RetroCrush vs AniHunter
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RetroCrush
Stream a curated selection of classic anime, including exclusive English releases. Revisit beloved series and uncover hidden gems for all anime enthusiasts.
- Stream classic anime
- Exclusive English releases
- Discover forgotten anime
- Curated selection
- For all anime lovers
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Watch classic anime that matters, including exclusive first-time English releases. Revisit your favorite shows and discover forgotten gems. There is something for all anime lovers. Our full Terms & Conditions can be found here: https://www.retrocrush.tv/terms-of-use Our full Privacy Policy can be found here: https://www.retrocrush.tv/privacy-policy
AniHunter
Instantly identify anime titles from screenshots. Discover the exact episode, season, and timestamp of any scene. Access a vast database and find similar titles if a perfect match isn't found.
- Instant anime identification from images
- Detailed episode and timestamp information
- Extensive anime database
- Smart search for similar titles
- Screenshot analysis for scene recognition
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Ever seen an amazing anime scene but didn't know the name? AniHunter is the ultimate tool for every anime fan. Instantly identify any anime from just a single screenshot. Whether it’s a character you love or a breathtaking scene, AniHunter connects you to the source in seconds. Key Features: - Instant Identification: Upload any image or screenshot to find the anime name. - Detailed Insights: Get the exact episode number, time stamp, and season information. - Comprehensive Database: Powered by a massive library covering thousands of titles. - Smart Search: Can’t find a perfect match? We’ll provide a list of similar results. How it works: 1. Upload or take a photo of an anime scene. 2. Wait a few seconds for our intelligent search to analyze the image. 3. Get the results and start watching! Never miss a great series again. Download AniHunter today and complete your anime watchlist! ---Developed by the Apple Developer Academy Project at UCB.---
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: RetroCrush at 50% against AniHunter's 0%. RetroCrush also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (4.4K vs 1). AniHunter's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. RetroCrush sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. AniHunter asks for nothing beyond the download.
RetroCrush holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RetroCrush has 4.4K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of RetroCrush's written reviews are positive against 0% of AniHunter's.
RetroCrush ships an update every 3 months, AniHunter every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RetroCrush | AniHunter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (4.4K ratings) — better | 3.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 4.4K — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.2 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 44 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Cinedigm | Anderson Moreira Santos |
Customer experience
RetroCrush
AniHunter
Bugs and requests
RetroCrush
Reported bugs
4 issues- Login issues and invalid account errors
- No data found errors in search
- Inconsistent video playback and freezing
- Disappearing content and watch history loss after updates
Requested features
4 requests- Add more recent retro anime titles
- Implement a proper watch list/favorites feature
- Allow casting to TV and landscape mode playback
- Improve search and filtering options
AniHunter
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
RetroCrush
- RetroCrush+ 365 with Trial7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- RetroCrush+ Year w/ Trial7 Days trial$49.991 Year
AniHunter
No in-app purchases
