Shortlist VSF vs KuttyPadam
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Shortlist VSF
Discover and watch the best vertical short films from around the world. Engage with content by voting, reviewing, and chatting with film characters using AI. Filmmakers can showcase their work and connect with fans.
- Browse festival lineup
- Watch trailers and full films
- Vote and review submissions
- AI-powered fantasy chat with characters
- Earn achievements and climb ranks
- Creator profiles and filmography
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Shortlist is the official app of the Vertical Shorts Festival. The home of the best vertical short films from around the world. Browse the full festival lineup, watch trailers, cast your votes, and help decide which films deserve the spotlight. Every voice counts. WATCH & DISCOVER Stream trailers and full submissions from emerging and established filmmakers. From drama to horror, comedy to documentary — every genre, every style. VOTE & REVIEW Cast your vote on every film. Write reviews, rate performances, and see how your picks stack up against the rest of the community. Climb the ranks as you engage. FANTASY CHAT Go beyond the screen. Chat with characters from your favorite films using AI — explore their world, ask them anything, and experience the story from a new angle. ACHIEVEMENTS & RANKS The more you engage, the higher you climb. Earn ranks as a Reviewer, Voter, Critic and more. Build your reputation in the festival community. CREATOR PROFILES Are you a filmmaker? Your work is front and center. Fans can follow your profile, see your full filmography, and engage directly with your submissions. UPGRADE TO PRO Get a PRO badge, triple your vote influence, access full submissions, and unlock 30 Fantasy Chat messages to start. Support the festival and get more from every visit. Join the Shortlist community! Watch, vote, and be part of the festival. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
KuttyPadam
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KuttyPadam is a home for independent short films from creators around the world. Browse and watch short films in multiple languages. Discover stories from India and beyond. For Viewers: - Watch short films for free in a full-screen vertical feed — swipe up and down to explore - Filter by language on the browse screen - Comment on films and view creator profiles - Secure login with Sign in with Apple or email - Report content and block users For Creators: - Upload your short film with a YouTube link or from your iPhone Photo Library - Add an optional cover photo from your library - Reach a global audience - Manage your videos from the creator dashboard KuttyPadam believes great cinema should have no borders. Every film is free to watch.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: KuttyPadam at none against Shortlist VSF's 5. KuttyPadam also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads 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
Both are free to download. Shortlist VSF sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. KuttyPadam asks for nothing beyond the download.
Shortlist VSF ships an update weekly, KuttyPadam every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Shortlist VSF | KuttyPadam |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (10 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 10 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 67 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Verticals | Saravanan Shanmugam |
In-app purchases
Shortlist VSF
- PRO Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
- PRO Annual$29.991 Year
- Chat Pack Small$0.99
- Chat Pack Medium$2.49
- Chat Pack Large$7.99
KuttyPadam
No in-app purchases
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