# VR Rowing — Enjoy VR on a rowing machine

> VR rowing experience for iPhone users with compatible headsets. (iPhone/iPad app by John Keogh.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vr-rowing/id1527884190 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [John Keogh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1526029490)
- Category: Games, Health & Fitness, Simulation, Sports
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.60/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 100 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-08-28
- Data updated: 2026-06-04
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vr-rowing/id1527884190/reviews.md

## What is VR Rowing?

Enjoy your rowing machine workout more using this VR app for your iPhone and iPhone compatible VR headset.

The VR rowing app responds to the motion of rowing by moving you around a sea in a virtual world.  There are various landmarks to visit including floating cubes, fire fountains, a grey monument, and more.  

In order to use this app: 

 - As with any VR app, turn off power save mode and auto-lock so the phone won't go to sleep in your headset
 - Adjust the VR Rowing app settings for sensitivity and stroke power depending on whether you workout hard or easy
 - Align phone with rowing machine.  If you forget this step, you can align the VR scene with your rowing machine by tapping the gear icon 
 - Start rowing
 - You can steer right or left by tilting your head

Enjoy your VR rowing experience!

## Key features

- Virtual sea exploration
- Motion-responsive gameplay
- Adjustable sensitivity and stroke power
- Head tilt steering
- Multiple landmarks to visit

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vr-rowing/id1527884190/reviews.md

### 1/5 — You need to put this on a Meta Quest VR Headset!

*2024-10-30*

It’s impossible for me to row  within this app without comfortable wrist bands as to sense your virtual hands!

Meta Quest 4 is working on it!

### 4/5 — Great app

*2021-03-06*

It’s a great app, but would love some more realistic scenery.

## Frequently asked questions about VR Rowing

### What devices is VR Rowing compatible with?

VR Rowing is designed for iPhone and iPod devices. Ensure your device is compatible before use.

### How do I set up VR Rowing for my workout?

To set up, turn off power save and auto-lock on your iPhone. Adjust sensitivity and stroke power in the app settings, and align the VR scene with your rowing machine by tapping the gear icon if needed.

### Can I steer in VR Rowing?

Yes, you can steer left or right in VR Rowing by tilting your head. This allows for dynamic navigation within the virtual sea environment.

### What is the age rating for VR Rowing?

VR Rowing has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How often is VR Rowing updated?

The latest version of VR Rowing is 1.1, which was released on March 21, 2021. Future updates may introduce new features or improvements.

### What is the user rating for VR Rowing?

VR Rowing has a rating of 2.6 stars based on 5 user ratings. This indicates a mixed reception from its current user base.

### Does VR Rowing have ads?

No, VR Rowing does not contain advertisements. Users can enjoy an uninterrupted experience during their workouts.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1 — 2021-03-21

VR Rowing v1.1 adds the ability to control the time of day in the VR world through which you row.  If you have been using VR Rowing for a while, please be sure to move the new time of day slider to the night setting to have the experience of rowing under a starry sky.

### 1.0 — 2020-08-28

No release notes.

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## More apps by John Keogh

- [EyesBot VR](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eyesbot-vr/id885171063)
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All apps by John Keogh: https://appshunter.io/developer/1526029490

## Related topics

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