# mysta(マイスタ) vs Pocketdols

The clearest difference is rating: Pocketdols at 3.9 against mysta(マイスタ)'s 2.0. Pocketdols also leads on ratings volume (8 vs 1). mysta(マイスタ)'s advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. mysta(マイスタ) sells 17 one-off in-app purchases and Pocketdols sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pocketdols holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pocketdols has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 37% of mysta(マイスタ)'s written reviews are positive against 33% of Pocketdols's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

mysta(マイスタ) ships an update every 3 weeks, Pocketdols every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | mysta(マイスタ) | Pocketdols |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mysta/id1317688414/reviews) | **[3.9 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocketdols/id1508701267/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **8** |
| Positive reviews | **37.3% of reviews** | 32.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 144 MB | 146 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [mysta Corp.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1317688413) | [neohago Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1339954315) |

## What reviewers say

### mysta(マイスタ)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mysta/id1317688414)

Watch daily videos from rising idols, comedians, and singers. Engage with talent through comments and support them to help them climb the rankings for more opportunities. Access exclusive content and interact with your favorite entertainers.

**Highlights:** Daily entertainment videos, Real-time fan communication, Talent ranking system, Support talent with items, Watch videos without registration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 260コイン | $1.99 | one-time |
| 520コイン | $1.99 | one-time |
| 540コイン | $3.99 | one-time |
| 1080コイン | $3.99 | one-time |
| 680コイン(キャンペーン中) | $4.99 | one-time |
| 830コイン | $5.99 | one-time |
| 1660コイン | $5.99 | one-time |
| 3240コイン | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1620コイン | $11.99 | one-time |
| 3120コイン(キャンペーン中) | $17.99 | one-time |
| 3330コイン | $19.99 | one-time |
| 6660コイン | $19.99 | one-time |
| 18660コイン | $49.99 | one-time |
| 9330コイン | $59.99 | one-time |
| 18420コイン(キャンペーン中) | $79.99 | one-time |
| 18330コイン | $99.99 | one-time |
| 36660コイン | $99.99 | one-time |


### Pocketdols

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocketdols/id1508701267)

Connect directly with K-POP idols through 1:1 messages, live broadcasts, and exclusive content. Receive personalized updates and send gifts to your favorite artists. Features auto-translation for global fans.

**Highlights:** 1:1 messages with artists, Live broadcasts with real-time interaction, Artist updates and feed engagement, Exclusive photocards and music playlists, Event schedules and locations, Send gifts to artists

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pocketdols Subscription Slot 1 | $2.99 | per month |
| Pocketdols Subscription Slot 2 | $2.99 | per month |
| Pocketdols Subscription Slot 3 | $2.99 | per month |
| Pocketdols Subscription Slot 4 | $2.99 | per month |
| Pocket x 14 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pocket x 28 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pocket x 42 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Pocket x 73 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pocket x 146 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Pocket x 292 | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is mysta(マイスタ) free?

mysta(マイスタ) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Pocketdols free?

Pocketdols is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, mysta(マイスタ) or Pocketdols?

Pocketdols is rated higher. mysta(マイスタ) averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Pocketdols averages 3.9 from 8 ratings.

### Do mysta(マイスタ) or Pocketdols have ads?

Both mysta(マイスタ) and Pocketdols show ads.

### Which is updated more often, mysta(マイスタ) or Pocketdols?

mysta(マイスタ) ships an update every 3 weeks, and Pocketdols every 10 days. Most recently, mysta(マイスタ) was updated on October 24, 2026 and Pocketdols on October 25, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*