# Screambox vs Slasher Play

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Slasher Play at 100% against Screambox's 17%. Slasher Play also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.8) and in-app purchases (none vs 6). Screambox's advantage is ratings volume (601 vs 2). 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. Slasher Play asks for nothing beyond the download.

Slasher Play holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Screambox has 601 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 17% of Screambox's written reviews are positive against 100% of Slasher Play's.

Screambox ships an update every 5 weeks, Slasher Play weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Screambox | Slasher Play |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (601 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screambox/id1589278221/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slasher-play/id6755827048/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **601** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 16.5% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 44 MB | 90 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.2** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Cinedigm](https://appshunter.io/developer/964790507) | [SCREAM PLAY - FZCO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1884265199) |

## 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


### Slasher Play

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slasher-play/id6755827048)

This platform offers a dedicated streaming experience for horror enthusiasts in the Middle East and North Africa. It features a curated collection of over 300 titles, including exclusive blockbusters and indie films, with new content added weekly. Enjoy an ad-free, immersive viewing experience designed for the region.

**Highlights:** Dedicated horror streaming, Curated collection of 300+ titles, New movies added weekly, Exclusive blockbusters and indie films, Ad-free streaming, Arabic-first relevance and subtitles

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Screambox free?

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

### Is Slasher Play free?

Slasher Play is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Screambox or Slasher Play?

Slasher Play is rated higher. Screambox averages 3.8 out of 5 from 601 ratings, while Slasher Play averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Screambox or Slasher Play have ads?

Screambox shows ads; Slasher Play does not.

### Which is updated more often, Screambox or Slasher Play?

Screambox ships an update every 5 weeks, and Slasher Play weekly. Most recently, Screambox was updated on October 21, 2026 and Slasher Play on October 16, 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.*