# hmvod vs Beamafilm

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Beamafilm at 80% against hmvod's 0%. Beamafilm also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.0) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). hmvod's advantage is update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. hmvod sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Beamafilm sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Beamafilm holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Beamafilm has 10 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of hmvod's written reviews are positive against 80% of Beamafilm's.

hmvod ships an update every 4 weeks, Beamafilm every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | hmvod | Beamafilm |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hmvod/id416967725/reviews) | **[5.0 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beamafilm/id1454610892/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **10** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **79.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 57 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Anyplex](https://appshunter.io/developer/416967728) | [Beamafilm Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1454610891) |

## What reviewers say

### hmvod

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hmvod/id416967725)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CNY 1-month Pass | $5.99 | per month |
| 1-month Pass | $11.49 | per month |
| 6-month Pass | $33.99 | per 6 months |
| 6-months Pass | $59.99 | per 6 months |
| 12-month Pass | $63.99 | per year |
| 12-months Pass | $63.99 | per year |
| Cinema Online | $2.99 | one-time |
| Cinema Online | $3.99 | one-time |
| PURCHASE 60 CREDITS | $7.99 | one-time |
| PURCHASE 120 CREDITS | $12.99 | one-time |


### Beamafilm

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beamafilm/id1454610892)

Access a curated collection of award-winning films, documentaries, and TV series without ads. Enjoy independent and local stories for free with a participating library card or through a Beamafilm membership.

**Highlights:** Ad-free streaming, Award-winning movies, Documentaries and TV series, Independent and local stories, Library card access, Beamafilm membership

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $5.99 | per month |
| Quarterly Subscription | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| 6-monthly Subscription | $29.99 | per 6 months |
| Annual Subscription | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎬 Exceptional curated content library with rare and hard-to-find films
- 💰 Free access through library membership
- 🌍 Diverse international and Australian/New Zealand content
- 📚 Excellent documentary and educational material selection
- 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly and safe entertainment options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Poor search and navigation functionality
- 🐛 App crashes and freezes frequently
- 📱 Inconsistent performance across different devices
- 🔌 Airplay/Chromecast casting issues
- 🔐 Login problems and sign-in difficulties

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on iPad and Apple TV
- Login screen freezes or gets stuck
- Audio not working on some devices
- Chromecast stream drops every 25 minutes
- Rewind function doesn't work on Apple TV

**Requested features**

- Improved search and filter functionality
- Picture-in-picture viewing mode
- Watchlist/favorites feature
- Multiple subtitle language options
- Better keyboard controls for iPad


## Frequently asked questions

### Is hmvod free?

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

### Is Beamafilm free?

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

### Which has better reviews, hmvod or Beamafilm?

Beamafilm is rated higher. hmvod averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Beamafilm averages 5.0 from 10 ratings.

### Do hmvod or Beamafilm have ads?

Neither hmvod nor Beamafilm shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, hmvod or Beamafilm?

hmvod ships an update every 4 weeks, and Beamafilm every 2 months. Most recently, hmvod was updated on November 1, 2026 and Beamafilm on November 2, 2026.

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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.*