# 乐视视频HD vs Bamboo Cicada

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bamboo Cicada at none against 乐视视频HD's 14. Bamboo Cicada also leads on ads (none vs shown). 乐视视频HD's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 乐视视频HD sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Bamboo Cicada asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | 乐视视频HD | Bamboo Cicada |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.3 (30 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hd/id412395632/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **30** | — |
| Positive reviews | 73.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 131 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 17 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [乐视网信息技术(北京)股份有限公司](https://appshunter.io/developer/385285925) | [展 赵](https://appshunter.io/developer/1871957716) |

## What reviewers say

### 乐视视频HD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hd/id412395632)

Access a vast library of high-definition movies, TV shows, and popular animated series. Enjoy exclusive content, new releases, and a variety of genres for all ages. Offers auto-renewing subscriptions for continued access.

**Highlights:** Extensive movie and TV show library, Exclusive and new release content, Popular animated series, HD quality streaming, Auto-renewing subscription options, Content for all ages

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1个月连续包月乐次元影视会员 | $2.49 | per month |
| 乐次元连续包月 | $2.99 | per month |
| 乐视直播券A | $2.99 | one-time |
| 1个月乐次元影视会员 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 乐视视频会员3个月 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 乐视视频3个月会员套餐 | $5.99 | one-time |
| 1个月乐视超级影视会员 | $7.99 | one-time |
| 3个月乐次元影视会员 | $8.99 | one-time |
| 乐次元60元包半年 | $8.99 | one-time |
| 乐次元98元包年 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 3个月乐视超级影视会员 | $21.99 | one-time |
| 乐视视频24个月会员套餐 | $22.99 | one-time |
| 12个月乐次元影视会员 | $29.99 | one-time |
| 12个月乐视超级影视会员 | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and stable playback
- 👍 Vast content library
- 🚀 Smooth streaming experience
- 👍 Convenient for watching Chinese shows abroad

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent bugs and crashes
- ⛔ Limited content availability outside of China
- 📺 Poor Airplay/TV connectivity
- 🔍 Slow search and navigation
- 💸 Paid membership not worth the cost

**Reported bugs**

- Videos fail to load or play
- App crashes or freezes frequently
- Downloaded content disappears or cannot be accessed
- Airplay and TV connectivity issues

**Requested features**

- Improve Airplay and TV connectivity
- Expand content availability globally
- Add more Korean/Japanese dramas
- Improve search and browsing experience
- Offer more affordable membership options


### Bamboo Cicada

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bamboo-cicada/id6798220889)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 乐视视频HD free?

乐视视频HD is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Bamboo Cicada free?

Bamboo Cicada is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do 乐视视频HD or Bamboo Cicada have ads?

乐视视频HD shows ads; Bamboo Cicada does not.

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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.*
