# SOOP vs IDOLCHAMP

The clearest difference is rating: SOOP at 4.2 against IDOLCHAMP's 3.3. SOOP also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). IDOLCHAMP's advantage is review sentiment (65% vs 34%). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SOOP sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.49 per month and IDOLCHAMP sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $8.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SOOP holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 768 and 904 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 34% of SOOP's written reviews are positive against 65% of IDOLCHAMP's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

SOOP ships an update every 4 days, IDOLCHAMP every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SOOP | IDOLCHAMP |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (768 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soop-live-streaming/id334185830/reviews)** | [3.3 (904 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idolchamp/id1185735018/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 768 | **904** |
| Positive reviews | 34.3% of reviews | **65.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 338 MB | 225 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | +12 | 4+ |
| Developer | [SOOP Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/334185833) | [MBC PLUS CO.,LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1185735017) |

## What reviewers say

### SOOP

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soop-live-streaming/id334185830)

This platform allows users to discover and watch a variety of live streams and VOD content. Engage with favorite streamers, enjoy short-form videos, and access exclusive original content. Features like ad-skipping and multi-view enhance the viewing experience.

**Highlights:** Discover live streams and VODs, Interact with streamers, Short-form video content, Ad-free VOD viewing options, Multi-view for simultaneous broadcasts, Original content from ASL, Cinety

**Features:** Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| QuickView + Auto Payment | $5.49 | per month |
| QuickView 30-Day Pass | $2.99 | one-time |
| 정기구독권 1개월(30일) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Basic Subscription 1 Month | $3.99 | one-time |
| QuickView Plus 30-Day Pass | $4.99 | one-time |
| 정기구독권 3개월(90일) | $6.99 | one-time |
| Plus Level 1 Subscription 1 Month | $7.99 | one-time |
| 100 Star Balloons | $9.99 | one-time |
| Plus Level 2 Subscription 1 Month | $12.99 | one-time |
| 300 Star Balloons | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth streaming
- 👍 Intuitive user interface
- 🌍 Accessible for international users

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- 🔌 Excessive buffering and lag
- 🇰🇷 Limited support for non-Korean users
- 💰 Expensive subscription fees

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues and account verification problems
- Incompatibility with older devices and operating systems
- Inconsistent performance across different platforms

**Requested features**

- Add support for multiple languages
- Improve video quality and stability
- Implement a more user-friendly login process
- Provide better customer support


### IDOLCHAMP

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idolchamp/id1185735018)

Support your favorite K-Pop idols by voting in weekly music show pre-voting and participating in various fan events. Earn rewards and unlock exclusive artist benefits, including advertisements and merchandise. Access exclusive broadcast content and engage with a vibrant K-Pop community.

**Highlights:** Music show pre-voting, Fan event participation, Artist advertising support, Exclusive broadcast content, K-Pop idol quizzes, Fandom community

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 아챔패스 | $8.49 | per month |
| 100 Ruby Chamsim | $0.99 | one-time |
| 350 Ruby Chamsim | $2.99 | one-time |
| 590 Ruby Chamsim | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1,200 Ruby Chamsim | $8.99 | one-time |
| 1,400 Ruby Chamsim | $8.99 | one-time |
| 3,800 Ruby Chamsim | $24.99 | one-time |
| 6,600 Ruby Chamism | $39.99 | one-time |
| 8,200 Ruby Chamsim | $39.99 | one-time |
| 27,500 Ruby Chamsim | $154.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Easy to use and navigate
- 🎉 Fun and engaging features
- 🤝 Supports international fans
- 🎨 Visually appealing design
- 🔍 Helpful quizzes and missions

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤖 Issues with ads and free rewards
- 🌐 Language barrier for non-Korean speakers
- 🐌 Slow performance and glitches
- 🔒 Login and account issues
- 💰 Expensive for voting and purchasing

**Reported bugs**

- Ads not working as intended
- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Voting and login issues
- Rewards not being properly credited

**Requested features**

- Improved translation and localization
- More free ways to earn voting points
- Increased transparency in voting and rewards
- Better customer support and responsiveness


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SOOP free?

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

### Is IDOLCHAMP free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SOOP or IDOLCHAMP?

SOOP is rated higher. SOOP averages 4.2 out of 5 from 768 ratings, while IDOLCHAMP averages 3.3 from 904 ratings.

### Do SOOP or IDOLCHAMP have ads?

Both SOOP and IDOLCHAMP show ads.

### Which is updated more often, SOOP or IDOLCHAMP?

SOOP ships an update every 4 days, and IDOLCHAMP every 3 weeks. Most recently, SOOP was updated on November 1, 2026 and IDOLCHAMP on November 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.*