# Raca Player vs ProTube

The clearest difference is ads: ProTube at none against Raca Player's shown. ProTube also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and ratings volume (15K vs 69). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Raca Player sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and ProTube sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ProTube holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ProTube has 15K ratings behind it against 69, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Raca Player's written reviews are positive against 74% of ProTube's.

Raca Player ships an update every 3 weeks, ProTube weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Raca Player | ProTube |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (69 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/raca-player/id6744877655/reviews) | **[4.8 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/protube-video-browser/id6748081431/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 69 | **15K** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **74.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#185** |
| Size | 73 MB | 47 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Oskarina Ramos](https://appshunter.io/developer/1674970567) | [Supermoon Platforms LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6787119811) |

## What reviewers say

### Raca Player

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/raca-player/id6744877655)

This app plays various video and audio formats from your device or internet URLs. It offers easy streaming to Smart TVs via AirPlay and includes audio recording capabilities. Upgrade for an ad-free experience and unlimited streaming.

**Highlights:** Plays various video and audio formats, Streams video URLs, Accesses videos from Photos App, Records and plays audio, Supports AirPlay for Smart TV streaming, Offers dark and light mode UI, Connects to Apple Music

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $7.99 | per month |
| Yearly Plan | $34.99 | per year |


### ProTube

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/protube-video-browser/id6748081431)

**Currently charting:** #185 Top Free · Photo & Video (US App Store)

Enjoy uninterrupted video and music playback with this ad-blocking player. It allows for background playback, even with the screen off or while using other applications, and offers convenient lock screen controls.

**Highlights:** Ad blocker for videos, Background playback, Screen off playback, Lock screen controls, Clean interface, Lightweight and efficient

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $0.99 | per month |
| Premium | $5.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Better than expected
- 🥳 Excellent app
- 🚀 No ads
- 🚀 Clean and simple
- 🚀 Updated regularly

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs with YouTube icon getting stuck
- 🐛 Bigger screen issue when switching videos
- 🐛 Slow app launch

**Reported bugs**

- YouTube icon getting stuck
- Bigger screen issue when switching videos
- Slow app launch

**Requested features**

- Add music and video download support
- Improve background audio playback
- Add iPad support
- Add option to change video quality and have it stay set


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Raca Player free?

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

### Is ProTube free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Raca Player or ProTube?

ProTube is rated higher. Raca Player averages 4.6 out of 5 from 69 ratings, while ProTube averages 4.8 from 15K ratings.

### Do Raca Player or ProTube have ads?

Raca Player shows ads; ProTube does not.

### Which is updated more often, Raca Player or ProTube?

Raca Player ships an update every 3 weeks, and ProTube weekly. Most recently, Raca Player was updated on October 17, 2026 and ProTube on October 18, 2026.

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