VortexBot vs GROB
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
VortexBot
Control mobile robots via Bluetooth using an open protocol. This game app allows users to implement specific game rules and dictate robot behavior.
- Mobile robot control
- Bluetooth communication
- Open control protocol
- Game rule implementation
- Robot behavior control
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Vortex is a game app based on mobile robots 。Open control-protocol and transmit message via bluetooth. It implement the specific rules of games, and control robot behaviour through the protocol.
GROB
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GROB – Your Smart Robot Companion, Endless Fun! Free Download, Easy Connection GROB is a powerful free app that connects seamlessly with your robot via Bluetooth®, offering multiple interactive modes! Whether it’s remote control, motion sensing, coding, or dancing, GROB makes robot interaction creative and fun. Multiple Control Modes, Master Your Robot • Remote Control: Use virtual buttons to command your robot in real-time, performing precise movements! • Motion Sensing: Activate your phone/tablet camera to track your body movements—your robot will mimic you like a "mirror double"! • Coding Mode: Customize robot actions with block-based programming—just drag and drop commands to create unique behaviors! • Dance Mode: Enjoy built-in music and cool dance moves—press play, and watch your robot groove to the beat! Easy to Use, Fun for All Ages Whether you're a tech enthusiast, educator, or just love exploring new gadgets, GROB delivers intuitive controls and endless entertainment. Bring your robot to life like never before! Download GROB Now & Unlock Your Robot’s Potential! Get it for free on the App Store and start your smart robot adventure today!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: VortexBot at 8.1 against GROB's 13.0. 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
VortexBot ships an update every 6 weeks, GROB every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | VortexBot | GROB |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.1 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 33 MB | 320 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Shanghai Zhiwei Robotics Co Ltd | Shantou Jinbida Technology Co., Ltd |
In-app purchases
VortexBot
No in-app purchases
GROB
No in-app purchases
