# CC Short vs MiniNovela

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MiniNovela at none against CC Short's 20. MiniNovela also leads on ads (none vs shown). On update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 20, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | CC Short | MiniNovela |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | — |
| Rating | **[4.7 (933 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cc-short/id6476357950/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **933** | — |
| Positive reviews | 24.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 53 MB | 120 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | +17 |
| Developer | [CC Information Technology Co., Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1726514933) | [Hangzhou Starway Digital Film Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/6797940297) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP Weekly Subscription | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| VIP Monthly Subscription | $29.99 | per month |
| VIP Annual Subscription | $74.99 | per year |
| One-time Purchase | $1.99 | one-time |
| One-time Purchase | $3.99 | one-time |
| One-time Purchase | $4.99 | one-time |
| One-time Purchase | $6.99 | one-time |
| One-time Purchase | $9.99 | one-time |
| One Week VIP | $12.99 | one-time |
| Weekly VIP | $14.99 | one-time |
| One-time Purchase | $17.99 | one-time |
| Monthly VIP | $19.99 | one-time |
| One-time Purchase | $24.99 | one-time |
| One-time Purchase | $34.99 | one-time |
| vip-quarterly | $39.99 | one-time |
| Annual VIP | $49.99 | one-time |
| vip-halfyear | $59.99 | one-time |
| vip-year | $99.99 | 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


### MiniNovela

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mininovela/id6797940295)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CC Short free?

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

### Is MiniNovela free?

Pricing for MiniNovela is not currently listed on the App Store.

### Do CC Short or MiniNovela have ads?

CC Short shows ads; MiniNovela does not.

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

CC Short ships an update every 2 weeks, and MiniNovela every 2 weeks. Most recently, CC Short was updated on October 20, 2026 and MiniNovela on October 20, 2026.

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