Rating of the best online cinemas for 2022

The global problems associated with the pandemic and security measures have led to the expansion of the sectors of remote work and distance learning. Representatives of many professions go into the framework of personal space and home lifestyle.

According to the great Mark Tullius Cicero, "that person has the right to be called free, who at least occasionally is idle." The progress and priorities of contemporaries guide humanity along the path of maximizing the release of temporary resources that are devoted to pleasant pursuits and hobbies.

Leisure is as individual as the person himself. The latest technology, gadgets make the possibilities of the entertainment industry endless. What could be more beautiful than being at home in the family circle and watching an interesting movie? Only an exciting series, however, as well as a detective who fell in love or a performance from the film fund.
Comfort, excellent playback quality, sound and a huge selection attract more and more fans of home entertainment to the ranks of online cinema viewers.

How to choose the right Internet resource

There are no hard and fast recommendations in this regard. A few criteria are enough to take the first step, then you can change the site and choose the best individual option.

Quality

In this section, you should decide on the device on which the viewing will take place. If preference is given to Smart TV, then you need to ask before making a payment in what resolution the demonstration is being conducted. Cinema gourmets put the criterion of quality in the first place.

Price

All existing online cinemas can be divided into:

1. paid;
2. with free access.

Some resources offer free use of most of the existing catalog, but put, for example, new items in a paid category.
There are the following categories of formats:

• Advertising Video on Demand - AvoD with lots of ads but free to use;
• Subscription Video on Demand - SvoD with a user subscription for a certain period and viewing any content;
• Transactional Video on Demand - renting a movie by a user for a specific period or a specified number of views;
• Electronic Sell Through is the purchase of content with unlimited viewing, both in quantity and in time.

Forbes magazine notes that Western countries consider paid access to be a norm that has become a tradition, while Russian viewers watch online for free at home, not paying attention to the abundance of advertising.

Number of connected devices

For families or couples with strict thematic preferences, it is more convenient to enjoy content with simultaneous viewing on multiple gadgets. The criterion is of particular importance in families with children of several age groups.

Errors when choosing

For a budget viewer, unlike the average American or European, the subscription price can hit the pocket. You should be careful in the first steps, not wasting the family budget under the influence of a thirst for spectacle.
Service in Russia today is distinguished by a set of specific content for each video hosting. It is difficult to cover the boundless, there will always be a lack of a position that is present in another paid portal.

The limited time frame for viewing new episodes is an economic method for many resources. Forecasts promise an increase in prices for in-demand content. It often turns out that after subscribing and choosing a movie, there is a need for additional payment, there may be several reasons. It is also impossible to guarantee that the expected quality will correspond to the declared one, since guarantees are not considered unilaterally.

The best online cinemas

The rating of popular online movie theaters is based on user reviews, the convenience of interfaces, the volume of media libraries and the cost of a subscription, or free access.

Free online services for home viewing

TVigle

The resource allows you to make views for free, if there is no disabling of commercials.

The electronic catalog is regularly updated, including new series.

• HD 1080 quality provides excellent picture quality;
• one account is enough to broadcast on several devices, which is very convenient for separate viewing for children and adults;
• cartoons are presented with the division of age categories;
• 15 sections of Russian cinema;
• a large selection of trailers;
• serials are presented in 14 positions;
• 6 points of various programs;
• availability of video lessons;
• 10 directions of music;
• hobby section;
• the resource has been operating since 2007;
• there are news and review programs;
• with the possibility of placing the author's video;
• the list of thematic collections will satisfy the search of any user;
• news and current topics are presented in social networks;
• registration is not required;
• views on any device from smartphone to SmartTV;
• TVigle's collaboration with major film industry companies over the years;
• for all ages.

• advertising model.

TVzavr

A convenient service with free content and inexpensive subscription rental is represented by all genres.

• over 4000 items;
• for family viewing and documentary work;
• wide children's selection;
• loyalty programs - bonus customer accounts;
• payment by points;
• rich thematic collections;
• adaptation for audiences with hearing impairments;
• excellent filter years, genre, country of production, language;
• the youth direction is well represented;
• for iOS devices, media players, Android, Smart TV;
• with a trial subscription;
• the presence of a test period for 1 ruble;
• democratic price.

• novelties for additional payment;
• technical support "hangs" on simple user questions;
• there is no part of the releases of major studios.

ivi

The free use of most of the content captivates users, while the resolution leaves much to be desired. New items and tops come with payment.

• the audience is approaching 50,000,000 people;
• cooperation with six Hollywood film studios;
• 80,000 catalog items;
• the cinema occupies a share of almost a quarter of the entire Russian market;
• user-friendly interface, divided into categories;
• creation of individual selections according to preferences;
• fully licensed content;
• media library for all ages;
• rent and purchase in an accessible format.

• unsuccessful implementation of the rewind function;
• limited list of TV channels.

more.tv

The resource exists since September 2019. The main hosting vector is domestic video. The media library also includes foreign films.

• convenient filters and selection in the interface;
• breakdown of channels by genre;
• availability of a TV program for the week;
• a wide variety of children's cartoons;
• regular replenishment of the catalog;
• registration through social networks;
• pre-premiere screenings;
• subscription "one for all";
• week of free subscription;
• sports are widely represented.

• no search by actors, duration, rating;
• the series is not added to the "favorites".

ShowJet

At first, the site operated on an advertising model, but today, having existed for 4 years, it is a free resource and without advertising. The viewer will find here only foreign films, but from all over the world.

• with a brief overview of the plot;
• with a selection of similar topics;
• two thirds of the content can be obtained without payment, and only for one third you will have to pay from 10 to 15 rubles;
• own recording studio;
• excellent sound and subtitles;
• carefully formed media library with a high rating of positions;
• connection in the amount of 5 devices;
• news updates.

• limited directory;
• not enough classical genre.

Paid resources

Google Play Movie

The market offers a choice of genres, popularity and novelties. Children's categories are divided by age. For viewing, you can use both a tablet or smartphone, and a TV.

• download offline at an affordable price;
• a "wish list" position for films awaiting release, with an availability alert function;
• a convenient application in a smartphone with a list of views, and the formation of recommendations;
• parental control position in age-restricted settings;
• a great way to learn or update your knowledge of a foreign language, with the ability to display subtitles;
• availability of bonuses;
• section of audiobooks, with the addition of novelties.

• missing.

Kinopoisk

The audience knows the popular film magazine of the same name, which has become an excellent foundation for opening an online cinema.

• subscription with access to an extensive database of series and films;
• broadcast on the big screen in good quality;
• several voice options;
• the ability to stop viewing and then continue from the specified place;
• availability of 30-day free access;
• new episodes on the day of release;
• search by ratings, topics and genres;
• paying for a subscription, the user receives a 10% discount on Yandex applications.

• not found.

Megogo

One of the recognized leaders among online cinemas. A wide range of offers from movies and TV series to TV broadcasts of channels and shows attract viewers.

• the first 30 days the subscription is available for 1 ruble;
• then you can subscribe for approximately $ 5 per month in ruble equivalent;
• there is a karaoke service with children's repertoire;
• it is possible to purchase a movie with inclusion in a personal collection for multiple viewings at any time;
• 10+ channels, educational 43, children's 25, news 19, entertainment 29, 25 free;
• sports and amateur video training;
• teaching - science and culture online in lectures;
• reality shows and travel;
• payment is made on the site for three types of subscription;
• users expect bonuses, promotional codes and gifts;
• bloggers 24/7.

• with an increase in traffic, a “freeze” occurs;
• carefully read the payment agreement so as not to get automatically debited.

Peers TV

Subscription channels and movies online in excellent quality for a symbolic price.

• round-the-clock TV broadcasting;
• the Amedia Premium package provides free viewing of series, new products from the HBO studio;
• user-friendly interface;
• Indian, Russian, English, American, South Korean films are presented;
• news and shows;
• the widest selection of programs in the recording;
• famous productions of the Soviet era;
• broadcasts by interests, hobbies;
• with paid disabling of advertising, package access is activated.

• there are no separate popular channels.

Ӧkko

A popular cinema with a film library of tens of thousands of titles, plus cartoons, shows, serials, offers very favorable conditions.

• has been operating for almost 10 years and is gaining momentum, more than 17,000,000 visitors;
• surround sound and 100% quality;
• downloading scientific videos, serials, cartoons;
• monetized service without ads;
• simple, accessible interface;
• the function of voting and leaving feedback;
• access versions from 1 day to seasonal subscription;
• use of coupons, bonuses and trial period;
• a separate football channel for the English Premier League with the schedule and detailed information;
• solid discounts when renewing subscriptions;
• broadcasts of football matches;
• favorable price offer for a short time;
• cheap rental;
• five simultaneous connections to the account;
• sending notifications about upcoming releases;
• educational programs for children.

• good work of the portal occurs only on high-speed Internet.

Netflix

Foreign resource in excellent FullHD quality and with original voice acting.

• present on the global market since 2016;
• have a trial subscription;
• personal referral links;
• downloading of selected content is allowed;
• thematic recommendations on interests;
• news alert;
• saving views;
• launch from 5 devices;
• with personal recommendations;
• availability of exclusive content;
• thematic collections;
• watching documentaries;
• subsite for children;
• films produced by the company;
• availability of exclusive rights to tapes;
• branded author's screensaver at the box office;
• regular replenishment of the film library with classics, original products.

• any position is paid.

Amediateka

Register and subscribe - the cinema hall offers simple conditions for viewers with the most refined taste.

• exists since 2013 and operates on a subscription model;
• HD720 quality;
• the HBO channel license is to watch Game of Thrones first-hand without waiting;
• Amedia line;
• in 2019, a functional update was carried out, which made hosting more convenient;
• rating novelties and world hits;
• gift ticket for friends with viewing on Android;
• with a unique function "Premier Calendar";
• offline download function for viewing;
• the presence of its own broadcasting network;
• partnership with online cinemas based on free views of Amediateka during trial periods of media colleagues;
• the main reference point is serials;
• simplified registration form;
• available in the browser and through applications;
• accessible interface;
• from classics to politics, from comedy to detective;
• with original voice acting;
• with the latest in digital cinema;
• promotional codes to extend access;
• presented in 7 social networks.

• small trial period.

wink

The portal with channels, films and series from Rostelecom is shown to fans of a wide coverage of genres.

• available registration for any user;
• launch from five screens - tablet, smartphone, PC, laptop, Smart TV;
• 250 channels;
• constant replenishment of the catalog;
• availability of paid educational programs for parents and children;
• children's content by age;
• foreign and domestic series;
• mixed martial arts - broadcast on the UFC channel;
• the functions of viewing and rewinding, pauses work on the channels;
• cheap rent;
• licensed versions in the subscription "for connoisseurs";
• own translation under the contract;
• purchase of domestic novelties;
• setting up a personal platform through the account;
• convenient payment scale.

• there are no free-to-air serials;
• without listening to music.

Resource	Permission	Payment, rubles	Catalog, pcs.
Twigle	HD	-
Tvzavr	HD ÷ 4K Ultra HD	249, rent 19÷199	>12000
Megogo	Full HD	197÷597	>77000
Ӧkko	Ultra 4K HDR	99÷599	>35000
ivi	720p	199÷399	>80000
more.tv	HD, SD	299	>1000
ShowJet	Full HD	-	~2000
Amediateka	HD	599, rental 399	~4000
wink	Full HD	180÷749	>18000

Conclusion

Torrent trackers are a thing of the past. Online cinemas come to the fore.Experts predict consumer growth in home viewing formats.
High-speed Internet, sound and image quality, comfortable conditions are the undeniable advantages of video hosting at home. Growing media libraries, personal recommendations and a huge selection of subscription terms, as well as free content, have already made the niche in demand and ensured its development.