Comparison

Hi vs Screambox

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

Head to head
About

Hi

Stream a vast library of martial arts and Asian action films, featuring classic kung fu and new releases. Enjoy content from renowned filmmakers and stars in this dedicated channel for action enthusiasts.

Highlights
  • Extensive martial arts film library
  • Classic kung fu and new releases
  • Features popular filmmakers and stars
  • Dedicated Asian action content
  • Monthly and yearly subscription options
Features
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Hi-YAH! is your new favorite channel for the BEST in Martial Arts and Asian Action movies. Hi-YAH! is the sound of Mayhem - of flying fists and roundhouse kicks, ninja stars and fighting sticks. From new films to classic kung fu, Hi-YAH! delivers your favorite filmmakers and stars at their pulse-pounding best: Donnie Yen, Jackie Chan, Jet Li, Andy Lau, Sammo Hung, John Woo, and MORE! Hi-YAH! is a Well Go USA Inc. owned and operated channel. To access all features and content you can subscribe to Hi-YAH! 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 iTunes 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://www.hiyahtv.com/tos Privacy Policy: https://www.hiyahtv.com/privacy

About

Screambox

Stream a curated selection of horror films, series, and documentaries from the creators of Bloody Disgusting. Experience a diverse range of terror, from obscure classics to new releases, with an updated interface designed for maximum scares.

Highlights
  • Curated horror content
  • Films, series, and documentaries
  • New and classic horror
  • Updated user interface
  • Exclusive content
Features
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Your Nightmares, Now Streaming. From the wicked minds behind Bloody Disgusting, Screambox delivers the most in-depth, diverse horror curation – sure to keep your heart racing in the dead of night. Carefully selected to capture the best of the genre, Screambox’s mix of features, series and documentaries deliver one-of-a-kind content that will keep fans wanting more.Screambox’s new-and-improved UI offers fans a fresh experience and fresh scares – from deep cuts to the newest names in the terror game. Our full Terms & Conditions can be found here: https://www.screambox.com/terms-of-use Our full Privacy Policy can be found here:  https://www.screambox.com/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Hi4 screens
Screambox4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Hi at 80% against Screambox's 17%. Hi also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.8) and ads (none vs shown). Screambox's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and device support 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. Hi sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month and Screambox sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Hi holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 329 and 601 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of Hi's written reviews are positive against 17% of Screambox's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hi ships an update every 3 months, Screambox every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Hi versus Screambox: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHiScreambox
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (329 ratings) — better3.8 (601 ratings)
Positive reviews79.8% of reviews — better16.5% of reviews
Number of ratings329601 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TViPhone, iPad, Apple TV
Requires iOS16.616.2 — better
Further details — not scored
Size91 MB44 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperWell Go USA, Inc. (TX)Cinedigm

Customer experience

Hi

All ratings324 ratings
Positive89.2%
Neutral5.9%
Negative4.9%
Written reviews114 reviews
Positive79.8%
Neutral11.4%
Negative8.8%

Screambox

All ratings599 ratings
Positive67.8%
Neutral4.3%
Negative27.9%
Written reviews115 reviews
Positive16.5%
Neutral7.8%
Negative75.7%

User reviews

Hi

From 329 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Affordable
  • 🚀 Great content
  • 👍 Awesome selection of martial arts movies
  • 👍 Reliable service
  • 👍 Excellent value for money

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with certain devices
  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance
  • 👎 Limited options for audio/subtitle customization
  • 👎 Lack of English dub versions for some movies

Screambox

From 601 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎥 Good selection of horror movies
  • 🎥 Freddy's Nightmares is a great addition
  • 🎥 Curated horror content by Barbara Crampton

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes and freezes
  • 🔌 Casting/AirPlay issues
  • 🔍 Lacking Apple TV app
  • 🔒 Subscription issues (unable to upgrade, cancel, or access content)
  • 🤕 Poor user experience (UI, navigation, etc.)

Bugs and requests

Hi

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Movies not loading or playing correctly
  • Playback issues when switching devices
  • Subscription cancellation problems

Requested features

4 requests
  • More English dub options
  • Improved device compatibility
  • Expanded movie and TV show library
  • Better user interface and navigation

Screambox

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes on launch or when trying to play content
  • Subscription issues (unable to upgrade, cancel, or access content)
  • Casting/AirPlay not working properly
  • UI/navigation problems (play button overlapping, unable to scroll, etc.)

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add more underground/extreme horror movies
  • Improve app stability and performance
  • Develop Apple TV app
  • Allow subscription management (upgrade, cancel, etc.) directly in the app

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Hi

Subscriptions1
  • Hi-YAH! Subscription7 Days trial$3.991 Month
5 purchases

Screambox

Subscriptions5
  • Screambox monthly plan2 variants$6.991 Month
  • Screambox quarterly plan$11.993 Months
  • Screambox Half yearly plan$14.996 Months
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  • Screambox annually plan7 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Screambox yearly plan$59.991 Year

Questions

Is Hi free?
Hi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Screambox free?
Screambox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Hi or Screambox?
Hi is rated higher. Hi averages 4.6 out of 5 from 329 ratings, while Screambox averages 3.8 from 601 ratings.
Do Hi or Screambox have ads?
Screambox shows ads; Hi does not.
Which is updated more often, Hi or Screambox?
Hi ships an update every 3 months, and Screambox every 5 weeks. Most recently, Hi was updated on October 22, 2026 and Screambox on October 21, 2026.

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