# Hi vs JoySauceTV

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: JoySauceTV at none against Hi's 1. Hi's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (80% vs 50%). On price, rating, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hi sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month. JoySauceTV asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Hi against 4.5 for JoySauceTV. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hi has 329 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 80% of Hi's written reviews are positive against 50% of JoySauceTV's.

Hi ships an update every 3 months, JoySauceTV every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hi | JoySauceTV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (329 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hi-yah/id1501558852/reviews)** | [4.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/joysaucetv/id6754023915/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **329** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | **79.8% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 months** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 91 MB | 41 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **16.2** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Well Go USA, Inc. (TX)](https://appshunter.io/developer/1501558851) | [JoySauce LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1846320462) |

## What reviewers say

### Hi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hi-yah/id1501558852)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hi-YAH! Subscription | $3.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


### JoySauceTV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/joysaucetv/id6754023915)

This app offers a digital network focused on the Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) experience and Asian pop culture. It features a diverse range of cinema and series, including action, comedy, anime, and more, with exclusive original content.

**Highlights:** AAPI focused content, Asian pop culture entertainment, Diverse genres: action, comedy, anime, sci-fi, Exclusive original series, Multi-generational content

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hi free?

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

### Is JoySauceTV free?

JoySauceTV is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Hi or JoySauceTV?

Hi is rated higher. Hi averages 4.6 out of 5 from 329 ratings, while JoySauceTV averages 4.5 from 8 ratings.

### Do Hi or JoySauceTV have ads?

JoySauceTV shows ads; Hi does not.

### Which is updated more often, Hi or JoySauceTV?

Hi ships an update every 3 months, and JoySauceTV every 6 months. Most recently, Hi was updated on October 29, 2026 and JoySauceTV on October 24, 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.*