Best for broad video discovery
YouTube vs BiliBili vs iTunes: which video app should you choose?
Choose YouTube for broad video discovery, BiliBili for anime-focused viewing, or iTunes for music and podcasts within Apple’s media ecosystem.
At a Glance
| App Name | Rating | Downloads | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
YouTubeGoogle LLC | 3.8 | 10.00B | Free |
 BiliBili -HD Anime, VideosBALABOOM PTE. LTD. | 3.7 | 100.00M | Free |
 iTunesApple | 4.7 | 10.00B | Free |
How We Compared
YouTube, BiliBili, and iTunes all bring video or other media to mobile, but they serve different habits. YouTube covers a wide range of videos and channels; BiliBili puts anime and trending video content at the center; iTunes focuses on music, podcasts, and Apple-device integration.
This comparison weighs their stated features, trade-offs, and Google Play figures to help you choose based on content, offline access, cost, and platform fit.
How we compared them
We compared each app’s Google Play rating, install count, price, ads, and in-app purchase details, alongside its stated content focus and strengths and weaknesses. Store figures were read on 2026-11-07; ratings and installs can change over time.
Google Play declares that YouTube shares no data with third parties and collects several kinds of data, including browsing history, app interactions, and diagnostics. It says data is encrypted in transit, deletion can be requested, and an independent security review has been conducted. No data-safety information is included here for BiliBili or iTunes, so we do not compare their privacy practices.
YouTube
Google LLC
3.8
- Downloads
- 10.00B
- Price
- Free
- Category
- Video Players & Editors
- Android
- Varies with device
discovering videos across many topics and channels
YouTube has the broadest general-purpose video proposition of the three, with an extensive library spanning diverse interests, channels, and music. Its user-friendly navigation, adjustable video quality, and offline-download option make it a flexible choice for regular video viewing. Google Play reports a 3.8 rating from 172,353,091 ratings and 10,000,000,000+ installs.
The trade-off is an ad-supported experience, with some features requiring a premium subscription and internet access needed for streaming. Recommendations can feel repetitive, and its declared data collection includes browsing history, app interactions, and other information. BiliBili is more focused on anime, while iTunes is more oriented toward music and Apple’s media ecosystem.
Pros
- Broad video library and channel variety
- Offline downloads and adjustable video quality
- 10,000,000,000+ installs on Google Play
Cons
- Contains ads; some features require a subscription
- Recommendations may repeat and data collection is extensive
BiliBili -HD Anime, Videos
BALABOOM PTE. LTD.
3.7
- Downloads
- 100.00M
- Price
- Free
- Category
- Video Players & Editors
- Android
- 7.0
watching anime and trending videos
BiliBili is the most anime-oriented option here, pairing HD streaming with a varied video library, offline viewing, and regular content updates. It offers a more focused alternative to YouTube’s broad mix and iTunes’ music-centered role. Google Play reports 100,000,000+ installs and a 3.7 rating from 861,316 ratings.
Its trade-offs include region-locked content, limited language options, and occasional lag in parts of the interface. The app is marked as having no ads on Google Play, though the supplied app notes also flag ads in the free version. It is free to download, with in-app purchases from $0.99 to $99.99 per item.
Pros
- Anime-focused HD streaming
- Offline viewing and regular content updates
- Marked as containing no ads on Google Play
Cons
- Some content is region-locked and language options are limited
- Interface elements can lag
iTunes
Apple
4.7
- Downloads
- 10.00B
- Price
- Free
- Category
- Video Players & Editors
- Android
- Varies with Device
listening to music and podcasts with Apple devices
iTunes is the strongest fit for music and podcasts, with a large music library, high-quality audio streaming, and offline listening. Its integration with Apple devices gives it a role the video-focused YouTube and anime-centered BiliBili do not match. Google Play reports a 4.7 rating from 130,000,000 ratings and 10,000,000,000+ installs.
The main compromise is platform fit: Android support is limited, and full access requires a subscription. The app can also be large, sync issues can occur, and customization is limited. It is the clearest choice for Apple-oriented music use, but not the most versatile option for watching a broad range of videos.
Pros
- Extensive music library and podcast access
- High-quality audio and offline listening
- Apple-device integration
Cons
- Limited Android support
- Full access requires a subscription
Our Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Which app is best for watching a wide variety of videos?
YouTube is the broadest general-purpose video choice, with content from many topics and channels. BiliBili is more focused on anime and trending videos.
Which app is best for anime?
BiliBili is the most anime-focused option in this comparison and supports HD streaming and offline viewing.
Which app is best for music and podcasts?
iTunes is the strongest fit for music and podcasts, particularly for people who use Apple devices. YouTube also offers music alongside its wider video library.
Which app supports offline viewing or listening?
YouTube and BiliBili offer video downloads for offline viewing, while iTunes supports offline listening.
About This Comparison
This comparison is independent and provided for informational purposes only. We are not affiliated with or endorsed by Appxis.