Comparison

IRIAM vs Netmarble Connect

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

Head to head
About

IRIAM

This app connects users with VTubers through interactive live streams. Engage in real-time conversations, send comments and gifts to support creators, and participate in in-app events to build strong fan communities. Experience high-quality streaming with minimal lag.

Highlights
  • Near-zero latency live streaming
  • Interactive comments and gifts
  • In-app events for fan engagement
  • Connect with VTubers
  • Join fan communities
  • High-quality streaming experience
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We’re recruiting VTubers! Check out for more details: https://us.iriam.com/debut-support-program/ The app is now available in North America (US and Canada)! == Bigger Interactions in a Smaller Space. Chat with VTubers on IRIAM! Have you ever wished to have a casual conversation with VTubers more easily and interact more closely? Have you ever desired a place where you can engage in conversations about topics that you can't find anyone to talk to around you, such as Japan-focused content like manga, anime, games, and more? With IRIAM, an Interactive Live Streaming App born in Japan and downloaded by over 5 million users, that becomes possible. IRIAM is an interactive VTuber platform. It's designed exclusively for watching and interacting with VTubers' live streams on mobile devices. IRIAM is a No.1 VTuber streaming app in Japan*, which has won Japan's Best Virtual Live Streaming App Award at the "Sensor Tower APAC Awards 2022." About 10,000 VTubers and streamers stream on IRIAM every day in Japan. Find and enjoy communicating with VTubers, and join exciting, new fan communities! [Feature 1] Almost ZERO latency! Experience interactive high-quality live streaming with virtually no latency, making it feel like you are actually having a real-life conversation! [Feature 2] Co-create Exciting Streams by Sending Comments and Gifts! A synergistic connection between VTuber and viewers drives the stream to new heights of excitement with each gift and comment. [Feature 3] Create Irreplaceable Moments with In-App Events! Team up with your Oshi in exciting in-app events and help them score awesome rewards! Get ready to level up your bond with them! The name IRIAM is originated from an anagram of "MIRAI," which means "future" in Japanese.Let's make your future even more brilliant with IRIAM! Check out our official accounts: Website: [https://us.iriam.com](https://us.iriam.com/) X (Twitter): https://x.com/iriam_us YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ *Users must be 18 years of age or older to use this app. © IRIAM Inc.

About

Netmarble Connect

Play PC games remotely on your mobile device, no installation required. Receive real-time character status notifications and engage with the official community. Enjoy a seamless gaming experience anywhere, anytime.

Highlights
  • Remote PC game play
  • No game installation needed
  • Real-time character status alerts
  • Mobile-optimized community access
  • Seamless high-end game support
  • Single login for news and chat
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▣ Remote play games on your PC! Play games' PC versions anytime, anywhere with Netmarble Connect! You don't even need to have the game installed or running on your PC. With Netmarble Connect, everything from game installation to updates and running the game can be done remotely! It even supports high-end games! Enjoy a seamless PC experience on mobile. ▣ Use character status notifications to quickly respond to emerging gameplay! While you're not playing the game, we'll alert you of any danger your character may be facing in real time! Get notified of events including PVP attacks, character death, and rare item acquisition. You can tailor your notifications so you don't miss any important news. ▣ Have more fun together in the official community! Tired of trying to use the forums while playing games in landscape mode? With Netmarble Connect, you can easily access the official mobile-optimized community! Use a single login to check the latest news, chat with other players, and play even more games! [Precautions for Using Mobile Data] - Remote service availability may vary depending on your mobile carrier and device network conditions. - This service uses more data than other video streaming services. - Data charges may apply when streaming or playing remotely using your carrier's mobile data. [Access Permission Guide] ▶ Required Access Rights: None ▶ Optional Access Rights - Notifications: Used to receive push notifications. - Photos: Used when downloading web content. - Camera: Used to take and attach photos when posting on the official community. *You can use the service even if you do not grant access permission. ▶ How to Revoke Access Rights - Settings > Select App > Revoke Access Rights ========================================== - Terms of Service: https://help.netmarble.com/terms/terms_of_service_en?lcLocale=en - Privacy Policy: https://help.netmarble.com/terms/privacy_policy_en?lcLocale=en

Screenshots

IRIAM4 screens
Netmarble Connect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Netmarble Connect at none against IRIAM's 10. Netmarble Connect also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). IRIAM's advantage is ratings volume (455 vs 4) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, ads 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

Both are free to download. IRIAM sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Netmarble Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

IRIAM holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IRIAM has 455 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of IRIAM's written reviews are positive against 36% of Netmarble Connect's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

IRIAM ships an update fortnightly, Netmarble Connect every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
IRIAM versus Netmarble Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIRIAMNetmarble Connect
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (455 ratings) — better4.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews47.9% of reviews — better36.4% of reviews
Number of ratings455 — better4
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#147 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size315 MB72 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperIRIAM Inc.Netmarble Corporation

Customer experience

IRIAM

All ratings450 ratings
Positive80.9%
Neutral2.7%
Negative16.4%
Written reviews119 reviews
Positive47.9%
Neutral7.6%
Negative44.5%

Netmarble Connect

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive36.4%
Neutral9.1%
Negative54.5%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

IRIAM

One-time10
  • 140 pts$1.39
  • 282 pts$2.79
  • 590 pts$3.99
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  • 606 pts$5.99
  • 1090 pts$7.99
  • 1062 pts$10.49
  • 3088 pts$30.49
  • 6280 pts$61.99
  • 10130 pts$99.99
  • 32930 pts$324.99
None

Netmarble Connect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is IRIAM free?
IRIAM is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Netmarble Connect free?
Netmarble Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, IRIAM or Netmarble Connect?
IRIAM is rated higher. IRIAM averages 4.2 out of 5 from 455 ratings, while Netmarble Connect averages 4.0 from 4 ratings.
Do IRIAM or Netmarble Connect have ads?
Neither IRIAM nor Netmarble Connect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, IRIAM or Netmarble Connect?
IRIAM ships an update fortnightly, and Netmarble Connect every 2 months. Most recently, IRIAM was updated on November 11, 2026 and Netmarble Connect on November 12, 2026.

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