# Steam Link vs Aetheron

The clearest difference is price: Steam Link at Free against Aetheron's $4.99. Steam Link also leads on ratings volume (3K vs 1) and device support (6 vs 3). Aetheron's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 3.3) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Steam Link is free to download; Aetheron costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Aetheron holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Steam Link has 3K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Steam Link | Aetheron |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $4.99 |
| Rating | [3.3 (3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steam-link/id1246969117/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aetheron/id6747185815/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 42.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Size | 43 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Valve](https://appshunter.io/developer/495369751) | [John McWhirter](https://appshunter.io/developer/1820188078) |

## What reviewers say

### Steam Link

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steam-link/id1246969117)

Play your PC Steam games on your iPhone or iPad. Connect a controller and stream your library wirelessly from your computer to your mobile device. Enjoy your favorite titles on the go with this app.

**Highlights:** Stream Steam library to mobile, Use MFI or Steam controllers, Play on iPhone or iPad, Requires iOS 11.0+, Connect to PC on same network

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent streaming quality
- 👍 Works well with controllers
- 🔥 Allows playing PC games on the go
- 💡 Versatile and convenient

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔌 Requires PC to be on and connected
- 🔍 Limited touch controls
- 🔧 Compatibility issues with some devices

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on startup
- Audio issues and sound problems
- Controller mapping and input problems
- Streaming quality and performance inconsistencies

**Requested features**

- Allow playing games with PC off
- Add remote access and PC control features
- Improve touch screen controls and customization
- Expand device compatibility


### Aetheron

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aetheron/id6747185815)

A social deduction thriller where players race to secure systems or sabotage a mission. Navigate lies and alliances in quick, offline sessions with unique futuristic roles and abilities. Perfect for gatherings and strategy gaming.

**Highlights:** Social deduction gameplay, Local multiplayer (5-10 players), Offline play, Quick 20-30 minute sessions, Futuristic roles and abilities, No account or ads required

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Steam Link free?

Steam Link is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Aetheron free?

Aetheron costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Steam Link or Aetheron?

Aetheron is rated higher. Steam Link averages 3.3 out of 5 from 3K ratings, while Aetheron averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Steam Link or Aetheron have ads?

Neither Steam Link nor Aetheron shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*