vrBox vs PortalVR Controller
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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
PortalVR Controller
Transform your smartphone into a virtual reality controller for an immersive VR experience. Seamlessly connect and navigate your VR environment with intuitive touch controls.
- Turns phone into VR controller
- Use with PortalVR
- Intuitive touch controls
- Seamless connection
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PortalVR Controller turns your phone into a VR controller, for use with PortalVR.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: PortalVR Controller at 100% against vrBox's 30%. PortalVR Controller also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 3 days vs monthly). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. vrBox sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. PortalVR Controller asks for nothing beyond the download.
vrBox ships an update monthly, PortalVR Controller every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | vrBox | PortalVR Controller |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 30.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Guangzhou Jichuang Technology Co., Ltd. | Portal VR, Inc. |
Customer experience
vrBox
PortalVR Controller
In-app purchases
vrBox
- Automatic monthly renewal$1.991 Month
- Automatic quarterly renewal$3.993 Months
- Automatic annual renewal7 Days trial$9.991 Year
PortalVR Controller
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is vrBox free?
Is PortalVR Controller free?
Do vrBox or PortalVR Controller have ads?
Which is updated more often, vrBox or PortalVR Controller?
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