Comparison

SolReel vs WaveShort

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

Head to head
About

SolReel

Features
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SolReel — Your Premier Short Drama Theater Welcome to SolReel, a radiant stage dedicated to premium short dramas. We curate a world-class collection of captivating stories—from heart-fluttering romances and thrilling revenge tales to mind-bending mysteries—updated daily to fuel your binge-watching passion. • Vast Premium Library: Thousands of stories at your fingertips. Whether you have a few minutes or a full hour, find the perfect drama to match your mood. • Smart Personalization: Our intelligent recommendation engine learns your taste, making it effortless to discover your next favorite series. • Immersive Viewing: Enjoy a seamless, high-definition experience with a clean and intuitive interface designed for pure viewing pleasure. • Instant Gratification: Dive straight into the action. No long commitments, just instant access to compelling micro-worlds perfect for any moment. Whether you're a short drama enthusiast or a curious explorer of new narratives, let SolReel be the light that guides you to your next unforgettable story. Download now and ignite your drama journey! 【Cancel Automatic Renewal】 For purchased monthly subscription packages, unless you cancel your subscription at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period, the package will be automatically renewed, and your account will be charged for the renewal fee 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. To disable the continuous monthly subscription service set up with your Apple ID, go to "Settings" on your iOS device - "iTunes Store & App Store" - select "Apple ID" - click "View Apple ID" - on the account settings page, click "Subscriptions" - cancel the subscription. 【Privacy Policy】 http://www.jiuyangyy.cn/privacyPolicy-zh_CN.html [Membership Service Agreement] http://www.jiuyangyy.cn/pay.html

About

WaveShort

Features
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WaveShort is a premium short drama platform designed for global audiences, catering to the mobile viewing habits of users in North America and beyond. The platform brings together a diverse selection of high-quality mini-series spanning urban counterattacks, modern romance, sci-fi suspense, and costume dramas. Each short drama episode lasts just a few minutes with fast-paced storylines, allowing you to enjoy bite-sized entertainment anytime, anywhere.We are committed to delivering a superior audio-visual experience, supporting crystal-clear high-definition playback for all short dramas. To satisfy the viewing needs of users from diverse cultural backgrounds, the platform comes equipped with professional multi-language subtitles and an intuitive user interface, eliminating language barriers completely.WaveShort offers flexible viewing options tailored to your preferences: you can easily purchase coins to unlock premium episodes directly, or opt to watch brief ads to unlock your favorite mini-series for free.Powered by a smart recommendation algorithm, WaveShort precisely analyzes your short drama viewing preferences to curate personalized playlists for you. Whether you are on your daily commute or taking a relaxing break, simply open WaveShort to instantly begin your exciting journey and explore a vast world of captivating stories. [Cancel Auto-Renewal] For monthly subscription services, your subscription will automatically renew unless you cancel it at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing cycle. You will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current billing period. To disable a recurring monthly subscription linked to your Apple ID, go to Settings on your iOS device → iTunes & App Store → tap your Apple ID → tap "View Apple ID" → in the account settings page, tap "Subscriptions" and then cancel the subscription. [Privacy Policy] http://www.waveshort.cn/policy/index.html [Membership Service Agreement]  http://www.waveshort.cn/privacy/pay.html

Screenshots

SolReel4 screens
WaveShort3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: SolReel at none against WaveShort's shown. WaveShort's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. SolReel sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $13.99 per 7 days and WaveShort sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.90 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SolReel ships an update every 4 months, WaveShort every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
SolReel versus WaveShort: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSolReelWaveShort
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size103 MB107 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperQionghai Jiuyang Film Co.,LtdMANGAFLOW INC

In-app purchases

9 purchases

SolReel

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Membership$13.997 Days
  • Monthly Membership$23.991 Month
  • Annual Membership$79.991 Year
One-time6
  • 20 Coins$1.99
  • 5000 Coins$4.99
  • 110 Coins$10.99
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  • 170 Coins$16.99
  • 300 Coins$29.99
  • 500 Coins$49.99
6 purchases

WaveShort

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Vip$9.907 Days
  • Monthly Vip$19.901 Month
  • Annual Vip$149.991 Year
One-time3
  • Recharge 550 gold coins.$5.00
  • Recharge 1200 gold coins.$10.00
  • Recharge 2500 gold coins.$20.00

Questions

Is SolReel free?
SolReel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is WaveShort free?
WaveShort is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SolReel or WaveShort have ads?
WaveShort shows ads; SolReel does not.
Which is updated more often, SolReel or WaveShort?
SolReel ships an update every 4 months, and WaveShort every 5 weeks. Most recently, SolReel was updated on October 4, 2026 and WaveShort on September 29, 2026.

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