By AppHub Editorial Team · Updated August 3, 2026
MoboReels: Good Reel Short TV
Overview
Entertainment
MOBOREADER TECHNOLOGY USA CO LTD
Free
Jun 19, 2023
3.5.3.2
7.0
$0.99 - $299.99 per item
No
Apr 13, 2026
Features
📱 Welcome to MoboReels
🎁 MoboReels is your pocket treasure for free new HD short movies and trending vertical microdramas, featuring all top hot genres: Romance, Mafia, Revenge, Billionaire, Alpha, Werewolf, Divorced, Twin, Secret Billionaire, Ruthless CEO, Miracle Doctor, Time Travel, Fantasy, Martial Arts, and more binge-worthy Secret Billionaire romance storylines.
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Ratings breakdown
653,000 reviewsDeveloper contact
Name
Changdu Technology (USA) Co Ltd
Address
1417 Horseshoe Dr North Bellmore, NY 11710 United States
Website
https://www.moboreels.comPhone
+86 181 2085 1722
Support
changduapp@moboreader.com
Privacy
View policyFrequently Asked Questions
Is Moboreels free or is there a subscription fee? high
The app is free to download, but it is not free to use without restrictions. Multiple recent user reviews report being forced into a weekly or monthly subscription to watch content. The in-app purchase range is $0.99 - $299.99 per item. Based on user reviews, there is also a 'coin' system for new or specific dramas, and watching ads is required to view content without paying. Starting costs appear to be at least a $35 weekly subscription.
Source: app_metadata, user_reviews
Does Moboreels have ads? high
Despite the app description claiming an 'Ad-free experience', multiple recent user reviews (from December 2024 to March 2026) strongly contradict this. Users report an overwhelming number of long ads, often requiring watching 3 ads for a single 'chance,' and ads that are longer than the video clips themselves. The app does not appear to be ad-free for non-subscribers or for users watching certain content.
Source: app_metadata, user_reviews
Is the app worth paying for? medium
Based on recent user reviews, the value proposition is very poor. Users consistently describe a 'pay-per-view' system where you pay a subscription fee but are still asked to pay more ('coins') to continue watching. This is described as 'Highway Robbery' and users recommend disputing charges with their bank. While some find the content entertaining, the cost appears excessive for what is offered.
Source: user_reviews
How to Use
MoboReels is a free app for streaming short-form vertical dramas across genres like romance, fantasy, and suspense, optimized for mobile viewing. (app_description)
Getting Started
Source: app_description_and_user_feedback_noted
- Download and install MoboReels from the Google Play Store.
- Open the app and browse the library of 'Reels' and short dramas by genre (e.g., Romance, Mafia, Time Travel).
- Tap a title to start watching. The app description claims powerful streaming for smooth playback even on unstable networks.
- To unlock content without a subscription, be prepared to watch multiple ads. Reviews suggest you may be required to watch 3 ads for a single 'chance' to view a clip.
Key Features (from app listing)
Source: app_description
- Streaming of bite-sized, vertical short dramas (1-minute plot twists).
- Over 10 genres including Romance, Revenge, Billionaire, Fantasy, and Suspense.
- AI-powered smart recommendation system based on viewing history.
- Download option for offline viewing.
- Built-in multi-language subtitles and adjustable playback speed (0.5x-2.0x).
Directly contradicts the app description's 'Ad-free experience' claim based on three recent user reviews (IDs 3, 4, 5) that call out 'SOOOO many ads' and ads longer than the video clips.
How this content was created
Content type: pattern_analysis_of_user_reviews_and_metadata
AI generated: Yes
- Google Play user reviews (12-20 preferred; may be smaller if source data is limited per app), December 16, 2024 to March 17, 2026
- Google Play ratings distribution
- App Store listing metadata
- Review samples are not statistically representative of all user sentiment.
- Only 5 recent reviews were available; the sample is small and likely overrepresents recent negative experiences.
- All claims are derived from recent user reviews. No data on positive sentiment (liked_positive_reviews) or mixed reviews was available to balance the analysis.
- No real-world app testing was conducted.
- Feature availability may vary by region, device, and app version.
Pros & Cons
Based on analysis of Google Play user reviews
Pros
- Large selection of vertical short dramas in popular genres like romance and revenge.
Theme 'Content variety' identified in app description.
- Free HD short movies and trending vertical microdramas available.
Theme 'Free content' identified in app description.
- Optimized for on-the-go viewing with 1-minute plot twists.
Theme 'Convenient format' identified in app description.
Cons
- Extremely expensive; charges $35 per week and then asks for additional payments mid-watch.
Theme 'Hidden costs' identified in recent_review #1.
- Excessive ads; users must watch multiple long ads (up to 120 seconds) per episode.
Theme 'Too many ads' identified in recent_review #3, #4, and #5.
- Subscription required for newer dramas, with additional coin payments needed to continue.
Theme 'Pay-per-view model' identified in recent_review #2.
Recent Reviews
Lexi Hladik
1★I paid for the $35 A WEEK membership (yes I'm stupid) for like an unlimited stories watch subscription and then got another pop up mid watch to pay $45 to keep watching!!! Will either be requesting a refund or disputing with my bank. I've never experienced anything like this with any other app. Find another, there are plenty to choose from.
Susan Wang
1★Highway Robbery Pay Per View. Content is not the problem, BUT the unscrupulous tactics of pay per view is. You're already forced to subscribe via weekly or monthly, etc (not cheap, I may add)... Then on top, if it's a newer drama, and if you wish to continue you have to pay more for "coins" to continue viewing. If you don't want to pay, you've to go through ads, etc.
Krystal Murray-Wright
1★Not for me! I had to Uninstall because you get what 5 chances to watch ads but each chance had to be 3 ads. Then after that, you get tons of options to get bonuses but it's all reading transcript links, or Tapping on random ads on websites, like no it's too much. Half the damn ads bring cookies and additional tabs so just to watch 1 episode is a ton of ads. And on top of it they don't even give you like a free ad a day or something. It's just not what I expected. Shows look interesting but no!
Virginia Evans
2★HELLO...my name is Virginia, and PERSONALLY, I'm insulted by this app...Why have SOOO MANY ads that people might find it VERY difficult to keep up with your stories. I stopped watching network television a long time ago because I was, and STILL am, sick of so many ads! I think that they are quite intrusive! And, trust me, if I want to download a game, I will. I don't like being coerced to do so by a bunch of useless ads . I can't follow your stories 4 ad, after ad...🥺🫤
Deborah Jordan
3★No different from the other responses, the content is entertaining and I have no problem with paying to watch but I just feel it's too expensive. Once I deplete the last purchase I'm uninstalling. The ads are way too long (longer than each clip) and I'd do better just watching cable. Stacking up points isn't worth the hassle when each ad is between 40-120 sec and you have to watch 3. the unlimited is more a year than my premium channel subscriptions.