# Luna Controller vs Gamma

Luna Controller and Gamma both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 84% of Gamma's written reviews are positive against 29% of Luna Controller's. Gamma also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly). Luna Controller's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Gamma sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Luna Controller asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Luna Controller against 4.8 for Gamma. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7.7K and 11K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 29% of Luna Controller's written reviews are positive against 84% of Gamma's.

Luna Controller ships an update monthly, Gamma every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Luna Controller | Gamma |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (7.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luna-controller/id1528364633/reviews) | **[4.8 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gamma-ps-1-game-emulator/id6499106870/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 7.7K | **11K** |
| Positive reviews | 28.8% of reviews | **83.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 61 MB | 150 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AMZN Mobile LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/297606954) | [ZODTTD LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/290594874) |

## What reviewers say

### Luna Controller

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luna-controller/id1528364633)

This app allows you to set up and manage your game controllers for a cloud gaming service. It also enables you to use your phone as a virtual controller to play games, with options for guest play and managing connections.

**Highlights:** Register Luna Controllers, Set up Wi-Fi and Cloud Direct, Use phone as virtual controller, Add guests to gaming sessions, Manage Bluetooth connection, Update controller software, Check battery status

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Quick and easy setup
- 👍 Smooth and responsive app
- 💡 Great option for gaming grandkids

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes on opening
- 🐛 Bluetooth connectivity issues
- 🐛 Controller not working as expected
- 🐛 Laggy and slow performance
- 🐛 Compatibility problems

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Virtual controller not working
- Controller disconnects frequently
- Compatibility issues with newer devices

**Requested features**

- Add support for Backbone controller
- Allow using phone as controller for TV
- Improve controller compatibility


### Gamma

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gamma-ps-1-game-emulator/id6499106870)

This app allows you to play your favorite PlayStation 1 games on your device. It offers enhanced graphics, controller customization, and cloud syncing for save states. Enjoy a superior gaming experience with easy file import and cheat code support.

**Highlights:** Enhanced hi-resolution graphics, Customizable controller skins, Save state syncing via cloud, Cheat codes system, Wide file format support, Hardware controller support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Game Controller support, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Great Supporter | $0.99 | per month |
| Fantastic Supporter | $1.99 | per month |
| Incredible Supporter | $4.99 | per month |
| Greatest Supporter Of All Time | $9.99 | per month |
| Gamma Pro - Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth emulation
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 🎮 Good controller support
- 🔥 Brings PS1 games to mobile

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes with Bluetooth controllers
- 🔊 Audio issues with some games
- 📺 Limited display/graphics options
- 💰 Ads and paid version required

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when customizing controls
- Some games freeze or have graphical issues
- Dropbox sync not working properly

**Requested features**

- Multiple controller support
- Customizable button layouts
- More display/graphics settings
- Ability to load .cue files


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Luna Controller free?

Luna Controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Gamma free?

Gamma is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Luna Controller or Gamma?

Gamma is rated higher. Luna Controller averages 4.6 out of 5 from 7.7K ratings, while Gamma averages 4.8 from 11K ratings.

### Do Luna Controller or Gamma have ads?

Gamma shows ads; Luna Controller does not.

### Which is updated more often, Luna Controller or Gamma?

Luna Controller ships an update monthly, and Gamma every 5 days. Most recently, Luna Controller was updated on October 30, 2026 and Gamma on October 31, 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.*