# Luna Controller vs Sofie Scout

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Sofie Scout at 100% against Luna Controller's 29%. Sofie Scout also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Luna Controller's advantage is price (Free vs $2.99). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Luna Controller is free to download; Sofie Scout costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Luna Controller ships an update monthly, Sofie Scout every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Luna Controller | Sofie Scout |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $2.99 |
| Rating | **[4.6 (7.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luna-controller/id1528364633/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **7.7K** | — |
| Positive reviews | 28.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Size | 61 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AMZN Mobile LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/297606954) | [David James Arnold](https://appshunter.io/developer/6777554973) |

## 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


### Sofie Scout

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sofie-scout-road-to-poland/id6777554971)

Guide a speedy runner across Europe, leaping over obstacles and visiting famous cities on her journey to Poland. Proceeds from this game help real scouts fund their trip to the World Scout Jamboree.

**Highlights:** Fast-paced running gameplay, Leap over and dodge obstacles, Visit famous European cities, Support real-life scout fundraising, Unlock new adventures

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Luna Controller free?

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

### Is Sofie Scout free?

Sofie Scout costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Luna Controller or Sofie Scout have ads?

Neither Luna Controller nor Sofie Scout shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Luna Controller or Sofie Scout?

Luna Controller ships an update monthly, and Sofie Scout every 4 weeks. Most recently, Luna Controller was updated on November 2, 2026 and Sofie Scout 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.*
