# video player vs Video +

The clearest difference is monetization model: Video + at free against video player's free with in-app purchases. Video + also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (12K vs 917). video player's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. video player sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Video + sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 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 — 4.6 for video player against 4.4 for Video +. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Video + has 12K ratings behind it against 917, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 79% and 79% positive.

video player ships an update every 2 months, Video + fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | video player | Video + |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (917 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-player-oplayerhd-lite/id385896088/reviews)** | [4.4 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-plus-player-for-cloud/id564484459/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 917 | **12K** |
| Positive reviews | **79.5% of reviews** | 79.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 108 MB | 62 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Suzhou Totoro Network Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/344784378) | [志鹏 汤](https://appshunter.io/developer/903292645) |

## What reviewers say

### video player

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-player-oplayerhd-lite/id385896088)

This app plays virtually any video and audio file format without conversion. It offers network browsing, file management, and playback controls like speed adjustment and A-B repeat. Secure your media with password protection and enjoy seamless playback on various devices.

**Highlights:** Plays all video and audio formats, Network streaming (SAMBA, FTP, UPnP, DLNA), File manager with transfer options, Playback speed adjustment, A-B repeat function, Password protection and privacy features, Supports multiple subtitle formats

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Photo Viewer | $0.99 | one-time |
| Decompress file | $0.99 | one-time |
| Orange Theme | $0.99 | one-time |
| DivX Video Decoder | $0.99 | one-time |
| DTS Audio Decoder | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock all features | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Plays a variety of file formats
- 💡 Useful features like A/B looping
- 👍 Convenient file management and transfer
- 🚀 Smooth playback performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Compatibility issues with certain file types (e.g. MKV, DTS audio)
- 🔋 Potential battery drain
- 🐛 Crashes or freezes reported
- 🔒 Concerns about security and malware
- 📢 Intrusive ads in free version

**Reported bugs**

- Issues with SMB/network file sharing
- Problems with video/audio sync
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between apps

**Requested features**

- Add support for more video/audio codecs
- Improve stability and reduce crashes
- Implement a dark mode option
- Allow customization of the user interface
- Add more advanced playback controls and features


### Video +

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-plus-player-for-cloud/id564484459)

This app serves as a comprehensive video player that allows you to import videos from cloud storage services like Dropbox and Google Drive, as well as your device's camera roll. It offers enhanced security features and supports various video formats and playback options.

**Highlights:** Import from cloud storage (Dropbox, Google Drive), Import from camera roll, Touch ID and passcode authentication, Supports MP4, MOV, M4V formats, Playlist creation and management, Background video playback, AirPlay support

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Video + Pro Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Video + Pro Yearly | $8.99 | per year |
| Video + Pro Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast downloads
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Offline playback
- 🎶 Great for music/video

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 💸 Too many ads
- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 🚫 Incompatible with newer devices

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when opening
- Videos stop playing randomly
- Download function not working
- Layout issues on newer iPhones

**Requested features**

- Add browser option to download videos
- Implement background playback
- Improve video quality options
- Add account/sync feature to save downloads


## Frequently asked questions

### Is video player free?

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

### Is Video + free?

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

### Which has better reviews, video player or Video +?

video player is rated higher. video player averages 4.6 out of 5 from 917 ratings, while Video + averages 4.4 from 12K ratings.

### Do video player or Video + have ads?

Both video player and Video + show ads.

### Which is updated more often, video player or Video +?

video player ships an update every 2 months, and Video + fortnightly. Most recently, video player was updated on October 27, 2026 and Video + on October 29, 2026.

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