# VRPlayer vs iVRy

The clearest difference is rating: iVRy at 3.9 against VRPlayer's 2.0. iVRy also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (153 vs 1). VRPlayer's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 months) and monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

iVRy holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iVRy has 153 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of VRPlayer's written reviews are positive against 72% of iVRy's.

VRPlayer ships an update every 3 days, iVRy every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | VRPlayer | iVRy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vrplayer-2d-3d-360-video/id1058724046/reviews) | **[3.9 (153 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ivry/id1210129937/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **153** |
| Positive reviews | 47.8% of reviews | **72.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 days** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 156 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LEE DONG WON](https://appshunter.io/developer/666182402) | [Ian Dean](https://appshunter.io/developer/1210129936) |

## What reviewers say

### VRPlayer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vrplayer-2d-3d-360-video/id1058724046)

This app plays 2D, 3D, and 360° videos in VR, supporting numerous file formats and streaming from your desktop. It offers extensive keyboard and game controller support for navigation and playback control.

**Highlights:** Plays 2D, 3D, and 360° videos, Desktop streaming via VRPlayer Helper, Supports MP4, MKV, AVI, and more, Plays SMI and SRT subtitles, Access files from Dropbox and SMB/SFTP/FTP, Keyboard and game controller support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth playback
- 🔍 Supports various video formats
- 📂 Ability to access videos from local storage and cloud
- 💻 Streaming from PC works well

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Compatibility issues with newer video formats
- 💤 Laggy head tracking
- 💰 Aggressive ads in free version
- 🔌 Drains device battery quickly

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Video playback freezes or blacks out
- Bookmark links stop working after 24 hours

**Requested features**

- Adjustable zoom and screen size options
- Gaze-based controls for VR mode
- Virtual theater mode
- Ability to pause slideshow images


### iVRy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ivry/id1210129937)

Transform your iPhone into a PC VR headset for SteamVR. Play PC VR titles without an expensive headset by connecting your iPhone via USB or Wi-Fi. Enjoy customizable quality and performance options for an immersive experience.

**Highlights:** SteamVR compatible VR headset, High-performance native driver, Wired (USB) and Wireless (Wi-Fi) connections, Automatic quality adjustment, User configurable quality and performance, QR code scanning for lens correction, Native SteamVR integration

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent value for affordable VR experience
- 👍 Easy setup and installation process
- 🎮 Works seamlessly with SteamVR games
- 📱 USB wired connection with low latency
- ⚙️ Highly customizable settings (resolution, quality, tracking rate)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnection issues (WiFi and USB)
- 🐛 App crashes after 5 minutes in free version
- 🐛 Screen flickering and flashing lights
- ⚠️ Wireless connection unstable and laggy
- ⚠️ Wired connection frequently drops

**Reported bugs**

- Screen turns black and white unexpectedly
- App crashes after 5 minutes of use
- Flashing lights and screen glitches
- WiFi/USB connection switching automatically
- Connection drops during gameplay

**Requested features**

- Mac OS support
- VR controller support
- Full body tracking (FBT) integration
- Higher resolution options
- 120Hz support for compatible phones


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VRPlayer free?

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

### Is iVRy free?

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

### Which has better reviews, VRPlayer or iVRy?

iVRy is rated higher. VRPlayer averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while iVRy averages 3.9 from 153 ratings.

### Do VRPlayer or iVRy have ads?

VRPlayer shows ads; iVRy does not.

### Which is updated more often, VRPlayer or iVRy?

VRPlayer ships an update every 3 days, and iVRy every 3 months. Most recently, VRPlayer was updated on November 12, 2026 and iVRy on November 2, 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.*