Vaahaka vs WAVES PB
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Vaahaka
Install this application to read all Dhivehi stories. It provides a platform for users to access and enjoy a collection of Dhivehi literature.
- Read Dhivehi stories
- Access Dhivehi literature
- Install to read stories
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Hurihaa dhivehi vaahakaeh ehthanakun kiyaalumah mi app install kollaa.
WAVES PB
This app offers a comprehensive entertainment experience, featuring a wide range of content from Indian culture and stories to trending shows and podcasts. It allows users to shop while streaming, play interactive games, and personalize their viewing with language and category preferences for seamless enjoyment anywhere.
- All-in-one OTT entertainment
- Shop while you stream
- Play and learn games/shows
- Personalized content recommendations
- Seamless streaming anywhere
- Variety of content: classics, trending, podcasts, sports, animation
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Introducing Waves OTT by Prasar Bharati – the app that’s got something for everyone! From the legacy of Akashvani and Doordarshan comes this all-in-one app, bringing the best of India’s entertainment, culture, and stories right to your phone. Whether you’re here for timeless classics, the latest trending content, or something fresh and fun, Waves has it all under one roof. Why you’ll love Waves: ● All-In-One OTT Entertainment From latest releases, trending content and podcasts to independent creator content, animation, and sports – whatever your taste, Waves has it covered! ● Shop While You Stream With CSC shopping built right into the app, discover curated finds and shop with a tap no need to leave the fun! ● Play & Learn Dive into games and shows for every interest. Waves makes entertainment informative and interactive. ● Personalized Just for You Set your language preference, explore categories that match your mood, and find exactly what you’re looking for with easy search tools. ● Seamless Streaming Anytime, Anywhere Waves OTT lets you stream without a hitch – whether you’re in a metro or in the countryside. Waves isn’t just an app – it’s your one-stop destination for everything India loves! Get ready to discover, enjoy, and experience India’s culture, entertainment, and stories in a whole new way. Download Waves OTT today and start exploring!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Vaahaka at 4.5 against WAVES PB's 3.7. Vaahaka also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). WAVES PB's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (18 vs 2). On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Vaahaka holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WAVES PB has 18 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Vaahaka ships an update every 2 months, WAVES PB monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Vaahaka | WAVES PB |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (2 ratings) — better | 3.7 (18 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 64.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 18 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 43 MB | 135 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Mohamed Ahsan | All India Radio |
Customer experience
Vaahaka
WAVES PB
In-app purchases
Vaahaka
No in-app purchases
WAVES PB
No in-app purchases
