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

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remote for VLC, PC & Mac | KMPlayer+ Divx Codec |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $3.99 |
| Rating | **[4.1 (435 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-for-vlc-pc-and-mac/id1140931401/reviews)** | [3.9 (51 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kmplayer-plus-divx-codec/id1520506334/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **435** | 51 |
| Positive reviews | 51.7% of reviews | **55.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#95** |
| Size | 38 MB | 138 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Adarsh Urs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1140931400) | [PANDORATV Co.,Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/402122835) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### KMPlayer+ Divx Codec

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kmplayer-plus-divx-codec/id1520506334)

**Currently charting:** #95 Top Paid · Entertainment (US App Store)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked 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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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*