Comparison

TVOutPlayer vs Retromatic 2.0

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

Head to head
About

TVOutPlayer

This application plays video files continuously, offering playback controls like zoom and aspect ratio adjustments. It supports external display output and file transfer via FTP when connected to Wi-Fi. Note that it does not convert video formats.

Highlights
  • Continuous video playback
  • Zoom and aspect ratio adjustment
  • External display support
  • FTP server for file transfer
  • Access to camera roll and iPod library
Features
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This software is a player application that continuously plays video. Notes The format of the video file that iPhone and iPad can play depending on the device differs slightly. Since this application has no video conversion function, only movies that can be played by the device can be played. In order to display the camera roll and video of the iPod library, you need to allow access to photos and media libraries. Functional overview You can continuously play the video displayed in the list. You can zoom the video, change the aspect ratio, change the center position of the display. If you connect an external output capable device to your iOS device, you can display the video screen on the external display. When connecting to Wi-Fi, you can send and receive video files with FTP client using the FTP server function in the application.

About

Retromatic 2.0

Transform your photos into nostalgic masterpieces with a variety of retro filters, graphic themes, and customizable stickers. Easily create vintage-style posters and share them across social media platforms.

Highlights
  • 18 retro filters
  • 17 graphic themes
  • 70+ modifiable stickers
  • High-resolution image support
  • Social media sharing
Features
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Take your pictures back in time with Retromatic's retro-style themes, stickers, and effects. In a matter of seconds, you can create fun posters featuring your favorite objects. Remember your favorite decades with our unique, easy-to-use app. Features 1. 18 amazing retro filters 2. 17 graphic themes in 17 different colors 3. Over 70 modifiable retro stickers 4. Supports high-resolution images (1280x1280) 5. Supports Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr Instructions 1. Take or choose a photo 2. Trace the outline of the subject 3. Pick a theme in your favorite color 4. Select a filter 5. Add stickers and text in a variety of colors 6. Save and share with your friends! Don't worry, we will continue to update our stickers and effects for more retro fun. :) Participate to win a spot in our showcase! All you have to do is... 1. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter Facebook: facebook.com/petavision Instagram: Petavision Twitter: Petavision 2. Tag #RetromaticChoice to your favorite photos! Want to get in touch with us? Email us at: info@peta-vision.com

Screenshots

TVOutPlayer4 screens
Retromatic 2.04 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Retromatic 2.0 at 88% against TVOutPlayer's 0%. Retromatic 2.0 also leads on rating (4.6 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (75 vs 1). TVOutPlayer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6). On price, 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

TVOutPlayer costs $1.99 and Retromatic 2.0 $1.99 up front. Retromatic 2.0 sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. TVOutPlayer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Retromatic 2.0 holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Retromatic 2.0 has 75 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of TVOutPlayer's written reviews are positive against 88% of Retromatic 2.0's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TVOutPlayer ships an update every 5 months, Retromatic 2.0 every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
TVOutPlayer versus Retromatic 2.0: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTVOutPlayerRetromatic 2.0
Price$1.99$1.99
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)4.6 (75 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews88.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings175 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.09.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB68 MB
Age rating17+4+
Developerr2r660ccPeta Vision

Customer experience

TVOutPlayer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Retromatic 2.0

All ratings75 ratings
Positive89.3%
Neutral4.0%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews1,051 reviews
Positive88.2%
Neutral5.8%
Negative6.0%

Bugs and requests

TVOutPlayer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Retromatic 2.0

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Text editing issues
  • Compatibility problems with newer devices
  • Crashes when trying to restore purchases

Requested features

6 requests
  • Ability to adjust contrast and brightness
  • More backgrounds, stickers, and fonts
  • Eraser tool for selection
  • Support for larger image sizes
  • Ability to import custom images
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  • Save and resume editing projects

In-app purchases

None

TVOutPlayer

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Retromatic 2.0

One-time6
  • X-mas & New year package$0.99
  • doodler package$0.99
  • BOGOTA package$0.99
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  • MARTINI package$0.99
  • Christmas 2013 package$0.99
  • A Doodly Holiday$0.99

Questions

Is TVOutPlayer free?
TVOutPlayer costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Retromatic 2.0 free?
Retromatic 2.0 costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TVOutPlayer or Retromatic 2.0?
Retromatic 2.0 is rated higher. TVOutPlayer averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Retromatic 2.0 averages 4.6 from 75 ratings.
Do TVOutPlayer or Retromatic 2.0 have ads?
Neither TVOutPlayer nor Retromatic 2.0 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TVOutPlayer or Retromatic 2.0?
TVOutPlayer ships an update every 5 months, and Retromatic 2.0 every 6 weeks. Most recently, TVOutPlayer was updated on October 27, 2026 and Retromatic 2.0 on October 29, 2026.

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