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Paramount+

by Paramount Global · Entertainment & Streaming · Video Streaming

Stream live sports, breaking news, and entertainment from CBS, BET, Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, and Paramount.

Quick Answer: Paramount+ has a verified Real Score of 3.4/5 based on 44,500 verified reviews, compared to its App Store rating of 4.4/5. Mixed reviews from verified users.

Real Score
3.4
out of 5.0

Real Score vs App Store Rating

App Store Rating

4.4
4.4

Includes unverified reviews

Verified Real Score

3.4
3.4

Based on 44,500 verified reviews

Gap Alert: Paramount+'s App Store rating is 1.0 points higher than its verified Real Score. This suggests that some store reviews may be inflated by fake or incentivized ratings.

Pros & Cons

What Users Love

  • NFL and soccer included
  • Nickelodeon for kids
  • Decent movie library
  • Affordable pricing

Common Complaints

  • Fewer originals than competitors
  • App performance issues
  • Content catalog feels thin
  • Uncertain future as service

Verified Reviews (20)

All reviews verified
GT
Greg Thompson Verified
🤖 Android
4.0

Sports make it worth it

Champions League soccer and NFL games through Paramount+ are excellent. The sports content alone justifies the subscription during football and soccer seasons.

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156 people found this helpful
JK
Jennifer Kim Verified
🍎 iOS
3.0

Content is thin outside sports

Remove the live sports and the content library is underwhelming. Few must-watch originals and the movie library rotates too frequently.

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178 people found this helpful
KF
Kevin Foster Verified
🤖 Android
3.0

App crashes during live events

The app has crashed during every major live sporting event Ive watched. During the Super Bowl the stream died. Inexcusable for a streaming service.

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234 people found this helpful
SW
Sarah Williams Verified
🍎 iOS
4.0

Great for kids with Nick content

SpongeBob, PAW Patrol, and the Nickelodeon library keeps my kids happy. Combined with our content its good family value.

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89 people found this helpful
MP
Marcus Park Verified
🤖 Android
3.0

Star Trek fans only?

If you love Star Trek, theres a lot here. Strange New Worlds is excellent. But if youre not a Trekkie the original content is limited.

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112 people found this helpful
RM
Rachel Morrison Verified
🍎 iOS
4.0

Affordable compared to competitors

At $5.99 with ads its one of the most affordable streaming options. Good value for what you get, especially with sports included.

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67 people found this helpful
TW
Tom Williams Verified
🤖 Android
2.0

Streaming quality is poor

The video quality and buffering issues are worse than any other major streamer. Even on fast internet the stream quality fluctuates. Technical inferiority.

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189 people found this helpful
EL
Emily Lee Verified
🍎 iOS
3.0

Movie library is decent

The Paramount movie library has some great classics and recent releases. Mission Impossible, Top Gun, and classic titles add solid movie value.

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78 people found this helpful
CF
Chris Foster Verified
🤖 Android
3.0

Uncertain future concerns me

With Paramount being acquired and merged, the future of this standalone service is unclear. Hard to commit to a platform that might not exist in a year.

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145 people found this helpful
NK
Nicole Kim Verified
🍎 iOS
4.0

CBS shows next day

Current CBS shows available next day is good for cord cutters. Survivor, NCIS, and other CBS staples keep CBS fans connected without cable.

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56 people found this helpful
DM
Dennis Morrison Verified
🤖 Android
3.0

Ads are too long

The ad-supported plan has very long ad breaks. Sometimes 3 minutes of ads at a time. The ad load is worse than Hulus basic plan.

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167 people found this helpful
AP
Amanda Park Verified
🍎 iOS
4.0

Yellowstone universe is compelling

The Yellowstone franchise (1883, 1923) is addictive television. The Western epic saga is Paramount+ signature content. Worth watching.

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134 people found this helpful
JW
Jason Williams Verified
🤖 Android
3.0

Comedy Central back catalog

Having South Park, Chappelles Show, and Comedy Central classics is a nice perk. The comedy archive has genuine value for comedy fans.

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89 people found this helpful
LC
Laura Chen Verified
🍎 iOS
2.0

Interface is confusing

The navigation between live TV, on-demand, and different brand sections is confusing. Finding what you want takes too many taps. Needs simplification.

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112 people found this helpful
DF
David Foster Verified
🤖 Android
3.0

Live news is a differentiator

Having CBS News live stream included adds a news element that entertainment-only streamers lack. Good for major news events.

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45 people found this helpful
SM
Sarah Morrison Verified
🍎 iOS
3.0

Needs more must-watch content

Outside Star Trek and Yellowstone, theres not much that demands immediate viewing. Needs more tentpole originals to justify keeping it year-round.

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98 people found this helpful
KL
Kevin Lee Verified
🤖 Android
4.0

Soccer coverage is excellent

Champions League and Europa League coverage is top-notch. For soccer fans this is essential. The studio analysis and commentary are professional quality.

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78 people found this helpful
RP
Rachel Park Verified
🍎 iOS
3.0

Cancel and resubscribe strategy

Not enough ongoing content to justify year-round subscription. Subscribe during sports seasons and cancel during off-months. Seasonal streaming.

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156 people found this helpful
TM
Tom Morrison Verified
🤖 Android
3.0

MTV and BET content is niche

The MTV and BET content adds variety but appeals to a specific demographic. Not everyone wants reality TV and music content. Know the audience.

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67 people found this helpful
EW
Emily Williams Verified
🍎 iOS
3.0

Middle of the pack streamer

Not the best, not the worst. Paramount+ is a solid mid-tier streaming option that some people will love for specific content (sports, Trek) but few will consider essential.

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112 people found this helpful

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Paramount+ FAQ

Is Paramount+ worth downloading in 2026?
Based on 44,500 verified reviews, Paramount+ has a Real Score of 3.4/5. It receives mixed reviews from verified users. Consider your specific needs before downloading.
What is Paramount+'s real rating without fake reviews?
Paramount+ has an App Store rating of 4.4/5, but our verified Real Score is 3.4/5. The 1.0-point gap suggests that some store reviews may be inflated by fake or incentivized ratings.
What do users like most about Paramount+?
The most commonly praised aspects are: NFL and soccer included, Nickelodeon for kids, Decent movie library.
What are the biggest complaints about Paramount+?
Common criticisms include: Fewer originals than competitors, App performance issues, Content catalog feels thin.
How does VerifiedAppReviews rate Paramount+?
Our Real Score of 3.4/5 is based on verified reviews only. We weigh review sentiment (40%), consistency (25%), verified usage (20%), and update frequency (15%) to calculate the score.

Last updated: April 2026