I can give this app a negative 5 stars really. I have been trying to activate this app since it became available. When I want to link my account on the app. It takes me to a page where it asks me for email or phone number. I have selected both on separate occasions but the same think happens... What happens is that I get an OTP to verify my DStv account. Then the endless struggle of "Something went wrong" appears. Been happening for 4 years now. Over and over.more -
Listed on US app store, but not available to US residents.
Sep 27, 2020 US residents are not able to subscribe to DSTV due to broadcasting rights not available outside of Africa. It’s really disappointing because I, for one truly enjoy African programming and sure there’s plenty more according to the reviews that feel the same way. So with that in mind, I have a question. The US Market could bring more revenue to you guys if expanded to more countries/continents. Knowing the broadcasting rights are an issue, how would your company go about getting those broadcasting rights outside of Africa to allow people like myself to subscribe? Thank you and hopefully you guys would consider expanding in the near future.more
What’s Groovy
I have been experiencing this for a while now where my DStv now app does not work properly some times there is no catch feature and only certain programmes being displayed only local South African channels. I have logged out and logged back in but nothing helps.
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What’s Subpar
I have to logout and re-login everytime I want to use the app, else it won't show me any channel. It's either I logout or clear the app data and relogin again. I can't even download any program to watch later cos I have to logout and login everyrime I want to use the app. And the annoying part now is that I tried the same thing today and it wouldn't still load the channels. What sort of bug is this? And this has been going on for the past 3 or 4 updates now. This needs to be fixed!
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Getting frustrated
Usually I love this app and being able to watch on the go, but lately it is starting it be unstable. Almost every week now out of nowhere and doing nothing out of the ordinary, I get a message that says I have reached my streaming limit of two devices at the same time, and I must dergister from one to continue watching. I have to go out the app entirely and wait at least an hour until I can get back in to carry on watching. This is despite me only watching through the app on one device at the time, never mind that you can have up to five devices connected. Logging out and in again or reinstalling the app doesn't work, and I just have to wait. Not sure what is going on with the stability of the app, but what's the point if you can't count on it to watch your shows. -
The app very helpful, specially for catching up on missed episodes. The only problem I have is the number of catchup videos allowed to be downloaded by my device. I have only one device, of which currently I have 3 videos that are downloaded for offline viewing. However the device shows that I have downloaded 25 videos already, which is a problem I am still having trouble fixing, I also tried getting help from the live chat, they couldn't resolve this matter
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3 stars: I do occasionally get the video authorisation error which seems to be fixed whenever I connect to Zamtel WiFi network (MTN doesn't when the error appears; never tried with Airtel). I have also learnt that reducing the video quality averts the video lagging problem. It still needs more work by my account. Nevertheless, I do enjoy it for the better times it doesn't malfunction. Kudos.
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Lacking functionality
A few basics they need to get right: 1. Give people the ability to remove something from their suggested lists. I don’t want to watch Isidingo or Masterchef, give the user the functionality to remove that from their suggestions and keep it off. If I change my mind, I can go find it. 2. Improve algorithms to match shows ‘You may be interested in’. So I watch action, now I may be interested in Masterchef. I watch sport, now I may be interested in Masterchef. I watch comedy, now I may be interested in Masterchef. You get the point? If what I watch has no bearing on what you show here, then just remove this whole section because it seems more that promoted shows are put there than what I actually watch. 3. Allow users to set the picture quality and subsequent download size based on connection. For WiFi connections, I want HD but for mobile connections I want a lower quality. The user has to manually change this if they so want to. Generally, a lot of potential, definitely some easy improvements can be made which will make this an easy 4-5 Star app (from a functionality perspective). -
Good idea but terrible execution
The overall idea of the app is superb. However, the point is to have the same programs as the ones available on the decoder I suppose? This is not the case. Many shows are blocked on the app due the DSTV not having permission to show them which defeats the essence of the app. Second issue is the fact that many times they jump to the next show while the current show is still running. I guess they set the show sequence based on time no matter if the show started or ended late causing us to miss a chunk of minutes of shows. -
The app is much better now on the android box. There are items in the recently watched tab and the menu of channels comes up while i watch. Dont have to exit and go to another channel. Only thing to fix now is catch up. It keeps buffering and image jumps from hd to sd and then gets pixelated. Took me 48 minutes to watch a 30 minute episode with all the buffering. I think it wil also be nice if we can have a tv guide on the tv/android box app. Missed a few live games...
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Super Upgrades
This app was practically unusable for a few years, but now works perfectly I’d say. You can watch live tv, download to your tablet, make updates to your account, etc. as a Nigeria user. I’m not sure you can pay subscriptions via the app. Not tried that yet. This should be a 5* review, but as a frequent traveler outside the African continent, I am not able to watch anything outside Africa. That’s a BIG problem for me. Fix that and you have my 5* -
It is great but the apps tells me I can't download any videos as I have exceeded the limit of 25 videos. The app did not mention the limit before downloading videos and still does not allow me to download at least up go 5 videos with that reminder, even though I have deleted all the previous downloaded videos.
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Left Dstv years ago, love the streaming service. Back now and the App is great. Affordability is an issue and it won't do well if the Premium streaming package is not reduced in some form. Would like to see BoxOffice on the App for mobile users sooner and the ability to ge set notifications for when favorite shows start. But all round well done.
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Poor app
After down loading this app on my iPad and Apple TV post the press release there is constant freezing and buffering. The error message of something went wrong please try again later is the only thing that seems to work.
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Logging in issues
The logging in can be cumbersome at times. -
Ratings
Erica Nlewedim made me download this app. -
Erica sent me
Stargirl said we should download this app. I hope I can get some content here in the US. I miss home. -
Great
Really great app. All you need is a good inter access.Big ups. -
DSTV
Enjoying DSTV programs on my palm!! -
Great
Great -
UPDATE
Please can the next update allow us to watch videos while we use other apps -
Log out in all device
Please fix this bug When i hit logout from all device it doesn't work. They can still usee the app without permission What I mean is once i hit that log out from all other devices it should log them out -
This App is good
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Nice
Nice
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Left Dstv years ago, love the streaming service. Back now and the App is great. Affordability is an issue and it won't do well if the Premium streaming package is not reduced in some form. Would like to see BoxOffice on the App for mobile users sooner and the ability to ge set notifications for when favorite shows start. But all round well done.
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Poor app
After down loading this app on my iPad and Apple TV post the press release there is constant freezing and buffering. The error message of something went wrong please try again later is the only thing that seems to work. -
DStv Now
Thank you for the good and quality service which you provide to your customers. We are truly grateful. I’m never bored with DSTV now with or without electricity, I still enjoy watching my favorite shows on my mobile. Thank you Multichoice .Please keep it up. 👍 . -
Digital excellence
This is the Netflix of entertainment for Africa. I’m happy to be able to access this platform on my second TV set without the need for an extra decoder. Keep up the good work and always push new updates to remain relevant. -
Update is very bad
I updated my app yesterday and it’s always saying connection error pls do something about it I updated again now the app is just showing Chanel 100 what might be the problem -
App Not Working
I can’t view all my channels. It keeps bringing out channel 100 only. I have called your customer care and sent several mails all to no avail. This issue has been going on for several months -
Not all my paid up channels are showing on my devices
I paid compact plus but only DStv channel 100 is showing on the app. Why and what’s the solution so that all other channels start showing? -
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This app is horrible it’s always saying error when I try to use it , if I want to log in error or check your network and try again later, it hangs too😒😒 -
Latest update is buggy
I’ve been having troubles streaming since the latest updates. Have very fast internet but can’t stream. Only catchup works. Please see to it, thanks! -
Change to not support IOS 9
We still have old iPads that can not upgrade to later versions. New upgrade is not working
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The app is much better now on the android box. There are items in the recently watched tab and the menu of channels comes up while i watch. Dont have to exit and go to another channel. Only thing to fix now is catch up. It keeps buffering and image jumps from hd to sd and then gets pixelated. Took me 48 minutes to watch a 30 minute episode with all the buffering. I think it wil also be nice if we can have a tv guide on the tv/android box app. Missed a few live games...
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Super Upgrades
This app was practically unusable for a few years, but now works perfectly I’d say. You can watch live tv, download to your tablet, make updates to your account, etc. as a Nigeria user. I’m not sure you can pay subscriptions via the app. Not tried that yet. This should be a 5* review, but as a frequent traveler outside the African continent, I am not able to watch anything outside Africa. That’s a BIG problem for me. Fix that and you have my 5* -
It is great but the apps tells me I can't download any videos as I have exceeded the limit of 25 videos. The app did not mention the limit before downloading videos and still does not allow me to download at least up go 5 videos with that reminder, even though I have deleted all the previous downloaded videos.
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Not bad, but...
...not quite there yet, either. Let’s start with my biggest gripe - and this is a problem with all of DSTV’s digital offerings, including Showmax - why on earth must we be limited to running the app on a small number of devices? With intricate rules governing how often devices can be added or removed? Just do what Netflix and Prime TV and so on do: Limit the number of concurrent streams to two or three, but don’t limit the number of devices please. Other than that, the ability to remove items from suggestions would be great. Overall the app is getting better and better, though it lacks just a little bit of polish. -
Much better than before
App works well, really love it. The only thing I have an issue with is that the video quality option doesn’t work, when I set it in both the profile and video it will always pushes out the max quality which kills the download speed. -
Love this app. Except there's a bug in the latest update. On my Xiaomi mi tv box when I go to 'All channels' and select a channel to watch then if I go back it takes me to 'Recently Watched Channels' instead of taking me back to the list of all Channels left on the channel I had last selected.
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Log out in all device
Please fix this bug When i hit logout from all device it doesn't work. They can still usee the app without permission What I mean is once i hit that log out from all other devices it should log them out -
The app is not stable sometimes I can’t watch live tv on it
The app is not stable sometimes I can’t watch live tv on it I try my best to delete the app and download again but still the same thing -
Decent app
Not the most intuitive to navigate. A little busy on screen, but once you understand it, it's got everything you need -
Getting better and better
It’s good bringing entertainment to our doorstep. You don’t need to be at home alone to enjoy ur services but everywhere you go. Thanks and keep the good work.
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Getting frustrated
Usually I love this app and being able to watch on the go, but lately it is starting it be unstable. Almost every week now out of nowhere and doing nothing out of the ordinary, I get a message that says I have reached my streaming limit of two devices at the same time, and I must dergister from one to continue watching. I have to go out the app entirely and wait at least an hour until I can get back in to carry on watching. This is despite me only watching through the app on one device at the time, never mind that you can have up to five devices connected. Logging out and in again or reinstalling the app doesn't work, and I just have to wait. Not sure what is going on with the stability of the app, but what's the point if you can't count on it to watch your shows. -
The app very helpful, specially for catching up on missed episodes. The only problem I have is the number of catchup videos allowed to be downloaded by my device. I have only one device, of which currently I have 3 videos that are downloaded for offline viewing. However the device shows that I have downloaded 25 videos already, which is a problem I am still having trouble fixing, I also tried getting help from the live chat, they couldn't resolve this matter
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3 stars: I do occasionally get the video authorisation error which seems to be fixed whenever I connect to Zamtel WiFi network (MTN doesn't when the error appears; never tried with Airtel). I have also learnt that reducing the video quality averts the video lagging problem. It still needs more work by my account. Nevertheless, I do enjoy it for the better times it doesn't malfunction. Kudos.
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Lacking functionality
A few basics they need to get right: 1. Give people the ability to remove something from their suggested lists. I don’t want to watch Isidingo or Masterchef, give the user the functionality to remove that from their suggestions and keep it off. If I change my mind, I can go find it. 2. Improve algorithms to match shows ‘You may be interested in’. So I watch action, now I may be interested in Masterchef. I watch sport, now I may be interested in Masterchef. I watch comedy, now I may be interested in Masterchef. You get the point? If what I watch has no bearing on what you show here, then just remove this whole section because it seems more that promoted shows are put there than what I actually watch. 3. Allow users to set the picture quality and subsequent download size based on connection. For WiFi connections, I want HD but for mobile connections I want a lower quality. The user has to manually change this if they so want to. Generally, a lot of potential, definitely some easy improvements can be made which will make this an easy 4-5 Star app (from a functionality perspective). -
Good idea but terrible execution
The overall idea of the app is superb. However, the point is to have the same programs as the ones available on the decoder I suppose? This is not the case. Many shows are blocked on the app due the DSTV not having permission to show them which defeats the essence of the app. Second issue is the fact that many times they jump to the next show while the current show is still running. I guess they set the show sequence based on time no matter if the show started or ended late causing us to miss a chunk of minutes of shows. -
Every time I want to watch a match that I missed on catch up, the first ad will keep buffering till eternity. Even with wifi. So I won't be able to watch what I missed. Really frustrating
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It was something new in the beginning, now its re broadcasts the one after the other. When you say brand new, we all new its a lie. The best is when the speech and mouths does not corresponds. The latest is looking at a program for instance on 186 ,witch is History but the name of the content you are watching is history. You have no way to find out what is the next program is going to be , except going rite out of the viewing.
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TV Guide
For about a week now the Tv Guide isn’t working. It tells you try in a few minutes or later but when u wait and try again it’s the same message you get. It’s very bad because you want to put certain programs on remind to get the timing right. Pls fix it. -
Nothing plays now!! Upgrades resulted in constant ERRORS
Constant “something went wrong on our end” errors! Using live chat is pointless!!! I have talked to over 20 people online and still nothing works!! -
The play button is always cancel
The play button is always cancel and saying I can’t watch this program due to some right content or some sort. Pls what can I do?
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I think multichoice DSTV is making and worried about us as customers. This app is totally useless. Always buffering you can't enjoy any thing. I first thought it was network provider, I then switched to other network providers to check. I then realize its the app that has the problem. Honestly you guys weren't ready when you launched the app
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Great app apart from the inability to cast from my iPhone to Chromecast
The app is great in that I can watch anything on the go and the video quality is excellent. It is very easy to use and streams quite consistently. I just don’t know why I can’t seem to cast the app to chromecast. I constantly get the message on my tv screen; sorry, there was a problem playing the video. All the while the cast icon on the top right of my screen is still connected to chromecast. Would like any suggestions from the developer as how to resolve this. Since this is a feature the app has I am disappointed it doesn’t work as it limits what I would like to do that is the reason for my rating. I understand everyone has different uses and if one wants to primarily just stream on the phone or other handheld devices then this does just that brilliantly. -
Not great
I agree with the other reviews. App is not great. Is has great potential however. Too many poor streaming experiences to my apple tv. Lots of freezing and stuttering. Wish it worked better. Also, apple tv app is still missing which is a massive gap from a development point of view. 6 May review: After the update for the previous version i could for the first time since using the app airplay an entire episode without constant buffering / freezing etc. So step in right direction. However it was inconsistent. Sometimes it worked and other times i could not even airplay anything. Lets see what this latest version does. 11 May review: Yup. Back to the old days. Cannot airply to apple tv without constant freezing / stuttering / no sound etc. Cannot even watch properly on lowest quality setting on my phone. Showmax works perfectly, maybe learn from them? -
I rate is app zero. It keeps saying "something went wrong please wait and try again in few minutes" when I'm trying to watch my shows. Even after minutes no difference. I saw a couple of other reviews and I've noticed that Multichoice doesn't even care about the reviews coz it seem like an automated computer at times is responding to most reviews. Don't direct me to live chat just write a solution here so others who are experiencing the same problem can be help.
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I can give this app a negative 5 stars really. I have been trying to activate this app since it became available. When I want to link my account on the app. It takes me to a page where it asks me for email or phone number. I have selected both on separate occasions but the same think happens... What happens is that I get an OTP to verify my DStv account. Then the endless struggle of "Something went wrong" appears. Been happening for 4 years now. Over and over.
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Listed on US app store, but not available to US residents.
US residents are not able to subscribe to DSTV due to broadcasting rights not available outside of Africa. It’s really disappointing because I, for one truly enjoy African programming and sure there’s plenty more according to the reviews that feel the same way. So with that in mind, I have a question. The US Market could bring more revenue to you guys if expanded to more countries/continents. Knowing the broadcasting rights are an issue, how would your company go about getting those broadcasting rights outside of Africa to allow people like myself to subscribe? Thank you and hopefully you guys would consider expanding in the near future. -
Everytime I want to use my Dstv app to watch a show. I actually have to delete my app reinstall it then resign in then I can literally only watch one show. Then I have to repeat the hole process why is this happening? I never had this problem just all of a sudden in the last week this is happening and it is quite frustrating. Can you please assist me cause I actually did like the app
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Live sport streaming a complete shocker
You would think that naspers, as a self professed internet company, would have half an idea how to use elastic cloud servers to meet demand when everyone logs into watch a live event.... but clearly not... the app spends more time trying to buffer and change resolutions that actually showing the content that it makes the experience a complete insult to us as consumers. Trying to watch the sa vs japan game was so bad. If that is best streaming service this company has to offer I am shorting the stock first thing tomorrow morning at the opening bell. A complete travesty of an app and a service! Avoid like a jacob zuma Julius malema ethics conference! -
The need for a rate and review is really annoying and the subsequent pop ups to rate the app is even worse. Please add a "Never" for some people who don't want to rate anything. You only have one app and people have to either use it or not... the millions of downloads should be enough approval don't you think
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App makes it Easy to steal DSTV
Someone had access to my login details and has set up 3 devices under my account without my permission. I keep removing the devices but as the app never asks you to login (even AFTER password has been changed to a new one). I have no way of preventing the theft of my DSTV. Cannot believe our privacy and security of our accounts are treated so poorly and that DSTV makes it so easy for people to connect for free! As long as they never log out they can continue to connect previously paid devices to my account. Mind boggling that DSTV programming allows this.
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App keeps crashing
The app keeps crashing while watching live tv on my smart TV so decided to watch on on the iPad ... also keeps crashing. Very disappointed. -
Horrible service.
You guys need to wake up from your terrible night. Your app is worse than a pig in a muddy water. -
No Internet Connection???
I’m so confused it says “Please check your internet connection and try again.” when my internet is perfect??? -
I am only able to view two channels
I am only able to view two channels -
Trash
Works when it feels like it, and that's not often. Buffers and stutters, then freezes constantly. Have to keep restarting it. A nightmare when viewing live sport. At times it doesn't load movie from last viewed point. Have to scrub from 0:00. Has no Currently Watching row to get you back to the movie you were watching - you have to search for it. So many more problems By 2021 standards this app is garbage and a huge source of frustration. Multichoice, do better. -
Nothing being displayed in my account
No channel is being displayed in my account -
Alot of work
Your app needs a lot of work, episodes are not updated early it freezes and you can hear voices and sometimes just won’t connect -
Connectivity
I just downloaded the app and claims that I don’t have internet connection when I try to open it. -
Work on the catchup visual quality
He developer. I want to know why I can’t seem to play anything on catchup without the movie breaking and just stay stagnant or even blank but the audio doesn’t!! This happens every single time I try catching up on any movie at series. It’s quite frustrating
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Great app apart from the inability to cast from my iPhone to Chromecast
The app is great in that I can watch anything on the go and the video quality is excellent. It is very easy to use and streams quite consistently. I just don’t know why I can’t seem to cast the app to chromecast. I constantly get the message on my tv screen; sorry, there was a problem playing the video. All the while the cast icon on the top right of my screen is still connected to chromecast. Would like any suggestions from the developer as how to resolve this. Since this is a feature the app has I am disappointed it doesn’t work as it limits what I would like to do that is the reason for my rating. I understand everyone has different uses and if one wants to primarily just stream on the phone or other handheld devices then this does just that brilliantly. -
Everytime I want to use my Dstv app to watch a show. I actually have to delete my app reinstall it then resign in then I can literally only watch one show. Then I have to repeat the hole process why is this happening? I never had this problem just all of a sudden in the last week this is happening and it is quite frustrating. Can you please assist me cause I actually did like the app
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Only in AFRICA???
I lived my whole life in Nigeria and recently just moved to the US and I want to keep watching the Nigerian shows I usually watch and also the Bollywood shows on Zee world. Now that being said I tried to sign up so I could continue watching my beloved shows, instead of me chilling right now and watching Zee world, I find out that it’s not available for people outside of Africa and that is extremely heartbreaking and disappointing -
I love being able to watch while on the go, but considering I pay quite a lot of money for my DStv subscription, why am I forced to watch TWO adverts for catch-up titles??!! And there is no way to disable this. No other service show ads to paying subscribers.
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Schedule recording from app unavailable
Why don’t I have the remote recording button on my app. I used to have in the past but now I don’t. I tried deleting app and its data, logging in again, etc but it does not appear. I am losing money paying access fee as this is one feature I need. Advice. For this and a crappy customer care, I give a two. -
App not working on VPN
I’ve spent hours waiting for someone to assist on LiveChat and problem is still not solved. It worked erratically for a while, now refuses to stream via app or browser when on VPN. I travel a lot and it’s hugely frustrating to pay all that subscription and not have access to shows etc when outside the country. What’s going on?? -
Work on the catchup visual quality
He developer. I want to know why I can’t seem to play anything on catchup without the movie breaking and just stay stagnant or even blank but the audio doesn’t!! This happens every single time I try catching up on any movie at series. It’s quite frustrating -
Picture freezes
When you pause and unpause a movie, the picture freezes and all you hear is the sound. Restarted my iPhone and even reduced the picture quality in settings but the problem still persists. -
Useless app of late.
Used to work well when I first downloaded it. Now often don’t watch anything, I keep missing football matches when ever I am on the go because this useless app keeps saying try again later. -
No go???
The app works only where DStv is available. I am confused, as far as my subscription is current, it must work anywhere as far as there’s internet. Why limit it? And what’s is the meaning of DStv on the go then??
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I think multichoice DSTV is making and worried about us as customers. This app is totally useless. Always buffering you can't enjoy any thing. I first thought it was network provider, I then switched to other network providers to check. I then realize its the app that has the problem. Honestly you guys weren't ready when you launched the app
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Not great
I agree with the other reviews. App is not great. Is has great potential however. Too many poor streaming experiences to my apple tv. Lots of freezing and stuttering. Wish it worked better. Also, apple tv app is still missing which is a massive gap from a development point of view. 6 May review: After the update for the previous version i could for the first time since using the app airplay an entire episode without constant buffering / freezing etc. So step in right direction. However it was inconsistent. Sometimes it worked and other times i could not even airplay anything. Lets see what this latest version does. 11 May review: Yup. Back to the old days. Cannot airply to apple tv without constant freezing / stuttering / no sound etc. Cannot even watch properly on lowest quality setting on my phone. Showmax works perfectly, maybe learn from them? -
I rate is app zero. It keeps saying "something went wrong please wait and try again in few minutes" when I'm trying to watch my shows. Even after minutes no difference. I saw a couple of other reviews and I've noticed that Multichoice doesn't even care about the reviews coz it seem like an automated computer at times is responding to most reviews. Don't direct me to live chat just write a solution here so others who are experiencing the same problem can be help.
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I can give this app a negative 5 stars really. I have been trying to activate this app since it became available. When I want to link my account on the app. It takes me to a page where it asks me for email or phone number. I have selected both on separate occasions but the same think happens... What happens is that I get an OTP to verify my DStv account. Then the endless struggle of "Something went wrong" appears. Been happening for 4 years now. Over and over.
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Listed on US app store, but not available to US residents.
US residents are not able to subscribe to DSTV due to broadcasting rights not available outside of Africa. It’s really disappointing because I, for one truly enjoy African programming and sure there’s plenty more according to the reviews that feel the same way. So with that in mind, I have a question. The US Market could bring more revenue to you guys if expanded to more countries/continents. Knowing the broadcasting rights are an issue, how would your company go about getting those broadcasting rights outside of Africa to allow people like myself to subscribe? Thank you and hopefully you guys would consider expanding in the near future. -
Live sport streaming a complete shocker
You would think that naspers, as a self professed internet company, would have half an idea how to use elastic cloud servers to meet demand when everyone logs into watch a live event.... but clearly not... the app spends more time trying to buffer and change resolutions that actually showing the content that it makes the experience a complete insult to us as consumers. Trying to watch the sa vs japan game was so bad. If that is best streaming service this company has to offer I am shorting the stock first thing tomorrow morning at the opening bell. A complete travesty of an app and a service! Avoid like a jacob zuma Julius malema ethics conference! -
The need for a rate and review is really annoying and the subsequent pop ups to rate the app is even worse. Please add a "Never" for some people who don't want to rate anything. You only have one app and people have to either use it or not... the millions of downloads should be enough approval don't you think
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App makes it Easy to steal DSTV
Someone had access to my login details and has set up 3 devices under my account without my permission. I keep removing the devices but as the app never asks you to login (even AFTER password has been changed to a new one). I have no way of preventing the theft of my DSTV. Cannot believe our privacy and security of our accounts are treated so poorly and that DSTV makes it so easy for people to connect for free! As long as they never log out they can continue to connect previously paid devices to my account. Mind boggling that DSTV programming allows this. -
Unreliable Casting From App. When I cast from the App to my Chromecast after a while it has picture but the sound doesn't sync correctly. Happens every time, takes just a few minutes for the problem to occur. Happens to every Chromecast in our house, and different Chromecast models. But when I cast from Chrome Browser on my PC to my Chromecast, it casts with Bitmovin Player V7.1 and it works perfectly for the whole day? All software up to date and updates applied on phones, apps etc.
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No response as yet on functional issues
While the availability of streaming TV on demand is important, Multichoice have still not addressed issues previously raised on the crash of the DSTV Now service (2nd week of May). This is paid for, as part of your premium package, but DSTV do not offer a service to meet your demands for viewing when you want and have a monopoly on this, which is not fair (I have missed live sporting events due to DSTV Now service crashes, and nothing has been done to make up for this). As such their customer service and reliability make me rate this a 1.
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