Comparison

Video Delay Instant Replay vs XLR8

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

Head to head
About

Video Delay Instant Replay

This app transforms your device into a sports analysis tool, providing instant video feedback for coaching and self-improvement. Analyze technique in real-time or slow-motion, with support for external cameras and privacy-focused operation.

Highlights
  • Instant video feedback
  • Slow-motion replay
  • Frame-by-frame analysis
  • External camera support
  • Split screen / Versus mode
  • On-screen drawing tools
  • Remote control functionality
Features
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Hands-free video feedback for coaching & self-analysis. Sports Training Made Simple! #1 Sports App on iPad * Pro-grade features - Trusted by major league teams * Instant feedback - No stopping to review videos * All sports - Baseball, volleyball, gymnastics, golf, swimming * External camera support (GoPro Hero 10+ / UVC USB-C / IP / RTSP / NDI) * Privacy first - No login required * Try free - No account, no card required JASON KANZLER, Farm Director with the Chicago Cubs: "Video Delay Instant Replay has been one of the most consistently valuable tools we’ve used. I first introduced it in Houston, where it was quickly embraced across hitting, defense, baserunning, catching, and other training domains. Since joining the Cubs, we've brought it into our work again, and it continues to be a simple and effective way to deliver immediate visual feedback—a cornerstone of quality skill development. I'm grateful for tools like this that make coaching better and athletes more empowered. I fully recommend it to anyone looking to enhance learning in a training environment." Transform any iPhone or iPad into a sports analysis tool. Get instant video feedback without stopping your training - see your technique seconds after you perform it. Ideal For: * YOUTH SPORTS COACHING / PLAYER DEVELOPMENT: Great for coaches who work with athletes needing visual feedback to understand proper form. * PHYSICAL EDUCATION CLASSES: Excellent for students to conduct self-assessments. * INDIVIDUAL SKILL DEVELOPMENT: Perfect for athletes training alone who want to analyze their technique and make faster progress. * SPORTS REHABILITATION: Useful for physical therapists and trainers assisting athletes recovering from injuries and working on rebuilding proper movement patterns. * PERFORMERS: Refine acting, dancing, or presentation skills. How it works - 5 Simple Steps - Set 5 seconds delay time (for video buffering) - Perform your action (swing, throw, kick, etc.) - 5 seconds later watch your performance played back on the screen - Immediately adjust your form based on what you saw - Repeat the cycle for continuous improvement Replay in slow-motion for frame-by-frame analysis * DELAY MODE Continuous delayed video stream Up to 20 minutes buffer at 60fps 2K video quality Split Screen / Versus Mode Recording Quick Save Dynamic Buffer Replay View \\ Perfect for practice drills, plays analysis, or broadcasting. * SLOW-MO MODE Automatic slow-motion replay Visual countdown timer \\ Perfect for in-depth technique analysis * REPLAY VIEW Frame-by-frame analysis Slow-motion playback Analysis tools Annotations & Sharing Trim & Export * REMOTE CONTROL Stream between Apple devices - use one as a camera and the other as a remote controller Connect external cameras: - UVC-compliant USB-C camera with iPad - IP / RTSP / NDI - GoPro AirPlay to the TV screen * ANALYSIS TOOLS On-screen drawing Angle measurement Stopwatch Motion detection grid Horizontal flip for mirror view Rotation Frame-by-frame analysis Compare Technical Specs: Resolutions: 480p, 720p, 1080p, plus custom options Compatibility: iPhone, iPad, GoPro Hero 10+, DJI Action 3 and newer Storage: RAM-only Buffer: Up to 20 minutes @ 60fps *Buffer depends on device memory and video quality.  Disable audio capture to keep music or podcasts playing. Privacy & Security: No registration required No cloud uploads - videos stay on your device Auto-clear buffer when app closes GDPR compliant Support: videodelay.app Manual: videodelay.app/user-guide Terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ *GoPro® compatibility requires Hero 10 or higher with the latest firmware. Disclaimer: This product is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or in any way associated with GoPro Inc. or its products and services. GoPro, HERO, and their respective logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of GoPro, Inc.

About

XLR8

Perfect your athletic technique by comparing your performance side-by-side with expert videos. Analyze your form in real-time with customizable delays and a library of expert clips to accelerate your learning and improve your skills.

Highlights
  • Side-by-side technique comparison
  • Time-delayed video analysis
  • Expert looping video clips
  • Customizable delay settings
  • Personalized video library
  • Live camera preview
  • Import videos from cloud storage
Features
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Do you want to perfect your technique? Whether you are a casual weightlifter, weekend warrior, or a professional athlete, form is everything. Use XLR8 to compare, side by side, your technique and form with experts. Compare your time delayed video to a looping video of an expert, so that you see the differences in real time and accelerate your learning. Features - Up to 3 time delayed videos of your performance - A looping clip to compare your footage against - Customizable delays from 5 seconds to 2 minutes - Manage your own library of expert clips - Download expert clips created by an XLR8 content creator - A live preview of your camera, in order to correctly line up your device - Front and rear camera support - Import video clips from your device or from the cloud storage app of your choice Feedback To provide feedback, suggest a feature, or report a bug, click "Contact" or "Rate XLR8" in the Settings menu. Subscription Terms Payment for subscriptions will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions are automatically renewed unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Subscriptions may be managed and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your iTunes Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when you purchases a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://termsfeed.com/privacy-policy/5250600dcc01802ce6f0c3a23f58b119 Terms of Service: https://termsfeed.com/terms-conditions/4312948a7ac95dc7373748835d4ec9d6 Enjoy!

Screenshots

Video Delay Instant Replay4 screens
XLR84 screens

Verdict

The call

Video Delay Instant Replay and XLR8 both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of XLR8's written reviews are positive against 51% of Video Delay Instant Replay's. XLR8 also leads on iOS requirement (11.2 vs 15.6). Video Delay Instant Replay's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 11 months) and ratings volume (536 vs 8). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Video Delay Instant Replay sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and XLR8 sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Video Delay Instant Replay against 4.4 for XLR8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Video Delay Instant Replay has 536 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 51% of Video Delay Instant Replay's written reviews are positive against 100% of XLR8's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Video Delay Instant Replay ships an update every 2 weeks, XLR8 every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Video Delay Instant Replay versus XLR8: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVideo Delay Instant ReplayXLR8
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (536 ratings) — better4.4 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews50.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings536 — better8
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 11 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.611.2 — better
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developermichal bojanowiczTrain 2.0 Jason Yee Hockey Coaching Inc.

Customer experience

Video Delay Instant Replay

All ratings535 ratings
Positive87.1%
Neutral3.4%
Negative9.5%
Written reviews55 reviews
Positive50.9%
Neutral5.5%
Negative43.6%

XLR8

All ratings8 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Video Delay Instant Replay

Reported bugs

13 issues
  • App crashes consistently with specific settings
  • Delay-video not starting without premium
  • Cannot log in to use paid pro features on a new device
  • Playback not working for videos
  • Ads popping up that won't go away, requiring app restart
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  • Screen randomly switches orientation
  • Full-page ads prevent initial use of video delay
  • Delay needs to be reset every minute in free version
  • Lagging on newer devices after updates
  • Maximum delay not exceeding 30 seconds
  • App is not functional without subscription
  • No real-time screen alongside image
  • Free version is useless due to ads

Requested features

9 requests
  • Ability to tag and clip video by athletes for easy review
  • VR mode for delayed viewing
  • Ability to draw on the screen and have the drawing remain in place
  • Option to set 'action time'
  • Improvement for iPhone X aspect ratio
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  • Option for one-time payment instead of subscription
  • Better implementation of free usage through ads, especially for offline use
  • Ability to record video
  • Clarification on how video storage impacts memory and options for automatic deletion

XLR8

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Video Delay Instant Replay

Subscriptions8
  • Weekly (7 Days Free)7 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Weekly$5.997 Days
  • Monthly$7.991 Month
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  • Monthly (1 Week Free)7 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • Monthly$12.991 Month
  • Yearly$49.991 Year
  • Yearly (1 Week Free)7 Days trial$99.991 Year
  • Yearly$99.991 Year
2 purchases

XLR8

Subscriptions2
  • Jason Yee Hockey (Monthly)7 Days trial$7.491 Month
  • Jason Yee Hockey (Yearly)7 Days trial$45.991 Year

Questions

Is Video Delay Instant Replay free?
Video Delay Instant Replay is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is XLR8 free?
XLR8 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Video Delay Instant Replay or XLR8?
Video Delay Instant Replay is rated higher. Video Delay Instant Replay averages 4.5 out of 5 from 536 ratings, while XLR8 averages 4.4 from 8 ratings.
Do Video Delay Instant Replay or XLR8 have ads?
Neither Video Delay Instant Replay nor XLR8 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Video Delay Instant Replay or XLR8?
Video Delay Instant Replay ships an update every 2 weeks, and XLR8 every 11 months. Most recently, Video Delay Instant Replay was updated on October 24, 2026 and XLR8 on October 6, 2026.

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