# Streamlabs Controller vs E

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.

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.

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.

Streamlabs Controller ships an update every 2 months, E fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 14, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Streamlabs Controller | E |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (2.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/streamlabs-controller/id1476615877/reviews) | [4.6 (2.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/e-pal-never-battle-alone/id1515406923/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2.2K | **2.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 28.4% of reviews | **69.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 53 MB | 156 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Streamlabs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1296663686) | [Epal, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1590993658) |

## 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


### E

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/e-pal-never-battle-alone/id1515406923)

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| E-Pal VIP 1 Month | $6.49 | per month |
| E-Pal VIP 1 Month | $6.49 | per month |
| E-Pal VIP 3 Months | $18.49 | per 3 months |
| E-Pal VIP 12 Months | $64.99 | per year |
| "3.00 Buff" | $4.99 | one-time |
| "6.00 Buff" | $9.99 | one-time |
| "12.00 Buff" | $19.99 | one-time |
| "15.00 Buff" | $24.99 | one-time |
| "21.00 Buff" | $34.99 | one-time |
| "24.00 Buff" | $39.99 | one-time |
| "30.00 Buff" | $49.99 | one-time |
| "36.00 Buff" | $59.99 | one-time |
| "60.00 Buff" | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- 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


## Frequently asked 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 14, 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.*