# Dropout vs Nebula⁣

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Dropout at 99% against Nebula⁣'s 54%. Dropout also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Nebula⁣'s advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Dropout sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Nebula⁣ sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Dropout holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dropout has 77K ratings behind it against 14K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 99% of Dropout's written reviews are positive against 54% of Nebula⁣'s.

Dropout ships an update every 2 months, Nebula⁣ fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dropout | Nebula⁣ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (77K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dropout/id1380833056/reviews)** | [4.8 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nebula/id1447033725/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **77K** | 14K |
| Positive reviews | **99.3% of reviews** | 54.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#54** | — |
| Size | 68 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Connected Ventures, LLC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/404504382) | [Standard](https://appshunter.io/developer/1447033724) |

## What reviewers say

### Dropout

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dropout/id1380833056)

**Currently charting:** #54 Top Grossing · Entertainment (US App Store)

Access exclusive, uncensored, and ad-free original comedy series and content. Enjoy weekly releases and a vast library of shows from popular talent. Support independent comedy with a subscription.

**Highlights:** Original comedy series, Exclusive content, Ad-free viewing, Uncensored content, Weekly new episodes, Extensive video library

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Annual | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent content
- 👍 Intuitive app interface
- 🔒 No ads
- 💰 Great value for money
- 👥 Supportive community

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional app glitches
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate/search for content
- 💾 Inconsistent resume/continue watching functionality
- 🔇 No auto-play for next episode

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent playback when switching devices
- Closed captions not always accurate

**Requested features**

- Add user profiles/accounts for shared subscriptions
- Improve search and content discovery
- Enhance resume/continue watching features
- Implement auto-play for next episode


### Nebula⁣

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nebula/id1447033725)

Access a curated collection of videos, podcasts, and classes from independent creators. Enjoy exclusive original content, extended cuts, and offline downloads. Support creators directly through this ad-free streaming platform.

**Highlights:** Full catalog access, Exclusive Nebula Originals, Nebula Plus extended content, Creator release notifications, Offline video downloads

**Features:** Family Sharing, SharePlay

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MONTHLY | $2.99 | per month |
| MONTHLY | $4.99 | per month |
| MONTHLY | $5.00 | per month |
| MONTHLY | $7.00 | per month |
| YEARLY | $9.99 | per year |
| YEARLY | $29.99 | per year |
| YEARLY | $30.00 | per year |
| YEARLY | $49.99 | per year |
| YEARLY | $60.00 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Ad-free experience
- 💡 Creator-owned platform
- 🚀 Smooth app performance
- 🤩 Excellent content quality
- 💰 Affordable subscription

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy app with crashes and glitches
- 🔍 Poor content discoverability
- 🔀 Confusing navigation and lack of user-friendly features
- 🔇 No background playback or audio-only mode
- 🔒 Lack of platform-wide login persistence

**Reported bugs**

- Downloaded videos disappearing from the app
- Inability to exit full-screen mode without restarting the app
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between portrait and landscape modes
- Frequent app crashes and freezes, especially on older devices

**Requested features**

- Add Chromecast and AirPlay support
- Implement a 'Watch Later' or 'Continue Watching' feature
- Allow users to adjust video quality and playback speed
- Introduce a comments section for user feedback
- Improve content organization and recommendation algorithms


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dropout free?

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

### Is Nebula⁣ free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Dropout or Nebula⁣?

Dropout is rated higher. Dropout averages 5.0 out of 5 from 77K ratings, while Nebula⁣ averages 4.8 from 14K ratings.

### Do Dropout or Nebula⁣ have ads?

Neither Dropout nor Nebula⁣ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Dropout or Nebula⁣?

Dropout ships an update every 2 months, and Nebula⁣ fortnightly. Most recently, Dropout was updated on September 25, 2026 and Nebula⁣ on September 24, 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.*