# PureShort vs HiShort

The clearest difference is rating: HiShort at 4.4 against PureShort's 1.4. HiShort also leads on ratings volume (895 vs 24). PureShort's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PureShort sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and HiShort sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $18.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

HiShort holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HiShort has 895 ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 4% of PureShort's written reviews are positive against 12% of HiShort's.

PureShort ships an update every 3 weeks, HiShort every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PureShort | HiShort |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.4 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pureshort/id6462087539/reviews) | **[4.4 (895 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hishort/id6473901467/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 24 | **895** |
| Positive reviews | 4.0% of reviews | **11.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 41 MB | 138 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [BLACK GEMSTONE CULTURE MEDIA PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1702835757) | [HONG KONG ELEPHANT NETWORK TECHNOLOGY CO., LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1601600836) |

## What reviewers say

### PureShort

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pureshort/id6462087539)

Discover a vast collection of short films and movies across various genres like romance, fantasy, and thrillers. This app offers a curated cinematic experience, bringing captivating stories to your pocket for quick entertainment.

**Highlights:** Extensive collection of short films, Diverse genre selection, Curated content, Mobile cinematic escape, Storytelling experience

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 350Coins | $4.89 | one-time |
| 500Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 700Coins | $9.89 | one-time |
| 1000Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1200Coins | $14.99 | one-time |
| 2000Coin | $19.99 | one-time |
| 3000Coins | $29.99 | one-time |
| 5000Coins | $49.99 | one-time |
| 10000Coins | $99.99 | one-time |


### HiShort

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hishort/id6473901467)

Discover a vast library of dramas, from romance and adventure to historical and urban tales. Enjoy exclusive releases and seamless HD streaming on your mobile device. Elevate your entertainment with captivating storylines and a smooth viewing experience.

**Highlights:** Unlimited drama library, Multiple genres available, Exclusive releases, Continuous updates, HD streaming, Smooth viewing experience

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Auto-Renewal | $18.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Auto-Renewal- Benefits | $18.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Auto-Renewal- Benefits | $29.99 | per month |
| Monthly Auto-Renewal | $29.99 | per month |
| Annual Auto-Renewal | $99.99 | per year |
| Coins Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Coins Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Coins Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| Coins Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| Coins Pack | $49.99 | one-time |
| 5200 coins + bonus coins | $79.99 | one-time |
| Coins Pack | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent variety and price
- 👍 Great stories

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Costly subscription
- 🔒 No free access to content
- 🐛 Unstable app with frequent logout issues
- 🔍 Poor search and discovery
- 🔤 Unreliable subtitles and translations

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription issues - charged but no access
- Videos not working even with paid subscription
- Constant log-outs during viewing

**Requested features**

- Bring back old subscription model
- Add option to earn bonus points/watch ads
- Improve content discovery and search
- Fix subtitle and translation issues


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PureShort free?

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

### Is HiShort free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PureShort or HiShort?

HiShort is rated higher. PureShort averages 1.4 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while HiShort averages 4.4 from 895 ratings.

### Do PureShort or HiShort have ads?

HiShort shows ads; PureShort does not.

### Which is updated more often, PureShort or HiShort?

PureShort ships an update every 3 weeks, and HiShort every 2 weeks. Most recently, PureShort was updated on September 18, 2026 and HiShort on September 23, 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.*