VGamepad Lite vs XboxPad
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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
XboxPad
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Turn your smartphone into a fully-functional, ultra-low-latency wireless gaming controller for Windows PC! Whether you want to play the latest AAA titles on Steam, dive into classic retro games on Windows Emulators, or simply need a backup gamepad, [App Name] has you covered. By supporting both XInput and DInput protocols, it perfectly emulates an official Xbox Controller, giving you the ultimate gaming experience without buying extra hardware. Key Features: Full Xbox Emulation: Fully compatible with any PC game that supports Xbox controllers, including Windows Store and Steam games. XInput & DInput Support: Seamlessly switch between modern XInput and classic DirectInput protocols to support both modern titles and retro emulators. mDNS Auto-Discovery: No manual IP typing required. Fire up the server on your PC, open the app, and connect instantly over your local Wi-Fi. Fully Customizable Layout: Don’t like the default setup? Resize, reposition, and rebind every button, D-pad, and analog stick to fit your hands perfectly. Lag-Free Performance: Optimized network protocols ensure snappy response times and competitive, low-latency gaming. Perfect For: PC Gamers: Use it as a player-2 controller for couch co-op. Emulator Enthusiasts: Perfect for RetroArch, PCSX2, RPCS3, Dolphin, and other Windows emulation software. Gamers on the Go: Play your PC games anywhere in the house.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: VGamepad Lite at Free against XboxPad's $4.99. XboxPad's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (weekly vs every 2 weeks). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
VGamepad Lite is free to download; XboxPad costs $4.99 up front. VGamepad Lite sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. XboxPad asks for nothing beyond the download.
VGamepad Lite ships an update every 2 weeks, XboxPad weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | VGamepad Lite | XboxPad |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $4.99 |
| Rating | 3.2 (106 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 39.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 106 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 111 MB | 21 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | PJSOFTCO | 荷芬 赵 |
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
XboxPad
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
VGamepad Lite
- VGamepad Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
- VGamepad Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
XboxPad
No in-app purchases
Questions
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