Comparison

Streamlabs Controller vs E

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

Head to head
About

Streamlabs Controller

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
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Control your stream in Streamlab Desktop using your mobile device. Streamlabs Controller is the best hotkey system for when you stream from a computer! No more need for expensive hardware! Use your mobile phone as a remote controller to run your desktop broadcast and put even more power in your hands. Just link your device to Streamlabs Desktop using the same network that you are streaming from on your desktop or laptop and you can instantly: - Switch between scenes and scene collections - Control your broadcast - Start and stop the recording of your live stream - Toggle each and every source visibility - Mute and unmute audio sources - Precisely adjust the sound volume for your audio mixer sources - See your chats and recent events - Share your stream on social media

About

E

Connect with other gamers to find teammates for over 100 popular games. Engage in mini-games, join chat rooms, and build friendships within a supportive global community. Never play alone again.

Highlights
  • Find teammates for 100+ games
  • Play mini-games
  • Join chat rooms
  • Make gaming friends
  • Gamer-centric community
  • ePal subscription system
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E-Pal is the ultimate gaming social hub built just for gamers—real gamers, live companions, always online! Jump in to easily squad up and dive into epic sessions, voice chat like crazy, make a ton of solid gaming buddies, and unlock way more hype gaming vibes. Never battle alone! ■ ePal: Connect with Live Gaming Companions Spending time with ePals feels like hanging out with old friends—welcoming, supportive, and pure fun! Over 300K+ pro ePals are online 24/7, ready to pull all-nighters with you. Whether you need a competitive duo to carry your rank, a patient coach to teach you the ropes, or just a chill companion to share the hype vibes, you'll always find the perfect gaming partner here. ■ Lobby: Voice Chat, Community & Minigames Turn our Lobby into your ultimate virtual home base and hangout spot: Voice Chat Rooms: Hop into voice chat like crazy! Talk strategy (comms), host a party, or just chill and unwind after a long day. Arcade & Minigames: Play fun, casual minigames absolutely free to kill boredom and loneliness instantly. Vibrant Community: Meet gamers from all around the world. Share your epic gaming clips, post pictures, and connect through your unique gaming personality. ■ Find Solid Teammates & LFG for 100+ Popular Games: League of Legends LFG, Valorant LFG, Overwatch 2 LFG, Fortnite LFG, Apex Legends LFG, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang LFG, Call of Duty LFG, Counter-Strike 2 LFG, Minecraft LFG, Roblox LFG, Teamfight Tactics LFG, Dead by Daylight LFG, Destiny 2 LFG, and many more! ■ About Us E-Pal was founded in 2020 by hardcore lone-wolf gamer Brian with a super simple idea: help fellow lonely gamers quickly find solid teammates. In just a few years, over 3 million+ gamers have rushed into E-Pal to squad up, and 30K+ core gamers have turned our community into their home base. In the future, E-Pal aims to become gamers' top choice for community, companionship, and gaming sidekick. This sets us apart from generic platforms by prioritizing gamers' personalities as our shared language. That's it—simple as that. • [E-Pal Membership Program and ePal Subscription System] The subscription fees will be automatically deducted through the App Store subscription service. The App Store will renew the subscription 24 hours before the expiration date. You can unsubscribe at any time by going to your Account Settings in the App Store. By subscribing, you agree to our platform's Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, and other agreements displayed. No partial refunds. You can subscribe to your favorite ePals as if you were subscribing to a streamer on a live streaming platform. The service is paid for using the platform's virtual currency, Buff, and you can choose whether to renew your subscription before it expires or change the auto-renewal status at any time during your subscription. No partial refunds. [Terms of Service]: https://policies.epal.gg/epal.html [Privacy Policy]: https://policies.epal.gg/privacy-policy.html Download now for free, and embark on your best journey on EPAL.GG! • Follow us on social media! Website: https://www.epal.gg/ Discord: https://discord.com/invite/epalgg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialEpal Twitter: https://twitter.com/epalgg

Screenshots

Streamlabs Controller4 screens
E4 screens

Verdict

The call

Streamlabs Controller and E both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 69% of E's written reviews are positive against 28% of Streamlabs Controller's. E also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Streamlabs Controller sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $34.99 per month and E sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $6.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Streamlabs Controller against 4.6 for E. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.2K and 2.3K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 28% of Streamlabs Controller's written reviews are positive against 69% of E's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Streamlabs Controller ships an update every 2 months, E fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Streamlabs Controller versus E: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStreamlabs ControllerE
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (2.2K ratings)4.6 (2.3K ratings)
Positive reviews28.4% of reviews68.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.2K2.3K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB156 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperStreamlabsEpal, Inc.

Customer experience

Streamlabs Controller

All ratings2,221 ratings
Positive88.6%
Neutral3.3%
Negative8.1%
Written reviews331 reviews
Positive28.4%
Neutral9.7%
Negative61.9%

E

All ratings2,264 ratings
Positive90.1%
Neutral2.1%
Negative7.8%
Written reviews264 reviews
Positive68.9%
Neutral5.3%
Negative25.8%

User reviews

Streamlabs Controller

From 2.2K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

E

From 2.3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Good app
  • 🤩 Amazing community
  • 🎮 Great for finding gaming friends
  • 💰 Earn money by playing
  • 🌐 Connects people from around the world

Room to improve

  • 🤖 Lots of bots/fake accounts
  • 💰 Expensive to use
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns with facial scans
  • 🤷‍♀️ Confusing/unclear how to use
  • 🤬 Poor customer support

Bugs and requests

Streamlabs Controller

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

5 requests
  • 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

E

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Verification codes not working
  • Accounts getting suspended/banned for unclear reasons
  • Technical issues like app crashes, freezes, etc.

Requested features

4 requests
  • Age verification system
  • Better filtering options (e.g. by region, age)
  • Improved moderation to remove inappropriate content
  • More free features, less emphasis on paid services

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Streamlabs Controller

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Ultra$34.991 Month
  • Yearly Ultra$229.991 Year
13 purchases

E

Subscriptions4
  • E-Pal VIP 1 Month$6.491 Month
  • E-Pal VIP 1 Month3 Days trial$6.491 Month
  • E-Pal VIP 3 Months$18.493 Months
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  • E-Pal VIP 12 Months$64.991 Year
One-time9
  • "3.00 Buff"2 variants$4.99
  • "6.00 Buff"$9.99
  • "12.00 Buff"$19.99
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  • "15.00 Buff"$24.99
  • "21.00 Buff"$34.99
  • "24.00 Buff"$39.99
  • "30.00 Buff"$49.99
  • "36.00 Buff"$59.99
  • "60.00 Buff"$99.99

Questions

Is Streamlabs Controller free?
Streamlabs Controller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is E free?
E is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Streamlabs Controller or E?
Streamlabs Controller and E are both rated 4.6 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2.2K and 2.3K ratings respectively.
Do Streamlabs Controller or E have ads?
Neither Streamlabs Controller nor E shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Streamlabs Controller or E?
Streamlabs Controller ships an update every 2 months, and E fortnightly. Most recently, Streamlabs Controller was updated on October 14, 2026 and E on October 12, 2026.

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