Comparison

Chroma vs The Game Browser

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

Head to head
About

Chroma

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a cinema-grade media player. Stream your personal library with support for various servers and advanced playback features like Dolby Vision and offline downloads. Offers an immersive cinema experience for Apple Vision Pro.

Highlights
  • Plex, Jellyfin, Emby server support
  • Direct play for MKV and other formats
  • Dolby Vision and HDR support
  • Offline playback and downloads
  • Live on-device subtitle transcription
  • Immersive theater environments (Apple Vision Pro)
Features
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Chroma turns your iPhone and iPad into a cinema-grade player for your own media library. * Plex, Jellyfin, and Emby — multiple servers, one beautiful app * Direct play for formats servers usually transcode, including MKV * Dolby Vision, HDR, and multichannel audio * Picture in Picture — keep watching while you do anything else * Downloads and offline playback that remember where you left off * Transcribe: on-device live subtitles for videos that have none * Subtitle styling, audio track selection, and caption timing control * Skip intros and credits (Plex Pass required by library owner) * Home Screen widgets and deep links straight into playback And if you have an Apple Vision Pro: Chroma is its premier personal cinema — immersive theater environments, AI 3D, spatial video, and VR180/360 playback, with the same libraries, picking up right where your iPhone left off. I am actively developing this app and want it to be one of the best choices for your enjoyment. If you have feature suggestions or run into issues, let me know via the contact link so I can make sure they are on my radar! ** Chroma Pass ** Chroma Pass unlocks the full experience — no watch limit. It's available as a monthly or yearly auto-renewing subscription, each with a 7-day free trial, or as a one-time Lifetime purchase. Chroma Pass includes: * Removes the 5-minute watch time limitation. * Syncs playback time with your media server to pick up where you last watched. * Monthly: $2.99 * Yearly: $29.99 (7-day free trial) * Lifetime: $59.99 one-time — yours forever, no renewal. * For the subscription plans, payment is charged to your Apple Account at the end of the free trial unless cancelled, and auto-renews unless you disable auto-renewal at least 24 hours before the end of the current period in your Apple Account settings. * The Lifetime purchase is a one-time charge and does not renew. Privacy Policy: https://snacksaftermidnight.com/privacy/ End User License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

The Game Browser

Features
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"The Game Browser" is the new application for gaming enthusiasts, featuring: 1. Intuitive Exploration: Navigate through a vast library of video games quickly and easily. The optimized interface allows you to find your favorite titles in a matter of seconds. 2. Detailed Information: Access comprehensive information about each game, including detailed descriptions, user and critic ratings, as well as screenshots and videos that allow you to preview the game before making a choice. 3. Build your unique Game Library: Organize your own game library to track the games you already have, what you are playing to or finished games, and more! 4. Wishlist games and find the best deals for your favorite games. 5. Keep track of your progress and earned trophies. 6. Compare your gaming stats / rank with other players. "The Game Browser" is the ultimate companion for the casual gamers and the hardcore trophy hunters. Download it now and discover a new way to enjoy your favorite games. Go find your next big adventure! (Currently featuring full PlayStation catalogue, stay tuned for more updates!)

Screenshots

Chroma3 screens
The Game Browser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: The Game Browser at none against Chroma's 3. The Game Browser also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). Chroma's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks). 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. Chroma sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. The Game Browser asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Chroma ships an update every 2 days, The Game Browser every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Chroma versus The Game Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChromaThe Game Browser
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Vision Pro — betteriPhone, iPad, Vision Pro
Requires iOS26.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size57 MB8 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperSnacks After MidnightSergio Santos

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Chroma

Subscriptions2
  • Chroma Pass - Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Chroma Pass - Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Chroma Pass - Lifetime$59.99
None

The Game Browser

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Chroma free?
Chroma is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is The Game Browser free?
The Game Browser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Chroma or The Game Browser have ads?
Neither Chroma nor The Game Browser shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Chroma or The Game Browser?
Chroma ships an update every 2 days, and The Game Browser every 2 weeks. Most recently, Chroma was updated on October 10, 2026 and The Game Browser on October 9, 2026.

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