Comparison

Dumplings Stickers Soft vs The Criterion Channel

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

Head to head
About

Dumplings Stickers Soft

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Download Dumplings Stickers and enjoy. How to Use and Install: -Tap the App Store button. -Tap Visit Store. -Browse the App Store and select an app or sticker pack to purchase or download. Customization of Stickers: -> Place stickers anywhere on your iMessages -> Customize your photos with stickers in chat -> Layer stickers over each other, in chat, and on photos - Scale & Rotate stickers.

About

The Criterion Channel

Access thousands of classic, foreign, art-house, and independent films, along with exclusive bonus features. Stream ad-free on multiple devices and download content for offline viewing. Discover curated collections and guest picks from renowned filmmakers.

Highlights
  • Thousands of classic and international films
  • Exclusive bonus features
  • Ad-free streaming
  • Offline viewing
  • Curated collections
  • Guest picks from filmmakers
  • High-quality video and surround sound
Features
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A movie lover’s dream, Criterion features exclusive new releases, classic films, and global discoveries, along with bonus features, all ad-free. Start watching today. WHAT YOU GET: - Access to thousands of films: major Hollywood hits alongside classic, foreign, art-house, and independent films from around the world - Special features no other streamer can match: audio commentaries, behind-the-scenes footage, new and archival interviews, introductions, and scholarly analysis - Original series: Adventures in Moviegoing, The Craft of Acting, and more - Guest picks from filmmakers like Spike Lee, Guillermo del Toro, Sofia Coppola, and more FEATURES: - Stream on TV, web browser, mobile, and gaming consoles, at home or on the go - Unlimited ad-free streaming on every device - Download movies and extras you love for offline viewing - Save everything you want to watch in one place with “My List” - Search and sort “All Films” by decade, genre, director, and country - Drop into a steady stream of must-see movies with “Criterion 24/7” - Stream high-quality video and 5.1 surround sound To access all features and content you can subscribe to the Criterion Channel on a monthly or yearly basis with an auto-renewing subscription right inside the app.* Pricing can vary by region and will be confirmed before purchase in the app. In-app subscriptions will automatically renew at the end of their cycle. * All payments will be paid through your Apple Account and may be managed under Account Settings after the initial payment. Subscription payments will automatically renew unless deactivated at least 24 hours before the end of the current cycle. Your account will be charged for renewal at least 24 hours prior to the end of the current cycle. Any unused portion of your free trial will be forfeited upon payment. Cancellations are incurred by disabling auto-renewal. Terms of Service: https://www.criterion.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.criterion.com/privacy

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The Criterion Channel4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: The Criterion Channel at Free against Dumplings Stickers Soft's $0.99. The Criterion Channel also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 38 months) and chart position (#75 vs unranked). Dumplings Stickers Soft's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.4). On ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

The Criterion Channel is free to download; Dumplings Stickers Soft costs $0.99 up front. The Criterion Channel sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $10.99 per month. Dumplings Stickers Soft asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dumplings Stickers Soft ships an update every 38 months, The Criterion Channel monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Dumplings Stickers Soft versus The Criterion Channel: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDumplings Stickers SoftThe Criterion Channel
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating—4.8 (14K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—88.3% of reviews
Number of ratings—14K — better
Update frequencyEvery 38 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Subscription
Best chart rank—#75 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple TV
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.4
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB58 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperHimanshu YadavThe Criterion Collection, Inc.

Bugs and requests

Dumplings Stickers Soft

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

The Criterion Channel

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Frequent playback interruptions and freezing
  • Unreliable offline viewing and download issues
  • Inconsistent app performance across devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to view full catalog of available titles
  • More advanced search and filtering tools
  • Improved playback stability and offline functionality
  • Personalized recommendations based on viewing history
  • Ratings and user reviews system

In-app purchases

None

Dumplings Stickers Soft

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

The Criterion Channel

Subscriptions2
  • Criterion Channel Subscription7 Days trial$10.991 Month
  • Criterion Channel Subscription7 Days trial$99.991 Year

Questions

Is Dumplings Stickers Soft free?
Dumplings Stickers Soft costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is The Criterion Channel free?
The Criterion Channel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Dumplings Stickers Soft or The Criterion Channel have ads?
Neither Dumplings Stickers Soft nor The Criterion Channel shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dumplings Stickers Soft or The Criterion Channel?
Dumplings Stickers Soft ships an update every 38 months, and The Criterion Channel monthly. Most recently, Dumplings Stickers Soft was updated on October 29, 2026 and The Criterion Channel on November 12, 2026.

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