Comparison

vrBox vs VRPlayerX

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

Head to head
About

vrBox

This application functions as a comprehensive virtual reality player, supporting a wide array of video formats including 3D and VR content. It allows users to view 2D movies in VR mode and access local network shares. Users can adjust playback settings and viewing angles for an immersive experience.

Highlights
  • Supports most video formats
  • Plays 3D and VR movies
  • View 2D movies in VR
  • Access local LAN sharing
  • Rotated playback
  • Adjustable display scale
  • Change viewing angle
  • Adjust pupil distance
Features
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Watch your videos your way with vrBox Player — a VR video player designed for iPhone and iPad. Play compatible 2D, 3D, VR180, and 360° videos from your device, Photos, Files, iCloud Drive, compatible video links, or SMB shares on your local network. Use vrBox Player with a compatible mobile VR headset for an immersive viewing experience. KEY FEATURES • Play compatible 2D, 3D, VR180, and 360° videos • Support for side-by-side and top-bottom 3D video • Watch regular 2D videos in VR mode • Open videos from Photos, Files, and iCloud Drive • Play videos from SMB shares on your local network • Open compatible direct video links • Switch between available playback and display modes • Adjust display scale and screen orientation • Control the viewing angle by moving your iPhone or swiping the screen • Adjust interpupillary distance for a more comfortable VR experience • Keep your media private: selected media is processed on your device and is not uploaded to VRBox servers A compatible mobile VR headset is recommended when using VR mode. Playback availability depends on the video format, codec, resolution, device, and network environment. Some files, links, or network servers may not be compatible. FREE PREVIEW AND SUBSCRIPTIONS vrBox Player is free to download. Without an active subscription, you can preview each video for up to 10 minutes. Subscribe to unlock uninterrupted playback and all subscriber features. Payment will be charged to your Apple Account when you confirm your purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. Your Apple Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current billing period, at the price shown when you purchased the subscription. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time in Settings > [Your Name] > Subscriptions. If you cancel, your subscription will remain active until the end of the current billing period. You can also restore eligible purchases from within vrBox Player. Privacy Policy: https://api.vrbox.app/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://api.vrbox.app/terms-of-use Questions or feedback: help@pddy.site

About

VRPlayerX

This VR player transforms your mobile videos into immersive VR experiences. Enjoy single or multiple video playback with adjustable screen sizes for a cinematic feel. It supports various video sources, including your device's album and network transfers.

Highlights
  • Converts videos to VR mode
  • Supports mobile album, WIFI, SMB, and computer files
  • High-definition image quality
  • Single video playback with giant screen
  • Multiple video playback
  • Zoom screen functionality
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The VR player converts the original video (mobile photo album, WIFI transmission, SMB service, computer transmitted video files) into VR mode for playback, with high-definition image quality Playback mode 1. Single video playback with giant screen experience 2. Multiple video playback for greater impact 3. Zoom Screen of VR

Screenshots

vrBox4 screens
VRPlayerX4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: VRPlayerX at 100% against vrBox's 30%. VRPlayerX also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs monthly) and iOS requirement (13 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. vrBox sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and VRPlayerX sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

vrBox ships an update monthly, VRPlayerX every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
vrBox versus VRPlayerX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametervrBoxVRPlayerX
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews30.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.613 — better
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGuangzhou Jichuang Technology Co., Ltd.伟 熊

Customer experience

vrBox

Written reviews20 reviews
Positive30.0%
Neutral15.0%
Negative55.0%

VRPlayerX

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

vrBox

Subscriptions3
  • Automatic monthly renewal$1.991 Month
  • Automatic quarterly renewal$3.993 Months
  • Automatic annual renewal7 Days trial$9.991 Year
1 purchases

VRPlayerX

One-time1
  • Purchase all features$4.99

Questions

Is vrBox free?
vrBox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VRPlayerX free?
VRPlayerX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do vrBox or VRPlayerX have ads?
Neither vrBox nor VRPlayerX shows ads.
Which is updated more often, vrBox or VRPlayerX?
vrBox ships an update monthly, and VRPlayerX every 6 days. Most recently, vrBox was updated on September 9, 2026 and VRPlayerX on June 1, 2026.

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