# Shortlist VSF vs Pocket Cinema+

The clearest difference is rating: Pocket Cinema+ at 5.0 against Shortlist VSF's 4.5. Shortlist VSF's advantage is ratings volume (10 vs 3). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Shortlist VSF sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Pocket Cinema+ sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pocket Cinema+ holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 10 and 3 respectively.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Shortlist VSF | Pocket Cinema+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shortlist-vsf/id6762412615/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-cinema-plus/id6789444613/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **10** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Weekly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 67 MB | 78 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Verticals](https://appshunter.io/developer/1894077493) | [Pocket Cinema LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6789444615) |

## What reviewers say

### Shortlist VSF

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shortlist-vsf/id6762412615)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| PRO Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Chat Pack Small | $0.99 | one-time |
| Chat Pack Medium | $2.49 | one-time |
| Chat Pack Large | $7.99 | one-time |


### Pocket Cinema+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-cinema-plus/id6789444613)

Discover original, cinematic short-series across various genres, designed for mobile viewing. Earn rewards by watching content and engaging with the community. Unlock more stories and enjoy exclusive perks as a Cinephile member.

**Highlights:** Original cinematic short-series, Vertical and widescreen formats, Short, engaging episodes, Personalized recommendations, Earn Cinephile Coins, Cinephile community features, Ad-free viewing for members

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $24.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $199.99 | per year |
| Starter Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Cinephile Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Director Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Producer Pack | $34.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Shortlist VSF free?

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

### Is Pocket Cinema+ free?

Pocket Cinema+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Shortlist VSF or Pocket Cinema+?

Pocket Cinema+ is rated higher. Shortlist VSF averages 4.5 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Pocket Cinema+ averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Shortlist VSF or Pocket Cinema+ have ads?

Neither Shortlist VSF nor Pocket Cinema+ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Shortlist VSF or Pocket Cinema+?

Shortlist VSF ships an update weekly, and Pocket Cinema+ weekly. Most recently, Shortlist VSF was updated on October 31, 2026 and Pocket Cinema+ on October 31, 2026.

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