# Netflix vs RetroCrush

The clearest difference is monetization model: RetroCrush at free with in-app purchases against Netflix's subscription. RetroCrush also leads on iOS requirement (16.2 vs 26.0). Netflix's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (7.5M vs 4.4K). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Netflix sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month and RetroCrush sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Netflix against 4.7 for RetroCrush. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Netflix has 7.5M ratings behind it against 4.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 59% of Netflix's written reviews are positive against 50% of RetroCrush's.

Netflix ships an update weekly, RetroCrush every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Netflix | RetroCrush |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (7.5M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/netflix/id363590051/reviews)** | [4.7 (4.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retrocrush/id1501740207/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.5M** | 4.4K |
| Positive reviews | **58.8% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#17** | — |
| Size | 206 MB | 44 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **16.2** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Netflix, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/363590054) | [Cinedigm](https://appshunter.io/developer/964790507) |

## What reviewers say

### Netflix

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

**Currently charting:** #17 Top Grossing · Entertainment, #18 Top Free · Entertainment, #82 Top Free, #107 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


### RetroCrush

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retrocrush/id1501740207)

Stream a curated selection of classic anime, including exclusive English releases. Revisit beloved series and uncover hidden gems for all anime enthusiasts.

**Highlights:** Stream classic anime, Exclusive English releases, Discover forgotten anime, Curated selection, For all anime lovers

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RetroCrush+ 365 with Trial | $4.99 | per month |
| RetroCrush+ Year w/ Trial | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great selection of classic anime
- 👍 Excellent streaming quality
- 💡 Dedicated curated content channel
- 🆓 Free with optional premium subscription

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app freezes and crashes
- 🔍 Poor search and browsing experience
- 🚫 Inability to cast to TV
- 📺 Lack of landscape mode support
- 💤 Inconsistent watch history and favorites tracking

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues and invalid account errors
- No data found errors in search
- Inconsistent video playback and freezing
- Disappearing content and watch history loss after updates

**Requested features**

- Add more recent retro anime titles
- Implement a proper watch list/favorites feature
- Allow casting to TV and landscape mode playback
- Improve search and filtering options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Netflix free?

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

### Is RetroCrush free?

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

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

Netflix is rated higher. Netflix averages 4.7 out of 5 from 7.5M ratings, while RetroCrush averages 4.7 from 4.4K ratings.

### Do Netflix or RetroCrush have ads?

Both Netflix and RetroCrush show ads.

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

Netflix ships an update weekly, and RetroCrush every 3 months. Most recently, Netflix was updated on November 2, 2026 and RetroCrush on October 29, 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.*