# Vimeo vs BroadwayHD

The clearest difference is rating: Vimeo at 4.5 against BroadwayHD's 2.5. Vimeo also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and review sentiment (49% vs 13%). BroadwayHD's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Vimeo sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month and BroadwayHD sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Vimeo holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Vimeo has 12K ratings behind it against 27, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 49% of Vimeo's written reviews are positive against 13% of BroadwayHD's.

Vimeo ships an update fortnightly, BroadwayHD every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Vimeo | BroadwayHD |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vimeo/id425194759/reviews)** | [2.5 (27 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/broadwayhd/id1121102145/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **12K** | 27 |
| Positive reviews | **49.2% of reviews** | 13.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#27** | — |
| Size | 149 MB | 111 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Vision Pro | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Vimeo.com, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/425194762) | [BroadwayHD LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1112140986) |

## What reviewers say

### Vimeo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vimeo/id425194759)

**Currently charting:** #27 Top Free · Photo & Video, #52 Top Grossing · Photo & Video (US App Store)

Watch and upload high-quality videos in 4K HDR without ads. Access AI-powered tools for script generation and text-based editing, and collaborate with teams. Save videos for offline viewing and stream live events.

**Highlights:** Ad-free 4K Ultra HD video playback, AI-powered script generation, Built-in teleprompter for recording, Text-based video editing, Live streaming capabilities, Offline video viewing, Team collaboration and management

**Features:** SharePlay

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Vimeo Plus Monthly - 5GB/week | $11.99 | per month |
| Vimeo Starter Monthly | $20.00 | per month |
| Vimeo Pro Monthly | $24.99 | per month |
| Vimeo Standard Monthly | $41.00 | per month |
| Vimeo Plus Annual | $83.99 | per year |
| Vimeo Monthly plan | $109.99 | per month |
| Vimeo Advanced Monthly | $124.99 | per month |
| Vimeo Starter Annual | $143.99 | per year |
| Vimeo Standard Annual | $300.00 | per year |
| Vimeo Advanced Annual | $900.00 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Great video quality
- 💡 Spatial video support
- 🚀 Fast and efficient

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Search function not working
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🐛 Inconsistent user experience
- 🔒 Privacy and security concerns
- 💰 Expensive subscription

**Reported bugs**

- Deleted videos not recoverable
- Purchased videos not accessible
- Inconsistent playback performance
- Unreliable upload and sync

**Requested features**

- Improved search functionality
- Better video management tools
- Offline viewing options
- More customization and control
- Easier account management


### BroadwayHD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/broadwayhd/id1121102145)

Stream live theatre performances from Broadway, Off-Broadway, and London's West End. Enjoy exclusive content and classic productions, bringing the magic of the stage directly to your screen. This service aims to preserve and promote live theatre for a global audience.

**Highlights:** Broadway, Off-Broadway, West End shows, Exclusive theatre content, Classics and new productions, Professional touring shows, Preserves live theatre

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Monthly subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $199.99 | per year |
| Annual subscription | $199.99 | per year |
| Two-day Show Rental | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎬 Great selection of shows
- 🎥 High-quality recordings
- 🎭 Ability to watch Broadway productions at home
- 🤩 Enticing and engaging content

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent buffering and streaming issues
- 🔍 Limited search and navigation features
- 💳 High subscription cost compared to content
- 🔒 Inability to cast or stream to TV
- 🔁 Inconsistent login and account management

**Reported bugs**

- Shows not playing or getting locked after subscription
- App crashes and freezes frequently
- Inability to log in or access account on various devices
- Inconsistent behavior across platforms (web, mobile, TV)

**Requested features**

- Add more recent and popular Broadway shows
- Improve video player functionality (scrubbing, resume playback)
- Implement Chromecast and AirPlay support
- Provide offline viewing and download options
- Enhance app performance and stability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Vimeo free?

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

### Is BroadwayHD free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Vimeo or BroadwayHD?

Vimeo is rated higher. Vimeo averages 4.5 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while BroadwayHD averages 2.5 from 27 ratings.

### Do Vimeo or BroadwayHD have ads?

Neither Vimeo nor BroadwayHD shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Vimeo or BroadwayHD?

Vimeo ships an update fortnightly, and BroadwayHD every 2 months. Most recently, Vimeo was updated on September 26, 2026 and BroadwayHD on September 24, 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.*