Comparison

DirectVR Remote for DirecTV vs vrBox

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

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About

DirectVR Remote for DirecTV

Control your DirecTV system over WiFi with this comprehensive remote app. It offers full-screen controls, program information, social sharing, and Genie/RVU support. A free version is available to test compatibility before purchasing.

Highlights
  • WiFi remote control
  • Genie and RVU support
  • Full screen remotes
  • Program information
  • Social networking and sharing
  • Built-in community features
Features
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••• TRY OUR FREE VERSION FIRST ••• Please check it works on your system before you buy using our FREE DirectVR Lite App! ••• THE ORIGINAL WIFI REMOTE ••• DirectVR Home Edition is a full function remote control for your networked DirecTV system, featuring: - Genie Support. - RVU Support for DirecTV Ready televisions. - Full screen remotes - Bookmarks - Program Information - Social Networking - Program Sharing - Built-in community features. ••• REQUIREMENTS ••• * DirecTV set-top box(es) models H21, HR20 and newer or a Genie System. * You must have DirecTV's "Home Networking" installation option. * You will need a basic understanding of your home's network setup. ••• PLEASE NOTE ••• * Download the LITE version first for FREE! * If it does not work, do not leave a bad review because we provide a free version for you to try first! * Does NOT control the television functions (volume, mute, power). * The DirectVR Touch Remote application is not affiliated with DirecTV Inc. ••• SKY TV Users ••• We have also had reports from users that this also works with Sky+HD receivers in Mexico & Brazil. We cannot provide support for Sky systems - that is community supported.

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

Screenshots

DirectVR Remote for DirecTV4 screens
vrBox4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: vrBox at Free against DirectVR Remote for DirecTV's $0.99. vrBox also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). DirectVR Remote for DirecTV's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and review sentiment (44% vs 30%). On ads 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

vrBox is free to download; DirectVR Remote for DirecTV costs $0.99 up front. vrBox sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. DirectVR Remote for DirecTV asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DirectVR Remote for DirecTV ships an update every 4 months, vrBox monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
DirectVR Remote for DirecTV versus vrBox: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDirectVR Remote for DirecTVvrBox
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating2.2 (34 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews43.9% of reviews — better30.0% of reviews
Number of ratings34 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#199 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.4 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRMR LabzGuangzhou Jichuang Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

DirectVR Remote for DirecTV

All ratings34 ratings
Positive29.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative70.6%
Written reviews98 reviews
Positive43.9%
Neutral2.0%
Negative54.1%

vrBox

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

In-app purchases

None

DirectVR Remote for DirecTV

No 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

Questions

Is DirectVR Remote for DirecTV free?
DirectVR Remote for DirecTV costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is vrBox free?
vrBox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DirectVR Remote for DirecTV or vrBox have ads?
Neither DirectVR Remote for DirecTV nor vrBox shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DirectVR Remote for DirecTV or vrBox?
DirectVR Remote for DirecTV ships an update every 4 months, and vrBox monthly. Most recently, DirectVR Remote for DirecTV was updated on September 21, 2026 and vrBox on September 9, 2026.

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