# Infuse vs Remote for VLC, PC & Mac

The clearest difference is rating: Infuse at 4.7 against Remote for VLC, PC & Mac's 4.1. Infuse also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). Remote for VLC, PC & Mac's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Infuse sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Remote for VLC, PC & Mac sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Infuse holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Infuse has 29K ratings behind it against 469, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of Infuse's written reviews are positive against 52% of Remote for VLC, PC & Mac's.

Infuse ships an update fortnightly, Remote for VLC, PC & Mac every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Infuse | Remote for VLC, PC & Mac |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (29K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/infuse/id1136220934/reviews)** | [4.1 (469 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-vlc-pc-and-mac/id1140931401/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **29K** | 469 |
| Positive reviews | **60.3% of reviews** | 51.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#187** | — |
| Size | 198 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Firecore, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/577130089) | [Adarsh Urs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1140931400) |

## What reviewers say

### Infuse

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/infuse/id1136220934)

**Currently charting:** #187 Top Grossing · Entertainment (US App Store)

A versatile video player that supports a vast array of formats and streaming options. Enjoy smooth playback, HDR, and Dolby audio, with integrated subtitle downloads and Trakt sync. Stream content from various devices and cloud services without conversion.

**Highlights:** Plays virtually any video format, Stream from Mac, PC, NAS, and cloud services, Supports HDR, Dolby Vision, and Dolby/DTS audio, Integrated subtitle downloads, Trakt 2-way sync, AirPlay & Google Cast support

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Infuse Pro - Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Infuse Pro - Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Infuse Pro - Yearly | $16.99 | per year |
| Infuse Pro - Yearly | $16.99 | per year |
| Dolby Audio | Free | one-time |
| DTS Audio | Free | one-time |
| Infuse Pro - Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent video playback
- 🔍 Automatic metadata fetching
- 👍 Seamless integration with Apple devices
- 🔊 Supports high-quality audio formats
- 📂 Easy file management and organization

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Subscription model
- 🐛 Metadata issues and incorrect tagging
- ⏱️ Slow library loading and indexing
- 🔍 Limited customization options
- 🤔 Confusing user interface

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Connectivity issues with network shares
- Playback problems with certain video formats
- Sync issues between devices
- Unreliable subtitle downloads

**Requested features**

- Ability to edit metadata manually
- Support for more media file types (photos, music)
- Improved TV show organization and episode handling
- Picture-in-picture controls and gestures
- Customizable library views and sorting options


### Remote for VLC, PC & Mac

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-vlc-pc-and-mac/id1140931401)

Control VLC media player, your computer's mouse, and keyboard remotely from your smartphone or tablet. Browse files, manage playlists, and even control streaming services like Netflix and YouTube without leaving your couch.

**Highlights:** Control VLC Media Player, PC and Mac remote control, Mouse and keyboard emulation, Browse computer files, Manage playlists, Control YouTube and streaming services, Add subtitle files

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Features (Yearly) | $3.99 | per year |
| Netflix Controls | $0.99 | one-time |
| Power Controls | $0.99 | one-time |
| Chrome/Safari/Firefox Controls | $0.99 | one-time |
| Amazon Prime Controls | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock VLC Features | $2.99 | one-time |
| Unlock VLC Features  & No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Mouse & Keyboard Controls | $2.99 | one-time |
| Ad Remover | $3.99 | one-time |
| Full Features (For Lifetime) | $5.99 | one-time |
| All Features Without VLC | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Convenient remote control
- 🚀 Works across platforms
- 💡 Useful features like YouTube control
- 👍 Easy setup

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and disconnections
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 💩 Intrusive ads
- 🤯 Confusing and unintuitive UI

**Reported bugs**

- Incompatible with latest iOS/macOS versions
- Issues with mouse/touch controls
- Purchased features not working as expected
- Unexpected behavior when pausing/stopping playback

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Ability to control brightness and other system functions
- Better support for VLC 3.0
- Customizable themes and colors


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Infuse free?

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

### Is Remote for VLC, PC & Mac free?

Remote for VLC, PC & Mac is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Infuse or Remote for VLC, PC & Mac?

Infuse is rated higher. Infuse averages 4.7 out of 5 from 29K ratings, while Remote for VLC, PC & Mac averages 4.1 from 469 ratings.

### Do Infuse or Remote for VLC, PC & Mac have ads?

Remote for VLC, PC & Mac shows ads; Infuse does not.

### Which is updated more often, Infuse or Remote for VLC, PC & Mac?

Infuse ships an update fortnightly, and Remote for VLC, PC & Mac every 3 months. Most recently, Infuse was updated on November 1, 2026 and Remote for VLC, PC & Mac on October 24, 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.*