# PlotShort vs ShotShort

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ShotShort at 74% against PlotShort's 0%. ShotShort also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.3) and ratings volume (24K vs 6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PlotShort sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $59.99 per month and ShotShort sells 25 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ShotShort holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ShotShort has 24K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of PlotShort's written reviews are positive against 74% of ShotShort's.

PlotShort ships an update every 2 weeks, ShotShort weekly. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PlotShort | ShotShort |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plotshort-plot-dramas/id6470661877/reviews) | **[4.8 (24K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shotshort-dramas-and-shorts/id6472757546/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **24K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **74.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 73 MB | 120 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.2** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [connect space limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1789253747) | [Nanjing Radiance Network Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1717708446) |

## What reviewers say

### PlotShort

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plotshort-plot-dramas/id6470661877)

This platform offers curated short video clips from movies and TV shows, designed for a fast-paced, vertical viewing experience. It provides daily new content and fosters community discussions, aiming to be an indispensable part of your daily entertainment.

**Highlights:** Vertical viewing experience, Daily new content, Snappy and engaging, Community discussions, Subscription options

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly VIP | $59.99 | per month |
| Monthly VIP | $99.99 | per month |
| one-time purchase | $0.99 | one-time |
| one-time purchase | $2.99 | one-time |
| one-time purchase | $4.99 | one-time |
| one-time purchase | $9.99 | one-time |
| one-time purchase | $12.99 | one-time |
| one-time purchase | $14.99 | one-time |
| one-time purchase | $24.99 | one-time |
| one-time purchase | $49.99 | one-time |
| one-time purchase | $99.99 | one-time |


### ShotShort

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shotshort-dramas-and-shorts/id6472757546)

Enjoy high-quality short dramas designed for busy lives, with episodes just a few minutes long. Explore a wide variety of genres, from romance to fantasy, with new stories added weekly. Watch anytime, anywhere in stunning HD.

**Highlights:** Short episodes (minutes long), Diverse genres (romance, fantasy, thriller), New content added weekly, Personalized recommendations, HD quality viewing, Multilingual subtitles

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (25)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription no-ads | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription no-ads | $4.99 | per month |
| Weekly Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Coins Subscription | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Coins Subscription | $19.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $19.99 | per 7 days |
| Shot Short Subscription | $19.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $49.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $199.99 | per year |
| 1.99 Recharge | $1.99 | one-time |
| 40 Coins | $3.99 | one-time |
| 4.99 Recharge | $4.99 | one-time |
| 8.99 Recharge | $8.99 | one-time |
| 1000+50 Recharge | $9.99 | one-time |
| 12.99 Recharge | $12.99 | one-time |
| 150 Coins | $14.99 | one-time |
| 19.99 Recharge | $19.99 | one-time |
| 24.99 Recharge | $24.99 | one-time |
| 29.99 Recharge | $29.99 | one-time |
| Monthly Pack | $49.99 | one-time |
| 49.99 Recharge | $49.99 | one-time |
| 800 Coins | $79.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Coins | $99.99 | one-time |
| Yearly Pack | $199.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great story lines
- 🚀 Easy to use app
- 💡 Interesting drama topics
- 🎬 Captivating short films

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Episodes are too expensive
- 🔒 Limited ways to earn free coins
- 🕰️ Short episode lengths
- 🛑 Lack of free/bonus content

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent coin rewards
- Playback issues/freezing

**Requested features**

- More ways to earn free coins
- Longer episode lengths
- Ability to continue watching from where you left off
- More diverse story options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PlotShort free?

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

### Is ShotShort free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PlotShort or ShotShort?

ShotShort is rated higher. PlotShort averages 3.3 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while ShotShort averages 4.8 from 24K ratings.

### Do PlotShort or ShotShort have ads?

Both PlotShort and ShotShort show ads.

### Which is updated more often, PlotShort or ShotShort?

PlotShort ships an update every 2 weeks, and ShotShort weekly. Most recently, PlotShort was updated on June 1, 2026 and ShotShort on September 25, 2026.

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