# IMAX vs OddBook Universe

The clearest difference is review sentiment: OddBook Universe at 100% against IMAX's 35%. OddBook Universe also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.3) and in-app purchases (none vs 19). IMAX's advantage is ratings volume (32 vs 8) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. IMAX sells 19 one-off in-app purchases. OddBook Universe asks for nothing beyond the download.

OddBook Universe holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 32 and 8 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 35% of IMAX's written reviews are positive against 100% of OddBook Universe's.

IMAX ships an update monthly, OddBook Universe every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | IMAX | OddBook Universe |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imax/id1537376352/reviews) | **[5.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oddbook-universe/id1577225310/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **32** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 34.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 124 MB | 62 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Vision Pro | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [IMAX Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/671934663) | [Ryan Rook](https://appshunter.io/developer/1524236601) |

## What reviewers say

### IMAX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imax/id1537376352)

Discover upcoming films, documentaries, and live events. Save your favorite theaters to stay updated on showtimes and release dates. Access exclusive content like cast messages and digital art.

**Highlights:** Save favorite theaters, View showtimes and release dates, Browse film and event listings, Access exclusive cast messages, Download exclusive IMAX Art, Explore capsule collections

**In-app purchases (19)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hail Columbia | $1.99 | one-time |
| Fires of Kuwait | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pandas | $2.99 | one-time |
| Superpower Dogs | $3.99 | one-time |
| A Beautiful Planet | $4.99 | one-time |
| Journey to the South Pacific | $4.99 | one-time |
| Superpower Dogs  3D | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pandas  3D | $4.99 | one-time |
| Deep Sky  3D | $4.99 | one-time |
| Planet Earth 3: Ep7: Human | $4.99 | one-time |
| Planet Earth 3: Ep3: Deserts | $4.99 | one-time |
| Planet Earth 3: Ep4: Freshwate | $4.99 | one-time |
| Planet Earth 3: Ep5: Forrests | $4.99 | one-time |
| Planet Earth 3: Ep6: Extremes | $4.99 | one-time |
| Planet Earth 3: Ep1: Coasts | $4.99 | one-time |
| Planet Earth 3: Ep2: Ocean | $4.99 | one-time |
| A Beautiful Planet  3D | $5.99 | one-time |
| Journey to the South Pacific | $5.99 | one-time |
| Deep Sky | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎬 Immersive IMAX theater experience on Vision Pro
- 🎨 Stunning visual quality and display
- 🎭 Authentic theater atmosphere with seat selection
- 📱 Good app performance and loading speed
- 🎥 3D content available

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes and freezes on splash screen
- ❌ Content loading errors frequently
- 📍 Location database outdated/incomplete
- 🌍 Poor international support (especially Australia)
- 💰 Rental-only model with limited purchasing options

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes on splash screen or black screen
- Content loading error: 'There was an error loading the content'
- Unable to retrieve content in certain regions
- Login failures and authentication issues
- App crashes after initial use

**Requested features**

- Add option to purchase movies instead of renting
- Expand content library with major films (Dune, Oppenheimer, Interstellar, TRON, Lord of the Rings)
- Subscription model for unlimited access
- Update location database with new theaters
- Add support for multiple favorite theaters


### OddBook Universe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oddbook-universe/id1577225310)

This app is a comprehensive fan resource for all things Oddworld. It provides detailed information on games, characters, and locations, along with a timeline to track your progress. Stay connected with the official Oddworld community through integrated social media links.

**Highlights:** Oddworld game details, Character and location information, Game completion tracker, Official social media links, Community access

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is IMAX free?

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

### Is OddBook Universe free?

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

### Which has better reviews, IMAX or OddBook Universe?

OddBook Universe is rated higher. IMAX averages 2.3 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while OddBook Universe averages 5.0 from 8 ratings.

### Do IMAX or OddBook Universe have ads?

IMAX shows ads; OddBook Universe does not.

### Which is updated more often, IMAX or OddBook Universe?

IMAX ships an update monthly, and OddBook Universe every 4 weeks. Most recently, IMAX was updated on October 18, 2026 and OddBook Universe on October 10, 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.*