Starts atFreemium, from $15/mo yearly ($19 monthly)
- Free plan60 credits to try every AI tool
- Watermark not statedThe provider does not say
Head-to-head
1of10 vs ViewStats: which YouTube outlier tool is worth paying for?
At a glance
Starts atFreemium, Pro $49.99/mo
- Free plan
Both help you find YouTube videos that beat a channel's average. 1of10 adds AI thumbnails, titles and editing on a credit system, starting free with 60 credits and $15/month billed yearly for Basic. ViewStats, co-founded by MrBeast, is an analytics suite with a free account and Pro at $49.99/month.
Quick verdict
Side-by-side comparison
| Detail | 1of10 | ViewStats |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes: 60 credits, 1 channel, limited research results | Yes: free account. Features not listed on pricing page |
| Entry paid plan | Basic: $15/month ($180/year) or $19 monthly. 150 credits, 3 channels | Pro: price shown as a placeholder on the page (Oct 2026). Repo data: $49.99/month |
| Higher plans | Pro: $69/month yearly ($89 monthly), 1,000 credits. Ultra: $4,999/year | Business: from $249/month, unlimited credits |
| AI thumbnails | Yes, 4 credits each | Not listed on pricing page |
| Research tools | Outliers, thumbnail search, trending formats, competitor tracking. Research uses no credits | Niche tracking, competitor comparison |
| Shorts | Not listed on pricing page | Not listed on pricing page |
| Best for | Packaging: ideas, titles, thumbnails | Analytics and tracking rivals |
For Shorts creators
Neither pricing page lists Shorts-specific features, so treat both as long-form YouTube research tools. They are most useful for picking topics and thumbnails. For TikTok or Reels research, look elsewhere.
How to choose
- Use both free tiers for a week on the same niche.
- If you spend most time on thumbnails and titles, 1of10's credits are worth it.
- If you want dashboards on rival channels, try ViewStats Pro.
- Pay yearly on 1of10 to save 20%.
Common questions
Is 1of10 free?
Yes. The free plan gives 60 credits and limited outlier results for 1 channel, no card needed.
How much is ViewStats Pro?
The pricing page showed a placeholder price in October 2026. Our listing has it at $49.99/month.
Is ViewStats made by MrBeast?
ViewStats is co-founded by MrBeast, per our tool data.
Related: vidIQ vs 1of10, vidIQ vs ViewStats, video idea tools.
Sources: 1of10.com/pricing, viewstats.com/pricing. ViewStats Pro price is from our tool data because the live page showed a placeholder. Checked on 16 October 2026. Based on published plans and terms, not a hands-on test.