Comparison

VideoBox vs Cloud Media Player

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

VideoBox

Stream and download videos directly from your cloud storage services like Dropbox and Google Drive. This app also offers video editing tools, file management, and secure playback options.

Highlights
  • Download and stream from cloud services
  • Network stream playback
  • Wi-Fi transfer
  • Video conversion
  • Trim, compress, reverse video
  • File and folder management
  • Passcode lock with biometrics
Features
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VideoBox is the all-in-one video downloader, media player and file manager for cloud storage services. Download, stream and organize your movies, TV shows and video clips — all in one app. Cloud Storage & Media Server: - Download and stream videos from iCloud Drive, Dropbox, Google Drive and OneDrive. - Browse and play from your Plex, Emby or Jellyfin media server. - Watch videos via DLNA, SMB, FTP, WebDAV and network streaming (M3U8/RTSP/RTMP). - Transfer files over Wi-Fi from your computer or other devices. Powerful Video Player: - Play any format: MP4, MKV, AVI, FLV, RMVB, MOV, 3GP, DIVX, H.264, HEVC and more. - Picture-in-Picture (PiP) and background audio playback. - Auto play next episode — perfect for binge watching. - Adjustable playback speed, subtitles (SRT/ASS) and audio track selection. Video Tools: - Built-in video converter — convert between formats easily. - Trim, compress and reverse video clips. File Manager: - Create folders, rename, move, copy and delete files with ease. - Import videos from the Files app, Photo Library or Camera Roll. - Save and export videos to your Photo Library. - iTunes File Sharing and USB transfer support. Privacy & Security: - Lock the app with Passcode, Touch ID or Face ID. - Keep your private videos safe and hidden. SUBSCRIPTION: Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the rate of the selected plan. Subscriptions and auto-renewal may be managed by going to Account Settings after purchase. Terms of Service: https://www.ipopapp.com/terms-of-service/ Privacy Policy: https://www.ipopapp.com/privacy-policy/

About

Cloud Media Player

Stream media files directly from popular cloud storage services without needing to download them first. Supports a wide range of video, audio, document, and image formats, with offline playback options.

Highlights
  • Cloud storage integration (Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox, Box, Put.io, WebDAV)
  • Direct streaming of media files
  • Offline download for later viewing
  • Supports video, audio, PDF, Office documents, and images
  • Gesture controls for media playback
  • Transcription features for audio/video
Features
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Cloud Media Player is a general player for contents stored in common cloud platforms without downloading them to device. The following cloud platforms supported: - Google Drive - One Drive - Dropbox - Box Cloud - Put.io - WebDAV compatible NAS In addition, when playing or viewing a file you can download it into local device to check it later when not connected to internet. The following media are currently supported: - Video Files (mov, mp4, m4v, mkv, flc, fli, avi, mwv, ts, m2ts and more) - Audio Files (mp3, mp4, wav, caf, aif, aiff, ...) - PDF Documents - Most Office Documents - Images Audio and Video players are equipped with special gestures for easy navigation and transcription. Enjoy.

Screenshots

VideoBox4 screens
Cloud Media Player4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: VideoBox at 4.5 against Cloud Media Player's 2.9. VideoBox also leads on ratings volume (140 vs 19) and review sentiment (33% vs 25%). Cloud Media Player's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (10.3 vs 14.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. VideoBox sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Cloud Media Player sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

VideoBox holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VideoBox has 140 ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of VideoBox's written reviews are positive against 25% of Cloud Media Player's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VideoBox ships an update every 6 months, Cloud Media Player every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and August 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
VideoBox versus Cloud Media Player: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVideoBoxCloud Media Player
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (140 ratings) — better2.9 (19 ratings)
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings140 — better19
Update frequencyEvery 6 months — betterEvery 9 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.010.3 — better
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB141 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYajing QianDayana Networks Ltd

Customer experience

VideoBox

All ratings140 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral6.4%
Negative8.6%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral8.3%
Negative58.3%

Cloud Media Player

All ratings19 ratings
Positive42.1%
Neutral15.8%
Negative42.1%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral37.5%
Negative37.5%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

VideoBox

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Weekly Subscription$0.997 Days
  • Pro Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
One-time1
  • Pro Upgrade$1.99
1 purchases

Cloud Media Player

One-time1
  • Upgrade to No Ad$1.99

Questions

Is VideoBox free?
VideoBox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cloud Media Player free?
Cloud Media Player is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, VideoBox or Cloud Media Player?
VideoBox is rated higher. VideoBox averages 4.5 out of 5 from 140 ratings, while Cloud Media Player averages 2.9 from 19 ratings.
Do VideoBox or Cloud Media Player have ads?
VideoBox shows ads; Cloud Media Player does not.
Which is updated more often, VideoBox or Cloud Media Player?
VideoBox ships an update every 6 months, and Cloud Media Player every 9 months. Most recently, VideoBox was updated on September 21, 2026 and Cloud Media Player on August 22, 2026.

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