# Netflix vs POPS

The clearest difference is monetization model: POPS at free with in-app purchases against Netflix's subscription. POPS also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 26.0). Netflix's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (7.5M vs 840). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Netflix sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month and POPS sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Netflix holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Netflix has 7.5M ratings behind it against 840, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Netflix ships an update weekly, POPS monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Netflix | POPS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (7.5M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/netflix/id363590051/reviews)** | [4.3 (840 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pops-your-comic-destination/id1478994434/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.5M** | 840 |
| Positive reviews | — | 34.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#15** | — |
| Size | 203 MB | 95 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Netflix, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/363590054) | [POPS Worldwide](https://appshunter.io/developer/479187249) |

## What reviewers say

### Netflix

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/netflix/id363590051)

**Currently charting:** #15 Top Grossing · Entertainment, #21 Top Free · Entertainment, #70 Top Free, #95 Top Grossing (US App Store)

Stream award-winning series, movies, documentaries, and stand-up specials from around the world. Get personalized recommendations and enjoy a safe kids' experience. Watch on your device while traveling or taking a break.

**Highlights:** Award-winning series, movies, documentaries, Personalized recommendations, Kids' safe watching experience, Stream on any device, New titles added regularly, Notifications for new releases

**Features:** iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Netflix | $19.99 | per month |
| Netflix 2 Screens - Unlimited Streaming | $19.99 | per month |
| Netflix Standard | $19.99 | per month |
| Netflix 4 Screens - Unlimited Streaming | $26.99 | per month |
| Netflix Premium | $26.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great selection of movies and TV shows
- 👍 Convenient offline viewing
- 💡 Customizable profiles for different users
- 🚀 Smooth streaming experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and bugs in the app
- 🔋 High data usage and battery drain
- 🤔 Inconsistent rating system and content availability
- 😡 Removing popular shows and movies

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes
- Offline downloads not working as expected
- Profile switching issues
- Playback controls not functioning properly

**Requested features**

- Add a teen-friendly section
- Allow removing items from 'Continue Watching'
- Improve content management and availability
- Provide better account management options


### POPS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pops-your-comic-destination/id1478994434)

Access a vast library of comics from international and original IPs. Enjoy personalized recommendations and seamless reading across devices. Some content may vary by region.

**Highlights:** Vast comic library, Exclusive original IPs, Personalized experience, Cross-device syncing, Data-free enjoyment (Vietnam)

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Base Package | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads - 6 Weeks | $0.99 | one-time |
| Promo Reward Package | $0.99 | one-time |
| Value Package | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads - 12 Weeks | $1.99 | one-time |
| TH Star Package - 200 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Package 690 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Top Package | $4.99 | one-time |
| Package 1490 | $6.99 | one-time |
| TH Star Package 1050 | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Great mix of content
- 🎥 High-quality videos
- 🇻🇳 Supports Vietnamese content
- 👍 Easy to use interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Limited content availability outside Vietnam
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔍 Lack of search functionality for specific titles
- 📺 No support for TV/casting
- 🌐 Geo-restrictions on content

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes or app freezes
- Videos not loading or playing properly
- Incorrect chapter/episode ordering in comics

**Requested features**

- Expand content availability to more regions
- Add support for TV/casting devices
- Improve search functionality
- Provide more video settings (subtitles, quality, etc.)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Netflix free?

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

### Is POPS free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Netflix or POPS?

Netflix is rated higher. Netflix averages 4.7 out of 5 from 7.5M ratings, while POPS averages 4.3 from 840 ratings.

### Do Netflix or POPS have ads?

Both Netflix and POPS show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Netflix or POPS?

Netflix ships an update weekly, and POPS monthly. Most recently, Netflix was updated on October 25, 2026 and POPS on October 24, 2026.

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