Comparison

Game Controller Tester Gamepad vs PS5 Controller Trigger Test

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

Head to head
About

Game Controller Tester Gamepad

Easily test and troubleshoot your game controllers on iOS devices. Visualize controller layouts, test buttons, sticks, and pressure-sensitive triggers. Connect multiple controllers and get help with connections. Offers a premium subscription for an ad-free experience and advanced features.

Highlights
  • Test buttons and sticks
  • Test pressure sensitive triggers
  • Visualize controller designs
  • Connect multiple controllers
  • Helps with controller connections
Features
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Test and troubleshoot the functionality of your game controller. Connect your controller to an iOS device. Works with specific Xbox controllers, specific PlayStation controllers and "Made for iPhone" (MFI) Game Controllers. SUPPORTED CONTROLLERS: • Xbox One Wireless • Xbox Series Wireless • Playstation 4 - DualShock 4 Wireless • Playstation 5 DualSense • Blackbone One • Megadream • Razer Kishi • Razer Kishi V2 • SteelSeries Nimbus+ • GameSir T4 Pro • Rotor Riot • PXN-Speedy • Moga Rebel • Gamevice • ... FEATURES: • Visualization of different controller designs • Test buttons and sticks • Test pressure sensitive triggers and sticks • Connect Multiple Controllers • Helps you to connect your controllers SUBSCRIPTION: • Premium: - Remove Ads - Unlock all controller features like haptic feedback or adaptive triggers • Payments are charged to the user’s Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless the user cancels at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. The account is charged for renewal within 24-hours before the end of the current period. Users can manage and cancel subscriptions in their account settings on the App Store. Privacy policy: https://emoji-apps.com/Apps/Game_Controller_Tester/terms_and_privacy/privacy_policy.html Terms of Use: https://emoji-apps.com/Apps/Game_Controller_Tester/terms_and_privacy/terms.html Enjoy this free App.

About

PS5 Controller Trigger Test

Explore and test the advanced adaptive trigger and haptic feedback features of your PS5 controller. This app allows you to experiment with various trigger effects and controller settings, offering a unique way to interact with your DualSense.

Highlights
  • Test adaptive trigger effects
  • Customize trigger values
  • Adjust controller light
  • Monitor battery level
  • Simple and beautiful UI
  • VoiceOver support
Features
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AS FEATURED ON: IGN, TheGamer, PlayStation LifeStyle, Game Rant and more. Connect the device using bluetooth to try out trigger effects on your device. PS5 Controller Trigger Test is an easy to use app which allows you to test and mess around with the different Dualsense trigger effects. WHY YOU’LL LOVE PS5 CONTROLLER TRIGGER TEST: The app allows you to test all effects and mess around with many values - and it looks beautiful whilst doing so! NOTABLE FEATURES: • Simple and beautiful user interface • Test all types of effects, with all possible values • Change each trigger separately • Change the controller’s light and monitor the battery • Small haptic feedback when interacting, improving the overall experience • VoiceOver support • 3D Touch GET IN TOUCH: If you have any questions or feedback, I'm all ears. PS5 Controller Trigger Test was created by an individual in his free time, and I’d love to know what you think. I’m available through Twitter @elohohel.

Screenshots

Game Controller Tester Gamepad4 screens
PS5 Controller Trigger Test3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Game Controller Tester Gamepad at Free against PS5 Controller Trigger Test's $2.99. Game Controller Tester Gamepad also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.1) and ratings volume (1.4K vs 102). PS5 Controller Trigger Test's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). On review sentiment 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

Game Controller Tester Gamepad is free to download; PS5 Controller Trigger Test costs $2.99 up front. Game Controller Tester Gamepad sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. PS5 Controller Trigger Test asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Game Controller Tester Gamepad holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Game Controller Tester Gamepad has 1.4K ratings behind it against 102, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of Game Controller Tester Gamepad's written reviews are positive against 41% of PS5 Controller Trigger Test's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Game Controller Tester Gamepad ships an update every 2 months, PS5 Controller Trigger Test every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Game Controller Tester Gamepad versus PS5 Controller Trigger Test: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGame Controller Tester GamepadPS5 Controller Trigger Test
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating4.5 (1.4K ratings) — better4.1 (102 ratings)
Positive reviews47.6% of reviews — better41.5% of reviews
Number of ratings1.4K — better102
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.014.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEmoji Apps GmbHRihab Mehboob

Customer experience

Game Controller Tester Gamepad

All ratings1,354 ratings
Positive86.6%
Neutral3.0%
Negative10.4%
Written reviews347 reviews
Positive47.6%
Neutral4.9%
Negative47.6%

PS5 Controller Trigger Test

All ratings102 ratings
Positive75.5%
Neutral8.8%
Negative15.7%
Written reviews41 reviews
Positive41.5%
Neutral19.5%
Negative39.0%

Bugs and requests

Game Controller Tester Gamepad

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Incompatible with certain controller models
  • App crashes on launch

Requested features

3 requests
  • Support for Nintendo Switch controllers
  • Stick drift detection
  • Customizable controller lighting

PS5 Controller Trigger Test

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Game Controller Tester Gamepad

Subscriptions5
  • Premium3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Premium3 Days trial2 variants$1.991 Month
  • Premium3 Days trial$4.997 Days
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  • Premium3 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • Premium$29.991 Year
None

PS5 Controller Trigger Test

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Game Controller Tester Gamepad free?
Game Controller Tester Gamepad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PS5 Controller Trigger Test free?
PS5 Controller Trigger Test costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Game Controller Tester Gamepad or PS5 Controller Trigger Test?
Game Controller Tester Gamepad is rated higher. Game Controller Tester Gamepad averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.4K ratings, while PS5 Controller Trigger Test averages 4.1 from 102 ratings.
Do Game Controller Tester Gamepad or PS5 Controller Trigger Test have ads?
Game Controller Tester Gamepad shows ads; PS5 Controller Trigger Test does not.
Which is updated more often, Game Controller Tester Gamepad or PS5 Controller Trigger Test?
Game Controller Tester Gamepad ships an update every 2 months, and PS5 Controller Trigger Test every 9 days. Most recently, Game Controller Tester Gamepad was updated on September 23, 2026 and PS5 Controller Trigger Test on September 24, 2026.

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