Comparison

PickTube vs Vidde

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

Head to head
About

PickTube

Features
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PickTube – Parent-Approved Videos PickTube is a simple, controlled solution that allows children to watch videos with peace of mind. Instead of relying on recommendations or algorithms, PickTube enables parents to decide exactly which videos their children can watch. Parents add YouTube video links, and children can only view the videos that have been approved for them. There is no search, no free browsing, and no autoplay. PickTube encourages intentional viewing and helps families avoid unwanted recommendations and distractions. How PickTube works: • Parents add YouTube video links • Children only see videos selected by their parents • No search or browsing • No autoplay or algorithm-based recommendations • Simple, child-friendly interface • Designed for parents’ peace of mind Many video platforms rely on automated recommendations that may suggest content parents did not intend to show their children. PickTube removes all automatic discovery and gives control back to parents by limiting viewing to pre-selected, trusted videos. Important note regarding video playback Video playback is powered through YouTube’s embedded player. Depending on the settings defined by the video creator, YouTube may occasionally display other videos from the same channel. PickTube does not allow search, browsing, or algorithm-based recommendations beyond the content approved by parents. PickTube is designed for families who want to offer their children a calmer, safer, and more intentional video experience—without relying on algorithms.

About

Vidde

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Inside the Vidde app, you can: Access all of your videos in one easy to use app Receive push notifications with the latest news and updates Access to all of your videos without having to remember your password Save your favorite posts so you can quickly find them later END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

PickTube4 screens
Vidde4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Vidde at weekly against PickTube's every 2 weeks. Vidde also leads on iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PickTube ships an update every 2 weeks, Vidde weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
PickTube versus Vidde: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPickTubeVidde
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.016.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAshley ArmoogumVidde

In-app purchases

None

PickTube

No in-app purchases

None

Vidde

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PickTube free?
PickTube is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Vidde free?
Vidde is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PickTube or Vidde have ads?
Neither PickTube nor Vidde shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PickTube or Vidde?
PickTube ships an update every 2 weeks, and Vidde weekly. Most recently, PickTube was updated on October 13, 2026 and Vidde on October 25, 2026.

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