Comparison

Infuse vs Video Player HD

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

Head to head
About

Infuse

A versatile video player that supports a vast array of formats and streaming options. Enjoy smooth playback, HDR, and Dolby audio, with integrated subtitle downloads and Trakt sync. Stream content from various devices and cloud services without conversion.

Highlights
  • Plays virtually any video format
  • Stream from Mac, PC, NAS, and cloud services
  • Supports HDR, Dolby Vision, and Dolby/DTS audio
  • Integrated subtitle downloads
  • Trakt 2-way sync
  • AirPlay & Google Cast support
Features
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Ignite your video content with Infuse – the beautiful way to watch almost any video format on your iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Mac, and Vision. No need to convert files! Infuse is optimized for iOS 27, with powerful streaming options, Trakt sync, and unmatched AirPlay & subtitle support. Gorgeous interface. Precise controls. And silky-smooth playback. - PLAY MORE VIDEO TYPES A powerful video player that plays just about anything, including MP4, MKV, M4V and MOV – plus many others. Includes support for HDR, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, plus Dolby and DTS audio. - STREAM FROM OTHER DEVICES Browse and play videos stored on your Mac, PC, NAS, Wi-Fi hard drive, apps like Plex, Emby, and Jellyfin, or from cloud services like Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, Box, pCloud, Yandex.Disk, MEGA, Aliyun Drive, and others – no syncing required! - AIRPLAY & GOOGLE CAST OPTIONS Stream a wide variety of videos types such as MKV, MP4, M4V, and others over AirPlay & Google Cast with full surround sound and subtitles. - TRAKT 2-WAY SYNC Connect with Trakt to sync watched history, submit ratings and post comments. - OPTIMIZED SUBTITLES POWERED BY OPENSUBTITLES Bring your own subtitles, or download them on the fly (for free) in virtually any language. ===== “Looks great, plays anything you throw at it...surprisingly powerful” - Lifehacker “The best media player for iPhone and iPad...superior to VLC.” - Cult of Mac “I can't give the UI high enough praise. It's great.” - 9to5Mac “I see no reason whatsoever to remove Infuse from my Home screen anytime soon.” - iDownloadBlog “A beautiful UI.” - Trakt co-founder “A mini Kodi!” - Infuse user ===== MORE THAN JUST A PRETTY FACE THE BASICS - Silky-smooth video player (plays full 4K w/ HDR & Dolby Vision) - Stream from a Mac, PC, NAS or Wi-Fi enabled hard drive - Connect with Plex, Emby, Jellyfin, Kodi (XBMC), WMC and other media servers - Beautiful layout with quick access to video info - Artwork and metadata added automatically - Split View & PIP - Spatial audio SUPPORTED FORMATS - Video: 33GP, AVI, AV1, ASF, BDMV, DIVX, DVDMEDIA, DVR-MS, FLV, H.264 (AVC), H.265 (HEVC), ISO/IMG, M4V, MKV, MOV, MP4, MPEG, MTS/M2TS, MXF, OGM, OGV, RMVB, TS, VC1, VIDEO_TS, VOB, VP9, WEBM, WMV, WTV - Audio: AAC, AC3/E-AC3, DOLBY TRUEHD, DTS, DTS-HD MA, FLAC, MP3, OGG, PCM, WMA - Subtitles: DVB, DVDSUB, MICRODVD, MPL2, PGS, SMI, SSA/ASS, SRT, SUB, SUP, TIMED TEXT, TXT, VOBSUB, VTT, XSUB PLAYER FEATURES - Multiple audio tracks - Chapters - Gesture controls - 8 video zoom options - Continuous playback - TV out via HDMI or VGA adapter - Deinterlacing EXTRAS - Folders - One-click subtitle downloads from OpenSubtitles - Scrobble plays to Trakt - Download videos from networked devices - Drag and drop uploads via web browser - Get extra onboard storage with SanDisk iXpand and other USB drives GET MORE WITH INFUSE PRO! - Play even more video formats - Stream video trailers for movies and TV shows - Enjoy high-resolution Dolby® and DTS® audio - Access videos stored in cloud services like Dropbox, Google Drive, Box, OneDrive, pCloud, Yandex.Disk, MEGA, Aliyun Drive, and more - Stream a wide variety of video types over AirPlay and Google Cast - Sync libraries, settings, watched history, and playback progress between devices ==== Note: DRM-protected movies & TV shows purchased from the iTunes store are not supported. Metadata and artwork provided by TMDB, which is a community maintained movie and TV show database. ==== Infuse Pro is available as a optional subscription, and includes a free trial period that begins once your purchase has been confirmed with your iTunes Account. When the trial period concludes, your subscription will start and renew automatically. Your iTunes Account will be charged for the upcoming period unless you disable auto-renew or cancel your subscription in your Account Settings at least 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Visit firecore.com/terms-privacy for full terms and privacy policy.

About

Video Player HD

This app offers a high-quality video playback experience with advanced editing tools. Users can trim, merge, add watermarks, convert videos to GIFs, and extract audio, all within an intuitive interface. It's designed for creators and everyday users to enhance their video content.

Highlights
  • High-quality video playback
  • Trim and crop videos
  • Merge multiple video clips
  • Add watermarks and effects
  • Convert videos to GIFs
  • Extract MP3 audio
  • Adjust playback speed
Features
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Video Player HD - Video Editor is a smart and convenient video player that makes you feel like you are enjoying an unprecedented audiovisual experience! High-quality video player. Unlock your video’s full potential with Video Player HD - Video Editor, the ultimate iOS video player and editor designed for creators, influencers, and everyday users. Whether you're trimming a clip, adding a watermark, or converting videos to GIFs, our easy-to-use tools give you full control over your content. We make sure that your file plays in the original resolution, optimizing the playback speed and efficiency of the encoding format file to achieve the best results. Enjoy high-quality videos that play smoothly Video Player HD - Video Editor uses the device's default decoder for decoding, which ensures video speed and efficiency so you can enjoy smoother, higher-quality videos. Outstanding sound effects Video Player HD - Video Editor with equalizer, bass boost, and stereo surround sound effect, makes you feel like you are in the cinema. Easy and convenient control Swipe the video screen to control volume, screen brightness, and playback progress. It is really easy and convenient for you to play your videos without troublesome conversion. Key Features: - Trim & Crop Videos
: Quickly cut unwanted parts or resize your video to focus on what matters most. - Merge Multiple Videos
: Combine clips seamlessly into one polished video. - Add Watermarks & Effects
: Protect your content with custom watermarks and enhance your footage using stunning video filters and effects. - Replace or Mute Audio
: Swap out background audio with your own track or mute it completely. - Extract MP3 Audio
: Convert any video to high-quality MP3 format in seconds. - Convert Videos to GIFs
: Create smooth, shareable GIFs from your favorite video moments. - Live Photo to Video
: Turn Live Photos into shareable videos effortlessly. - Reverse & Speed Control
: Play videos backward or adjust playback speed for slow-mo or time-lapse effects. - Compress Videos
: Shrink file sizes without losing quality—perfect for sharing and saving space. - Flip & Rotate
: Easily correct orientation or create mirror effects with a tap. Why Choose Video Player HD - Video Editor? * Intuitive and fast interface * High-quality video output * No watermark (optional) * Ideal for social media creators and video editors Download and enjoy the smooth playback experience of Video Player HD - Video Editor! Privacy Policy: https://glistensolution.com/Apps/App_Privacy.html Terms of use: https://glistensolution.com/Apps/App_TOS.html

Screenshots

Infuse4 screens
Video Player HD4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Infuse at none against Video Player HD's shown. Infuse also leads on ratings volume (29K vs 59) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). Video Player HD's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, 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. Infuse sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Video Player HD sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Infuse against 4.7 for Video Player HD. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Infuse has 29K ratings behind it against 59, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Infuse ships an update fortnightly, Video Player HD every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Infuse versus Video Player HD: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInfuseVideo Player HD
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (29K ratings)4.7 (59 ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings29K — better59
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#165 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Vision Pro — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS18.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size198 MB67 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFirecore, LLCParsottambhai Dhameliya

Customer experience

Infuse

All ratings28,510 ratings
Positive92.2%
Neutral2.1%
Negative5.7%
Written reviews2,708 reviews
Positive60.3%
Neutral8.1%
Negative31.6%

Video Player HD

All ratings59 ratings
Positive89.8%
Neutral5.1%
Negative5.1%

Bugs and requests

Infuse

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Frequent crashes and freezes
  • Connectivity issues with network shares
  • Playback problems with certain video formats
  • Sync issues between devices
  • Unreliable subtitle downloads

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to edit metadata manually
  • Support for more media file types (photos, music)
  • Improved TV show organization and episode handling
  • Picture-in-picture controls and gestures
  • Customizable library views and sorting options

Video Player HD

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Infuse

Subscriptions4
  • Infuse Pro - Monthly3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Infuse Pro - Monthly1 Month trial$1.991 Month
  • Infuse Pro - Yearly7 Days trial$16.991 Year
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  • Infuse Pro - Yearly1 Year trial$16.991 Year
One-time3
  • Dolby AudioFree
  • DTS AudioFree
  • Infuse Pro - Lifetime$99.99
3 purchases

Video Player HD

Subscriptions3
  • Subscription Weakly$4.997 Days
  • Subscription Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Subscription Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Infuse free?
Infuse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Video Player HD free?
Video Player HD is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Infuse or Video Player HD?
Video Player HD is rated higher. Infuse averages 4.7 out of 5 from 29K ratings, while Video Player HD averages 4.7 from 59 ratings.
Do Infuse or Video Player HD have ads?
Video Player HD shows ads; Infuse does not.
Which is updated more often, Infuse or Video Player HD?
Infuse ships an update fortnightly, and Video Player HD every 2 months. Most recently, Infuse was updated on November 9, 2026 and Video Player HD on November 3, 2026.

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