BFI Player (US) vs Yarty
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BFI Player (US)
Stream a curated selection of acclaimed films, including classics and modern discoveries, on this US-only service. Subscribe for full access to a diverse library of cinematic content across multiple devices.
- Curated film selection
- Landmark titles and rare classics
- Modern discoveries
- Multi-device support
- Auto-renewing subscription
- Free trial period
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Watch acclaimed movies selected by the British Film Institute (BFI) on their US-only streaming service. Explore landmark titles, rare classics & modern discoveries on multiple devices today. To access all features and content you can subscribe to BFI Player Classics on a monthly 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.bfiplayerclassics.com/tos Privacy Policy: https://www.bfiplayerclassics.com/privacy
Yarty
Discover what's happening on campus with real-time event listings and a live vibe heatmap. This app helps you find the best parties and events, and allows hosts to manage their events efficiently.
- Live Vibe Heatmap
- Real-time event listings
- Event invitations
- Live event performance breakdowns
- Event revenue tracking
- Quick directions
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So… what’s the move tonight? Stop partyhopping blind. Stop wandering campus for “one more spot” that isn’t. With YARTY, you’ll know before you go. Whether you’re a freshman hunting your first real college night, or a senior trying to make the most of your last spring, YARTY helps you find the vibe fast. - Live Vibe Heatmap showing what’s popping around campus - Real-time event listings so you don’t waste the night Tap in, see what’s happening, and move with confidence Not the vibe you wanted? Switch plans instantly. Get quick directions with a tap and keep the night moving. Hosts, run your event like it matters. - Invite with a click Turnout isn’t a guessing game anymore - Live breakdowns: check-ins, revenue, cadence, and performance Built to be way cheaper than traditional event platforms Know before you go. Run it like a pro. Welcome to YARTY.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Yarty at 5.0 against BFI Player (US)'s 2.3. Yarty also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). BFI Player (US)'s advantage is ratings volume (24 vs 1). On price, ads, 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. BFI Player (US) sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Yarty asks for nothing beyond the download.
Yarty holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BFI Player (US) has 24 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
BFI Player (US) ships an update every 3 months, Yarty fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BFI Player (US) | Yarty |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.3 (24 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 8.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 24 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 66 MB | 59 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | The British Film Institute | Oleksandr Serkov |
Customer experience
BFI Player (US)
Yarty
In-app purchases
BFI Player (US)
- BFI Player Classics Monthly14 Days trial$5.991 Month
- BFI Player Classics$59.001 Year
Yarty
No in-app purchases









