Swiftfin vs Videobet
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!
Videobet
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Videobet is the easiest way to discover and book screenings at Videobet Cinema. Browse today’s lineup, explore film details, reserve seats, manage your tickets, and stay close to a community built around arthouse cinema, culture, and conversation. Use the app to check showtimes, view featured films and special events, access member benefits, and keep all your bookings in one place. From lobby discovery to ticket confirmation, Videobet is designed to make the cinema experience feel simple, fast, and premium. Whether you’re planning ahead or booking on the day, Videobet helps you move from browsing to your seat with less friction.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Videobet at 15.0 against Swiftfin's 18.6. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Swiftfin ships an update every 3 months, Videobet every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Swiftfin | Videobet |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.8 (276 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 53.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 276 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 186 MB | 28 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Anthony Lavado | Hermella Abay |
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
Videobet
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Swiftfin
No in-app purchases
Videobet
No in-app purchases
