X Player vs PlayGridX
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
X Player
This media player offers robust privacy features, including password protection and secure file management. It supports universal video formats, subtitle integration, and convenient file transfer via WiFi or iTunes.
- Universal video format support
- Subtitle selection and loading
- WiFi video transmission
- iTunes file sharing
- Video password protection
- Gesture-based full-screen playback
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Cool video player, Focus privacy protection. Universal format, subtitle selection. WiFi transmit video, easy upload video from the computer into the phone; iTunes file sharing; Play iCloud video; Video password protection, easy to rename the file, easy to delete, multiple privacy protection; Full-screen play, gesture operation, simple interface, easy to operate. note: 1. The subtitle file and the media file need to have the same name, and the app will automatically recognize and load. 2. Files imported from iTunes can be seen after the file list is refreshed.
PlayGridX
This app is a professional-grade video player for Apple devices, supporting HD and 4K playback in various formats. It offers features like Picture-in-Picture, background playback, and customizable settings for an enhanced viewing experience.
- HD & 4K video playback
- Supports all major video formats
- Picture-in-Picture mode
- Background playback
- Subtitle support
- Customizable playback settings
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PlayGridX – HD & 4K Video Player PlayGridX is a professional-grade video player that transforms your iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV into a complete media hub. It supports all major video formats, including HD and 4K, delivering smooth, high-quality playback with effortless performance. Enjoy your favorite content anywhere with full subtitle support, Picture-in-Picture mode, and background playback for uninterrupted viewing. Customize your experience with dark mode themes and playback settings such as playback speed, mute options, and screen orientation control. PlayGridX works with a wide range of compatible media services. Users can sign in using credentials provided by any participating service or media source of their choice. Content access and availability are determined by the selected service provider, independent of PlayGridX. PlayGridX delivers a flexible, reliable, and high-performance viewing experience across all your Apple devices.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: PlayGridX at 4.7 against X Player's 3.4. PlayGridX also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and device support 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
Both are free to download. X Player sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PlayGridX asks for nothing beyond the download.
PlayGridX holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 30 and 12 respectively.
X Player ships an update every 4 months, PlayGridX every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | X Player | PlayGridX |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.4 (30 ratings) | 4.7 (12 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 25.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 30 — better | 12 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 55 MB | 120 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 小玲 白 | Myvue Design Llc |
Customer experience
X Player
PlayGridX
In-app purchases
X Player
- Permanently remove ads$2.99
PlayGridX
No in-app purchases
