Features Users Want Most in Anime Apps

Based on 23 real App Store reviews, here's exactly what users wish Anime apps would build.

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Missing Features
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Build Recs
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Opportunity

Most-Requested Missing Features

Features users are literally asking for in their reviews, ranked by demand.

#1: Sub/Dub Language Toggle

High Demand
"It's good but there is no picking if something is sub or dub. I speak English and would prefer to be able to understand the anime"
"Good but needs more anime dubs"

#2: Complete Season Coverage

High Demand
"I really want to watch all the seasons of my hero academia I was on season four because of Netflix, but then there was nothing else"
"Good but dosent have all epilike in JJK have only S1 and only has 61 ep of One Piece"

#3: Ad-Free Premium Option

High Demand
"I get that the devs need to eat but, maybe just one ad at startup instead of bombarding us with 100 at once. It's brutal."
"I understand the need to monetize your app, but this is worse than YouTube. They look like angels in comparison."

#4: Deep Anime Catalog for Avid Fans

Medium Demand
"This app isn't that bad for beginners. Would fr commend if you want a free app and have not seen all the classics. But if your an avid anime fan and are looking for a large selection to choose from, this one ain't it."

Build Recommendations

Prioritized actions based on user demand and market opportunity.

Build freemium model with 1-2 skippable ads per episode max, premium ad-free tier at $4.99-7.99/month

Users acknowledge need for monetization but current ad volume makes app unusable. A balanced freemium approach with clear premium escape hatch would capture both free and paying users while solving the #1 complaint.

Implement prominent sub/dub toggle in video player with language preferences saved per user account

22% of complaints cite missing language options. English-speaking users are currently unable to watch content, representing immediate lost engagement and revenue.

Prioritize complete season coverage for top 20 mainstream anime (MHA, JJK, One Piece, Naruto) before expanding catalog breadth

Users are arriving with specific shows in mind from Netflix/Crunchyroll and bouncing when seasons are incomplete. Complete popular series drive retention better than partial obscure ones.

Build reliable video playback infrastructure with pre-roll ads only (no mid-video or redirect ads)

Current ad implementation breaks core functionality - users literally cannot watch content. Pre-roll only preserves monetization while ensuring playback works.

Add content maturity filters and accurate age ratings to avoid parent backlash and App Store policy violations

App is rated 4+ but contains inappropriate content. This creates legal/policy risk and damages trust with parent users who could be long-term subscribers.

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