Comparison

hmvod vs Singtel Cast

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

hmvod

Access a vast library of US, European, Asian, and local entertainment content, including movies and dramas. Enjoy high-quality streaming with options for 4K and spatial sound. Watch across multiple devices with a single account.

Highlights
  • Extensive library of US, European, Asian, and local content
  • Latest Hollywood and box office hit movies
  • High-quality streaming with 4K and X-Spatial sound options
  • Cross-platform compatibility (smartphones, tablets, smart TVs)
  • Legitimate and licensed content
  • Monthly subscription with free trial
Features
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***hmvod - Anywhere, Anytime, Deliver On-Demand*** Join Free For A Month to tap and watch the latest and all-time-hit US, Europe, Asia and local programs by registering as a hmvod member! Why hmvod? - Grade-A Contents: hmvod provides continuous update of the Hollywood, local and Asia movies with box office guarantee, and soon arrive drama, animations, documentaries and contents! - High Quality: Some contents offer X-Spatial sound effect & 4K quality. - Cross-platforms: With one single account, you can watch programs anytime and anywhere via a wide range of devices, including smart phones, tablets and smart TVs! - Say no to piracy: We have legitimate copy for all programs, we assure the service quality from time to time. Monthly Subscription - HK$88 per month (New VIP can join free for a month) for unlimited watch on selected "VIP Unlimited" programs and extra credits to select at least 2 latest blockbusters. - Payment is charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase - Your account will be charged for renewal at least 24 hours before end of the current period - Auto-renewal may be turned off at any time by visiting Account Settings after purchase - You can cancel anytime by turning off the auto-renewal in your Account Settings - After cancelling, your subscription benefits will be terminated at the end of your current billing period cycle. For any inquiries or comments on our service, please contact us via our website hmvod.com.hk or email to cs@hmvod.com.hk Terms and Condition: https://hmvod.com.hk/#/category/detail Privacy Statement: https://hmvod.com.hk/#/category/privacystate

About

Singtel Cast

Stream on-demand movies, TV series, and live sports from various regions. Download content for offline viewing and access curated edutainment for children. Enjoy live channels and partner app content.

Highlights
  • On-demand movies and TV series
  • LIVE sporting events
  • Download for offline viewing
  • Edutainment for children
  • LIVE channel streaming
  • Access partner apps
Features
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Watch on-demand movies and TV series, LIVE sporting events, straight from your mobile phones or tablet, legally! We’ve packed the latest entertainment from US, Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong and China, and curated edutainment shows designed for children. The ‘Download’ feature lets you download your shows while at home and watch them while on-the-go without having to worry about data. Plus, there's our popular Sports Plus pack, bringing you LIVE sporting action including Premier League and more. CAST and its free zone is available for everyone to trial. All it takes? A CAST account! Enjoy more content anytime, anywhere when you subscribe to our many packs. Our programmes are refreshed regularly so don’t be surprised when we pack in more entertainment! CAST Features • Waiting Lounge: For all to sample what we have offered on CAST. • Download: Download on-demand shows and watch them without having to worry about data. • SD/HD streaming: Control your data consumption when you stream on demand content instantaneously. • LIVE channel viewing: LIVE channels such as KBS World, Jia Le and Nickelodeon are available for streaming. • LIVE channel Daily Programming Guide: Browse through upcoming shows available for streaming for the day. • Access partner apps: Our content extends to partner apps - Viu Premium for the latest Korean drama, and HBO GO for award-winning movies and series and more. • Auto Log-on: Singtel Mobile subscribers can log in automatically via Singtel mobile network. Only available in Singapore.

Screenshots

hmvod4 screens
Singtel Cast4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Singtel Cast at none against hmvod's 10. hmvod's advantage is update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. hmvod sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Singtel Cast asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

hmvod ships an update every 4 weeks, Singtel Cast every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
hmvod versus Singtel Cast: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterhmvodSingtel Cast
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews5.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TViPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB62 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperAnyplexSingtel Idea Factory Pte Ltd

Customer experience

hmvod

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Singtel Cast

Written reviews57 reviews
Positive5.3%
Neutral5.3%
Negative89.5%

Bugs and requests

hmvod

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Singtel Cast

Reported bugs

76 issues
  • Unable to login
  • Cannot activate subscription
  • App stops playing after a few minutes
  • Kicks user back to home page while watching
  • Routinely comes out of the channel
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  • Subscription not showing on app
  • App crashes frequently
  • Video quality inconsistent
  • Customer support unresponsive
  • Live TV features can't go full screen
  • Cannot go back in Live TV
  • App cannot pair any device
  • Cannot watch subscribed program overseas
  • Image gets blurry frequently
  • Unable to log in CAST
  • Stuck at get OTP button
  • Apple TV app doesn't load to home page
  • Takes forever to load search results
  • Player forgets where you left off
  • Live TV jumps back up when scrolling
  • Search results show individual episodes
  • No way to unsubscribe
  • Times out in AirPlay
  • Doesn't cast to TV
  • App claims details are invalid
  • Payment failed but charged
  • Content not updated
  • Cannot log in with paid subscription
  • UI and app connectivity sub par
  • Troublesome to unsubscribe
  • Poor resolution and frequent disconnects when casting
  • On demand programs not classified
  • App does not reflect subscription
  • EPL live playback unreliable
  • App not working at all
  • Screen halt with only sound
  • Launch page defaulted to portrait
  • App not user friendly
  • Monthly subscription charges deducted after unsubscribing
  • App kicks user out frequently
  • Media content invalid
  • Constantly moving icons in on-demand menu
  • Charged twice for credit card enrollment
  • No credit card saved
  • No way to sign up for programs
  • Customer service can't help
  • Series not under one title
  • Search is terrible
  • On demand section doesn't have search
  • Not all seasons displayed
  • Technical support said bug with login
  • Full episode name scrolling
  • No way to customize favorite shows
  • App disconnects from casting
  • Cannot change channels without re-casting
  • Stopped updating HBO GO
  • Subtitle availability random and limited
  • Jittery videos on live channels
  • Downloaded videos auto deleted/cleared
  • Sports Plus no longer available on Apple TV
  • Tech support doesn't know how CAST works
  • App keeps shutting down
  • Extremely lagging speed
  • No feedback or support link in the app
  • Loading screen circle
  • App is laggy, unusable and unreliable
  • All subscription channels gone on Apple TV
  • CAST Technical Support is rubbish
  • Highly unreliable live feed
  • Consistently lags and crashes
  • Channel blocked while active subscriber
  • App hangs all the way
  • Quality keeps dropping
  • App keeps hanging throughout the match
  • Couldn't download certain contents due to bug
  • Subscription not activated

Requested features

6 requests
  • Picture-in-picture support
  • Change audio and subtitle options
  • Grid layout for on-demand menu
  • Ability to remove shows from history
  • Dark mode option
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  • Advanced analytics dashboard

In-app purchases

10 purchases

hmvod

Subscriptions6
  • CNY 1-month Pass1 Month trial$5.991 Month
  • 1-month Pass1 Month trial$11.491 Month
  • 6-month Pass1 Month trial$33.996 Months
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  • 6-months Pass1 Month trial$59.996 Months
  • 12-month Pass1 Month trial$63.991 Year
  • 12-months Pass$63.991 Year
One-time4
  • Cinema Online$2.99
  • Cinema Online$3.99
  • PURCHASE 60 CREDITS$7.99
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  • PURCHASE 120 CREDITS$12.99
None

Singtel Cast

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is hmvod free?
hmvod is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Singtel Cast free?
Singtel Cast is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do hmvod or Singtel Cast have ads?
Neither hmvod nor Singtel Cast shows ads.
Which is updated more often, hmvod or Singtel Cast?
hmvod ships an update every 4 weeks, and Singtel Cast every 3 months. Most recently, hmvod was updated on September 25, 2026 and Singtel Cast on October 13, 2026.

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