Comparison

Dropout vs Soundbooth App

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

Head to head
About

Dropout

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
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WHAT’S ON IT? -New original series like Dimension 20, Game Changer, Um Actually, Breaking News, What the F 101, Ultramechatron Team Go, Bad Internet, and more. -Exclusive content you won't find anywhere else - all uncensored and ad-free - with talent like Brennan Lee Mulligan, Sam Reich, Zac Oyama, Emily Axford, Ally Beardsley, Lou Wilson, Aabria Iyengar, Erika Ishii, and more. -Weekly releases of new episodes, including Dimension 20, Adventuring Party, Game Changer, and more. -The definitive way to browse our extensive library of the CH video content you know and love. -The knowledge that you are supporting an independent comedy channel for the cost of one sorta okay sandwich per month. But hey, big blocks of text are pretty boring. Instead, how about just trying DROPOUT for a week totally free? Download the app and sign up for a trial of 3 free-as-heck days to watch everything your eyes can handle. Cancel anytime in the 3 day trial and never be charged! Don’t like it? I mean, we’re deeply hurt, but we understand. Cancel your membership, throw your phone in a lake, however you cope with disappointment. DO like it? Just kick back and keep watching, and your first month will automatically begin at the end of the free trial. Annual plans are also available at a discount, if you’re a money whiz. So go ahead and give it a try! This text isn’t gonna get any more interesting. I mean, I think we’ve pretty much covered all the good stuff. Still here? Um, ok. How’s everything? Good? Cool, cool. What are you looking for? The app description is over. For real. We’re not gonna say any more stuff. Check out the free trial. It’s way better than hanging out in the App Store this long. Wow, you’re dedicated. Do you just love app descriptions? Weird. OK, we’re gonna go. Bye. To access all features and content you can subscribe to DROPOUT By CollegeHumor 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://watch.dropout.tv/tos Privacy Policy: https://watch.dropout.tv/privacy

About

Soundbooth App

Discover and purchase audiobooks without subscriptions or credits. Enjoy full series, short stories, and exclusive content with a seamless listening experience. Access select free titles without an account.

Highlights
  • Purchase audiobooks individually
  • Discover full series and short stories
  • Exclusive bonus content
  • Thoughtfully designed listening experience
  • Access select free productions
  • Support creators directly
Features
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Soundbooth is a different kind of audiobook app. Built for creators and designed for listeners. No subscriptions and no credits. Just buy the titles you want and listen your way. Why you’ll love Soundbooth: • Purchase audiobooks individually — no membership required • Discover full series, short stories, and exclusive bonus content • Enjoy a smooth, thoughtfully designed listening experience • Access select free productions without creating an account Soundbooth gives publishers more flexibility while giving fans a simple, direct way to support the stories they love.

Screenshots

Dropout4 screens
Soundbooth App3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Dropout at 99% against Soundbooth App's 32%. Dropout also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (77K vs 195). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Dropout sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Soundbooth App sells 23 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Dropout holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dropout has 77K ratings behind it against 195, 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 32% of Soundbooth App's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dropout ships an update every 2 months, Soundbooth App monthly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Dropout versus Soundbooth App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDropoutSoundbooth App
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (77K ratings) — better3.0 (195 ratings)
Positive reviews99.3% of reviews — better32.2% of reviews
Number of ratings77K — better195
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#53 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size68 MB77 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperConnected Ventures, LLC.Soundbooth Theater LLC

Customer experience

Dropout

All ratings77,492 ratings
Positive99.6%
Neutral0.2%
Negative0.3%
Written reviews9,872 reviews
Positive99.3%
Neutral0.3%
Negative0.3%

Soundbooth App

All ratings195 ratings
Positive37.9%
Neutral17.4%
Negative44.6%
Written reviews289 reviews
Positive32.2%
Neutral20.1%
Negative47.8%

User reviews

Dropout

From 77K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

Soundbooth App

From 195 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Immersive audio experience
  • 🎨 High-quality production
  • 🎙️ Excellent narration and voice acting
  • 💰 Ability to purchase individual episodes

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes and freezes frequently
  • 🤯 Buggy playback and loss of progress
  • 🤔 Confusing and unintuitive navigation
  • 🔌 Drains device battery quickly
  • 🔍 Lack of search and sorting functionality

Bugs and requests

Dropout

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Inconsistent playback when switching devices
  • Closed captions not always accurate

Requested features

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

Soundbooth App

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App forgets purchased content and login information
  • Inconsistent behavior when switching between chapters
  • Playback issues like random pauses and skipping
  • Inability to rewind or fast-forward within chapters

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for CarPlay and background playback
  • Improve syncing of progress across devices
  • Implement a more user-friendly library management system
  • Provide an option to purchase full audiobook series

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Dropout

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly3 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Annual3 Days trial$69.991 Year
23 purchases

Soundbooth App

One-time23
  • The MuralFree
  • Audio Production$0.99
  • Audio Production$1.99
Show 20 more
  • Milk$2.99
  • The Shrill$2.99
  • Audio Production$2.99
  • Audio Production$3.49
  • Amplification$3.99
  • Audio Production$3.99
  • The Hinterlands$4.99
  • Audio Production$4.99
  • Audio Production$7.99
  • Audio Production$9.99
  • Audio Production$10.49
  • Prison of Plastic, Episode 1$11.99
  • Audio Production$11.99
  • Audio Production$12.99
  • Audio Production$13.99
  • Audio Production$17.99
  • Audio Production$20.99
  • Audio Production: $26.99$26.99
  • Audio Production for $27.99$27.99
  • Audio Production: $29.99$29.99

Questions

Is Dropout free?
Dropout is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Soundbooth App free?
Soundbooth App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Dropout or Soundbooth App?
Dropout is rated higher. Dropout averages 5.0 out of 5 from 77K ratings, while Soundbooth App averages 3.0 from 195 ratings.
Do Dropout or Soundbooth App have ads?
Neither Dropout nor Soundbooth App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dropout or Soundbooth App?
Dropout ships an update every 2 months, and Soundbooth App monthly. Most recently, Dropout was updated on September 24, 2026 and Soundbooth App on September 24, 2026.

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