DT Controller vs VGamepad Lite
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DT Controller
Transform your iOS device into a wireless game controller for the macOS version of Bus Derby. Easily connect and use tilt steering for an immersive gameplay experience.
- Wireless game controller
- Tilt steering support
- Easy setup
- macOS Bus Derby integration
- iOS device compatibility
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This app is a remote game controller for the macOS version of Bus Derby. You can play it with analog tilt steering, like you do on iOS! It's easy to set up: * Just launch Bus Derby on your Mac and DT Controller on your iOS device * Select your computer in the list to connect * Play!
VGamepad Lite
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.
- Emulates standard controllers
- Motion control using phone sensors
- Customizable button layout
- Haptic feedback
- Game capture button
- AR Body Tracking (iPhone XS+)
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VGamepad gives you the full experience of a physical controller. Customizable buttons, haptic feedback, motion control, and more. Play on your PC using nothing but your phone. Features: - Emulates standard controllers (including Joy-Con). - Motion Control: steer, aim, and move using your phone’s sensors. - AR Body Tracking (iPhone XS or later): play certain games using body motion. - Customizable layout: move and resize buttons to fit your hands. - Game Capture button for quick recording. - Haptic feedback that makes every press feel physical. - Pressure-sensitive inputs with 3D Touch (supported devices). - Optional sound feedback for buttons. - Change joystick images from a large selection. - Basic mouse & keyboard support (W/A/S/D buttons on keyboard). Connectivity: Use the simple Windows/Mac/Linux companion app for Wi-Fi/Bluetooth/LAN pairing, or use PCGameConsole to turn your PC into a full gaming console compatible with VGamepad. Full setup guide: https://github.com/PJSoftCo/VGamepad TERMS OF USE: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ PRIVACY POLICY: https://pjsoftco.com/vgamepadpp.html ONLINE SUPPORT: Please join our Discord channel: https://discord.gg/ZcAuAJp8py
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: DT Controller at 100% against VGamepad Lite's 40%. DT Controller also leads on rating (3.7 vs 3.2) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). VGamepad Lite's advantage is ratings volume (106 vs 3). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. VGamepad Lite sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. DT Controller asks for nothing beyond the download.
DT Controller holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VGamepad Lite has 106 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of DT Controller's written reviews are positive against 40% of VGamepad Lite's.
| Parameter | DT Controller | VGamepad Lite |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (3 ratings) — better | 3.2 (106 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 39.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3 | 106 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 111 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dimension Technics | PJSOFTCO |
Customer experience
DT Controller
VGamepad Lite
Bugs and requests
DT Controller
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
VGamepad Lite
Reported bugs
9 issues- 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
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- App crashes or freezes during use
- Controller not recognized by PC after connection
- Inconsistent performance across different iPhone models
- PC download fails with Error 1001
Requested features
7 requests- 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
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- L1, L2, R1, R2 buttons for PlayStation controllers
- Better documentation and troubleshooting guides
In-app purchases
DT Controller
No in-app purchases
VGamepad Lite
- VGamepad Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
- VGamepad Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
Questions
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