Comparison

ShootingPlus V3 vs GamePad & Controller Tester

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

Head to head
About

ShootingPlus V3

This tool allows you to connect Bluetooth keyboards, mice, and gamepads to your iOS devices. It provides specific instructions for pairing different types of controllers to ensure seamless integration for gaming and productivity.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth gamepad connection
  • Bluetooth keyboard connection
  • Bluetooth mouse connection
  • iOS mode switching
  • Troubleshooting guidance
Features
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ShootingPlus V3 gamepad, Keyboard & Mouse converter Bluetooth tool. Make sure the Bluetooth device is in iOS mode before connecting Bluetooth. Bluetooth connection method:  Keyboard & Mouse converter: Generally, first you should cancel paired the Bluetooth, then disconnect the power, then connect the power, and then press the left Ctrl + 2 (the 2 on the W button) to switch to the iOS mode, then connect to Bluetooth, and then open the App. Gamepad: For Most of Gamepads, first you should cancel paired the Bluetooth. Then turn off the Gamepad, then long press and hold the Y + Home button to turn on the Gamepad to switch to iOS mode, connect to Bluetooth, and then open the App. (Specific Gamepad may have other switching methods) If you have any questions, please contact us at: shootingplus@shootingplus.com.cn

About

GamePad & Controller Tester

Diagnose and troubleshoot wireless game controllers with ease. Connect via Bluetooth to visualize all button presses, stick movements, and pressure-sensitive inputs for various popular console and MFi controllers.

Highlights
  • Controller connection via Bluetooth
  • Real-time visualization of actions and sticks
  • Pressure-sensitive button detection
  • Support for multiple controller types
  • Custom designs for different controllers
Features
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GamePad & Controller Tester helps you to test or troubleshoot your wireless game controllers and gamepads in just few clicks. Easily connect to your controller using Bluetooth and you ready to go. This app works with PlayStation 5 DualSense® Wireless Controller, PlayStation Dualshock® 4 Controller, Xbox Wireless Controller and any "Made for iPhone" (MFI) Game Controllers. Key Features: - Multiple Types of Controllers supported - Complete Controller Actions and Sticks Visualization - All Pressure Sensitive Buttons - Different Designs Support Each Controller Information About Purchases: - 1 month subscription - $12.99 per month - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. The cost depends on the selected plan - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase - Any unused portion of the free trial will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription Privacy Policy: https://mobilesolutionsapps.com/gamepad/privacy Terms of Use: https://mobilesolutionsapps.com/gamepad/terms

Screenshots

ShootingPlus V34 screens
GamePad & Controller Tester4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ShootingPlus V3 at none against GamePad & Controller Tester's 1. ShootingPlus V3 also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 242). GamePad & Controller Tester's advantage is rating (2.7 vs 2.2) and review sentiment (48% vs 17%). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. GamePad & Controller Tester sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $12.99 per month. ShootingPlus V3 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

GamePad & Controller Tester holds the better App Store score, 2.7 against 2.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.1K and 242 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 17% of ShootingPlus V3's written reviews are positive against 48% of GamePad & Controller Tester's.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
ShootingPlus V3 versus GamePad & Controller Tester: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShootingPlus V3GamePad & Controller Tester
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.2 (1.1K ratings)2.7 (242 ratings) — better
Positive reviews17.2% of reviews47.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.1K — better242
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.011.0
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB42 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperShenzhen Qixiong Technology Co., Ltd.MOBILESOURCE CORPORATION

Customer experience

ShootingPlus V3

All ratings1,079 ratings
Positive24.9%
Neutral8.4%
Negative66.6%
Written reviews1,584 reviews
Positive17.2%
Neutral8.6%
Negative74.2%

GamePad & Controller Tester

All ratings242 ratings
Positive43.0%
Neutral2.9%
Negative54.1%
Written reviews65 reviews
Positive47.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative52.3%

User reviews

ShootingPlus V3

From 1.1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Solid controller
  • 👍 Works well with PUBG and Call of Duty
  • 💡 Allows custom button mapping
  • 👍 Comfortable to use

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues on newer iOS versions
  • 🐛 Doesn't work with PS4/Xbox controllers
  • 🐛 Presets not always working as expected
  • 🐛 Confusing setup process

GamePad & Controller Tester

From 242 App Store ratings

What we love

  • ✅ Accurate controller testing functionality
  • 👍 User-friendly interface and navigation
  • 🚀 Quick and efficient performance
  • 📊 Real-time feedback on button presses
  • 🎮 Supports multiple controller types

Room to improve

  • 💰 Requires premium subscription for full features
  • 🚫 Limited functionality in free version
  • 🐛 Controller pairing issues
  • ❌ Doesn't control console from phone
  • 😤 Misleading app description

Bugs and requests

ShootingPlus V3

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Bluetooth connectivity problems
  • Presets not loading or saving correctly
  • Floating icon not working as expected
  • Incompatibility with latest iOS versions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for more games (e.g. Minecraft, Real Racing 3)
  • Allow saving of custom presets
  • Improve joystick sensitivity and controls
  • Add option to invert Y-axis
  • Make the app more user-friendly

GamePad & Controller Tester

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • Controller not detected during pairing
  • App shows wrong controller type (e.g., Xbox instead of Switch)
  • Controller becomes unresponsive after using app
  • Bluetooth pairing failures
  • Subscription charges continuing after cancellation
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  • App crashes or freezes during testing
  • Trackpad detection not working

Requested features

7 requests
  • Ability to control console directly from phone
  • Free tier with more functionality
  • Better controller compatibility detection
  • Pressure sensitivity detection for DualSense
  • Advanced drift statistics and metrics
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  • Support for more controller types
  • Improved pairing process

In-app purchases

None

ShootingPlus V3

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

GamePad & Controller Tester

Subscriptions1
  • Premium3 Days trial$12.991 Month

Questions

Is ShootingPlus V3 free?
ShootingPlus V3 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GamePad & Controller Tester free?
GamePad & Controller Tester is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ShootingPlus V3 or GamePad & Controller Tester?
GamePad & Controller Tester is rated higher. ShootingPlus V3 averages 2.2 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while GamePad & Controller Tester averages 2.7 from 242 ratings.
Do ShootingPlus V3 or GamePad & Controller Tester have ads?
GamePad & Controller Tester shows ads; ShootingPlus V3 does not.

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