Moonlight Game Streaming vs GamePad Link
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Moonlight Game Streaming
Stream your PC games and applications to your iOS device over your local network. Control them with your touchscreen or a compatible gamepad. Supports high resolutions and frame rates for a smooth gaming experience.
- Stream PC games and apps
- Use touchscreen or gamepad
- Up to 4K 120 FPS with HDR
- Supports MFi, PS4/5, Xbox controllers
- Bluetooth keyboard and mouse support
- Wake-on-LAN support
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Stream games and other apps from your gaming PC on your local network with Moonlight. Use your touchscreen or an iOS-compatible gamepad to play your PC games on your iOS device. If you have an NVIDIA GPU in your gaming PC, you can install NVIDIA GeForce Experience (GFE) on your compatible PC, enable GameStream in GFE's SHIELD settings page, and you're ready to stream. If you would like to host using LizardByte Sunshine, which works on all GPUs, simply install Sunshine on your PC, perform first-time setup, and you're ready to stream. Features: • Open-source and completely free • Up to 4K 120 FPS with HDR • Stream games purchased from any game store • Bluetooth keyboard and mouse support • Support for MFi, PS4/5, and Xbox Bluetooth controllers • Wake-on-LAN to wake your PC for streaming • Local co-op with up to 4 connected controllers Other Requirements: • 5 GHz WiFi is highly recommended • A physical gamepad is recommended for faster paced games If you have any trouble, click our support link for help or look for the help links within Moonlight. This app is open-source. The code can be found here: https://github.com/moonlight-stream/moonlight-ios All trademarks cited here are the property of their respective owners.
GamePad Link
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GamePad Link' by 'Crazysoft Limited' Transform your smartphone or tablet into a virtual gamepad IMPORTANT: This is NOT a standalone app! GamePad Link is exclusively designed as a companion app for "Educational Family Games" game. You must have the main "Educational Family Games" game to use this controller app. HOW TO USE: 1. Make sure "Educational Family Games" game is running and waiting on the start screen 2. GamePad Link operates over the local network and must be connected to the same network via WiFi 3. Please ensure "Educational Family Games" and GamePad Link are both connected to the same home network 4. IMPORTANT: Cellular data will not work - WiFi connection is required! FEATURES: • Works on both phones and tablets • Adjustable gamepad size for comfort • Virtual gamepad controls • Haptic feedback • Sound effects • Support for up to 4 players • Zero ads • Completely free Having issues? https://www.crazysoft.gr/gamepad_link.php
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Moonlight Game Streaming at 12.0 against GamePad Link's 15.0. 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.
Moonlight Game Streaming ships an update every 2 weeks, GamePad Link monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Moonlight Game Streaming | GamePad Link |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (670 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 74.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 670 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 69 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Diego Waxemberg | CrazySoft Limited |
Bugs and requests
Moonlight Game Streaming
Reported bugs
4 issues- Handshake errors when connecting remotely
- Audio quality issues with Bluetooth devices
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions
- Inability to save game progress or settings
Requested features
5 requests- Customizable on-screen controls
- Support for external displays and resolutions
- Bluetooth mouse and keyboard support
- Gyroscope and vibration integration
- Multitouch gesture support
GamePad Link
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Moonlight Game Streaming
No in-app purchases
GamePad Link
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Moonlight Game Streaming free?
Is GamePad Link free?
Do Moonlight Game Streaming or GamePad Link have ads?
Which is updated more often, Moonlight Game Streaming or GamePad Link?
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