MSA VR vs VR1 ARCADE
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MSA VR
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The MSA Virtual Reality (VR) app allows you to experience confined space worksite hazards and engage with MSA safety products that help protect you from these potential dangers. Use the EVOTECH® harness, MSA Xtirpa™ Manhole Guard System, ALTAIR® Grid, and ALTAIR 4XR Multigas Detector to rescue workers when the following scenarios go terribly wrong: 1) Manhole: A worker enters an underground electrical vault to restore power to a nearby office complex 2) Chemical Silo: A worker enters a chemical storage tank to weld and repair a gash in the side of the silo 3) Utility Vault: A worker enters an underground utility vault to check the pressure gauge on a water main MSA Safety is the world's leading manufacturer of high-quality, life-saving products designed to protect even in the most hazardous conditions. For more information, visit MSAsafety.com to learn more. Note: This app is designed for use with the Google Cardboard Virtual Reality Headset.
VR1 ARCADE
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VR1 Arcades App – Your Ultimate VR Hub! Step into the future of virtual reality with the VR1 Arcades app! Whether you're a seasoned VR gamer or new to the scene, our app is your go-to destination for everything VR1. RSVP to Events – Secure your spot for tournaments, exclusive VR experiences, and community meetups. Explore Games – Browse our ever-expanding library of VR titles and discover your next immersive adventure. Buy Merch – Grab official VR1 gear and show off your love for all things virtual reality. Stay Updated – Get the latest news, updates, and special offers from VR1 Arcades. And this is just the beginning—exciting new features are on the way! Download now and step into the VR1 universe.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: MSA VR at 8.0 against VR1 ARCADE's 15.1. On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 7, 2026.
| Parameter | MSA VR | VR1 ARCADE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1.3 GB | 382 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MSA - The Safety Company | Brendan Smythe |
In-app purchases
MSA VR
No in-app purchases
VR1 ARCADE
No in-app purchases
