# TysonPlus vs HiShort

TysonPlus and HiShort both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 62% of TysonPlus's written reviews are positive against 18% of HiShort's. TysonPlus also leads on ads (none vs shown). HiShort's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TysonPlus sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month and HiShort sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TysonPlus holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 354 and 166 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of TysonPlus's written reviews are positive against 18% of HiShort's.

TysonPlus ships an update every 5 weeks, HiShort every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TysonPlus | HiShort |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (354 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tysonplus/id1480888719/reviews)** | [4.4 (166 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hishort-short-dramas/id6736931643/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **354** | 166 |
| Positive reviews | **61.5% of reviews** | 18.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 68 MB | 183 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Tyson Anthony LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1480888718) | [Readfi Oy](https://appshunter.io/developer/1773914710) |

## 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


### HiShort

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hishort-short-dramas/id6736931643)

Explore a vast library of dramas across diverse genres, from romance and adventure to historical epics and modern city life. Enjoy high-definition streaming and personalized recommendations. Stay updated with new releases and never miss an episode.

**Highlights:** Diverse drama genres, Personalized recommendations, High-definition streaming, New releases and updates, Smooth user experience, Coin packs for subscribers

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ad-free subscription card | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Ad-free subscription card | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly member | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly member | $19.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly member | $29.99 | per month |
| Coins Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Coins Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Coins Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Coins Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| Coins Pack | $49.99 | one-time |
| Coins Pack | $79.99 | one-time |
| Coins Pack | $99.99 | one-time |
| Coins Pack | $119.99 | one-time |
| Coins Pack | $139.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TysonPlus free?

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

### Is HiShort free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TysonPlus or HiShort?

TysonPlus is rated higher. TysonPlus averages 4.5 out of 5 from 354 ratings, while HiShort averages 4.4 from 166 ratings.

### Do TysonPlus or HiShort have ads?

HiShort shows ads; TysonPlus does not.

### Which is updated more often, TysonPlus or HiShort?

TysonPlus ships an update every 5 weeks, and HiShort every 3 weeks. Most recently, TysonPlus was updated on October 29, 2026 and HiShort on October 30, 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.*