Comparison

DroneVR vs Tello Pro Controller

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

DroneVR

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
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With DroneVR you can take a seat in your drone and fly like a bird. DroneVR connects your phone with the drone and renders the live video stream in stereo with high quality lens distortion correction so that it can be viewed with a virtual reality headset. Important: The free version of DroneVR supports the Ryze Tello drone. If you want support for further DJI drones you need to activate this functionality via In-App purchase. See below for a list of supported drones. DroneVR's features: ============== * Beautiful, configurable user interface supporting dark and light mode. * Two different head-up displays to overlay telemetry data such as heading, speed and altitude onto the camera view in real time. * Comprehensive head-up menu to control all drone and camera settings while flying. * Phone camera view and mini-map to see what's happening around you and stay oriented. * Head-tracking to control the orientation of the drone camera by moving your head ! For DJI Mavic/Phantom/Spark series head tracking is supported for camera pitch. With the DJI Inspire 1/Mavic 2/Mavic Air 2 head tracking across all three axis is supported. * Detailed flight logging of flight path, telemetry data and events. Flight logs can be synchronized with Mac via iCloud or file sharing. * Spectator mode to link multiple phones and fly together with friends. * Mono or stereo rendering of drone video. For stereo rendering advanced algorithms for lens distortion correction are used for high image quality. * Highly adjustable to different VR headsets * High definition video quality of 720p and 30 frames / second with Spark / Phantom 3 / 4 / Inspire 1 and up to 1080p with Mavic Pro / 2 * Voice control for hands-free operation. * Supported drones: Ryze Tello (free), via in-app purchase: Mavic Pro, Mavic 2 Pro/Zoom, DJI Mini/2/SE, Mavic Air 1/2/S, Spark, Phantom 4/ Pro/Advanced, Phantom 3 Professional/Advanced/Standard/4K, Inspire 1 Important notes: ============ * To use DroneVR you need one of the above listed drones. * To control the Ryze Tello drone you need to connect a gamepad to your phone. * To use DroneVR in stereo mode you need a virtual reality headset where you can mount your iPhone (e.g. Homido, FreeFly VR, Zeiss VR One, Cardboard). An high PPI iPhone with a screen size of at least 5.5 inch is recommended. More information about recommended headsets can be found on our website.

About

Tello Pro Controller

Enhance your Tello drone experience with advanced controls and features. This app offers intuitive flight management, camera control, programmable routes, and safety functions for pilots of all levels.

Highlights
  • Real-time flight data display
  • Intuitive joystick controls
  • Advanced camera capabilities
  • Programmable flight routes
  • Pre-set stunt execution
  • Comprehensive drone dashboard
  • Emergency safety functions
Features
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Unleash the full potential of your Tello drone with Tello ProController, the definitive app engineered for precision control and enhanced flying experience. Tailored for both beginners and seasoned drone pilots, Tello ProController merges advanced functionality with an intuitive interface, transforming your smartphone into a powerful drone command center. Key Features: Real-Time Flight Data Display: Monitor essential flight metrics like altitude, speed, battery level, and temperature with our cutting-edge, customizable gauges. Intuitive Joystick Controls: Gain full command with virtual joysticks, offering the precision of traditional controllers with the convenience of touch-screen technology. Advanced Camera Capabilities: Elevate your aerial photography with easy-to-use controls for capturing photos and recording videos directly from the app. Programmable Flight Routes: Execute complex flight patterns or create unique routes for your drone, adding a new dimension to your flying adventures. Exciting Stunt Features: Engage your audience with a range of pre-set stunts, including flips and rolls, executed effortlessly with a single tap. Comprehensive Drone Dashboard: Get a holistic view of your drone's status, including real-time telemetry, historical data, and diagnostics, all within a futuristic interface. Emergency Safety Functions: Ensure safe flying with features like instant landing and emergency stop for quick response in critical situations. Flight Data Logging: Analyze and review your flights with detailed logs, helping you refine your piloting skills and understand your drone's performance. Customizable Settings: Tailor your flying experience with adjustable options for camera visibility, joystick sensitivity, and more, to suit your preferences. Interactive Tutorials: Enhance your flying proficiency with our comprehensive guides and tutorials, suitable for pilots of all skill levels. App Experience: Tello ProController is designed to be user-friendly and visually appealing, featuring a futuristic interface that enhances user interaction. The layout is streamlined to ensure easy access to all functionalities, making the drone flying experience enjoyable and efficient. Perfect for capturing stunning aerial views, performing dynamic stunts, or simply enjoying a leisurely flight, Tello ProController is the ultimate companion for your Tello drone adventures. Download Tello Pro Controller now and elevate your drone flying experience to professional levels! Note: App performance may vary based on device compatibility. For optimal functionality, ensure that your Tello drone's firmware is up-to-date.

Screenshots

DroneVR4 screens
Tello Pro Controller4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: DroneVR at Free against Tello Pro Controller's $1.99. DroneVR also leads on rating (3.8 vs 2.0) and review sentiment (40% vs 0%). Tello Pro Controller's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 13) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

DroneVR is free to download; Tello Pro Controller costs $1.99 up front. DroneVR sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. Tello Pro Controller asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DroneVR holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DroneVR has 230 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of DroneVR's written reviews are positive against 0% of Tello Pro Controller's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DroneVR ships an update every 2 months, Tello Pro Controller every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
DroneVR versus Tello Pro Controller: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDroneVRTello Pro Controller
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating3.8 (230 ratings) — better2.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews39.9% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings230 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size160 MB170 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAppologics UG (haftungsbeschrankt)Feraco media Inc.

Customer experience

DroneVR

All ratings230 ratings
Positive68.7%
Neutral7.0%
Negative24.3%
Written reviews143 reviews
Positive39.9%
Neutral8.4%
Negative51.7%

Tello Pro Controller

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

DroneVR

Reported bugs

12 issues
  • 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
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  • Stereo view switching involuntarily
  • Compass reporting incorrect north direction
  • Flight log not syncing with DJI Go app
  • App crashes after in-app purchase retrieval
  • Connection loops back to support page
  • Gimbal control unresponsive or stuck
  • Timeout errors on connection attempts

Requested features

12 requests
  • 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
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  • More customizable HUD options
  • Support for Tello drone
  • QR code scanning for headset calibration
  • Ability to cancel RTH from app
  • Manual radio channel selection
  • HD quality settings control
  • Barcode reading for VR headset auto-calibration

Tello Pro Controller

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

13 purchases

DroneVR

One-time13
  • DJI Phantom3 Professional$8.99
  • DJI Phantom3 Advanced$8.99
  • DJI Phantom 3 Standard$8.99
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  • DJI Phantom 4$8.99
  • DJI Phantom 4 Pro$8.99
  • DJI Mavic Pro$8.99
  • DJI Spark$8.99
  • DJI Mavic Mini$8.99
  • DJI Mavic Air 2$8.99
  • DJI Mavic 2$8.99
  • DJI Mavic Air$8.99
  • DJI Mini 2$9.99
  • All in one$17.99
None

Tello Pro Controller

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DroneVR free?
DroneVR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tello Pro Controller free?
Tello Pro Controller costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, DroneVR or Tello Pro Controller?
DroneVR is rated higher. DroneVR averages 3.8 out of 5 from 230 ratings, while Tello Pro Controller averages 2.0 from 1 ratings.
Do DroneVR or Tello Pro Controller have ads?
Neither DroneVR nor Tello Pro Controller shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DroneVR or Tello Pro Controller?
DroneVR ships an update every 2 months, and Tello Pro Controller every 10 days. Most recently, DroneVR was updated on September 8, 2026 and Tello Pro Controller on September 24, 2026.

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