# FilmyBOX vs Zoontoon

The clearest difference is rating: Zoontoon at 5.0 against FilmyBOX's 1.0. Zoontoon also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 2 days vs fortnightly). FilmyBOX's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FilmyBOX sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Zoontoon sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Zoontoon holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 94% of FilmyBOX's written reviews are positive against 100% of Zoontoon's.

FilmyBOX ships an update fortnightly, Zoontoon every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FilmyBOX | Zoontoon |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filmybox/id1557462964/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zoontoon/id6745101920/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 94.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 111 MB | 57 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Narendra Singh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1455602567) | [Homestead Labs, Co.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1775734869) |

## What reviewers say

### FilmyBOX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filmybox/id1557462964)

Access original and exclusive web shows and movies across various genres like thrillers, comedy, and romance. This platform offers tailor-made content for diverse audiences, available in multiple languages on any device.

**Highlights:** Original web shows and movies, Exclusive content, Multiple genres, Multi-language support, Available on all devices, Subscription-based access

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Get full access to all content | $1.99 | one-time |
| Get full access to all content | $3.99 | one-time |
| Get full access to all content | $6.99 | one-time |
| Get full access to all content | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great content and stories
- 👍 Smooth app functioning
- 🚀 Fast and easy downloads
- 👍 Offline playback available
- 👍 Supportive and cooperative staff

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Subscription not activated after payment
- 🐛 Difficulty reaching customer support
- 🐛 Pathetic UI/UX
- 🐛 Sign up/login issues
- 🐛 Very less content available

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription not activated after payment
- Customer support unresponsive
- Sign up/login issues
- App crashes after login
- Cannot find brightness option in settings

**Requested features**

- Complete existing series before creating new ones
- Add more new episodes
- Add more variety of stories
- Add more content every week
- Provide OTP for TV login


### Zoontoon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zoontoon/id6745101920)

Transform your photos into animated story characters with this app. Create personalized bedtime stories, unique gifts, or simply enjoy creative fun. Offers daily free transformations and subscription options for unlimited use and expanded story libraries.

**Highlights:** Photo to animated character transformation, Personalized story creation, Daily free photo transformation, Subscription for unlimited conversions, Access to a library of transformable stories, New stories released weekly

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Zoontoon Plus Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Pilly Story Customization | $12.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FilmyBOX free?

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

### Is Zoontoon free?

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

### Which has better reviews, FilmyBOX or Zoontoon?

Zoontoon is rated higher. FilmyBOX averages 1.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Zoontoon averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do FilmyBOX or Zoontoon have ads?

Zoontoon shows ads; FilmyBOX does not.

### Which is updated more often, FilmyBOX or Zoontoon?

FilmyBOX ships an update fortnightly, and Zoontoon every 2 days. Most recently, FilmyBOX was updated on November 3, 2026 and Zoontoon on November 5, 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.*