Comparison

MoniCast vs BeeJoy

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

MoniCast

Features
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Monicast lets you create and host your own podcast, connecting you with a global audience in real-time. Whether you're broadcasting solo or collaborating with multiple hosts, Monicast brings your content to life with seamless live streaming. Experience dynamic interaction with your listeners, explore creative streaming formats, and enjoy the flexibility of public or private sessions. Rest assured, your content is fully protected—every live stream is encrypted end-to-end, ensuring a secure and private experience for both you and your audience.

About

BeeJoy

This app offers advanced playback for local, network, and media server content, including Blu-ray ISOs and BDMV folders. It supports HDR video, Dolby Atmos audio, and various network streaming protocols for a flexible, high-quality viewing experience on Apple devices.

Highlights
  • Blu-ray ISO and BDMV playback
  • Network streaming (SMB, WebDAV, FTP, SFTP, NFS)
  • Media server integration (Emby, Jellyfin, Plex)
  • HDR and Dolby Vision support
  • Dolby Atmos audio
  • Playback from local, NAS, and remote sources
  • Advanced playback controls
Features
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BeeJoy is an advanced video player built for high-quality local, network and media server playback. Key Features • Blu-ray support: Play ISO files and BDMV folders from local or network storage • Network streaming: SMB, WebDAV, FTP, SFTP and NFS • Media servers: Emby, Jellyfin, Plex and fnOS • HDR video: HDR and Dolby Vision on supported content and devices • Immersive audio: Dolby Atmos support • Flexible media access: Play from local storage, NAS and remote sources • Advanced controls: Extensive video, audio, subtitle and playback options Whether you're watching local videos, Blu-ray content, or media stored on your NAS, BeeJoy delivers a flexible and high-quality playback experience across supported Apple devices. More features and improvements are continuously being added.

Screenshots

MoniCast4 screens
BeeJoy3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MoniCast at none against BeeJoy's 5. BeeJoy's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months). On price and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. BeeJoy sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. MoniCast asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MoniCast ships an update every 2 months, BeeJoy every 9 days. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
MoniCast versus BeeJoy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMoniCastBeeJoy
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.1 (15 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—81.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—15 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB158 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperShanghai Mokong Technology Co. Ltd.伟锋 李

In-app purchases

None

MoniCast

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

BeeJoy

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly$1.991 Month
  • 3 Months$3.993 Months
  • 6 Months$6.996 Months
Show 1 more
  • 1 Year$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$14.99

Questions

Is MoniCast free?
MoniCast is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BeeJoy free?
BeeJoy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MoniCast or BeeJoy have ads?
MoniCast shows ads; BeeJoy does not.
Which is updated more often, MoniCast or BeeJoy?
MoniCast ships an update every 2 months, and BeeJoy every 9 days. Most recently, MoniCast was updated on November 4, 2026 and BeeJoy on November 4, 2026.

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