Comparison

VGamepad Lite vs Remote Control For Xbox

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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

About

Remote Control For Xbox

Control your home console directly from your phone. Navigate menus and manage media playback effortlessly over Wi-Fi. Ideal as a backup or for convenient everyday use.

Highlights
  • Intuitive remote layout
  • Fast Wi-Fi connection
  • Menu navigation
  • Media playback control
  • No sign-in required
Features
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Need to control your home console but can’t find your controller? This app offers a quick, convenient way to navigate menus and control media playback right from your phone. Designed for ease of use, it connects to your console over Wi-Fi—no sign-in or setup required. Perfect as a backup remote for casual use or for those moments when your main controller isn’t handy. Features: Simple and intuitive remote layout Fast connection over Wi-Fi Supports menu navigation and media controls Works with popular modern game consoles No extra hardware or sign-in needed Disclaimer: This app is developed independently and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any console manufacturer. References to compatibility are for the user’s information only and follow third-party brand guidelines. Pro Subscription Unlock the full app experience with a Pro subscription. Includes a free trial for new subscribers. Subscription automatically renews unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple ID account settings at any time. Unused portions of a free trial period are forfeited upon purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://imyapps.com/terms_conditions Privacy Policy: https://imyapps.com/privacy_policy

Screenshots

VGamepad Lite4 screens
Remote Control For Xbox4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Remote Control For Xbox at 4.1 against VGamepad Lite's 3.2. Remote Control For Xbox also leads on monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases) and ratings volume (373 vs 107). VGamepad Lite's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (37% vs 25%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. VGamepad Lite sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Remote Control For Xbox sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Remote Control For Xbox holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 107 and 373 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 37% of VGamepad Lite's written reviews are positive against 25% of Remote Control For Xbox's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VGamepad Lite ships an update every 2 weeks, Remote Control For Xbox every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
VGamepad Lite versus Remote Control For Xbox: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVGamepad LiteRemote Control For Xbox
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (107 ratings)4.1 (373 ratings) — better
Positive reviews36.9% of reviews — better25.5% of reviews
Number of ratings107373 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size111 MB67 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPJSOFTCOMatan Yamin

Customer experience

VGamepad Lite

All ratings106 ratings
Positive51.9%
Neutral5.7%
Negative42.5%
Written reviews103 reviews
Positive36.9%
Neutral7.8%
Negative55.3%

Remote Control For Xbox

All ratings369 ratings
Positive77.0%
Neutral4.3%
Negative18.7%
Written reviews51 reviews
Positive25.5%
Neutral9.8%
Negative64.7%

User reviews

VGamepad Lite

From 107 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast connection speed between phone and PC
  • 👍 Straightforward setup process with video tutorials
  • 🎮 Works well with Steam games and emulators
  • 🔧 Customizable button mapping and controller size
  • 💰 Affordable or free alternative to physical controllers

Room to improve

  • 📢 Excessive ads interrupting gameplay every 5 minutes
  • 🐛 Buttons frequently unresponsive or detect wrong inputs
  • 🔌 Difficult connection setup requiring IP address entry
  • ❌ App doesn't work after connection established
  • 💳 Paywall after initial free use

Remote Control For Xbox

From 373 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Works fine
  • 👍 Good app
  • 👍 Connects to Xbox One

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Stops working after a few clicks
  • 🐛 Can't put in password
  • 🐛 Ads pop up and then it won't work
  • 🐛 Rarely works properly
  • 🐛 Freezes up a lot

Bugs and 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

Remote Control For Xbox

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Doesn't work at all
  • Freezes up sometimes

Requested features

2 requests
  • Add Xbox home button
  • Improve stability and reliability

In-app purchases

2 purchases

VGamepad Lite

Subscriptions2
  • VGamepad Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
  • VGamepad Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
2 purchases

Remote Control For Xbox

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Pro Yearly$49.991 Year

Questions

Is VGamepad Lite free?
VGamepad Lite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Remote Control For Xbox free?
Remote Control For Xbox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, VGamepad Lite or Remote Control For Xbox?
Remote Control For Xbox is rated higher. VGamepad Lite averages 3.2 out of 5 from 107 ratings, while Remote Control For Xbox averages 4.1 from 373 ratings.
Do VGamepad Lite or Remote Control For Xbox have ads?
Remote Control For Xbox shows ads; VGamepad Lite does not.
Which is updated more often, VGamepad Lite or Remote Control For Xbox?
VGamepad Lite ships an update every 2 weeks, and Remote Control For Xbox every 3 weeks. Most recently, VGamepad Lite was updated on October 21, 2026 and Remote Control For Xbox on October 22, 2026.

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