Comparison

Pokémon GO vs OneCast

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

Head to head
About

Pokémon GO

Explore your surroundings to discover and catch virtual creatures. Journey with your companions, battle in gyms, and team up with others for powerful raids. Get moving for real-life adventures!

Highlights
  • Discover Pokémon in the real world
  • Catch Pokémon to complete Pokédex
  • Journey with Buddy Pokémon
  • Compete in Gym battles
  • Team up for Raid Battles
  • Utilize Adventure Sync for walking distance
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Join Trainers across the globe who are discovering Pokémon as they explore the world around them. Pokémon GO is the global gaming sensation that has been downloaded over 1 billion times and named “Best Mobile Game” by the Game Developers Choice Awards and “Best App of the Year” by TechCrunch. _______________ UNCOVER THE WORLD OF POKÉMON: Explore and discover Pokémon wherever you are! CATCH more Pokémon to complete your Pokédex! JOURNEY alongside your Buddy Pokémon to help make your Pokémon stronger and earn rewards! COMPETE in epic Gym battles and... TEAM UP and UNITE with other Trainers to catch powerful Pokémon during Raid Battles! It’s time to get moving—your real-life adventures await! Let’s GO! _______________ With the player’s permission, Adventure Sync uses the Health app to enable the player to earn walking distance when the app is closed. Notes: - This app is free-to-play and offers in-game purchases. It is optimized for smartphones, not tablets. - It is recommended to play while connected to a network in order to obtain accurate location information. - Compatibility is not guaranteed for devices without GPS capabilities or devices that are connected only to Wi-Fi networks. - Compatibility information may be changed at any time. - Information current as of July 11, 2019. - Compatible with iPhone® 5s / SE / 6 / 6s / 6 Plus / 6s Plus / 7 / 7 Plus / 8 / 8 Plus / X devices with iOS Version 9 or later installed. - Not compatible with 5th generation iPod Touch devices or iPhone 5c or earlier iPhone devices. - Please visit PokemonGO.com for additional compatibility information. - Compatibility is not guaranteed for all devices. - Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically reduce battery life.

About

OneCast

Transform your iPhone or iPad into an Xbox companion. Stream games from your console or the cloud, anywhere. Enjoy high-fidelity visuals and full controller support for an immersive gaming experience on the go.

Highlights
  • Stream Xbox games from console or cloud
  • Near-zero latency streaming
  • Up to 1440p resolution
  • Full Xbox controller support
  • Keyboard and mouse support
  • Xbox Party Chat
  • Picture-in-Picture mode
Features
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Transform your iPhone or iPad into the ultimate Xbox companion with OneCast. Whether the TV is unavailable, you're craving the comfort of another room, or you're away from home – OneCast puts your gaming session at your fingertips. Note: OneCast is an independent app designed for use with Xbox systems, but it is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Microsoft Corporation or the Xbox brand. Any queries or requests for support or technical assistance should be directed solely to the OneCast development team, as Microsoft is not involved in or responsible for this application. YOUR GAMES, EVERYWHERE • Stream directly from your personal Xbox console with near-zero latency in up to 1440p • Play Xbox games from the cloud, no console required • Access your Xbox library from anywhere – at home or on the go STUNNING VISUAL FIDELITY • Special High Quality video mode delivers exceptionally crisp and detailed visuals • Adjustable resolution settings to optimize performance for any network condition • Full-screen display option eliminates black bars for maximum immersion ULTIMATE CONTROL • Full support for Xbox controllers via Bluetooth or USB-C, with optimized experience for form-fitting controllers like Backbone and GameSir • Advanced keyboard and mouse support with Native Passthrough for games with built-in K&M support and Virtual Controller mode for precision aiming in any game (including proper mouse pointer lock on iPad) • Fully customizable on-screen controller with adjustable layout, opacity, and size FULL-FEATURED GAMEPLAY • Xbox Party Chat with sophisticated echo cancellation technology • Play Xbox 360 classics on your iOS devices • Enjoy local co-op gaming with multiple controllers on a single device • External display support for big-screen gaming anywhere using standard adapters (e.g. USB-C to HDMI or Lightning to HDMI) SEAMLESS MULTITASKING • Picture-in-Picture mode keeps your game visible while you use other apps • Quickly switch between your game and guides, messages, or social media Compatible with Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles. Note: For optimal performance, connect your Xbox via ethernet cable and use a 5GHz WiFi connection for your iOS device. Free 7-day trial, then unlock unlimited access with a one-time purchase.

Screenshots

Pokémon GO4 screens
OneCast4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: OneCast at none against Pokémon GO's shown. OneCast also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.0) and review sentiment (62% vs 44%). Pokémon GO's advantage is ratings volume (656K vs 10K) and update cadence (weekly vs monthly). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. Pokémon GO sells 21 one-off in-app purchases and OneCast sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

OneCast holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pokémon GO has 656K ratings behind it against 10K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of Pokémon GO's written reviews are positive against 62% of OneCast's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pokémon GO ships an update weekly, OneCast monthly. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Pokémon GO versus OneCast: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPokémon GOOneCast
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (656K ratings)4.5 (10K ratings) — better
Positive reviews43.6% of reviews61.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings656K — better10K
Update frequencyWeekly — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#1 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple TV
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size390 MB15 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperScopely Explore, Inc.Bitwise Solutions Limited

Customer experience

Pokémon GO

All ratings656,104 ratings
Positive73.8%
Neutral5.6%
Negative20.6%
Written reviews8,678 reviews
Positive43.6%
Neutral9.7%
Negative46.6%

OneCast

All ratings9,210 ratings
Positive86.7%
Neutral4.2%
Negative9.2%
Written reviews842 reviews
Positive61.5%
Neutral9.3%
Negative29.2%

User reviews

Pokémon GO

From 656K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Addictive and fun gameplay
  • 👍 Encourages outdoor activity
  • 🚀 Frequent updates and new content
  • 👍 Brings people together
  • 🚀 Innovative AR features

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
  • 🔋 Drains battery quickly
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns with data collection
  • 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
  • 🚫 Inaccessible for rural/disabled players

OneCast

From 10K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Flawless streaming
  • 👍 Easy to set up
  • 💡 Ability to use Xbox controller
  • 🚀 Smooth gameplay
  • 👍 Convenient for gaming on the go

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or disconnects
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 🔒 Requires Xbox to be hardwired for best performance
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with Xbox Series X/S
  • 🐛 On-screen controls not ideal for some games

Bugs and requests

Pokémon GO

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • GPS/location issues causing gameplay problems
  • Bugs with egg hatching and buddy Pokémon
  • Inconsistent performance across devices
  • Glitches with raid battles and rewards

Requested features

5 requests
  • In-game chat/communication system
  • Ability to trade items between players
  • More customization options for avatars
  • Improved tracking and spawn system
  • Easier access to rare/legendary Pokémon

OneCast

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Fails to connect to Xbox in some cases
  • Audio/video desync issues
  • Compatibility problems with certain games

Requested features

5 requests
  • Support for Xbox Series X/S
  • Ability to stream over cellular data
  • Option to customize on-screen controls
  • Integration with Xbox Cloud Gaming
  • Support for multiple Xbox consoles on one account

In-app purchases

21 purchases

Pokémon GO

One-time21
  • 100 PokéCoins$0.99
  • Event Bonus$0.99
  • Small Box$1.99
Show 18 more
  • Evergreen Ticket 1$1.99
  • Event Ticket3 variants$1.99
  • Event Ticket5 variants$4.99
  • 550 PokéCoins$4.99
  • Ticket$4.99
  • Event Ticket$7.99
  • 1,200 PokéCoins$9.99
  • Event Pass Deluxe Plus Points$9.99
  • Finale Pass$14.99
  • Event Pass Deluxe$14.99
  • GO Fest Ticket$14.99
  • Finale Pass Plus Points$19.99
  • GO Pass Deluxe$19.99
  • 2,500 PokéCoins$19.99
  • Event Pass Deluxe Plus Points$19.99
  • GO Pass Deluxe Plus Points$24.99
  • 5,200 PokéCoins$39.99
  • 14,500 PokéCoins$99.99
2 purchases

OneCast

One-time2
  • Additional Support$9.99
  • Full Unlock$14.99

Questions

Is Pokémon GO free?
Pokémon GO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is OneCast free?
OneCast is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pokémon GO or OneCast?
OneCast is rated higher. Pokémon GO averages 4.0 out of 5 from 656K ratings, while OneCast averages 4.5 from 10K ratings.
Do Pokémon GO or OneCast have ads?
Pokémon GO shows ads; OneCast does not.
Which is updated more often, Pokémon GO or OneCast?
Pokémon GO ships an update weekly, and OneCast monthly. Most recently, Pokémon GO was updated on October 31, 2026 and OneCast on October 31, 2026.

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