Comparison

MumoStream vs Mulux

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

Head to head
About

MumoStream

Features
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MumoStream is a simple, self-hosted streaming app, born in Japan, that plays the files on your home media server exactly as they are. * Using this app requires your own self-hosted MumoStream server (distributed free on the official site; details at the bottom of this page). ■ Your files, lined up just as you placed them Shows your server's folder structure exactly as it is. No complicated metadata setup, no library registration. Because your files appear just as you put them, even first-time users can find their way around with ease. Switch between list and grid view with a single tap. ■ Play any format, as-is MP4 streams directly. Formats the iPhone struggles with—MKV, HEVC, VP9 and more—are automatically converted to HLS by the server and delivered to you. No need to worry about formats. Just pick what you placed. Switching between multiple subtitle and audio tracks is supported too. ■ Smooth playback you'll grasp the moment you touch it ・Background playback ・Automatic resume from where you left off ・Favorites and playback history sync automatically with the server ・Freely assign actions like seek, volume, brightness, and fast-forward to swipes and double-taps ■ The comfort of zero ads This app has no ads whatsoever. No pre-roll ads, no banners cutting in midway. Freed from the hassle, you can focus only on what you want to watch. ■ A kid-friendly "Kids Mode" A simple, dedicated screen with large buttons. Set a daily viewing time from 5 minutes to 6 hours; when the limit is reached, playback stops automatically. (Extending it requires a parental PIN.) Japanese can also be shown entirely in hiragana, so even young children can use it on their own. ■ Pro features that go even further ・Unlimited playback time (the free version is limited to 60 minutes per day) ・Download for offline playback (1080p / 720p / 480p / audio only) ・Cast to a TV or monitor with Chromecast ・Wireless video output to compatible devices via AirPlay ■ Pricing plans Pro is available as a monthly or yearly (auto-renewing) subscription, or as a one-time purchase. Please check the App Store for pricing. Auto-renewing subscriptions continue until canceled, and you can cancel anytime from your App Store account settings. ■ Made to fit you ・10 languages (Japanese, English, Chinese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Italian) ・10 themes ・Layouts optimized for both iPhone and iPad -------------------- ■ A separate MumoStream server is required Set up the MumoStream server—which streams your videos and music—on your own PC, NAS, home server, or the like. The server, too, is designed to be simple and low-maintenance. ・The server program is completely free ・UPnP support automatically configures router port forwarding ・Built-in Let's Encrypt SSL certificate issuance and auto-renewal; combined with UPnP, you get SSL with no hassle ・GPU hardware acceleration makes converting large videos fast ・Works on Windows and Linux The official site explains how to obtain and set up the server. ■ Official site https://mumo.infocloset.jp -------------------- ■ About Subscriptions MumoStream Pro (auto-renewable subscription) ・Monthly plan / Yearly plan (a one-time purchase plan is also available) ・Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account. ・Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. ・Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. ・You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal after purchase in Settings > Apple Account > Subscriptions on your device. ・Prices follow the App Store listing. Terms of Use (EULA): https://infocloset.jp/terms.php Privacy Policy: https://infocloset.jp/privacy.php

About

Mulux

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Mulux Cinema Bring your favorite films into your own cinema. Open your library on iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, or Apple Vision Pro, pick up where you left off, and settle in for a movie. Understand the Story, Even Without Subtitles Found a film without subtitles? You no longer have to wait for someone to create them. Mulux Cinema uses AI speech recognition to generate subtitles from the dialogue and translate them into your preferred language. Already have subtitles? Use AI subtitle translation to make foreign-language dialogue easier to follow. Generated AI subtitles can also sync across devices, so you can create them on a supported device and use them on your other devices. Your Films, Wherever You Keep Them Play local files in a wide range of common video formats, or connect to network shares and media servers. Supports SMB, WebDAV, and FTP, along with Emby, Jellyfin, and Plex libraries. Whether your films are stored on your device, computer, or NAS, browse them in one place and find your next watch by its poster. Switch Devices. Keep Watching. Sync playback progress, library information, AI subtitles, and more through iCloud. Watch on your iPhone while you’re out, then switch to your iPad or TV at home. As long as both devices can access the same video source, you can continue where you left off. SharePlay lets you watch in sync with friends and family, so you can enjoy a movie together even when you’re apart. A Viewing Experience for Every Screen Portrait playback on iPhone and iPad uses a split layout: watch the video at the top, with playback, subtitle, and audio controls below. View the synopsis and technical details, or browse your library while watching. When chapter or episode information is available, jump to a chapter or choose another episode with ease. The layout also adapts to different iPhone Duo screen configurations. Picture in Picture on iOS lets you keep watching while replying to messages or using other apps. On Apple TV, an interface designed for the big screen and remote control turns your living room into your everyday cinema. An Immersive Cinema, Exclusively on Apple Vision Pro Step into an immersive cinema and let the film take center stage. Choose your cinema environment and seat, then enjoy the big-screen experience in your own viewing space. Subtitles and Playback, Your Way Adjust subtitle fonts, size, color, and position. Switch audio tracks and choose how the video fits the screen. Resume where you left off, play videos in sequence, and skip intros when the relevant information is available. Set things up the way you like, then enjoy the movie. Choose from Apple’s built-in translation, Apple Intelligence translation, or translation through a large language model API that you configure. Some AI features depend on your device model, system version, language, and the availability of Apple services. Speech recognition and translation accuracy may vary depending on the source content. Cross-device sync requires the same Apple Account and the relevant sync settings to be enabled. Local video files are not transferred automatically. The app does not provide movies or TV shows. Please use content you are authorized to access.

Screenshots

MumoStream4 screens
Mulux4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Mulux at 4 against MumoStream's 2. MumoStream's advantage is iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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. MumoStream sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Mulux sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
MumoStream versus Mulux: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMumoStreamMulux
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS18.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size57 MB96 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperInformationCloset志凌 方

In-app purchases

3 purchases

MumoStream

Subscriptions2
  • MumoStream Pro (Monthly)$1.991 Month
  • MumoStream Pro (Yearly)$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • MumoStream Pro (Lifetime)$29.99
1 purchases

Mulux

One-time1
  • Mulux Player Full Version$19.99

Questions

Is MumoStream free?
MumoStream is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mulux free?
Mulux is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MumoStream or Mulux have ads?
Neither MumoStream nor Mulux shows ads.

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