Comparison

8BitDo Ultimate Software vs BenQ AR Projector Planner

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

Head to head
About

8BitDo Ultimate Software

Gain complete control over your compatible gamepad. Customize button layouts, fine-tune analog stick and trigger responses, and manage vibration intensity. Create custom macro commands for advanced gameplay.

Highlights
  • Button mapping customization
  • Stick and trigger sensitivity adjustment
  • Vibration power control
  • Macro creation
  • Controller compatibility management
Features
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8BitDo Ultimate Software gives you elite control over every piece of your controller: customize button mapping, adjust stick & trigger sensitivity, vibration power control and create macros. Controller Compatibility: * 8BitDo Pro 2 Bluetooth Controller * 8BitDo Pro 2 Wired Controller for Xbox * 8BitDo Ultimate Wired Controller for Xbox * 8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller * 8BitDo Micro Gamepad * 8BitDo Ultimate 3-mode Controller for Xbox Please visit support.8bitdo.com for further information and additional support.

About

BenQ AR Projector Planner

Visualize projectors in your space using augmented reality. Measure your room, place virtual projectors, and adjust screen sizes to find the perfect fit for your home theater or gaming setup.

Highlights
  • AR space measurement
  • Virtual projector placement
  • Screen size and angle adjustment
  • Virtual furniture placement
  • Installation detail export
  • Projector recommendations
Features
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Thinking about getting a projector but unsure if it fits your space? BenQ’s AR Projector Planner helps you simulate, plan, and choose the perfect model for your home. - Scan your wall with iPhone & LiDAR to instantly measure your space. - Drag and place projectors in your actual room. - Get instan recommendations based on screen size and throw distance. - Adjust screen size and angle, or furnish the space with virtual furniture. - Export installation details and share your setup. Whether you're planning a cozy movie corner or a full-scale gaming room, this app makes projector installation easier than ever.

Screenshots

8BitDo Ultimate Software4 screens
BenQ AR Projector Planner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: 8BitDo Ultimate Software at 2.4 against BenQ AR Projector Planner's 1.0. 8BitDo Ultimate Software also leads on review sentiment (26% vs 0%) and ratings volume (197 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

8BitDo Ultimate Software holds the better App Store score, 2.4 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 8BitDo Ultimate Software has 197 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 26% of 8BitDo Ultimate Software's written reviews are positive against 0% of BenQ AR Projector Planner's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

8BitDo Ultimate Software ships an update every 2 months, BenQ AR Projector Planner every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
8BitDo Ultimate Software versus BenQ AR Projector Planner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter8BitDo Ultimate SoftwareBenQ AR Projector Planner
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.4 (197 ratings) — better1.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews26.4% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings197 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS11.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size167 MB279 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer8BitDoBenQ Corporation

Customer experience

8BitDo Ultimate Software

All ratings195 ratings
Positive31.3%
Neutral8.7%
Negative60.0%
Written reviews398 reviews
Positive26.4%
Neutral12.6%
Negative61.1%

BenQ AR Projector Planner

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

8BitDo Ultimate Software

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App unable to detect connected controllers
  • Key mapping not working as expected
  • Profiles resetting after app restart
  • Firmware update issues bricking controllers

Requested features

5 requests
  • Support for more controllers (e.g. 8bitdo Zero 2, SN30 Pro+)
  • Add ability to remap command/option keys for macOS/iOS
  • Improve macro functionality (e.g. adjustable delay, ability to hold keys)
  • Add media control key mapping options
  • Implement Bluetooth firmware update capability

BenQ AR Projector Planner

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

8BitDo Ultimate Software

No in-app purchases

None

BenQ AR Projector Planner

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 8BitDo Ultimate Software free?
8BitDo Ultimate Software is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BenQ AR Projector Planner free?
BenQ AR Projector Planner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, 8BitDo Ultimate Software or BenQ AR Projector Planner?
8BitDo Ultimate Software is rated higher. 8BitDo Ultimate Software averages 2.4 out of 5 from 197 ratings, while BenQ AR Projector Planner averages 1.0 from 2 ratings.
Do 8BitDo Ultimate Software or BenQ AR Projector Planner have ads?
Neither 8BitDo Ultimate Software nor BenQ AR Projector Planner shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 8BitDo Ultimate Software or BenQ AR Projector Planner?
8BitDo Ultimate Software ships an update every 2 months, and BenQ AR Projector Planner every 5 months. Most recently, 8BitDo Ultimate Software was updated on September 23, 2026 and BenQ AR Projector Planner on June 1, 2026.

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