# Streamlabs Controller vs builds.gg

The clearest difference is rating: Streamlabs Controller at 4.6 against builds.gg's 3.2. Streamlabs Controller also leads on ratings volume (2.2K vs 5) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months). builds.gg's advantage is review sentiment (67% vs 28%) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Streamlabs Controller sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $34.99 per month. builds.gg asks for nothing beyond the download.

Streamlabs Controller holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Streamlabs Controller has 2.2K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 28% of Streamlabs Controller's written reviews are positive against 67% of builds.gg's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Streamlabs Controller ships an update every 2 months, builds.gg every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Streamlabs Controller | builds.gg |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (2.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/streamlabs-controller/id1476615877/reviews)** | [3.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/buildsgg/id1493932555/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.2K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 28.4% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 53 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.5** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Streamlabs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1296663686) | [Trekade Media Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1493932554) |

## What reviewers say

### Streamlabs Controller

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/streamlabs-controller/id1476615877)

Transform your mobile device into a powerful remote for your desktop live stream. Effortlessly switch scenes, control broadcast settings, manage audio, and view chat in real-time. Eliminate the need for expensive hardware and gain greater control over your content.

**Highlights:** Remote stream control, Scene switching, Broadcast control, Recording start/stop, Source visibility toggle, Audio mixer control, Chat and event viewer

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Ultra | $34.99 | per month |
| Yearly Ultra | $229.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient remote control
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 💡 Useful for single-monitor setups
- 🚀 Seamless scene switching
- 👍 Reliable connection

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 🐛 Login issues
- 🐛 Scenes not showing up
- 🐛 Unresponsive buttons
- 🐛 Compatibility problems

**Reported bugs**

- QR code scanner not working
- App crashing on launch
- Inability to connect to PC
- Scenes not syncing properly
- Audio controls not functioning

**Requested features**

- Ability to edit text on sources
- Option to use without Streamlabs OBS
- Support for more platforms (e.g. Xbox)
- Customizable button layout
- Improved chat integration


### builds.gg

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/buildsgg/id1493932555)

Connect with a global community of PC enthusiasts to showcase your custom builds, create detailed build logs, and find inspiration. Discover new ideas by searching for specific hardware or themes, and participate in contests for prizes.

**Highlights:** Showcase PC builds, Create build logs, Extensive hardware database, Advanced search for inspiration, Follow favorite builds and builders, Contests and prizes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Streamlabs Controller free?

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

### Is builds.gg free?

builds.gg is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Streamlabs Controller or builds.gg?

Streamlabs Controller is rated higher. Streamlabs Controller averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.2K ratings, while builds.gg averages 3.2 from 5 ratings.

### Do Streamlabs Controller or builds.gg have ads?

Neither Streamlabs Controller nor builds.gg shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Streamlabs Controller or builds.gg?

Streamlabs Controller ships an update every 2 months, and builds.gg every 5 months. Most recently, Streamlabs Controller was updated on October 14, 2026 and builds.gg on September 30, 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.*