# TysonPlus vs Cranked Up

The clearest difference is monetization model: Cranked Up at free with in-app purchases against TysonPlus's subscription. Cranked Up also leads on review sentiment (84% vs 62%) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). TysonPlus's advantage is ratings volume (343 vs 37). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TysonPlus sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month and Cranked Up sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Cranked Up holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TysonPlus has 343 ratings behind it against 37, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of TysonPlus's written reviews are positive against 84% of Cranked Up's.

TysonPlus ships an update every 5 weeks, Cranked Up every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TysonPlus | Cranked Up |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (343 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tysonplus/id1480888719/reviews) | **[4.8 (37 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cranked-up/id6503046188/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **343** | 37 |
| Positive reviews | 61.5% of reviews | **84.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 68 MB | 83 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 16.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Tyson Anthony LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1480888718) | [Cranked Up Ventures LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1747875648) |

## What reviewers say

### TysonPlus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tysonplus/id1480888719)

This platform offers a curated collection of films and series exploring diverse male experiences. Discover stories about identity, relationships, and personal growth. Access exclusive content through a subscription.

**Highlights:** Bold, authentic stories about men, Diverse male experiences, Coming-of-age and coming-out journeys, Urban struggles, athletics, love, identity, Monthly and yearly subscription options

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $12.99 | per month |
| TysonPlus Quarterly | $30.00 | per 3 months |
| TysonPlus Yearly | $119.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great content
- 👍 Amazing stories
- 👍 Beautifully written storylines
- 👍 Talented writer
- 👍 Great acting

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Content not complete
- 👎 Limited content
- 👎 Waiting for new content
- 👎 Shows are the same
- 👎 Porn with small bits of storyline

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot log into account
- Subscription charged but no content access
- Site wouldn't let me access content
- App glitching
- App asks for new payment after subscription

**Requested features**

- Make a sequel to 'I Can Tell You Anything'
- Add names of cast members
- Make season 2 of 'Miseducated'
- Another season of 'Scars our parents leave' and 'The men who raised us'
- Make watermark smaller


### Cranked Up

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cranked-up/id6503046188)

Stream a curated selection of indie horror films, from modern slashers to grindhouse classics. This service offers exclusive new releases and fan favorites, with a focus on community involvement in content selection.

**Highlights:** Exclusive new horror films, Fan favorites and classics, Festival picks and foreign films, Grindhouse and modern slashers, Community curated content, Monthly and yearly subscription options

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cranked Up  Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Cranked Up Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Cranked Up TV - 199 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Cranked Up TV - 299 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Cranked Up TV - 399 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Cranked Up TV - 499 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Cranked Up TV - 599 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Cranked Up TV - 699 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Cranked Up TV - 999 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Cranked Up TV - 1299 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Cranked Up TV - 1499 | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TysonPlus free?

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

### Is Cranked Up free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TysonPlus or Cranked Up?

Cranked Up is rated higher. TysonPlus averages 4.5 out of 5 from 343 ratings, while Cranked Up averages 4.8 from 37 ratings.

### Do TysonPlus or Cranked Up have ads?

Neither TysonPlus nor Cranked Up shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TysonPlus or Cranked Up?

TysonPlus ships an update every 5 weeks, and Cranked Up every 2 months. Most recently, TysonPlus was updated on September 18, 2026 and Cranked Up on September 23, 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.*