Comparison

Plotyst vs WatchMatch

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

Head to head
About

Plotyst

Features
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Plotyst is your movie and TV companion: track everything you watch, decide what to watch tonight, and share it all with friends without ever getting spoiled. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Mark movies as seen, check off episodes one by one and always pick up exactly where you left off. Your library, your diary, your release calendar: everything in one place. SWIPE YOUR WATCH UNIVERSE Seen, want, skip: sort hundreds of titles in minutes with swipeable cards, and see what your friends thought right on each card. Watching with someone? Pick together mode finds the one film you both want tonight. JOIN THE CINE CLUB Every cycle, the community proposes films around a vibe (hidden gems, comfort watches and more), backs the best picks and crowns a winner. Bring your own. FIND YOUR NEXT OBSESSION Search films, series and anime in English or French, filter by genre or mood, and browse what's trending right now. BUILD YOUR WATCHER IDENTITY Your Top 5, your watch stats, your badges, your watcher status: a profile that shows your taste, made to be shared. PLOTYST PRO Unlock advanced stats, profile decorations and more. - Plotyst Pro — Monthly: 1 month, auto-renewing - Plotyst Pro — Yearly: 12 months, auto-renewing Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use: https://plotyst.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://plotyst.com/privacy

About

WatchMatch

This app helps you discover movies and end decision fatigue for movie nights. Swipe on films with friends or family to find matches, or use a roulette feature for random recommendations. Build watchlists and chat about your picks.

Highlights
  • Swipe and match movies with friends
  • Movie Roulette for random recommendations
  • Build and save personal watchlists
  • In-app chat for planning
  • Daily streaks and movie tracking
Features
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Can't decide what to watch tonight? WatchMatch is the ultimate movie discovery and matching app designed to end the "what should we watch?" debate once and for all. Whether you're planning a date night, hanging out with friends, or just looking for a hidden gem for yourself, WatchMatch makes finding the perfect film fun, social, and effortless. SWIPE & MATCH Discover trending movies, classic hits, and new releases across all your favorite genres. Swipe right on the movies you want to see, and swipe left to pass. Invite a partner or a friend to do the same — when you both swipe right on the same movie, it's a Match! Say goodbye to endless scrolling and hello to movie night. MOVIE ROULETTE Feeling lucky? Spin the Movie Roulette to get an instant, randomized recommendation based on your mood. It's the perfect way to break out of your comfort zone and discover cinematic masterpieces you might have otherwise missed. DAILY STREAKS Keep the cinema spirit alive! Log in daily to build your WatchMatch streak and track your movie-hunting habits. CHAT WITH MATCHES Connect with your friends directly in the app. Discuss your movie matches, plan your popcorn snacks, and schedule your next watch party with our built-in secure messaging. BUILD YOUR WATCHLIST Keep track of every movie you've ever wanted to see. Your personal watchlist is saved securely in the cloud, so your favorite films are always just a tap away, no matter what device you're on. Download WatchMatch today and let the movies come to you!

Screenshots

Plotyst4 screens
WatchMatch4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: WatchMatch at none against Plotyst's 2. Plotyst's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 weeks). On price 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. Plotyst sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. WatchMatch asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Plotyst ships an update every 2 days, WatchMatch every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Plotyst versus WatchMatch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlotystWatchMatch
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Ad-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.4 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB18 MB
Age rating12+4+
Developerambre barahayoub aziaa

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Plotyst

Subscriptions2
  • Plotyst Pro$3.991 Month
  • Plotyst Pro$24.991 Year
None

WatchMatch

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Plotyst free?
Plotyst is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is WatchMatch free?
WatchMatch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Plotyst or WatchMatch have ads?
WatchMatch shows ads; Plotyst does not.
Which is updated more often, Plotyst or WatchMatch?
Plotyst ships an update every 2 days, and WatchMatch every 3 weeks. Most recently, Plotyst was updated on October 31, 2026 and WatchMatch on October 31, 2026.

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