Comparison

QWE vs VideoBox

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

Head to head
About

QWE

Access and manage your documents across your iPhone, iPad, and iPod. Organize files with folders, transfer wirelessly via Wi-Fi, and secure your data with a passcode lock. Supports cloud integration and iTunes File Sharing.

Highlights
  • Cloud Manager
  • File Manager with folders
  • iTunes File Sharing
  • Wi-Fi Transfer
  • Passcode Lock
Features
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Download and browse your documents on your iPhone, iPad and iPod. √ Cloud Manager √ File Manager with folders support √ iTunes File Sharing support √ Wi-Fi Transfer √ Passcode Lock

About

VideoBox

Stream and download videos from various cloud storage services and media servers. This app offers a powerful media player with support for numerous formats, playback controls, and subtitle options. It also includes file management tools, video conversion, and privacy features.

Highlights
  • Stream from cloud storage (iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive)
  • Play from media servers (Plex, Emby, Jellyfin)
  • Supports all video formats
  • Picture-in-Picture and background playback
  • Built-in video converter
  • File manager with folder creation and file operations
  • Passcode, Touch ID, and Face ID protection
Features
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VideoBox is the all-in-one video downloader, media player and file manager for cloud storage services. Download, stream and organize your movies, TV shows and video clips — all in one app. Cloud Storage & Media Server: - Download and stream videos from iCloud Drive, Dropbox, Google Drive and OneDrive. - Browse and play from your Plex, Emby or Jellyfin media server. - Watch videos via DLNA, SMB, FTP, WebDAV and network streaming (M3U8/RTSP/RTMP). - Transfer files over Wi-Fi from your computer or other devices. Powerful Video Player: - Play any format: MP4, MKV, AVI, FLV, RMVB, MOV, 3GP, DIVX, H.264, HEVC and more. - Picture-in-Picture (PiP) and background audio playback. - Auto play next episode — perfect for binge watching. - Adjustable playback speed, subtitles (SRT/ASS) and audio track selection. Video Tools: - Built-in video converter — convert between formats easily. - Trim, compress and reverse video clips. File Manager: - Create folders, rename, move, copy and delete files with ease. - Import videos from the Files app, Photo Library or Camera Roll. - Save and export videos to your Photo Library. - iTunes File Sharing and USB transfer support. Privacy & Security: - Lock the app with Passcode, Touch ID or Face ID. - Keep your private videos safe and hidden. SUBSCRIPTION: Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the rate of the selected plan. Subscriptions and auto-renewal may be managed by going to Account Settings after purchase. Terms of Service: https://www.ipopapp.com/terms-of-service/ Privacy Policy: https://www.ipopapp.com/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

QWE4 screens
VideoBox4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QWE at none against VideoBox's 3. QWE also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (66% vs 36%). VideoBox's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.0) and update cadence (every 3 months vs every 9 months). 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. VideoBox sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. QWE asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

VideoBox holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 470 and 142 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 66% of QWE's written reviews are positive against 36% of VideoBox's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QWE ships an update every 9 months, VideoBox every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
QWE versus VideoBox: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQWEVideoBox
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (470 ratings)4.5 (142 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.2% of reviews — better35.7% of reviews
Number of ratings470 — better142
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS8.1 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB131 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperBaulin RomanYajing Qian

Customer experience

QWE

All ratings470 ratings
Positive73.2%
Neutral6.6%
Negative20.2%
Written reviews662 reviews
Positive66.2%
Neutral6.6%
Negative27.2%

VideoBox

All ratings142 ratings
Positive85.2%
Neutral6.3%
Negative8.5%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive35.7%
Neutral7.1%
Negative57.1%

Bugs and requests

QWE

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes when trying to open settings
  • Unable to delete downloaded files
  • Music playback issues when device is locked
  • Compatibility problems with iPhone X and later

Requested features

4 requests
  • Bring back browser functionality
  • Add playlist management
  • Improve compatibility with newer iOS versions
  • Reduce intrusive ads

VideoBox

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

QWE

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

VideoBox

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Weekly Subscription$0.997 Days
  • Pro Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
One-time1
  • Pro Upgrade$1.99

Questions

Is QWE free?
QWE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VideoBox free?
VideoBox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QWE or VideoBox?
VideoBox is rated higher. QWE averages 4.0 out of 5 from 470 ratings, while VideoBox averages 4.5 from 142 ratings.
Do QWE or VideoBox have ads?
VideoBox shows ads; QWE does not.
Which is updated more often, QWE or VideoBox?
QWE ships an update every 9 months, and VideoBox every 3 months. Most recently, QWE was updated on November 2, 2026 and VideoBox on November 13, 2026.

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