# Video + vs VideoBox

Video + and VideoBox both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 80% of Video +'s written reviews are positive against 33% of VideoBox's. Video + also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 months) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). VideoBox's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Video + sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and VideoBox sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Video + against 4.5 for VideoBox. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Video + has 12K ratings behind it against 140, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 80% of Video +'s written reviews are positive against 33% of VideoBox's.

Video + ships an update every 3 weeks, VideoBox every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Video + | VideoBox |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-plus-player-for-cloud/id564484459/reviews) | [4.5 (140 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/videobox-cloud-video-player/id1003166435/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **12K** | 140 |
| Positive reviews | **79.6% of reviews** | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 59 MB | 83 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [志鹏 汤](https://appshunter.io/developer/903292645) | [Yajing Qian](https://appshunter.io/developer/566517066) |

## What reviewers say

### Video +

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-plus-player-for-cloud/id564484459)

This app serves as a comprehensive video player that allows you to import videos from cloud storage services like Dropbox and Google Drive, as well as your device's camera roll. It offers enhanced security features and supports various video formats and playback options.

**Highlights:** Import from cloud storage (Dropbox, Google Drive), Import from camera roll, Touch ID and passcode authentication, Supports MP4, MOV, M4V formats, Playlist creation and management, Background video playback, AirPlay support

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Video + Pro Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Video + Pro Yearly | $8.99 | per year |
| Video + Pro Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast downloads
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Offline playback
- 🎶 Great for music/video

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 💸 Too many ads
- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 🚫 Incompatible with newer devices

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when opening
- Videos stop playing randomly
- Download function not working
- Layout issues on newer iPhones

**Requested features**

- Add browser option to download videos
- Implement background playback
- Improve video quality options
- Add account/sync feature to save downloads


### VideoBox

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/videobox-cloud-video-player/id1003166435)

Stream and download videos directly from your cloud storage services like Dropbox and Google Drive. This app also offers video editing tools, file management, and secure playback options.

**Highlights:** Download and stream from cloud services, Network stream playback, Wi-Fi transfer, Video conversion, Trim, compress, reverse video, File and folder management, Passcode lock with biometrics

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Weekly Subscription | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Pro Upgrade | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Video + free?

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

### Is VideoBox free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Video + or VideoBox?

Video + and VideoBox are both rated 4.5 out of 5 on the App Store, from 12K and 140 ratings respectively.

### Do Video + or VideoBox have ads?

Both Video + and VideoBox show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Video + or VideoBox?

Video + ships an update every 3 weeks, and VideoBox every 6 months. Most recently, Video + was updated on September 25, 2026 and VideoBox on September 21, 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.*