Comparison

Baiskoafu vs EpNova

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

Head to head
About

Baiskoafu

Stream and download a wide variety of Maldivian audio and video content, including original productions and live TV channels. Create virtual collections by searching for songs, movies, and artists. Access limited content for free or subscribe for unlimited access.

Highlights
  • Stream and download Maldivian content
  • Access original productions
  • Live TV channel streaming
  • Create virtual media collections
  • Search for music, movies, and artists
  • Free limited access
Features
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Baiskoafu is a first-of-its-kind Streaming App offering unprecedented content that are all Maldivian-prone to its user base. Baiskoafu helps you to stream and download media(audio and video) content. You can search for songs, movies, albums and artists, and can add items to your library to create virtual collections. Just sign in into the application and access limited content as a free user. * You can subscribe to premium plan with In-app purchase to get unlimited access to all of Baiskoafu. * The subscription rate of Baiskoafu is $5.99 per month with a free trial of 14 days and is limited to single device at a time. * Once the free trial is over, the App store will automatically charge your Apple ID's default payment method. * If you cancel your subscription before the end of the free trial, you will still be eligible for the 14-day free trial offer and any unused part of the free trial will not be forfeited. * If you are not satisfied with your Baiskoafu premium purchase, you may cancel at any time. * If you cancel your auto-renewal before the end of your free trial, you will not be charged * Subscriptions will automatically renew unless cancelled with-in 24 hours before the end of the current period. * If you do not want to renew your subscription, don't worry! Go to your iTunes account settings. The main categories in Baiskoafu are; * Baiskoafu Original Content (including both audio and video as well as documentaries and sketches produced by Baiskoafu. * Content originally owned by an outside party/ies that Baiskoafu has the official Rights to stream. * The Rights to live stream all the Maldivian-based TV Channels viewable via Baiskoafu App. Banking Partner: Bank of Maldives (BML) Telecom Partner: Dhiraagu, Ooreedoo Digital Content Partner: Baiskoafu Studio Terms of Use: http://baiskoafu.com/terms-of-use.html Privacy Policy: http://baiskoafu.com/privacy-policy.html

About

EpNova

Stream exclusive original short dramas with captivating stories and cinematic quality. New episodes are released daily across various genres, perfect for quick entertainment on the go. Explore a personalized library of bite-sized episodes.

Highlights
  • Exclusive original short dramas
  • Daily new episodes
  • Multiple genres available
  • Cinematic quality video
  • Personalized recommendations
  • Free to download
Features
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EpNova is the world's premier short drama streaming platform — where exclusive original productions meet captivating storytelling. Original Short Dramas Enjoy an endless library of short dramas featuring stunning visuals, compelling plots, and cinematic quality at your fingertips. Always Fresh, Always Exciting New episodes drop every day. Action, romance, thriller, fantasy — every genre, every mood, every moment. Cinematic Quality, Short Format Get the full drama experience in bite-sized episodes. Perfect for your commute, break, or late-night binge. Why EpNova? - 100% exclusive original productions - New content updated daily - Smooth, high-quality video playback - Personalized recommendations just for you - Free to download, easy to explore The future of drama is here. Download EpNova now and get lost in the story. End‑User License Agreement: https://file.epnovai.com/data/protocol/app/Terms_of_Service.html?darkStyle=1

Screenshots

Baiskoafu4 screens
EpNova3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: EpNova at 4.4 against Baiskoafu's 3.7. EpNova also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs every 2 months) and review sentiment (52% vs 32%). On price, ratings volume, 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. Baiskoafu sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $11.99 per month and EpNova sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

EpNova holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 217 and 108 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 32% of Baiskoafu's written reviews are positive against 52% of EpNova's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Baiskoafu ships an update every 2 months, EpNova every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Baiskoafu versus EpNova: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBaiskoafuEpNova
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (217 ratings)4.4 (108 ratings) — better
Positive reviews32.4% of reviews52.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings217 — better108
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 11 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#169 — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB76 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperECOMXCHANGEMV PRIVATE LIMITEDKUAIGE GLOBAL LIMITED

Customer experience

Baiskoafu

All ratings217 ratings
Positive61.8%
Neutral12.4%
Negative25.8%
Written reviews37 reviews
Positive32.4%
Neutral18.9%
Negative48.6%

EpNova

All ratings108 ratings
Positive86.1%
Neutral2.8%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive52.4%
Neutral4.8%
Negative42.9%

Bugs and requests

Baiskoafu

Reported bugs

18 issues
  • Few glitches found
  • App crashes while using
  • Portrait mode issues on iOS
  • Movies take a lot of time to load
  • App crashes multiple times when opening
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  • Data consumption too high
  • Cannot fast forward or rewind from player duration line
  • Search option doesn't work
  • Continue feature not available
  • Cannot subscribe from Android and iOS
  • Movies download not working for offline viewing
  • Payment error
  • Unable to access premium content after subscribing
  • High mobile data usage
  • Application crashing on iPhone XR
  • App keeps closing automatically
  • Crash
  • App not opening and consuming data

Requested features

8 requests
  • Support Apple TV
  • Apple TV app
  • Screen casting options (Chromecast)
  • iPad version
  • Airplay feature
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  • Continue watching/resume feature
  • More categories (Quran, music)
  • Delete cache data option

EpNova

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Baiskoafu

Subscriptions1
  • Premium3 Days trial$11.991 Month
10 purchases

EpNova

Subscriptions3
  • WeeklyMember7 Days trial$14.997 Days
  • weeklymember12.997 Days trial$17.997 Days
  • MonthlyMember$29.991 Month
One-time7
  • First Purchase Credit Bonus Pack$9.99
  • One time purchase$12.99
  • Credit Pack$19.99
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  • Credit Pack$29.99
  • Credit Pack$39.99
  • Credit Pack$49.99
  • Credit Pack$99.99

Questions

Is Baiskoafu free?
Baiskoafu is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is EpNova free?
EpNova is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Baiskoafu or EpNova?
EpNova is rated higher. Baiskoafu averages 3.7 out of 5 from 217 ratings, while EpNova averages 4.4 from 108 ratings.
Do Baiskoafu or EpNova have ads?
Neither Baiskoafu nor EpNova shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Baiskoafu or EpNova?
Baiskoafu ships an update every 2 months, and EpNova every 11 days. Most recently, Baiskoafu was updated on November 2, 2026 and EpNova on November 7, 2026.

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