Comparison

AMD Link vs K2 App for KeyMander 2 Adapter

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

Head to head
About

AMD Link

Stream your PC games to mobile devices, Smart TVs, or other Windows PCs. Enjoy multiplayer gaming across devices, customize streaming hotkeys, and track performance metrics. Connect to an AMD-powered desktop PC from virtually anywhere.

Highlights
  • Stream PC games to mobile devices
  • Cross-device multiplayer gaming
  • Customize streaming hotkeys
  • Track performance metrics
  • Voice recognition controls
  • Connect to AMD-powered PCs
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The AMD Link app is the ultimate way to play your games virtually anywhere. Designed with today’s socially-connected, mobile-first world in mind—and with the gamer at its center—the ground-breaking AMD Link app introduces the ability to stream your AMD powered PC to a mobile device, Smart TV or Windows device powered by Radeon™ graphics. AMD Link allows you to game virtually anywhere, use voice recognition controls and even track performance metrics.¹ Why gamers love AMD Link: 1. AMD Link enables gamers to enjoy 4-way multiplayer games across various devices be it a TV, phone, tablet, or PC. Even better, AMD Link is available across both AMD and non-AMD platforms, providing full compatibility for anyone who wants to connect their device to an AMD-powered desktop PC. Enjoy the possibilities of playing with family and friends virtually wherever you are. 2. Customize hotkeys with AMD Link to level up your streaming game. Be it switching scenes, taking a screenshot, creating an instant replay or anything in between, enjoy complete control over your streaming all in AMD Link. Note: AMD Link requires AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition™ 23.2.1 or newer. Endnotes: 1. AMD Link requires AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition 23.2.1 or newer. Game streaming on phone or tablet devices require iOS 14 and greater, anywhere there is a high speed internet connection. For TV support, Apple TV 4K running tvOS 15.x and greater required. Streaming at 4K requires 4K capable streaming hardware and is compatible with: AMD Polaris-based Radeon™ RX 400 series discrete graphics and newer. Graphics card must support hardware encoding for host capabilities to function. Supports Windows 10/11. Link Game requires an internet connection. Controllers must be compatible with selected game and headset, please consult vendor for compatibility information GD-159 2. Video codec acceleration (including at least the HEVC (H.265), H.264, VP9, and AV1 codecs) is subject to and not operable without inclusion/installation of compatible media players. GD-176

About

K2 App for KeyMander 2 Adapter

Configure your gaming adapter to use a keyboard and mouse on consoles like Xbox, PlayStation, and Switch. Optimize gameplay with custom key mapping, sensitivity, and macros. Wirelessly adjust settings on the fly and share profiles with a community.

Highlights
  • Keyboard and mouse support for consoles
  • Custom key mapping
  • Mouse sensitivity adjustment
  • Macro function configuration
  • Wireless on-the-fly adjustments
  • Download and share game profiles
  • Controller crossover function
Features
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The K2 app is the configuration companion for both the KeyMander 2 and KeyMander 2 3Play console adapters which allow using a keyboard and mouse to play games on your PS4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, or Nintendo Switch game system. The K2 app also supports the KeyMander Nexus which is the world’s first gaming KVM, allowing you to share a keyboard, mouse, and monitor between up to three of the following devices: PC, Mac, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, and Nintendo Switch game systems. •All models allow using a keyboard and mouse in place of your controller on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, and Nintendo Switch game systems •Play FPS (First Person Shooter) games like Apex Legends and Call of Duty with increased speed and accuracy •App provides configuration for custom key mapping, mouse sensitivity, macro functions and more •Wirelessly connect your smartphone while gaming to make on-the-fly adjustments •Download and share game profiles using the KeyMander 2 online user forum (www.KeyMander2.com) •Controller Crossover function lets you swap controllers between PS4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch* *see website for system/controller compatibility

Screenshots

AMD Link4 screens
K2 App for KeyMander 2 Adapter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: K2 App for KeyMander 2 Adapter at 2.9 against AMD Link's 2.4. K2 App for KeyMander 2 Adapter also leads on review sentiment (46% vs 24%) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

K2 App for KeyMander 2 Adapter holds the better App Store score, 2.9 against 2.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 50 and 50 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 24% of AMD Link's written reviews are positive against 46% of K2 App for KeyMander 2 Adapter's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AMD Link ships an update every 2 months, K2 App for KeyMander 2 Adapter every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on July 5, 2026 and August 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
AMD Link versus K2 App for KeyMander 2 Adapter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAMD LinkK2 App for KeyMander 2 Adapter
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.4 (50 ratings)2.9 (50 ratings) — better
Positive reviews23.8% of reviews45.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5050
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAMD (Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.)IOGEAR, Inc.

Customer experience

AMD Link

All ratings50 ratings
Positive34.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative62.0%
Written reviews332 reviews
Positive23.8%
Neutral12.7%
Negative63.6%

K2 App for KeyMander 2 Adapter

All ratings50 ratings
Positive46.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive45.8%
Neutral8.3%
Negative45.8%

Bugs and requests

AMD Link

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • QR code scanning not working
  • Metrics not displaying properly
  • App crashing on launch for some devices
  • Compatibility issues with certain PC configurations

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add CPU temperature monitoring
  • Allow saving captured media to device
  • Improve automatic reconnection after app close
  • Provide more customization options

K2 App for KeyMander 2 Adapter

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

AMD Link

No in-app purchases

None

K2 App for KeyMander 2 Adapter

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AMD Link free?
AMD Link is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is K2 App for KeyMander 2 Adapter free?
K2 App for KeyMander 2 Adapter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, AMD Link or K2 App for KeyMander 2 Adapter?
K2 App for KeyMander 2 Adapter is rated higher. AMD Link averages 2.4 out of 5 from 50 ratings, while K2 App for KeyMander 2 Adapter averages 2.9 from 50 ratings.
Do AMD Link or K2 App for KeyMander 2 Adapter have ads?
Neither AMD Link nor K2 App for KeyMander 2 Adapter shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AMD Link or K2 App for KeyMander 2 Adapter?
AMD Link ships an update every 2 months, and K2 App for KeyMander 2 Adapter every 3 months. Most recently, AMD Link was updated on July 5, 2026 and K2 App for KeyMander 2 Adapter on August 24, 2026.

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