# A&E Crime Central

> Entertainment

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1534755973](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1534755973)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1534755973`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** A+E Global Media
- **Category:** Entertainment
- **Rating:** 3.40 / 5 (185 ratings)
- **Version:** 11.2.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-02
- **First published:** 2021-03-01
- **Size:** 100 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-18
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/a-e-crime-central/id1534755973)
- **Website:** [https://www.aecrimecentral.com](https://www.aecrimecentral.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.aenetworks.com/consumer-privacy-policy](https://www.aenetworks.com/consumer-privacy-policy)

## Description

A&E Crime Central delivers ad-free access to A&E’s true crime documentaries and series. With over 1,500 titles, you can stream commercial-free, download episodes for offline viewing, and enjoy weekly additions on any device.

New subscribers get a 7-day free trial, with plans from $5.99/month or $59.99/year. Features include no commitments, My List for favorites, search, offline downloads, and iTunes billing. Note: streaming is available in the U.S. and U.S. Territories; terms and support are available via A&E services.

## Rankings

- #120,886 — Overall

## Review summary

Users like the true-crime content but consistently report serious reliability issues: incomplete libraries, subscription/login problems, playback crashes and missing features, and clunky navigation. Regional and device restrictions further frustrate. Overall, the app shows potential for true-crime enthusiasts but needs substantial stability and catalog improvements.

### Pros

- Appealing true-crime catalog with recognizable titles (e.g., The First 48, Cold Case Files) that many fans enjoy.
- Some reviewers report access to older episodes and a diverse range of series, which is a draw for fans.
- Video playback works for users when the app functions, providing usable viewing when not plagued by issues.

### Cons

- Incomplete library with missing seasons/episodes across shows.
- Paid subscriptions and login/sign-in problems prevent access across devices and may not reflect the purchase.
- Frequent playback reliability issues including crashes, freezes, and episodes restarting.
- Poor UI/UX with limited search, difficult navigation, and missing controls (no 10-second skip, no picture-in-picture).
- Platform compatibility and regional restrictions (US-only content, limited device support, AirPlay issues).

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1534755973)