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Three apps enter the ring: only one will take your favorite belt.
Read on and figure out which one fits your fan style before the bell rings.
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FightStream Hub
FightStream Hub has a head start by offering a menu that covers the four pillars of contact sports: boxing, MMA, muay thai, and kickboxing. Upon entering, users see a calendar already synced with their time zone, and with two taps, they can add events to Google Calendar or Apple Calendar. During the stream, a side panel displays jabs landed, low kicks landed, and ground control time, all updated to the second. If the event is a premium event, up to four additional cameras appear: overhead, red corner, blue corner, and crowd shot. Advertising is minimal—a 30-second spot before the fighters' introductions—and the "Spoiler-Free" mode hides results for those watching on a delayed basis. Weaknesses: Some fights from reputable promotions are only published 24 hours later, and while the interface is in Spanish, certain graphics remain in English.
CombatLive Free
Designed for mixed-media fans who live and breathe MMA, CombatLive Free streams emerging leagues from Central Europe, South America, and Southeast Asia. Its algorithm creates a personalized feed: you follow an athlete and receive notifications when they sign a contract or move up a weight class. Replay is instant; once a fight is over, a button lets you download the video in 720p for offline viewing. For stats freaks, the app exports all data in CSV format—perfect if you run a blog or do tactical analysis. Ads: 20 seconds between rounds, nothing more. However, it offers little boxing and no Muay Thai; if you're looking for variety, it falls short. Data saver mode reduces data usage by almost 40 Mbps, sacrificing some clarity but keeping the action fluid even on 3G.
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ArenaPlay GO
ArenaPlay GO blends action sports (skating, surfing) with a dedicated fight hub. For undecided viewers, this variety is golden: if an event is delayed, you can switch to watching parkour or BMX highlights without leaving the app. Its strong suit is its interactive ecosystem: moderated chat with emojis, live polls—Who won the round?—and reactions that float on screen, social media-style. The main broadcast is available in 4K on Smart TVs via Chromecast or Fire TV, and multi-camera replay is free. Its weak point is advertising: two 45-second blocks per fight, sometimes just as the minute's break begins. Furthermore, the boxing catalog is updated less frequently than its competitors.
Hand-to-hand comparison
| Key aspect | FightStream Hub | CombatLive Free | ArenaPlay GO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Variety of disciplines | Boxing, MMA, MT, K-1 | Almost exclusive MMA | Boxing, MMA + sports X |
| Average advertising | 1 × 30 s per event | 1 × 20 s between rounds | 2 × 45 s per combat |
| Multi-camera | 4 angles in premium | Only on replay | 4K in main events |
| Instant Replay | Yes (delayed 0-24 h) | Yes (download 720p) | Yes (4K on TV) |
| Exportable data | On-screen graphics | Downloadable CSV | Visuals only |
| Languages | Spanish, English, Portuguese | Spanish, English | Spanish, English |
| Data consumption | Adaptive auto | Saving mode 40 % | Adaptive + 4K option |
Intermediate conclusion:
- The fan looking for a balance between boxing and MMA will choose FightStream Hub, thanks to its multi-camera and instant statistics.
- Those who live glued to mixed arts, need downloads and value a minimum of ads will opt for CombatLive Free.
- If you enjoy alternating a right hook with a kickflip and don't mind longer ad breaks, ArenaPlay GO will be your favorite corner.
Scroll down to the final section to learn how to install, configure, and share your new ringside setup with the fan community.
