“I first found out about VIU from a friend who is also a K-drama fan. She recommended it because some drama episodes are released quite fast and the subtitles are reliable. Later I also saw VIU ads on YouTube which made me try the app.
I started using VIU around February 2024, so I have been using it for about 8 months now. I use VIU almost every day, usually at night to watch Korean dramas or Japanese shows to relax after work. On weekends I watch movies from their Asian movie collection.
For me, the best thing about VIU is the library of Asian content, especially K-dramas that are updated regularly. The Indonesian subtitles are very accurate and easy to read. I also like the Continue Watching feature and video quality settings that allow me to watch smoothly even with average internet speed. The Premium plan is also one of the cheapest compared to other platforms.
One thing I don’t like is that not all shows can be downloaded, so I can’t always watch offline. I also noticed that new episodes sometimes come later than scheduled, especially for on-going dramas. The mobile app is okay, but the search feature could be improved—sometimes I have to type full titles before a show appears.
I would recommend VIU to people who enjoy Asian entertainment, especially K-dramas and Japanese or Korean variety shows. It’s affordable, legal, and easy to use. Just don’t expect complete Hollywood content because VIU is focused more on Asian titles. If someone wants to try a streaming app without spending too much, VIU is a good choice.
Date of this experience: 2020-05-22”
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