# WS Player vs Fast Player

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Fast Player at 68% against WS Player's 4%. Fast Player also leads on rating (4.5 vs 1.9) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 7 months). WS Player's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Fast Player sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per year. WS Player asks for nothing beyond the download.

Fast Player holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Fast Player has 5K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 4% of WS Player's written reviews are positive against 68% of Fast Player's.

WS Player ships an update every 7 months, Fast Player every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WS Player | Fast Player |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.9 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ws-player/id566510843/reviews) | **[4.5 (5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fast-player-video-player/id1320554555/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 9 | **5K** |
| Positive reviews | 3.6% of reviews | **67.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 22 MB | 161 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [WebStream Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/521633791) | [章健 杨](https://appshunter.io/developer/1566849627) |

## What reviewers say

### WS Player

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ws-player/id566510843)

This app allows you to download and play videos, including DRM-protected content from web streams. Downloaded videos are stored in a library for offline viewing anytime, anywhere. It also supports VR video playback.

**Highlights:** Play DRM-protected content, Download and manage videos, Offline playback, VR video support, Library for saved content, Sort by download date/title

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Fast Player

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fast-player-video-player/id1320554555)

This app plays nearly all audio and video formats, including M3U8 playlists and streaming videos. It offers advanced playback controls, custom subtitle support, and multiple file transfer methods. Secure your media with password protection and enjoy casting to your TV.

**Highlights:** Plays all audio/video formats, M3U8 playlist and IPTV support, Custom subtitle downloads, Multiple file transfer options, Cloud drive integration, Casting to TV (Chromecast, AirPlay), Archive file support, Password protection for privacy

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual professional version | $3.99 | per year |
| Compress / unzip the file | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Passcode Lock | $0.99 | one-time |
| Professional Version | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and user-friendly
- 👍 Versatile and plays various file formats
- 💡 Useful for transferring and managing media files
- 👍 Simple and intuitive interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional freezing and crashing issues
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 📢 Intrusive ads in free version
- 🔒 Concerns about data privacy and sharing

**Reported bugs**

- Videos not playing correctly or only showing audio
- App failing to remember playback position
- Issues with file format compatibility
- Unexpected app crashes and freezes

**Requested features**

- Add shuffle and repeat options
- Implement picture-in-picture mode
- Improve playlist management and file ordering
- Provide better Bluetooth/AirPlay support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WS Player free?

WS Player is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Fast Player free?

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

### Which has better reviews, WS Player or Fast Player?

Fast Player is rated higher. WS Player averages 1.9 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Fast Player averages 4.5 from 5K ratings.

### Do WS Player or Fast Player have ads?

Fast Player shows ads; WS Player does not.

### Which is updated more often, WS Player or Fast Player?

WS Player ships an update every 7 months, and Fast Player every 3 weeks. Most recently, WS Player was updated on October 23, 2026 and Fast Player on October 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.*