Comparison

Mobile VR Station® (Ported) vs Micro Racer Controller

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

Head to head
About

Mobile VR Station® (Ported)

Experience immersive entertainment with a VR media player adapted for Cardboard. View 2D, 3D, 360, and 180 content in virtual environments, access your own media, and explore custom tours. Unlock full features with an in-app purchase.

Highlights
  • Plays 2D, 3D, 360, and 180 VR content
  • Access personal photos and videos
  • Stream content via DLNA/UPNP, FTP, Google Drive
  • Customizable virtual environments
  • Create custom tours with Open Source App
  • Basic file management
Features
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Welcome to the Ported Edition of Mobile VR Station, specially adapted for Cardboard! Originally designed for Standalone VR headsets, this version boasts a complete overhaul from the original iOS release. Discover a world of immersive entertainment as you play 2D, 3D, 360, and 180 content within a captivating virtual environment. While this version may not offer the same flexibility as the original, it remains highly customizable with profile and preset configurations. Dive into unique and personalized virtual reality experiences by accessing custom tours created with our Open Source App. Unleash your creativity or indulge in journeys crafted by others, enhancing your VR adventure beyond imagination. Our app is free to use, but for uninterrupted content enjoyment beyond the 5-minute mark or the ability to save your work using the built-in VR text editor, a convenient in-app purchase is available. Elevate your VR journey with Mobile VR Station (Ported) Edition for Cardboard! What comes with the app: 1. Over 30 backgrounds and three virtual environments. 2. Access your own photos and videos for viewing in VR. 3. Access external content via DLNA/UPNP, FTP and Google Drive. 4. Basic file management to move around content. 5. 10 sample images are provided.

About

Micro Racer Controller

Control your Micro Racer with precision using dual modes: thumbstick or motion tilt. Customize LED colors and enjoy a modern, responsive interface. The app auto-connects to your racer for seamless operation.

Highlights
  • Dual control modes (thumbstick, motion)
  • Customizable LED colors
  • Seamless auto-connection
  • Real-time signal strength
  • Modern dark theme interface
Features
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Take control of your Micro Racer with precision and style. Micro Racer Controller is the official app for controlling your StuckAtPrototype Micro Racer. Drive with responsive controls, customize LED colors, and enjoy a modern interface. KEY FEATURES: 1. Dual Control Modes Thumbstick Control: Touch-based virtual joystick for precise steering and speed Motion Control: Tilt your device to steer—intuitive and responsive 2. Custom LED Colors Set custom colors for your racer’s LEDs Colors are saved per device 3. Seamless Connection Auto-connects to your saved racer when detected Easy device scanning and management Real-time signal strength monitoring 4. Modern Interface Dark theme with neon accents Smooth animations and responsive controls

Screenshots

Mobile VR Station® (Ported)4 screens
Micro Racer Controller4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Micro Racer Controller at 5.0 against Mobile VR Station® (Ported)'s 4.1. Micro Racer Controller also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1). Mobile VR Station® (Ported)'s advantage is ratings volume (49 vs 1) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). 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

Both are free to download. Mobile VR Station® (Ported) sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Micro Racer Controller asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Micro Racer Controller holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mobile VR Station® (Ported) has 49 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Mobile VR Station® (Ported) versus Micro Racer Controller: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMobile VR Station® (Ported)Micro Racer Controller
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (49 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings49 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size329 MB1 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperMichael FullerDamian Glinojecki

Customer experience

Mobile VR Station® (Ported)

All ratings48 ratings
Positive77.1%
Neutral6.3%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative60.0%

Micro Racer Controller

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Mobile VR Station® (Ported)

One-time1
  • Premium Edition$5.99
None

Micro Racer Controller

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Mobile VR Station® (Ported) free?
Mobile VR Station® (Ported) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Micro Racer Controller free?
Micro Racer Controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Mobile VR Station® (Ported) or Micro Racer Controller?
Micro Racer Controller is rated higher. Mobile VR Station® (Ported) averages 4.1 out of 5 from 49 ratings, while Micro Racer Controller averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Mobile VR Station® (Ported) or Micro Racer Controller have ads?
Neither Mobile VR Station® (Ported) nor Micro Racer Controller shows ads.

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