Comparison

RiffTrax Sync vs Arrow Video Channel

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

Head to head
About

RiffTrax Sync

This app synchronizes humorous audio commentaries with movies from various sources. It uses your device's microphone to detect the film and automatically aligns the jokes for a comedic viewing experience. Enjoy blockbusters and B-movies with a fresh, funny twist.

Highlights
  • Automatic audio commentary synchronization
  • Movie recognition via device microphone
  • Supports various playback sources (streaming, DVD, Blu-ray)
  • Downloadable commentary tracks
  • Syncs with blockbusters and B-movies
Features
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From the guys who brought you Mystery Science Theater 3000, RiffTrax makes movies FUNNY! Our hilarious commentaries turn some of the biggest blockbusters (and cheesiest B-movies) into comedy hits. “The RiffTrax app syncs everything up perfectly.” - CNET “Rifftrax app takes the guesswork out of syncing jokes to film. It’s easier than ever to sync MST3K-like commentary. The app uses your device’s microphone to listen for a movie and automatically syncs Rifftrax playback to the film. It’s simple and easy...” - Engadget “The app can recognize movies from Netflix, iTunes, Amazon Video, DVDs, Blu-rays, your TV, computer, and other streams.” - High-Def Digest Using the app, you can download these "riffs" on blockbuster films like Twilight, Jurassic Park, Star Wars and more! The app listens to the movie, using your device's microphone, and automatically synchronizes the commentary to play along with perfect timing. Presto! That movie is now a comedy smash. Check here for our list of compatible RiffTrax titles! www.rifftrax.com/appenabled Get into RiffTrax and start watching movies in a whole new way!

About

Arrow Video Channel

Stream a curated selection of cult films across various genres, including horror, comedy, and sci-fi. Enjoy exclusive interviews, documentaries, and extras with a premium viewing experience. Download content for offline viewing on multiple devices.

Highlights
  • Curated cult movie library
  • Exclusive interviews and documentaries
  • Downloadable content for offline viewing
  • Monthly new releases
  • Multi-device support
  • Premium viewing experience
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Watch the best cult movies from across the globe - Pick from a wide variety of Horror, Comedy, Westerns, Sci-fi, Action and that's just to start! We have something for everyone. We present movies the way we think they should be seen - with incredible artwork, insightful documentaries, never-before-seen interviews and extras. ARROW is here to bring you the best of what you know us for - and so much more! WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: • A premium movie viewing experience • Cult classics and brand new releases, hand-picked by the ARROW team including festival favorites and undiscovered gems • Access to hours of interviews, documentaries and additional extras • New and exclusive titles added every month • You can watch and download across multiple devices including your TV, tablet and mobile • Every movie gets the ARROW stamp of approval You can subscribe to our service contract free and can cancel at anytime, or download-to-own many of our standout digital deluxe editions - and it doesn't end there! ARROW will always be evolving and growing, giving you the same innovation and premium experience as our Blu-ray products have for many years. Find out why ARROW is the Home of Cult Movies and start your free trial today! Available content may vary depending on your region, keep checking back for all the latest updates and visit our site for more information. To access all features and content you can subscribe to ARROW Player on a monthly or yearly basis with an auto-renewing subscription right inside the app.* Pricing can vary by region and will be confirmed before purchase in the app. In app subscriptions will automatically renew at the end of their cycle. * All payments will be paid through your iTunes Account and may be managed under Account Settings after the initial payment. Subscription payments will automatically renew unless deactivated at least 24-hours before the end of the current cycle. Your account will be charged for renewal at least 24-hours prior to the end of the current cycle. Any unused portion of your free trial will be forfeited upon payment. Cancellations are incurred by disabling auto-renewal. Terms of Service: http://www.arrowvideochannel.com/tos Privacy Policy: http://www.arrowvideochannel.com/privacy

Screenshots

RiffTrax Sync4 screens
Arrow Video Channel4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Arrow Video Channel at 94% against RiffTrax Sync's 41%. Arrow Video Channel also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.5) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months). RiffTrax Sync's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume 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. RiffTrax Sync sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Arrow Video Channel sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Arrow Video Channel holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 123 and 150 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 41% of RiffTrax Sync's written reviews are positive against 94% of Arrow Video Channel's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RiffTrax Sync ships an update every 4 months, Arrow Video Channel every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
RiffTrax Sync versus Arrow Video Channel: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRiffTrax SyncArrow Video Channel
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (123 ratings)4.8 (150 ratings) — better
Positive reviews41.1% of reviews93.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings123150 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size65 MB50 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperRiffTrax, LLCArrow Film Distributors Ltd.

Customer experience

RiffTrax Sync

All ratings122 ratings
Positive59.0%
Neutral6.6%
Negative34.4%
Written reviews73 reviews
Positive41.1%
Neutral12.3%
Negative46.6%

Arrow Video Channel

All ratings141 ratings
Positive94.3%
Neutral2.1%
Negative3.5%
Written reviews128 reviews
Positive93.8%
Neutral1.6%
Negative4.7%

Bugs and requests

RiffTrax Sync

Reported bugs

17 issues
  • Login failed every time
  • Sound or sync issues with titles
  • Mechanism to match film with riff outdated
  • Corrupted riff file
  • Cannot log in
Show 12 more
  • Does not auto sync
  • App stops when phone goes to sleep
  • Does not play through Bluetooth speaker
  • App crashes after iOS update
  • Sync not reliable
  • Cannot play paid content without syncing
  • Sync doesn't work
  • App not working on SE
  • Purchased riffs show as not purchased
  • Sync misses introduction
  • Audio stops during movie
  • App doesn't work with VoiceOver

Requested features

12 requests
  • RiffTrax Friends integration
  • Manual sync option
  • Bluetooth speaker support
  • Apple TV support
  • Downloadable content
Show 7 more
  • Improved sync accuracy
  • Auto-sync after pause
  • Support for Friends membership
  • Dark mode
  • Accessibility improvements for blind users
  • Ability to stream content
  • RiffTrax Friends app

Arrow Video Channel

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

RiffTrax Sync

One-time10
  • Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Riff$4.99
  • Harry Potter and the Sorcerers Stone Riff$4.99
  • Jurassic Park Riff$4.99
Show 7 more
  • The Room (RiffTrax Live Edition) Riff$4.99
  • Jaws Riff$4.99
  • Twilight Riff$4.99
  • Twilight: Eclipse Riff$4.99
  • Twilight: New Moon Riff$4.99
  • Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace Riff$4.99
  • Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope Riff$4.99
1 purchases

Arrow Video Channel

Subscriptions1
  • ARROW Monthly7 Days trial$6.991 Month

Questions

Is RiffTrax Sync free?
RiffTrax Sync is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Arrow Video Channel free?
Arrow Video Channel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, RiffTrax Sync or Arrow Video Channel?
Arrow Video Channel is rated higher. RiffTrax Sync averages 3.5 out of 5 from 123 ratings, while Arrow Video Channel averages 4.8 from 150 ratings.
Do RiffTrax Sync or Arrow Video Channel have ads?
Arrow Video Channel shows ads; RiffTrax Sync does not.
Which is updated more often, RiffTrax Sync or Arrow Video Channel?
RiffTrax Sync ships an update every 4 months, and Arrow Video Channel every 2 months. Most recently, RiffTrax Sync was updated on November 11, 2026 and Arrow Video Channel on November 3, 2026.

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