# 央视影音HD vs 优酷视频HD

The clearest difference is review sentiment: 优酷视频HD at 58% against 央视影音HD's 14%. 优酷视频HD also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.1) and ads (none vs shown). 央视影音HD's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 央视影音HD sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and 优酷视频HD sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

优酷视频HD holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 优酷视频HD has 31K ratings behind it against 132, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of 央视影音HD's written reviews are positive against 58% of 优酷视频HD's.

央视影音HD ships an update every 3 months, 优酷视频HD fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 央视影音HD | 优酷视频HD |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (132 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hd/id391071343/reviews) | **[4.7 (31K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hd/id394075284/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 132 | **31K** |
| Positive reviews | 13.8% of reviews | **57.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 175 MB | 491 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPad | iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [CCTV international network company Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/331259728) | [Youku.com Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/336141478) |

## What reviewers say

### 央视影音HD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hd/id391071343)

Access live CCTV channels, popular TV shows, movies, and sports events. Enjoy documentaries, cultural programs, and news updates. Offers live streaming and on-demand content with a subscription option for ad-free viewing and exclusive content.

**Highlights:** Live CCTV channel streaming, On-demand TV shows and movies, Live sports event broadcasts, News and current affairs updates, Cultural and documentary programs, Interactive viewing experiences

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 教育频道40元点播付费 | $5.99 | one-time |
| 教育频道50元点播付费 | $6.99 | one-time |
| 教育频道68元点播付费 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 教育频道98元点播付费 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 教育频道113元点播付费 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 教育频道138元点播付费 | $19.99 | one-time |
| 教育频道158元点播付费 | $22.99 | one-time |
| 教育频道188元点播付费 | $29.99 | one-time |
| 教育频道238元点播付费 | $34.99 | one-time |
| 教育频道288元点播付费 | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast video playback
- 💡 Comprehensive content library

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 📺 Poor video quality
- 🚫 Restricted content access in certain regions

**Reported bugs**

- Videos randomly pause or stop playing
- App freezes when switching between channels
- Notifications disrupt viewing experience

**Requested features**

- Improved video quality options
- Ability to rewind/pause live streams
- Support for Chromecast and Apple TV
- Customizable font size and UI


### 优酷视频HD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hd/id394075284)

Access a vast library of Chinese dramas, movies, anime, and variety shows. Enjoy high-definition streaming, offline downloads, and multi-device synchronization. Offers VIP memberships for ad-free viewing and exclusive content.

**Highlights:** Vast library of Chinese dramas, movies, and anime, High-definition streaming, Offline caching for offline viewing, Multi-device synchronization, VIP membership for ad-free and exclusive content, AirPlay support for Apple TV

**Features:** Siri integration, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (22)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 连续包月VIP会员 | $3.99 | per month |
| SVIP会员连续包月 | $4.99 | per month |
| 连续包季VIP会员 | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| 优酷视频点播 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 4200星币 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 优酷视频付费包 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 8400星币 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 优酷视频点播 | $2.99 | one-time |
| 优酷VIP付费包 | $2.99 | one-time |
| 会员1个月 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 17500星币 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 优酷VIP付费包 | $5.99 | one-time |
| 会员3个月 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 季度VIP会员 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 47600星币 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1年优酷VIP | $14.99 | one-time |
| 会员6个月 | $19.99 | one-time |
| 89600星币 | $19.99 | one-time |
| 优酷VIP付费包 | $19.99 | one-time |
| 会员12个月 | $29.99 | one-time |
| 12个月优酷VIP | $29.99 | one-time |
| 271600星币 | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast load times
- 👍 Good video quality
- 💡 Variety of content
- 🎥 Enjoyable viewing experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Restricted access for overseas users
- 💸 Paywall for premium content
- 🌐 Language barrier for non-Chinese speakers
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 📺 Incompatibility with certain devices

**Reported bugs**

- Playback issues and freezing
- Inconsistent performance across devices
- Login and account management problems

**Requested features**

- Add English language support
- Improve accessibility for overseas users
- Expand content library for international audiences
- Enhance video playback stability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 央视影音HD free?

央视影音HD is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is 优酷视频HD free?

优酷视频HD is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, 央视影音HD or 优酷视频HD?

优酷视频HD is rated higher. 央视影音HD averages 3.1 out of 5 from 132 ratings, while 优酷视频HD averages 4.7 from 31K ratings.

### Do 央视影音HD or 优酷视频HD have ads?

央视影音HD shows ads; 优酷视频HD does not.

### Which is updated more often, 央视影音HD or 优酷视频HD?

央视影音HD ships an update every 3 months, and 优酷视频HD fortnightly. Most recently, 央视影音HD was updated on September 8, 2026 and 优酷视频HD on September 24, 2026.

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