# MX Player vs Robi AR

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Robi AR at 100% against MX Player's 58%. Robi AR also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). MX Player's advantage is ratings volume (4.9K vs 3). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MX Player sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Robi AR asks for nothing beyond the download.

Robi AR holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MX Player has 4.9K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of MX Player's written reviews are positive against 100% of Robi AR's.

MX Player ships an update every 3 weeks, Robi AR weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MX Player | Robi AR |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (4.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mx-player-video-player/id1578866804/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/robi-ar/id6443801756/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4.9K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 58.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 146 MB | 477 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jatin Maniya](https://appshunter.io/developer/1578216434) | [Robi Axiata Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/870209891) |

## What reviewers say

### MX Player

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mx-player-video-player/id1578866804)

Play all your videos in various formats with this powerful player. It offers advanced playback controls, subtitle support, and easy file synchronization with your computer. Enjoy a seamless viewing experience with customizable options.

**Highlights:** Supports all video formats (MKV, AVI, MP4, etc.), Multi-track audio and subtitle support, Gesture controls for volume, brightness, and seeking, Playback speed control, Screenshot capture from videos, File synchronization with computer via iTunes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $16.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Best video player
- 👍 Good app
- 👍 Very good

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Freezing issues
- 🐛 Plays ads and freezes
- 🔋 Too many ads
- 🔋 Boring ads
- 🔋 New design is bad

**Reported bugs**

- Version issues
- Errors in previous version

**Requested features**

- Ability to delete movies from the app


### Robi AR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/robi-ar/id6443801756)

Experience engaging content with augmented reality features. Interact with special messages, try fun filters, and get a chance to win signed memorabilia. Purchase products to unlock exclusive opportunities.

**Highlights:** Augmented reality content, Interactive brand ambassador messages, Creative filters, Product purchase opportunities, Prize giveaways

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MX Player free?

MX Player is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Robi AR free?

Robi AR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, MX Player or Robi AR?

Robi AR is rated higher. MX Player averages 4.6 out of 5 from 4.9K ratings, while Robi AR averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do MX Player or Robi AR have ads?

MX Player shows ads; Robi AR does not.

### Which is updated more often, MX Player or Robi AR?

MX Player ships an update every 3 weeks, and Robi AR weekly. Most recently, MX Player was updated on October 25, 2026 and Robi AR on October 19, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*