Floatplane vs Varlaam AR Experience
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Floatplane
This platform allows users to support content creators directly, offering an ad-free and high-quality video viewing experience. The mobile app extends this premium content access to users on the go.
- Ad-free viewing
- High-quality video
- Support content creators
- Personal premium experience
- Mobile access
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Say hello to Floatplane! We believe in supporting both content creators and fans by providing a stable platform to grow on, with ad-free viewing and high-quality video for a personal, premium experience for all. Floatplane’s iPhone app lets you bring all this awesomeness with you wherever you go!
Varlaam AR Experience
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Discover the Varlaam Monastery in Meteora in a completely new way through the Varlaam AR Experience app. This innovative application uses augmented reality technology to bring postcards to life and transport you to the heart of Meteora. Features: Scan and Discover: Use the app's camera to scan postcards and uncover unique augmented reality content. Video of the Net Function: Watch a video about the historical net function and how it was used for accessing and supplying the monastery. 3D View of the Large Processional Cross: See the impressive wooden cross with metallic detailing in 3D, and explore its intricate details. Excerpt from the Church Service: Scan a photo of the church and enjoy an excerpt from a service held in the temple. The Varlaam AR Experience app is the perfect tool for those who want to experience the rich history and spirituality of the Varlaam Monastery in a unique and interactive way. Download the app and begin your journey into the world of Meteora today!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Floatplane at 13.4 against Varlaam AR Experience's 15.6. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Floatplane | Varlaam AR Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (394 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 50.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 394 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.4 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 45 MB | 149 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Floatplane Media Inc. | Theodoros Rantos |
Bugs and requests
Floatplane
Reported bugs
4 issues- Inconsistent video loading indicators
- Unreliable login/sign-up process
- Orientation issues on iPad
- Casting/mirroring problems
Requested features
5 requests- Picture-in-Picture mode
- Resume playback across devices
- Notification settings
- Offline video downloads
- Improved video scrubbing
Varlaam AR Experience
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Floatplane
No in-app purchases
Varlaam AR Experience
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Floatplane free?
Is Varlaam AR Experience free?
Do Floatplane or Varlaam AR Experience have ads?
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