# SJ5000PLUS vs DroneVR

The clearest difference is rating: DroneVR at 3.8 against SJ5000PLUS's 2.3. DroneVR also leads on ratings volume (230 vs 3) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 7 months). SJ5000PLUS's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 13) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 14.1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DroneVR sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. SJ5000PLUS asks for nothing beyond the download.

DroneVR holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DroneVR has 230 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 27% of SJ5000PLUS's written reviews are positive against 40% of DroneVR's.

SJ5000PLUS ships an update every 7 months, DroneVR every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SJ5000PLUS | DroneVR |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sj5000plus/id1010580780/reviews) | **[3.8 (230 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dronevr-fpv-for-dji-drones/id1044810332/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **230** |
| Positive reviews | 26.7% of reviews | **39.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 25 MB | 160 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 14.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shenzhen Zhencheng Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1615521740) | [Appologics UG (haftungsbeschrankt)](https://appshunter.io/developer/375834877) |

## What reviewers say

### SJ5000PLUS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sj5000plus/id1010580780)

This app allows users to connect with their action cameras to share captured moments. It provides a platform to upload and share videos and photos with a global community.

**Highlights:** Connect with action cameras, Upload photos and videos, Share content globally, Community sharing platform

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### DroneVR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dronevr-fpv-for-dji-drones/id1044810332)

Experience your drone flights in immersive virtual reality. This app streams live video from your drone directly to your phone, rendering it in stereo for VR headsets with advanced lens distortion correction. Control your drone and camera settings with intuitive head-tracking and voice commands.

**Highlights:** Stereo VR video streaming, High-quality lens distortion correction, Head-tracking camera control, On-screen telemetry data, Voice control for hands-free operation, Flight logging and synchronization

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DJI Phantom3 Professional | $8.99 | one-time |
| DJI Phantom3 Advanced | $8.99 | one-time |
| DJI Phantom 3 Standard | $8.99 | one-time |
| DJI Phantom 4 | $8.99 | one-time |
| DJI Phantom 4 Pro | $8.99 | one-time |
| DJI Mavic Pro | $8.99 | one-time |
| DJI Spark | $8.99 | one-time |
| DJI Mavic Mini | $8.99 | one-time |
| DJI Mavic Air 2 | $8.99 | one-time |
| DJI Mavic 2 | $8.99 | one-time |
| DJI Mavic Air | $8.99 | one-time |
| DJI Mini 2 | $9.99 | one-time |
| All in one | $17.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Immersive VR flying experience
- 💰 Affordable alternative to expensive FPV goggles
- 🎯 Responsive head tracking and gimbal control
- 📱 Works well with compatible drone models
- 🔌 Easy setup with USB connection

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and disconnections
- 📹 No video feed or black screen issues
- 🎮 Gimbal stuck pointing downward
- 🔗 Connection failures and timeouts
- 💸 Requires separate in-app purchases per drone model

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on iOS 15+ with controller not working
- Video feed drops repeatedly despite settings adjustments
- QR code scanner not recognizing codes
- Screen freezes when taking photos/video with DJI Fly app
- Recording indicator not visible in VR headsets

**Requested features**

- Support for newer drone models (Mavic Air 2, Mini 2, Mini SE)
- Longer trial period before purchase
- Extended flight range capabilities
- Horizontal head tracking
- Map view with satellite/street options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SJ5000PLUS free?

SJ5000PLUS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is DroneVR free?

DroneVR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SJ5000PLUS or DroneVR?

DroneVR is rated higher. SJ5000PLUS averages 2.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while DroneVR averages 3.8 from 230 ratings.

### Do SJ5000PLUS or DroneVR have ads?

Neither SJ5000PLUS nor DroneVR shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SJ5000PLUS or DroneVR?

SJ5000PLUS ships an update every 7 months, and DroneVR every 2 months. Most recently, SJ5000PLUS was updated on October 21, 2026 and DroneVR on October 16, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*