# Hooks for YouTube vs PiP Splitware

The clearest difference is rating: PiP Splitware at 4.5 against Hooks for YouTube's 3.0. PiP Splitware also leads on ratings volume (151 vs 2). Hooks for YouTube's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 days vs monthly). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hooks for YouTube sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 6 months and PiP Splitware sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PiP Splitware holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PiP Splitware has 151 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Hooks for YouTube ships an update every 2 days, PiP Splitware monthly. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hooks for YouTube | PiP Splitware |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hooks-for-youtube-pip-video/id6480011338/reviews) | **[4.5 (151 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pip-splitware-floating-apps/id6503995211/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **151** |
| Positive reviews | — | 56.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 39 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.4 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Miguel Angel Diaz Lopez](https://appshunter.io/developer/597150264) | [5Season Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1632638759) |

## What reviewers say

### Hooks for YouTube

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hooks-for-youtube-pip-video/id6480011338)

Experience YouTube without interruptions. This app blocks ads and pop-ups, allowing for seamless ad-free viewing. Enjoy multitasking with Picture-in-Picture mode and background playback for enhanced convenience.

**Highlights:** Ad-free YouTube viewing, Picture-in-Picture mode, Background video playback, Blocks pop-ups and banners, No tracking

**Features:** Safari Extension

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $0.99 | per 6 months |
| Premium | $1.99 | per year |
| Premium+ | $9.99 | one-time |


### PiP Splitware

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pip-splitware-floating-apps/id6503995211)

Enhance your mobile experience with a floating window for seamless multitasking. Watch videos, browse the web, or view documents while using other applications simultaneously. Enjoy background audio playback and an integrated ad blocker for uninterrupted use.

**Highlights:** Picture-in-picture video playback, Background audio playback, Ad blocker, Floating browser, Floating document viewer, Simultaneous app windows

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Montly VIP | $1.99 | per month |
| Yearly VIP | $5.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hooks for YouTube free?

Hooks for YouTube is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PiP Splitware free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Hooks for YouTube or PiP Splitware?

PiP Splitware is rated higher. Hooks for YouTube averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while PiP Splitware averages 4.5 from 151 ratings.

### Do Hooks for YouTube or PiP Splitware have ads?

PiP Splitware shows ads; Hooks for YouTube does not.

### Which is updated more often, Hooks for YouTube or PiP Splitware?

Hooks for YouTube ships an update every 2 days, and PiP Splitware monthly. Most recently, Hooks for YouTube was updated on October 27, 2026 and PiP Splitware on October 27, 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.*