Comparison

VionTV vs SanpPlay

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

Head to head
About

VionTV

Discover a wide variety of short drama series across romance, suspense, comedy, and thrillers. New episodes are released daily, offering bite-sized stories perfect for quick viewing on the go. Explore trending plots and rising stars in this addictive entertainment platform.

Highlights
  • Daily new episodes
  • Romance, suspense, comedy, thriller genres
  • Bite-sized stories for quick viewing
  • Discover rising stars
  • Trending stories and addictive plots
Features
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VionTV is your ultimate destination for high-quality short drama series. Whether you love romance, suspense, comedy, or thrillers, VionTV has something for every mood. New episodes are released daily, so there's always something fresh to enjoy. With bite-sized stories designed for quick viewing, it's perfect for your commute, breaks, or late-night binge sessions. Discover rising stars, trending stories, and addictive plots — all in one place. Download now and start watching your next favorite mini drama on VionTV! About Payments: VionTV is not a completely free platform. In order to ensure stable income for our creators and provide you with a better viewing experience, most of our premium content requires payment to unlock. Your support helps us continue to create high-quality entertainment for you. Whether you're a fan of short videos or original series, VionTV is the perfect companion for your entertainment needs! Download now and start your journey into endless entertainment! [Auto-Renewable Subscription Terms] 1. Service Name: Continuous Monthly Subscription (1 month) Price: The continuous monthly subscription costs $49.99/month. Billing: Your iTunes account will be charged 24 hours before the end of each subscription period. Once the payment is successful, the subscription will automatically renew for the next period. Canceling Subscription: To cancel your subscription, go to "Settings" on your iPhone → Tap "iTunes & App Store" → Tap your "Apple ID" → Select "View Apple ID" to access the "Account Settings" page. Tap "Subscriptions" and select "Cancel Subscription" for the VIP membership service. If you do not cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period, it will be deemed that you agree to continue the subscription, and the subscription will automatically renew. privacy policy : https://www.viontv.com/private tems of use: http://www.viontv.com/member_ship_agreement

About

SanpPlay

Explore a vast library of short dramas across diverse genres, from romance to fantasy. Enjoy ad-free viewing with a user-friendly vertical format and personalized recommendations. New content is added daily, with exclusive free series for new users.

Highlights
  • Thousands of short dramas
  • Multiple genres available
  • Ad-free streaming
  • One-hand vertical viewing
  • AI-powered recommendations
  • Daily new content drops
  • Exclusive free series for new users
Features
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SanpPlay – Your Ultimate Short Drama Hub!​ Dive into thousands of hit short dramas anytime, anywhere—from heartwarming romance and thrilling suspense to epic fantasy, we’ve got every genre you love. Enjoy ad-free streaming, easy one-hand vertical viewing, and smart AI recommendations that learn your taste to serve up your next favorite show.​ New dramas drop daily, so you’ll never run out of fresh content. Plus, first-time users get exclusive access to free top-rated series! Perfect for filling commute gaps, lunch breaks, or lazy evenings—download SanpPlay now and unlock non-stop, bite-sized entertainment fun! [Auto-Renewable Subscription Terms] 1. Service Name: Continuous Monthly Subscription (1 month) Price: The continuous monthly subscription costs $49.99/month. Billing: Your iTunes account will be charged 24 hours before the end of each subscription period. Once the payment is successful, the subscription will automatically renew for the next period. Canceling Subscription: To cancel your subscription, go to "Settings" on your iPhone → Tap "iTunes & App Store" → Tap your "Apple ID" → Select "View Apple ID" to access the "Account Settings" page. Tap "Subscriptions" and select "Cancel Subscription" for the VIP membership service. If you do not cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period, it will be deemed that you agree to continue the subscription, and the subscription will automatically renew. privacy policy : https://www.sanpplay.com/private tems of use: http://www.apple.com/legal/itunes/appstore/dev/stdeula

Screenshots

VionTV4 screens
SanpPlay4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: VionTV at none against SanpPlay's shown. VionTV also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 6 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. VionTV sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per 7 days and SanpPlay sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.90 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 1.6 for VionTV against 1.7 for SanpPlay. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 6 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VionTV ships an update every 9 days, SanpPlay every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
VionTV versus SanpPlay: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVionTVSanpPlay
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.6 (9 ratings)1.7 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings9 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size64 MB68 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperChangsha Hongyao Network Technology Co., Ltd.Yansen Business Limited

Customer experience

VionTV

All ratings9 ratings
Positive11.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative88.9%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

SanpPlay

All ratings6 ratings
Positive16.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative83.3%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

VionTV

Subscriptions6
  • Week for Coins Pack7 Days trial$19.997 Days
  • One week vip$19.997 Days
  • Week for Coins Pack7 Days trial$29.997 Days
Show 3 more
  • Week for Coins Pack7 Days trial$39.997 Days
  • One Month vip$49.991 Month
  • One Week Vip7 Days trial$99.997 Days
One-time4
  • 1000 coins$9.99
  • 2000 coins$19.99
  • 3000 coins$29.99
Show 1 more
  • 6000 coins$59.99
10 purchases

SanpPlay

Subscriptions5
  • Weekly Subscribe Coin Pack$9.907 Days
  • Weekly Subscribe Coin Pack$19.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscribe Coin Pack7 Days trial$29.907 Days
Show 2 more
  • Weekly Subscribe Coin Pack7 Days trial$49.997 Days
  • Weekly VIP7 Days trial$99.997 Days
One-time5
  • 1000 Coins$9.99
  • 2000 Coins$19.99
  • 3000 Coins$29.99
Show 2 more
  • 6000 Coins$59.99
  • Coins$99.99

Questions

Is VionTV free?
VionTV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SanpPlay free?
SanpPlay is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, VionTV or SanpPlay?
SanpPlay is rated higher. VionTV averages 1.6 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while SanpPlay averages 1.7 from 6 ratings.
Do VionTV or SanpPlay have ads?
SanpPlay shows ads; VionTV does not.
Which is updated more often, VionTV or SanpPlay?
VionTV ships an update every 9 days, and SanpPlay every 6 weeks. Most recently, VionTV was updated on November 8, 2026 and SanpPlay on November 9, 2026.

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