Comparison

Mobile VR Station® (Ported) vs MiniVoD

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

MiniVoD

Features
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MiniVoD is a modern streaming platform focused on premium short-form entertainment. Browse series, watch episodes, and access exclusive content through a secure subscription-based experience optimized for mobile devices. The platform provides seamless playback, intuitive navigation, and cross-device accessibility designed for modern viewers. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Mobile VR Station® (Ported)4 screens
MiniVoD4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: MiniVoD at 3 against Mobile VR Station® (Ported)'s 1. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 and MiniVoD sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mobile VR Station® (Ported) ships an update every 2 weeks, MiniVoD monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Mobile VR Station® (Ported) versus MiniVoD: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMobile VR Station® (Ported)MiniVoD
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (50 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings50 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size329 MB21 MB
Age rating9+17+
DeveloperMichael FullerVasilis Blioumis

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Mobile VR Station® (Ported)

One-time1
  • Premium Edition$5.99
3 purchases

MiniVoD

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Access$2.997 Days
  • Monthly Access$5.991 Month
  • Yearly Access$44.991 Year

Questions

Is Mobile VR Station® (Ported) free?
Mobile VR Station® (Ported) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MiniVoD free?
MiniVoD is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Mobile VR Station® (Ported) or MiniVoD have ads?
Neither Mobile VR Station® (Ported) nor MiniVoD shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mobile VR Station® (Ported) or MiniVoD?
Mobile VR Station® (Ported) ships an update every 2 weeks, and MiniVoD monthly. Most recently, Mobile VR Station® (Ported) was updated on November 4, 2026 and MiniVoD on October 28, 2026.

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