# Collect64 vs DS App

The clearest difference is rating: Collect64 at 5.0 against DS App's 3.9. Collect64 also leads on device support (3 vs 1). DS App's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 4 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Collect64 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and DS App sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Collect64 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 14 respectively.

Collect64 ships an update every 4 months, DS App daily. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Collect64 | DS App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/collect64/id1404640350/reviews)** | [3.9 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ds-app-digital-sync-gamepad/id6741756548/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 7 | **14** |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 105 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Levi Joraanstad](https://appshunter.io/developer/1404640349) | [KEYHINGE TOYS VIETNAM JOINT STOCK COMPANY](https://appshunter.io/developer/1762334420) |

## What reviewers say

### Collect64

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/collect64/id1404640350)

Catalog your Nintendo 64 collection, including games, consoles, and controllers. View detailed descriptions, box art, and manage your items with notes and advanced search options.

**Highlights:** Browse N64 games, consoles, controllers, View detailed game descriptions, Browse game box art, Manage your collection, Add notes to items, Advanced search functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pricing and Wishlist Features | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for organizing collections
- 👍 Handy for N64 fans
- 👍 Straightforward and easy to use
- 👍 Loaded with good info
- 👍 Helpful for tracking owned/wanted items

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😞 Users confused about app's purpose
- 😞 Users think it's an emulator
- 😞 Users expect to play games
- 😞 Users feel misled about purchases
- 😞 App can be sluggish

**Reported bugs**

- Wishlist doesn't work
- Goldeneye 007 is broken and unable to be added to collection
- App can be very sluggish

**Requested features**

- Add accessories tracking (expansion packs, rumble packs, etc.)
- Include Japanese/PAL/N64DD games
- Add peripherals alongside controllers
- Add screenshots for games
- Add variants (Not For Resale, Players Choice)


### DS App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ds-app-digital-sync-gamepad/id6741756548)

Enhance your mobile gaming with seamless Bluetooth gamepad syncing. Offers low latency and virtual gamepad support for a responsive and controlled experience.

**Highlights:** Effortless Bluetooth Sync, Virtual Gamepad Support, Multi-Device Compatibility, Low Latency, Smoother Gaming Experience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DS Emulator Monthly | $6.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Collect64 free?

Collect64 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is DS App free?

DS App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Collect64 or DS App?

Collect64 is rated higher. Collect64 averages 5.0 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while DS App averages 3.9 from 14 ratings.

### Do Collect64 or DS App have ads?

Neither Collect64 nor DS App shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Collect64 or DS App?

Collect64 ships an update every 4 months, and DS App daily. Most recently, Collect64 was updated on October 22, 2026 and DS App on October 24, 2026.

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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.*