Comparison

Arrcade vs Loop

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

Head to head
About

Arrcade

Features
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Arrcade is a unified, native interface for managing your self-hosted media library software. Browse your collection, view your release calendar, manage your download queue and stay on top of upcoming releases, all from one app on iPhone, iPad and the web. Arrcade does not provide any media. It is a controller that connects to open-source software you have already installed on your own server. SUPPORTED SERVICES • Sonarr and Radarr for TV and films • Lidarr for music and Listenarr for audiobooks • Prowlarr for indexer management • Bazarr for subtitles • Seerr for requests and discovery • Tautulli for streaming statistics DOWNLOAD CLIENTS • SABnzbd, NZBGet, qBittorrent, Transmission and Deluge FEATURES • A single dashboard for your whole stack • Release calendar and upcoming view • Live download queue and activity • Search across your connected services • Movie and TV discovery powered by TMDB • Connect multiple instances of each service • Push notifications for grabs, downloads and health alerts • Make space: find the old films and TV seasons taking up your disk and delete them safely Arrcade requires Sonarr, Radarr, Prowlarr or another supported open-source service running on your own hardware to function. It is a companion app for software you host yourself. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Arrcade is free to use with two connections. A one-time Pro purchase adds unlimited connections, push notifications and Make space.

About

Loop

Transform your iPhone into a powerful TV remote. Effortlessly navigate menus, view playback details, launch apps instantly, and type using your phone. Control multiple devices and personalize your remote's look.

Highlights
  • Seamless remote control with gestures
  • Real-time 'Now Playing' details
  • Instant app launching
  • Type search queries on phone
  • Control multiple TV devices
  • Customizable remote themes
Features
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Take full control of your TV device experience with Loop TV Remote. Turn your iPhone into a powerful, elegant remote that makes navigating your entertainment completely effortless. Key Features: - Seamless Remote Control: Glide through menus and control your TV device with fluid gestures and navigation. - Now Playing Details: Keep track of your media with live, real-time playback information directly on your screen. - Launch Apps Faster: Skip the home screen hassle and open your favorite streaming apps instantly. - Type on Your Phone: Tired of the on-screen keyboard? Use your iPhone to quickly type search queries, passwords, and titles. - Multiple Devices: Easily switch between and control multiple TV devices throughout your home. - Choose Your Style: Personalize your remote interface with stunning custom themes to match your preference. Please note: Access to all app features requires an active premium subscription. Download Loop TV Remote today and upgrade your home entertainment! Privacy Policy: https://looptvremote.com/privacy Terms of Service: https://looptvremote.com/terms

Screenshots

Arrcade4 screens
Loop4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Arrcade at 3 against Loop's 1. Arrcade also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). 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. Arrcade sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Loop sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Arrcade ships an update every 10 days, Loop every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Arrcade versus Loop: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArrcadeLoop
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—6 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Subscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBenjamin MortonSolma Grow LLC

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Arrcade

One-time1
  • Arrcade Pro$5.99
3 purchases

Loop

Subscriptions2
  • Loop Premium - Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Loop Premium - Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Loop Premium - Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is Arrcade free?
Arrcade is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Loop free?
Loop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Arrcade or Loop have ads?
Neither Arrcade nor Loop shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Arrcade or Loop?
Arrcade ships an update every 10 days, and Loop every 2 weeks. Most recently, Arrcade was updated on October 4, 2026 and Loop on October 6, 2026.

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