Comparison

Amazon Prime Video vs Sift

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

Head to head
About

Amazon Prime Video

Stream a vast library of movies, TV shows, live events, and sports. Discover original series and films, rent or buy new releases, and enjoy personalized recommendations. Download content to watch offline and create individual profiles for a tailored viewing experience.

Highlights
  • Watch original series and movies
  • Download videos for offline viewing
  • Rent or buy new releases
  • Personalized recommendations
  • Multiple user profiles
  • X-Ray access powered by IMDb
Features
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Prime Video is your all-in-one destination for hit movies, series and TV, live sports, and more. Stream the hit sci-fi adventure Project Hail Mary and the epic fantasy Masters of the Universe, now streaming on Prime Video. From gripping originals like Reacher, Every Year After, Spider Noir, and Off Campus to blockbuster films and live entertainment, there's always something worth watching. Personalized recommendations help you find your next favorite show or movie without the scroll. Prime Video brings the best of TV and film together with your favorite live sports. Your Prime membership includes Thursday Night Football, select WNBA & NBA games, and more. Watch even more of the movies, TV, and live sports you love when you choose from 100+ subscriptions like Starz and Apple TV+ — all in one app. Download videos for offline viewing, cast to your TV, and create profiles so everyone in the house gets a personalized entertainment experience. One app. Endless entertainment. Watch your favorite movies, TV, and live sports—all on Prime Video. TV and Series • Edge-of-your-seat originals like Reacher, The Boys, Fallout, and Spider-Noir streaming on Prime Video • Addictive series including Off Campus, Every Year After, and The Summer I Turned Pretty • Epic worlds brought to life on your TV with The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power and more • Go behind the scenes with exclusive X-Ray access, powered by IMDb Movies • Stream new hit releases like Project Hail Mary and Masters of the Universe, now on Prime Video • Watch hit Prime Video originals such as Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan: Ghost War, Your Fault: London and more • Rent or buy newly released films the same day they hit digital • Download videos and watch your favorite movies offline, anywhere, anytime Sports • Watch live NFL games with Thursday Night Football • Watch select NBA and WNBA games Enjoy Prime Video updates on your Apple TV or Mac by downloading the latest app from the App Store on your device. If you subscribe to Prime Video, payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase, and your membership automatically renews monthly unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the then current plan period. Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of each plan period at the rate of your selected plan. Manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal anytime by going to My Account. For customers located within the European Union, United Kingdom or Brazil: By using this app, you agree to the Amazon Conditions of Use and the Prime Video Terms of Use at primevideo.com/ww-av-legal-home. See our Privacy Notice, Cookies Notice and Interest-Based Ads Notice at primevideo.com/ww-av-legal-home. For all other customers: By using this app, you agree to the Amazon Conditions of Use, Privacy Notice, and the Prime Video Terms of Use at primevideo.com/ww-av-legal-home.

About

Sift

Features
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Ever wondered how your conversations really flow over time? Sift analyzes imported conversation data and transforms it into clear statistics, meaningful patterns, and fun discoveries. Deep Conversation Statistics Sift breaks down your chats into measurable insights, including: Total messages sent Average text response time Peak chat times during the day Most active day of conversation Longest chat streak Longest silence period See how conversations evolve, pause, and restart. Most used emojis Most used words Favorite catchphrase Who edits messages the most Who double texts the most Who curses the most Patterns emerge when you zoom out. Media & Memory Highlights Go beyond text: Who shared the most media files Who remembers the most special occasions The very first chat page where it all began A mix of nostalgia and data. Playful Comparisons Sift also adds a fun layer to analysis: Who dominates the conversation Who keeps chats alive The thirstiest texter, based on expressive emoji usage Lighthearted insights designed for curiosity not judgment. Privacy Comes First All analysis happens entirely on your device No data is uploaded or shared Conversations can be deleted anytime No account required Your conversations stay yours. Simple, Fast, Insightful Sift is built for clarity: Clean visual summaries Fast processing Easy-to-understand results Whether you’re curious, analytical, or just having fun, Sift helps you see conversations differently. Download Sift Turn raw conversation data into insights worth exploring. Standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Amazon Prime Video4 screens
Sift4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Sift at none against Amazon Prime Video's shown. Sift also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 4 days) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). Amazon Prime Video's advantage is chart position (#7 vs unranked). On price, in-app purchases 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. Amazon Prime Video sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Sift sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Amazon Prime Video ships an update every 4 days, Sift daily. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Amazon Prime Video versus Sift: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAmazon Prime VideoSift
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (3.1M ratings) — better—
Positive reviews16.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings3.1M — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 daysDaily — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#7 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size348 MB59 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperAMZN Mobile LLCDuwit Technologies

Bugs and requests

Amazon Prime Video

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Frequent playback issues and buffering
  • Subtitles not working correctly
  • App crashes and freezes on various devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improved search and browsing experience
  • Ability to create user profiles and watchlists
  • Seamless Chromecast/AirPlay integration
  • Better organization of free vs. paid content

Sift

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Amazon Prime Video

Subscriptions3
  • Ad free$2.991 Month
  • Prime Video Monthly1 Month trial$8.991 Month
  • Prime Video Monthly$8.991 Month
4 purchases

Sift

Subscriptions3
  • Sift Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Sift Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Sift Annual$42.491 Year
One-time1
  • Sift Lifetime$89.99

Questions

Is Amazon Prime Video free?
Amazon Prime Video is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sift free?
Sift is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Amazon Prime Video or Sift have ads?
Amazon Prime Video shows ads; Sift does not.
Which is updated more often, Amazon Prime Video or Sift?
Amazon Prime Video ships an update every 4 days, and Sift daily. Most recently, Amazon Prime Video was updated on October 30, 2026 and Sift on October 24, 2026.

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