# AVPlayerHD vs Infuse

The clearest difference is price: Infuse at Free against AVPlayerHD's $2.99. Infuse also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.1) and ratings volume (28K vs 215). AVPlayerHD's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 18.0). On review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Infuse is free to download; AVPlayerHD costs $2.99 up front. Infuse sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. AVPlayerHD asks for nothing beyond the download.

Infuse holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Infuse has 28K ratings behind it against 215, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 68% of AVPlayerHD's written reviews are positive against 60% of Infuse's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

AVPlayerHD ships an update every 3 weeks, Infuse fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AVPlayerHD | Infuse |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.1 (215 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avplayerhd/id407976815/reviews) | **[4.7 (28K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/infuse/id1136220934/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 215 | **28K** |
| Positive reviews | **68.0% of reviews** | 60.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#181** |
| Size | 52 MB | 197 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [EPLAYWORKS](https://appshunter.io/developer/372001556) | [Firecore, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/577130089) |

## What reviewers say

### AVPlayerHD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avplayerhd/id407976815)

This app allows you to play virtually any computer video file format on your device without the need for conversion. It supports external subtitle files and offers advanced playback controls, including speed adjustment and gesture-based navigation. Additionally, it provides features like folder management and easy file transfer via USB or Wi-Fi.

**Highlights:** Plays AVI, Xvid, WMV, MKV, and more, Supports external SMI and SRT subtitles, Adjustable playback speed (0.5X to 2.0X), Gesture controls for playback and navigation, Folder management with passcode protection, USB and Wi-Fi file transfer, Picture in Picture and Split View support

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Best app of my teenage years
- 🚀 Plays everything smoothly
- 👍 Excellent interface
- 👍 Reliable and dependable
- 👍 Plays a wide range of formats

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🐛 Audio sync issues
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔒 Buggy file transfer

**Reported bugs**

- Picture-in-picture mode not working
- Status bar not hiding in full screen
- Can't see all files on network drive
- Dropbox and Google Drive integration broken
- Crashes when trying to delete files

**Requested features**

- Update for iPadOS 17
- Sort by name, size, date, length
- Slow speed playback (x0.25)
- Chromecast support
- Local network streaming


### Infuse

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/infuse/id1136220934)

**Currently charting:** #181 Top Grossing · Entertainment (US App Store)

A versatile video player that supports a vast array of formats and streaming options. Enjoy smooth playback, HDR, and Dolby audio, with integrated subtitle downloads and Trakt sync. Stream content from various devices and cloud services without conversion.

**Highlights:** Plays virtually any video format, Stream from Mac, PC, NAS, and cloud services, Supports HDR, Dolby Vision, and Dolby/DTS audio, Integrated subtitle downloads, Trakt 2-way sync, AirPlay & Google Cast support

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Infuse Pro - Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Infuse Pro - Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Infuse Pro - Yearly | $16.99 | per year |
| Infuse Pro - Yearly | $16.99 | per year |
| Dolby Audio | Free | one-time |
| DTS Audio | Free | one-time |
| Infuse Pro - Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent video playback
- 🔍 Automatic metadata fetching
- 👍 Seamless integration with Apple devices
- 🔊 Supports high-quality audio formats
- 📂 Easy file management and organization

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Subscription model
- 🐛 Metadata issues and incorrect tagging
- ⏱️ Slow library loading and indexing
- 🔍 Limited customization options
- 🤔 Confusing user interface

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Connectivity issues with network shares
- Playback problems with certain video formats
- Sync issues between devices
- Unreliable subtitle downloads

**Requested features**

- Ability to edit metadata manually
- Support for more media file types (photos, music)
- Improved TV show organization and episode handling
- Picture-in-picture controls and gestures
- Customizable library views and sorting options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AVPlayerHD free?

AVPlayerHD costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Infuse free?

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

### Which has better reviews, AVPlayerHD or Infuse?

Infuse is rated higher. AVPlayerHD averages 4.1 out of 5 from 215 ratings, while Infuse averages 4.7 from 28K ratings.

### Do AVPlayerHD or Infuse have ads?

Neither AVPlayerHD nor Infuse shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, AVPlayerHD or Infuse?

AVPlayerHD ships an update every 3 weeks, and Infuse fortnightly. Most recently, AVPlayerHD was updated on October 16, 2026 and Infuse on October 17, 2026.

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