Comparison

vrBox vs PinoFBT

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

PinoFBT

Enhance your VR experience with full-body tracking using your iPhone. Enjoy seamless motion capture for games like VRChat and Dance Dash, with options for single or dual-phone tracking. Achieve accurate 360-degree, 60-FPS movement without extra hardware.

Highlights
  • Full-body tracking for VR
  • No additional apps or drivers needed
  • Single-phone and dual-phone tracking
  • 360-degree, 60-FPS local Wi-Fi tracking
  • Chest and hip tracking included
  • Optional subscription for elbow, knee, and foot tracking
Features
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Say goodbye to the hassle of downloading additional applications or drivers as PinoFBT offers seamless full-body tracking for VRChat experiences.With PinoFBT, you can enjoy dancing, walking, and talking in VRChat/Dance Dash. As it keeps updating, it will support more and more games. Support games: VRChat, Dance Dash, Blade & Sorcery, Resonite, ChilloutVR, Zenith: Nexus, Island 359, Dragon Fist: VR Kung Fu, Holodance, SteamVR PinoFBT supports single-phone and high-quality dual-phone tracking. PinoFBT's local Wi-Fi connection from your iPhone to your VR headset or PC offers 360-degree and 60-FPS tracking, allowing you to move around freely and get the most out of your VR experience. Using the iPhone's camera to capture your body's motion with accurate tracking, PinoFBT comes free with chest and hip tracking. Furthermore, the subscription offers two elbows, two knees, and two feet to your tracking capabilities. As well as future app updates and support in PinoFBT’s Official Discord Server. In-App Subscription With a Lite/Lite+/Pro/Pro+ in-app subscription, you can upgrade/downgrade/crossgrade your subscription as per your convenience, and any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited if you purchase a subscription. To learn more about PinoQuest's Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, visit their official website. Check out the tutorial video on their YouTube channel and join their Discord community for any support or queries. With PinoFBT, take your VR experiences to the next level! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://pages.flycricket.io/pinoquest/privacy.html Official Website: https://tinyurl.com/pinofbt Official Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pinofbt Tutorial Video: https://youtu.be/fRA2BdlfY48 Discord(support): https://discord.gg/pinofbt-1050601313676828693 Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=83692573 Can’t access Discord? Contact our Support Email: pinoquest@gmail.com

Screenshots

vrBox4 screens
PinoFBT4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: vrBox at none against PinoFBT's shown. PinoFBT's advantage is review sentiment (50% vs 30%) and update cadence (weekly vs monthly). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. vrBox sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and PinoFBT sells 23 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 3 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

vrBox ships an update monthly, PinoFBT weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and August 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
vrBox versus PinoFBT: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametervrBoxPinoFBT
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.6 (347 ratings) — better
Positive reviews30.0% of reviews50.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—347 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyWeekly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGuangzhou Jichuang Technology Co., Ltd.Fu-Hao Chen

Customer experience

vrBox

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

PinoFBT

All ratings347 ratings
Positive62.2%
Neutral7.2%
Negative30.5%
Written reviews125 reviews
Positive50.4%
Neutral9.6%
Negative40.0%

Bugs and requests

vrBox

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

PinoFBT

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Subscription suddenly stops working
  • Tracking gets worse after updates
  • Calibration menu doesn't show up in VRChat

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add arm tracking
  • Improve laying down and sitting tracking
  • Support more games like Blade & Sorcery
  • Offer one-time purchase option

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
23 purchases

PinoFBT

Subscriptions15
  • Lite: Single, Quest, 3 Month7 Days trial$5.993 Months
  • Lite: Single, SteamVR, 3 Month7 Days trial$5.993 Months
  • Lite: Single, Quest, 6 Month7 Days trial$9.996 Months
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  • Pro: Dual, Quest, 3 Months7 Days trial$9.993 Months
  • Pro: Dual, SteamVR, 3 Months7 Days trial$9.993 Months
  • Lite+: Single, Q&S, 3 Months7 Days trial$9.993 Months
  • Lite: Single, SteamVR, 6 Month7 Days trial$9.996 Months
  • Pro+: Dual, Q&S, 3 Months7 Days trial$13.993 Months
  • Pro: Dual, Quest, 6 Months7 Days trial$16.996 Months
  • Lite+: Single, Q&S, 6 Months7 Days trial$16.996 Months
  • Lite: Single, Quest, 1 Year7 Days trial$17.991 Year
  • Lite: Single, SteamVR, 1 Year7 Days trial$17.991 Year
  • Pro: Dual, Quest, 1 Year7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Lite+: Single, Q&S, 1 Year7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Pro+: Dual, Q&S, 1 Year7 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time8
  • Life Upgrade to Dual, Quest$9.99
  • Life Upgrade to Dual, SteamVR$9.99
  • Life Upgrade to Dual, Q&S$29.99
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  • Life Upgrade to Dual, Q&S$39.99
  • Life Upgrade to Dual, Quest$49.99
  • Life Upgrade to Dual, SteamVR$49.99
  • Lifetime: Single, Quest$49.99
  • Life Upgrade to Dual, Q&S$79.99

Questions

Is vrBox free?
vrBox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PinoFBT free?
PinoFBT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do vrBox or PinoFBT have ads?
PinoFBT shows ads; vrBox does not.
Which is updated more often, vrBox or PinoFBT?
vrBox ships an update monthly, and PinoFBT weekly. Most recently, vrBox was updated on September 9, 2026 and PinoFBT on August 16, 2026.

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