# Razer PS Controller vs VGamepad Lite

The clearest difference is rating: Razer PS Controller at 4.7 against VGamepad Lite's 3.2. Razer PS Controller also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (946 vs 106). VGamepad Lite's advantage is review sentiment (40% vs 11%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. VGamepad Lite sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Razer PS Controller asks for nothing beyond the download.

Razer PS Controller holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Razer PS Controller has 946 ratings behind it against 106, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 11% of Razer PS Controller's written reviews are positive against 40% of VGamepad Lite's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Razer PS Controller ships an update every 3 months, VGamepad Lite every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Razer PS Controller | VGamepad Lite |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (946 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/razer-ps-controller/id1411155703/reviews)** | [3.2 (106 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vgamepad-lite/id1477007195/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **946** | 106 |
| Positive reviews | 11.2% of reviews | **39.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 96 MB | 111 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.4 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Razer](https://appshunter.io/developer/860552677) | [PJSOFTCO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1454168690) |

## What reviewers say

### Razer PS Controller

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/razer-ps-controller/id1411155703)

Personalize your Razer gaming controllers with this mobile application. Adjust button mappings, fine-tune thumbstick sensitivity, and create custom profiles for different games. Optimize your gameplay with advanced settings for a tailored experience.

**Highlights:** Remap controller buttons, Customize thumbstick dead zone, Create custom on-board profiles, Manage custom profiles, Tweak advanced functionality, SOCD cleaning settings

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Best controller ever
- 👍 Great functions, love the clutches and adjustability
- 👍 Excellent build quality, premium feel
- 👍 Sensitive and responsive buttons

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App is unclear, no clear indication of completion
- 🐛 Fails to connect to controller, requires repairing
- 🐛 Profiles reset frequently, need to reconfigure
- 🐛 No support for latest Wolverine V3 Pro controller
- 🐛 Doesn't work on MacOS, requires PC

**Reported bugs**

- App fails to connect to controller
- Profiles reset frequently
- Doesn't work on latest iOS/Android versions

**Requested features**

- Add deadzone adjustment for sticks
- Support Xbox controllers
- Allow button remapping
- Improve connection reliability


### VGamepad Lite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vgamepad-lite/id1477007195)

Transform your phone into a physical game controller for your PC. Enjoy customizable buttons, motion controls, and haptic feedback for an immersive gaming experience. Supports standard controller emulation and basic mouse/keyboard functions.

**Highlights:** Emulates standard controllers, Motion control using phone sensors, Customizable button layout, Haptic feedback, Game capture button, AR Body Tracking (iPhone XS+)

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VGamepad Monthly Subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| VGamepad Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast connection speed between phone and PC
- 👍 Straightforward setup process with video tutorials
- 🎮 Works well with Steam games and emulators
- 🔧 Customizable button mapping and controller size
- 💰 Affordable or free alternative to physical controllers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📢 Excessive ads interrupting gameplay every 5 minutes
- 🐛 Buttons frequently unresponsive or detect wrong inputs
- 🔌 Difficult connection setup requiring IP address entry
- ❌ App doesn't work after connection established
- 💳 Paywall after initial free use

**Reported bugs**

- Connection fails despite correct IP and password entry
- Ads appear but don't load, blocking app usage
- RT button and other buttons not functioning
- Buttons disappear after rearranging
- Mouse cursor moves in background during gameplay

**Requested features**

- Bluetooth connectivity for easier pairing
- Mac OS support for server-side application
- Nintendo Switch controller support
- Remove or reduce ad frequency with paid option
- Apple TV compatibility


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Razer PS Controller free?

Razer PS Controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is VGamepad Lite free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Razer PS Controller or VGamepad Lite?

Razer PS Controller is rated higher. Razer PS Controller averages 4.7 out of 5 from 946 ratings, while VGamepad Lite averages 3.2 from 106 ratings.

### Do Razer PS Controller or VGamepad Lite have ads?

Neither Razer PS Controller nor VGamepad Lite shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Razer PS Controller or VGamepad Lite?

Razer PS Controller ships an update every 3 months, and VGamepad Lite every 2 weeks. Most recently, Razer PS Controller was updated on October 17, 2026 and VGamepad Lite on October 17, 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.*