Swiftfin vs split
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Swiftfin
Stream your video collection from a Jellyfin media server to your iOS device. Enjoy an easy-to-use interface for your media library and watch live TV if you have the necessary hardware.
- Native iOS/iPadOS video player
- Connects to Jellyfin media servers
- Stream video collection
- Easy-to-use interface
- Watch Live TV (with hardware)
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Swiftfin is a fast, native video player that works with Jellyfin, the open source free software media server. To use the app, you must have a Jellyfin server set up and running. Find out more at https://jellyfin.org With a Jellyfin server, you can: - Watch Live TV and recorded shows from your Jellyfin server (additional hardware/services required) - Stream your video to your iOS/iPadOS device - View your collection in an easy to use interface This is an official Jellyfin companion app. Thank you for using Jellyfin!
split
Transform your devices into a retro message board with authentic flip animations and sound. Display custom messages, live feeds like weather and stocks, and schedule content. Offers a premium upgrade for advanced formatting and scheduling.
- Authentic split-flap flip animation
- Customizable messages with line breaks
- Live weather and stock feeds
- Multiple display themes
- Message scheduling
- Cross-platform support
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Transform any iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV into a stunning split-flap display board with authentic flip animations and sound effects. Perfect for digital signage, information displays, or adding retro charm to any space. Key Features: • Authentic split-flap flip animation with synchronized sound • Multiple display themes: Classic Split-Flap, LED Board, Retro Diner • Unlimited custom messages with line breaks • Live feeds: Weather, Stock prices, Clock • Customizable rotation timing for each message • Cross-platform: iPhone, iPad, Apple TV • No subscriptions, no ads, no tracking Premium Features (Optional One-Time Purchase): • Message Formatting: Add colors, emojis, custom text alignment • Message Scheduling: Display messages at specific times and dates • Additional Themes: More visual styles and backgrounds • Fullscreen Mode: Immersive displays without navigation bars Perfect For: • Office welcome boards and lobby displays • Café menus and retail signage • Event announcements and conference rooms • Classroom information boards • Home displays and personal projects • Trade shows and promotional displays Why Choose Split Flap Display: Authentic retro aesthetic with modern functionality Easy setup - no accounts or cloud services required Professional quality suitable for business use Regular updates with new features and themes One-time premium purchase, no recurring fees Privacy-focused: all data stays on your device Create rotating announcements, display live information, or simply enjoy the nostalgic charm of classic split-flap boards. Download free and upgrade to premium anytime for advanced features. Minimum Requirements: iOS 18+, iPadOS 18+, tvOS 15+
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: split at 100% against Swiftfin's 53%. split also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.8) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). Swiftfin's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (267 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. split sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Swiftfin asks for nothing beyond the download.
split holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Swiftfin has 267 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 53% of Swiftfin's written reviews are positive against 100% of split's.
Swiftfin ships an update every 3 months, split every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Swiftfin | split |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.8 (267 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 53.2% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 267 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 186 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Anthony Lavado | Gregory Dolder |
Customer experience
Swiftfin
split
Bugs and requests
Swiftfin
Reported bugs
5 issues- Unable to connect to Jellyfin server after recent updates
- Sorting and filtering not working as expected
- Playback issues with certain video codecs and formats
- Home bar not disappearing during video playback
- Sync issues between iOS and tvOS versions
Requested features
5 requests- Add offline media download capability
- Implement Picture-in-Picture mode
- Introduce a shuffle option for episodes
- Integrate e-book and audiobook support
- Allow customization of media library views
split
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Swiftfin
No in-app purchases
split
- Premium Features2 variants$0.99
