# RiffTrax vs Gorilla Comedy+

The clearest difference is rating: Gorilla Comedy+ at 4.6 against RiffTrax's 3.9. Gorilla Comedy+ also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 6 months) and review sentiment (90% vs 68%). RiffTrax's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. RiffTrax sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Gorilla Comedy+ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Gorilla Comedy+ holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 20 and 11 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of RiffTrax's written reviews are positive against 90% of Gorilla Comedy+'s.

RiffTrax ships an update every 6 months, Gorilla Comedy+ monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | RiffTrax | Gorilla Comedy+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rifftrax/id1627102642/reviews) | **[4.6 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gorilla-comedy-plus/id6761107941/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **20** | 11 |
| Positive reviews | 68.4% of reviews | **90.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 53 MB | 43 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **16.2** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [RiffTrax, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1339329624) | [800 POUND GORILLA MEDIA, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1887814058) |

## What reviewers say

### RiffTrax

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rifftrax/id1627102642)

This app provides access to a library of humorous commentary for movies. Users can stream purchased content or subscribe for unlimited access to a curated selection of videos. Features include offline playback and casting to other devices.

**Highlights:** Stream purchased movie commentary, Download videos for offline playback, Subscribe for unlimited streaming access, AirPlay and Chromecast support, Curated content playlists, Friends-only discounts

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Friends (Monthly) | $6.99 | per month |
| Best Friends | $12.99 | per month |
| Friends (annual) | $74.99 | per year |
| Best Friends (annual) | $129.99 | per year |


### Gorilla Comedy+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gorilla-comedy-plus/id6761107941)

Stream full-length stand-up comedy specials from a variety of comedians. Discover new releases, early premieres, and curated collections to find your next laugh. This platform is designed for comedy enthusiasts seeking top-tier performances.

**Highlights:** Full-length stand-up specials, Exclusive early premieres, New releases added regularly, Curated comedy collections, Performances from various comedians

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gorilla Comedy + Monthly Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| Gorilla Comedy + Annual Plan | $99.99 | per year |
| Buy Gorilla Comedy Plus Tier 9.99 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Buy Gorilla Comedy Plus Tier 12 | $12.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RiffTrax free?

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

### Is Gorilla Comedy+ free?

Gorilla Comedy+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, RiffTrax or Gorilla Comedy+?

Gorilla Comedy+ is rated higher. RiffTrax averages 3.9 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while Gorilla Comedy+ averages 4.6 from 11 ratings.

### Do RiffTrax or Gorilla Comedy+ have ads?

Gorilla Comedy+ shows ads; RiffTrax does not.

### Which is updated more often, RiffTrax or Gorilla Comedy+?

RiffTrax ships an update every 6 months, and Gorilla Comedy+ monthly. Most recently, RiffTrax was updated on October 9, 2026 and Gorilla Comedy+ on October 3, 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.*