# VariTheme vs Hooks for YouTube

The clearest difference is rating: VariTheme at 3.8 against Hooks for YouTube's 3.0. VariTheme also leads on ratings volume (6 vs 2). Hooks for YouTube's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. VariTheme sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per year and Hooks for YouTube sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 6 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

VariTheme holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 2 respectively.

VariTheme ships an update every 3 weeks, Hooks for YouTube every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | VariTheme | Hooks for YouTube |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.8 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/varitheme/id6447333832/reviews)** | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hooks-for-youtube-pip-video/id6480011338/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **6** | 2 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 68 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MeetStar Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1483723700) | [Miguel Angel Diaz Lopez](https://appshunter.io/developer/597150264) |

## What reviewers say

### VariTheme

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/varitheme/id6447333832)

Customize your device with unique themes that combine widgets and wallpapers. Access essential information like time, alarms, and calendars directly from your home screen with various widget options.

**Highlights:** 2-in-1 themes with widgets and images, Various widgets for time, alarm, calendar, Information on home screen, VIP-exclusive features, 3-day free trial

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP | $6.99 | per year |
| VIP | $6.99 | per year |


### Hooks for YouTube

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hooks-for-youtube-pip-video/id6480011338)

Experience YouTube without interruptions. This app blocks ads and pop-ups, allowing for seamless ad-free viewing. Enjoy multitasking with Picture-in-Picture mode and background playback for enhanced convenience.

**Highlights:** Ad-free YouTube viewing, Picture-in-Picture mode, Background video playback, Blocks pop-ups and banners, No tracking

**Features:** Safari Extension

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $0.99 | per 6 months |
| Premium | $1.99 | per year |
| Premium+ | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VariTheme free?

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

### Is Hooks for YouTube free?

Hooks for YouTube is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, VariTheme or Hooks for YouTube?

VariTheme is rated higher. VariTheme averages 3.8 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Hooks for YouTube averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do VariTheme or Hooks for YouTube have ads?

VariTheme shows ads; Hooks for YouTube does not.

### Which is updated more often, VariTheme or Hooks for YouTube?

VariTheme ships an update every 3 weeks, and Hooks for YouTube every 2 days. Most recently, VariTheme was updated on October 25, 2026 and Hooks for YouTube on October 27, 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.*