Comparison

Remote for VLC, PC & Mac vs KMPlayer+ Divx Codec

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

Head to head
About

Remote for VLC, PC & Mac

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
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The simplest VLC Remote you'll ever find. Period. But now the simplest VLC Remote is also a complete Mac Remote & PC Remote app. Groping in the dark for keyboard shortcuts whilst watching a movie or racing to your computer in the middle of a steamy date just to change the music track? well, you'll no longer have to do that. Meet VLC media player’s most compatible, up-to-date and user-friendly partner—VLC Mobile Remote for iOS. VLC M Remote is the most convenient way of controlling VLC Player from your smartphones and tablets. No more couch-to-computer workouts. If you watch movies and videos offline or online on your computers, this VLC Remote gives you the awesome power to control VLC Media Player wherever you're seated, whether in the kitchen or in the garden. Just install the app, sit back, relax and remotely control VLC Player, Netflix, YouTube and Amazon Prime from the couch. Works well with VLC running on both Desktops & Laptops based Windows, Mac OS or Linux. "This is the best remote app for VLC and can't even think about watching movies without it" - Vishal "App does everything I need it to with a modern UI and nice features. Setup is very in-depth and simple to understand" - Colby347 Remote for VLC This VLC Remote Control App lets you control VLC Media Player on your desktop or laptop and allows you to browse, play your computer files as well as YouTube videos. + With this VLC Remote App, You don't need to install any software on your PC or Mac! (or alternatively, install our helper app, VMR Connect to your PC/Mac for easy setup) + 'Setup Wizard' step by step guide makes it easy to setup VLC Media Player with this VLC Remote app. + Control VLC from Apple Watches + This VLC Remote App auto connects to VLC Player when you're on same Wi-Fi + Stop, Play and Pause + Control volume, next track and previous track + Seek control, fast forward and fast rewind + Toggle full-screen, Repeat, Shuffle, Loop, Aspect Ratio, Audio Track + Manage Subtitle, playback speed, crop + DVD Controls + Use this app as a PC remote to access all your media files. + Works as a YouTube remote. + Manage playlist + Add subtitle files to currently playing video (supports .srt files only and requires VLC v2.2.0 or up). + Play online media files (Website videos, radio channels etc) + Take screenshot or snap of video frame + Set a folder as 'Home location' + Save favourite folders + Home Screen Widget & Notification controls + Lock screen notification controls/widget + Incoming call handling with soft pause & soft resume options + Use device volume buttons to control VLC volume + Handle multiple files on the saved computer + Fast scrolling on browse & playlists + Switch Audio output devices + Sort Browse list + Save multiple host/computer addresses + Quit VLC Media player directly from the App PC Remote & Mac Remote (Windows & Mac) With VMR Connect on your Windows PC or Mac, it also works as a complete Remote for your PC or Mac. This app is the most convenient way to watch not only offline videos but also online videos from Netflix, YouTube, Amazon Prime, HBO, HotStar etc. + Mouse & Keyboard Remote + System Power Control (Shutdown, restart, sleep etc) + Works as Netflix Remote, Amazon Prime Remote, YouTube Remote. + Remote control for any media player. + Launch and Control Chrome, Firefox or any other internet browser on your PC/Mac. All You Need + VLC Media player ( v2.0 or newer) on your Windows PC, Mac computers or Linux PC + Common local network (LAN or WiFi) connection between your phone & desktop or laptop + Install VMR Connect (Optional) to Windows PC or Mac from https://vlcmobileremote.com/download Supported Operating Systems + Works as a VLC Remote with Windows, OSX/Mac OS and Linux operating systems. + With Windows systems, works as a PC Remote Controller. + Also Works as Mac Remote for Mac OS running devices. Visit our website for more info - https://vlcmobileremote.com/ "Terms of Use: https://vlcmobileremote.com/terms/"

About

KMPlayer+ Divx Codec

Enhance your media experience with advanced codec support for DivX and a wide range of subtitle formats. Enjoy high-definition playback, customizable settings, and seamless file sharing.

Highlights
  • DivX codec support
  • High-definition video playback (HD, 4K, 8K)
  • Extensive subtitle format support
  • Color and zoom adjustment
  • Playback speed control
  • Wi-Fi file sharing
  • Cloud and network streaming
Features
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▶ KMPlayer, Customer Lounge is here! ▶ Feedback, ideas, and events—all welcome. - Link: https://cobak.co/en/space/392 ▶ KMPlayer Plus (Divx Codec) officially support Divx codec. Please check up codec which is not supported. [ Supported codec ] Avi File : DXMF, DX50, DIVX, DIV4, DIV3, MP4V MKV File : DX50, DIV3, DIVX, DIV4, MP4V [ Not supported codec ] DTS, EAC3, TrueHD eac3, mlp, trhd, dts, dts, dtsb, dtsc, dtse, dtsh, dtsl, ms [ Supported Subtitle Format ] DVD, DVB, SSA/ASS Subtitle Track. SubStation Alpha(.ssa/.ass) with full styling.SAMI(.smi) with ruby tag support. SubRip(.srt), MicroDVD(.sub/.txt), VobSub(.sub/.idx), SubViewer2.0(.sub), MPL2(.mpl/.txt), TMPlayer(.txt), Teletext, PJS(.pjs) , WebVTT(.vtt) ▶ Function for KMPlayer Plus (Divx Codec) Media Player Function Bookmark : Bookmark on your wanted position to play. High definition video playback: HD, 4K, 8K, UHD, Full HD playback. Color adjustment: change brightness, contrast, hue, saturation, gamma information Zoom in video: Zoom in and move the video you're watching Section repeat: Repeat after section designation Invert video: Invert left and right (mirror mode), upside down Quick Button: Select and specify player options with one click Equalizer: Use equalizer for music and video Speed control: Playback speed control function up to 0.25 ~ 4 times Beautiful UI: beautiful music and video playback UI Subtitle Setting: Change subtitle color, size, position Timer function: Video and music timer function Other Functions Sharing via Wi-Fi: Using Wi-Fi file transfer between a PC and mobile without a wired connection. Search function: Search music and video you want My List (Playlist): Create video and music playlist Play URL: Play any video on web by entering a URL (Streaming) Network: Private server connection by FTP, UPNP, SMB, WebDAV Cloud: Play music and content within Dropbox, OneDrive ▶ Access Permission Information Selectable Permission Storage: Request for access to photos, music, and videos stored on the device * You can use the basic service even if you do not agree with the selectable permission. (However, functions that require selectable permission cannot be used.) ▶ Contact Email : 'support.divx@kmplayer.com'

Screenshots

Remote for VLC, PC & Mac4 screens
KMPlayer+ Divx Codec4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Remote for VLC, PC & Mac at Free against KMPlayer+ Divx Codec's $3.99. Remote for VLC, PC & Mac also leads on ratings volume (435 vs 51). KMPlayer+ Divx Codec's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and ads (none vs shown). On rating, review sentiment 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

Remote for VLC, PC & Mac is free to download; KMPlayer+ Divx Codec costs $3.99 up front. Remote for VLC, PC & Mac sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per year. KMPlayer+ Divx Codec asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Remote for VLC, PC & Mac holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote for VLC, PC & Mac has 435 ratings behind it against 51, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 52% of Remote for VLC, PC & Mac's written reviews are positive against 56% of KMPlayer+ Divx Codec's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote for VLC, PC & Mac ships an update every 3 months, KMPlayer+ Divx Codec every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Remote for VLC, PC & Mac versus KMPlayer+ Divx Codec: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote for VLC, PC & MacKMPlayer+ Divx Codec
PriceFree — better$3.99
Rating4.1 (435 ratings) — better3.9 (51 ratings)
Positive reviews51.7% of reviews55.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings435 — better51
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank—#72 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB138 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAdarsh UrsPANDORATV Co.,Ltd

Customer experience

Remote for VLC, PC & Mac

All ratings435 ratings
Positive77.5%
Neutral5.5%
Negative17.0%
Written reviews209 reviews
Positive51.7%
Neutral8.6%
Negative39.7%

KMPlayer+ Divx Codec

All ratings51 ratings
Positive72.5%
Neutral3.9%
Negative23.5%
Written reviews113 reviews
Positive55.8%
Neutral13.3%
Negative31.0%

Bugs and requests

Remote for VLC, PC & Mac

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • 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

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

KMPlayer+ Divx Codec

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Remote for VLC, PC & Mac

Subscriptions1
  • Full Features (Yearly)7 Days trial$3.991 Year
One-time10
  • Netflix Controls$0.99
  • Power Controls$0.99
  • Chrome/Safari/Firefox Controls$0.99
Show 7 more
  • Amazon Prime Controls$0.99
  • Unlock VLC Features$2.99
  • Unlock VLC Features & No Ads$2.99
  • Mouse & Keyboard Controls$2.99
  • Ad Remover$3.99
  • Full Features (For Lifetime)$5.99
  • All Features Without VLC$7.99
None

KMPlayer+ Divx Codec

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Remote for VLC, PC & Mac free?
Remote for VLC, PC & Mac is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is KMPlayer+ Divx Codec free?
KMPlayer+ Divx Codec costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Remote for VLC, PC & Mac or KMPlayer+ Divx Codec?
Remote for VLC, PC & Mac is rated higher. Remote for VLC, PC & Mac averages 4.1 out of 5 from 435 ratings, while KMPlayer+ Divx Codec averages 3.9 from 51 ratings.
Do Remote for VLC, PC & Mac or KMPlayer+ Divx Codec have ads?
Remote for VLC, PC & Mac shows ads; KMPlayer+ Divx Codec does not.
Which is updated more often, Remote for VLC, PC & Mac or KMPlayer+ Divx Codec?
Remote for VLC, PC & Mac ships an update every 3 months, and KMPlayer+ Divx Codec every 9 days. Most recently, Remote for VLC, PC & Mac was updated on October 15, 2026 and KMPlayer+ Divx Codec on October 19, 2026.

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