# ScareNetwork vs Cranked Up

The clearest difference is monetization model: Cranked Up at free with in-app purchases against ScareNetwork's subscription. Cranked Up also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.8 vs 4.4). ScareNetwork's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ScareNetwork sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Cranked Up sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Cranked Up holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 25 and 37 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of ScareNetwork's written reviews are positive against 84% of Cranked Up's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on July 3, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ScareNetwork | Cranked Up |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scarenetwork/id1575880596/reviews) | **[4.8 (37 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cranked-up/id6503046188/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 25 | **37** |
| Positive reviews | 71.4% of reviews | **84.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 23 MB | 83 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [ScareNetwork.tv L.L.C.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1575880598) | [Cranked Up Ventures LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1747875648) |

## What reviewers say

### ScareNetwork

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scarenetwork/id1575880596)

This streaming platform offers exclusive original content in paranormal, horror, true crime, and monster genres. Explore documentaries, feature films, series, and podcasts that delve into chilling stories from around the world.

**Highlights:** Original paranormal content, Horror documentaries, True crime series, Monster-themed films, Exclusive podcasts, Narrative feature films

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ScareNetwork Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| ScareNetwork Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| ScareNetwork.tv $0.99 | $0.99 | one-time |
| ScareNetwork.tv - $1.99 | $1.99 | one-time |
| ScareNetwork.tv - 299 | $2.99 | one-time |
| ScareNetwork.tv $3.99 | $3.99 | one-time |
| ScareNetwork.tv - 499 | $4.99 | one-time |
| ScareNetwork.tv $5.99 | $5.99 | one-time |
| ScareNetwork.tv - $7.99 | $7.99 | one-time |


### Cranked Up

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cranked-up/id6503046188)

Stream a curated selection of indie horror films, from modern slashers to grindhouse classics. This service offers exclusive new releases and fan favorites, with a focus on community involvement in content selection.

**Highlights:** Exclusive new horror films, Fan favorites and classics, Festival picks and foreign films, Grindhouse and modern slashers, Community curated content, Monthly and yearly subscription options

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cranked Up  Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Cranked Up Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Cranked Up TV - 199 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Cranked Up TV - 299 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Cranked Up TV - 399 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Cranked Up TV - 499 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Cranked Up TV - 599 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Cranked Up TV - 699 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Cranked Up TV - 999 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Cranked Up TV - 1299 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Cranked Up TV - 1499 | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ScareNetwork free?

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

### Is Cranked Up free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ScareNetwork or Cranked Up?

Cranked Up is rated higher. ScareNetwork averages 4.4 out of 5 from 25 ratings, while Cranked Up averages 4.8 from 37 ratings.

### Do ScareNetwork or Cranked Up have ads?

ScareNetwork shows ads; Cranked Up does not.

### Which is updated more often, ScareNetwork or Cranked Up?

ScareNetwork ships an update every 2 months, and Cranked Up every 2 months. Most recently, ScareNetwork was updated on July 3, 2026 and Cranked Up on September 23, 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.*