# Video + vs ISTAR MEDIA Activecode

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Video + at 80% against ISTAR MEDIA Activecode's 33%. Video + also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.6) and ratings volume (12K vs 30). ISTAR MEDIA Activecode's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Video + sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. ISTAR MEDIA Activecode asks for nothing beyond the download.

Video + holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Video + has 12K ratings behind it against 30, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of Video +'s written reviews are positive against 33% of ISTAR MEDIA Activecode's.

Video + ships an update every 2 weeks, ISTAR MEDIA Activecode every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and June 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Video + | ISTAR MEDIA Activecode |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-plus-player-for-cloud/id564484459/reviews)** | [3.6 (30 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/istar-media-activecode/id1491355557/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **12K** | 30 |
| Positive reviews | **79.6% of reviews** | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 60 MB | 29 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [志鹏 汤](https://appshunter.io/developer/903292645) | [ISTAR COMPANY FOR GENERAL TRADING, ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT AND COMMERCIAL AGENCIES LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1717291037) |

## 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


### ISTAR MEDIA Activecode

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/istar-media-activecode/id1491355557)

This utility app provides access to online services for active devices. It facilitates connections and management for various electronic equipment.

**Highlights:** Online service access, Active device management, Electronic equipment support, Connectivity solutions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Video + free?

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

### Is ISTAR MEDIA Activecode free?

ISTAR MEDIA Activecode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Video + or ISTAR MEDIA Activecode?

Video + is rated higher. Video + averages 4.5 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while ISTAR MEDIA Activecode averages 3.6 from 30 ratings.

### Do Video + or ISTAR MEDIA Activecode have ads?

Video + shows ads; ISTAR MEDIA Activecode does not.

### Which is updated more often, Video + or ISTAR MEDIA Activecode?

Video + ships an update every 2 weeks, and ISTAR MEDIA Activecode every 3 weeks. Most recently, Video + was updated on September 27, 2026 and ISTAR MEDIA Activecode on June 9, 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.*