# HiShort vs CC Short

The clearest difference is rating: CC Short at 4.7 against HiShort's 4.4. CC Short also leads on review sentiment (24% vs 12%). HiShort's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HiShort sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $18.99 per 7 days and CC Short sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

CC Short holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 894 and 934 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 12% of HiShort's written reviews are positive against 24% of CC Short's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | HiShort | CC Short |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (894 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hishort/id6473901467/reviews) | **[4.7 (934 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cc-short/id6476357950/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 894 | **934** |
| Positive reviews | 11.9% of reviews | **24.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 138 MB | 53 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [HONG KONG ELEPHANT NETWORK TECHNOLOGY CO., LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1601600836) | [CC Information Technology Co., Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1726514933) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 (10)**

| 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 |

**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


### CC Short

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cc-short/id6476357950)

Access a vast library of high-quality short dramas in HD, perfect for filling fragmented time. Explore diverse genres and exclusive original series with features like ad-free viewing and smooth playback for subscribers.

**Highlights:** Watch anytime, anywhere, Massive collection, diverse genres, Exclusive X Short originals, Ad-free viewing, Easy social media login, HD quality playback

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP Weekly Subscription | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| VIP Monthly Subscription | $29.99 | per month |
| One-time Purchase | $3.99 | one-time |
| One-time Purchase | $6.99 | one-time |
| One-time Purchase | $9.99 | one-time |
| Weekly VIP | $14.99 | one-time |
| One-time Purchase | $17.99 | one-time |
| Monthly VIP | $19.99 | one-time |
| One-time Purchase | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 📚 Wide variety of short drama content
- 💰 Free viewing options through daily ads and check-ins
- 👍 Engaging and attractive storylines
- 🎁 Bonus/reward system available
- ⚡ Quick customer service response (when contacted)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Expensive coin pricing (80 coins per episode)
- 🐛 Frequent buffering and loading issues
- 🐛 App crashes and black screen problems
- 🔄 Episodes reset to episode 1 instead of resuming
- 💳 Subscription payments not unlocking content

**Reported bugs**

- Ads not crediting coins to account
- Login not awarding promised rewards
- Episodes buffering for 5-10 seconds repeatedly
- App reverting to episode one on reopening
- White/black blank screen preventing app access

**Requested features**

- Make privacy settings persistent across sessions
- Add search functionality to find part two episodes
- Improve subscription management in app settings
- Better customer support contact options
- Free or easier coin earning methods


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HiShort free?

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

### Is CC Short free?

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

### Which has better reviews, HiShort or CC Short?

CC Short is rated higher. HiShort averages 4.4 out of 5 from 894 ratings, while CC Short averages 4.7 from 934 ratings.

### Do HiShort or CC Short have ads?

Both HiShort and CC Short show ads.

### Which is updated more often, HiShort or CC Short?

HiShort ships an update every 2 weeks, and CC Short every 2 weeks. Most recently, HiShort was updated on November 4, 2026 and CC Short on November 4, 2026.

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