# Screambox vs Cirque Italia

The clearest difference is rating: Screambox at 3.8 against Cirque Italia's 2.5. Screambox also leads on ratings volume (611 vs 4). Cirque Italia's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Screambox sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Cirque Italia asks for nothing beyond the download.

Screambox holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Screambox has 611 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 17% of Screambox's written reviews are positive against 33% of Cirque Italia's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Screambox ships an update every 5 weeks, Cirque Italia every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Screambox | Cirque Italia |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.8 (611 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screambox/id1589278221/reviews)** | [2.5 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cirque-italia/id6481344727/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **611** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 16.5% of reviews | **33.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 44 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.2 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Cinedigm](https://appshunter.io/developer/964790507) | [Cirque Italia](https://appshunter.io/developer/1739638826) |

## What reviewers say

### Screambox

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screambox/id1589278221)

Stream a curated selection of horror films, series, and documentaries from the creators of Bloody Disgusting. Experience a diverse range of terror, from obscure classics to new releases, with an updated interface designed for maximum scares.

**Highlights:** Curated horror content, Films, series, and documentaries, New and classic horror, Updated user interface, Exclusive content

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Screambox monthly plan | $6.99 | per month |
| Screambox quarterly plan | $11.99 | per 3 months |
| Screambox Half yearly plan | $14.99 | per 6 months |
| Screambox annually plan | $59.99 | per year |
| Screambox yearly plan | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎥 Good selection of horror movies
- 🎥 Freddy's Nightmares is a great addition
- 🎥 Curated horror content by Barbara Crampton

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes and freezes
- 🔌 Casting/AirPlay issues
- 🔍 Lacking Apple TV app
- 🔒 Subscription issues (unable to upgrade, cancel, or access content)
- 🤕 Poor user experience (UI, navigation, etc.)

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch or when trying to play content
- Subscription issues (unable to upgrade, cancel, or access content)
- Casting/AirPlay not working properly
- UI/navigation problems (play button overlapping, unable to scroll, etc.)

**Requested features**

- Add more underground/extreme horror movies
- Improve app stability and performance
- Develop Apple TV app
- Allow subscription management (upgrade, cancel, etc.) directly in the app


### Cirque Italia

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cirque-italia/id6481344727)

Experience dazzling live performances with custom-designed elements, including unique water stages. Explore thrilling shows tailored for mature audiences, offering an escape into an unforgettable entertainment experience.

**Highlights:** Spectacular live productions, Custom-designed show elements, Traveling water shows with 35,000-gallon stages, Thrilling experiences for mature audiences, Unique performance artistry

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Screambox free?

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

### Is Cirque Italia free?

Cirque Italia is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Screambox or Cirque Italia?

Screambox is rated higher. Screambox averages 3.8 out of 5 from 611 ratings, while Cirque Italia averages 2.5 from 4 ratings.

### Do Screambox or Cirque Italia have ads?

Screambox shows ads; Cirque Italia does not.

### Which is updated more often, Screambox or Cirque Italia?

Screambox ships an update every 5 weeks, and Cirque Italia every 2 weeks. Most recently, Screambox was updated on November 7, 2026 and Cirque Italia on November 4, 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.*