# DramaHive vs GleeStream

The clearest difference is monetization model: DramaHive at free with in-app purchases against GleeStream's subscription. DramaHive also leads on review sentiment (11% vs 0%). GleeStream's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DramaHive sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $9.90 per 7 days and GleeStream sells 27 in-app purchases, starting at $6.90 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 1.4 for DramaHive against 1.4 for GleeStream. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 11 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 11% of DramaHive's written reviews are positive against 0% of GleeStream's.

DramaHive ships an update every 3 weeks, GleeStream every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DramaHive | GleeStream |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.4 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dramahive/id6738331731/reviews) | [1.4 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gleestream/id6744784547/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 9 | **11** |
| Positive reviews | **11.1% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 58 MB | 68 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Changsha Jiuxi Network Technology Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1840553660) | [Changsha Jinmo Network Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1809280842) |

## What reviewers say

### DramaHive

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dramahive/id6738331731)

Discover a world of captivating short dramas and original series. Enjoy diverse genres and personalized recommendations with a unique online video entertainment experience. Some content is available for free, with premium options requiring payment.

**Highlights:** Captivating short dramas, Original series, Diverse content genres, Personalized recommendations, Free initial episodes, Copyright-protected content

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

**In-app purchases (21)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coins VIP | $9.90 | per 7 days |
| Coins VIP | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| coins vip | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Coins VIP | $19.90 | per 7 days |
| Coins VIP | $19.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscribe Coin Pack | $19.99 | per 7 days |
| Week Vip | $19.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscribe Coin Pack | $29.99 | per 7 days |
| Coins VIP | $29.99 | per 7 days |
| Coins VIP | $39.99 | per 7 days |
| month Vip | $49.99 | per month |
| quarterVIP | $79.99 | per 3 months |
| Coins VIP | $99.99 | per 7 days |
| Week Vip | $99.99 | per 7 days |
| Year Vip | $199.99 | per year |
| Coins | $5.99 | one-time |
| Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| Coins | $29.99 | one-time |
| Coins | $59.99 | one-time |
| Coins | $99.99 | one-time |


### GleeStream

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gleestream/id6744784547)

This platform offers a wide range of entertainment, from short videos to original series. Most premium content requires payment to unlock, supporting creators and enhancing your viewing experience. Explore endless entertainment options tailored to your preferences.

**Highlights:** Short video content, Original series, Premium content unlocking, Creator support, Enhanced viewing experience

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

**In-app purchases (27)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscribe Coin Pack | $6.90 | per 7 days |
| coin_8.99$ | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly_Coin_9.90 | $9.90 | per 7 days |
| week_coins_9.99$ | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Coin Pack $019.90(2) | $19.90 | per 7 days |
| Weekly_Coin_19.90 | $19.90 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscribe Coin Pack | $19.99 | per 7 days |
| $19.99 Weekly Membership | $19.99 | per 7 days |
| $24.99/mothly membership | $24.99 | per month |
| VIP_27.90 | $27.90 | per 7 days |
| Weekly_Coin_27.99 | $27.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly_VIP_29.99 | $29.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Coin Pack $029.99(2) | $29.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly_Coin_29.99 | $29.99 | per 7 days |
| VIP_coin_39.99 | $39.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Coin Pack $039.99(2) | $39.99 | per 7 days |
| VIP 49.99 | $49.99 | per month |
| VIP_Month_49.99$ | $49.99 | per month |
| $74.99 Quarterly Membership | $74.99 | per 3 months |
| VIP_99.90 | $99.90 | per 7 days |
| VIP_99.99 | $99.99 | per 7 days |
| $169.99 Yearly Membership | $169.99 | per year |
| 1000coins,$9.99 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2000cois,$19.99 | $19.99 | one-time |
| 3000coins,$29.99 | $29.99 | one-time |
| 6000cins,$59.99 | $59.99 | one-time |
| coins_10000 | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DramaHive free?

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

### Is GleeStream free?

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

### Which has better reviews, DramaHive or GleeStream?

DramaHive and GleeStream are both rated 1.4 out of 5 on the App Store, from 9 and 11 ratings respectively.

### Do DramaHive or GleeStream have ads?

DramaHive shows ads; GleeStream does not.

### Which is updated more often, DramaHive or GleeStream?

DramaHive ships an update every 3 weeks, and GleeStream every 2 weeks. Most recently, DramaHive was updated on September 21, 2026 and GleeStream on September 23, 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.*