Comparison

Yaba Sanshiro 2 vs DeckFilter

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

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About

Yaba Sanshiro 2

This app allows you to play SEGA Saturn games on your iOS device by emulating the hardware. You'll need to provide your own game data by dumping it from original CD-ROMs. It offers various settings for graphics, sound, and controls to enhance your retro gaming experience.

Highlights
  • SEGA Saturn hardware emulation
  • Play your own Saturn game files
  • Save and load game states
  • On-screen gamepad and MFI controller support
  • Adjustable rendering resolution
  • Frame skip and aspect ratio settings
Features
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Take your Saturn game collection anywhere with Yaba Sanshiro 2. Enjoy your favorite Saturn games on iPhone and iPad with high-resolution graphics, fast and lightweight emulation, massive backup storage, and cloud save support. Play with enhanced visuals, keep more save data, protect your progress in the cloud, and transfer your saves to your other devices. KEY FEATURES • High-Resolution Graphics Enjoy sharper 3D graphics rendered at resolutions higher than the original Saturn hardware, powered by Apple's Metal API. • Fast and Lightweight Optimized for smooth and responsive gameplay on iPhone and iPad. • Massive Backup Storage The original Saturn had only 32 KB of internal backup RAM. Yaba Sanshiro 2 lets you keep far more save data without constantly deleting old saves. • Cloud Backup Back up your important game saves to your private cloud storage and protect your progress. • Save Data Transfer Back up, restore, and transfer your save data so you can continue playing on your other devices. • Save States Save your progress at any moment and continue later from exactly where you left off. • Game Controller Support Play with compatible Bluetooth and USB game controllers for a more authentic console experience. FREE TO START — UPGRADE YOUR WAY Download Yaba Sanshiro 2 for free and get started with your own Saturn games. For full access to Pro features, choose the option that works best for you: • Annual Pro Unlock Pro features with an auto-renewable yearly subscription. • Lifetime Pro Unlock Pro features permanently with a one-time purchase. Pay once and keep Pro forever. Users who purchased Yaba Sanshiro 2 before it became a free app will continue to receive Pro access without an additional subscription or purchase. GETTING STARTED Yaba Sanshiro 2 does not include Saturn BIOS files or game data. You must use game files created from game discs that you legally own. 1. Create a supported game image from your Saturn game disc. 2. Copy the game file to your iPhone or iPad. 3. Start Yaba Sanshiro 2. 4. Tap the “Add” button and select your game file. 5. Tap the game icon to start playing. For detailed setup instructions, visit: https://www.yabasanshiro.com/howto#ios COMPATIBILITY The Saturn is a complex system, and some games may not yet work perfectly. Check the current game compatibility list here: https://www.yabasanshiro.com/games You can also send compatibility information and issue reports directly to the developer by selecting “Report” from the in-game menu. OPEN-SOURCE SOFTWARE Yaba Sanshiro 2 is based on the Yabause open-source project and is provided under the GPL license. Source code is available here: https://www.yabasanshiro.com/download LEGAL NOTICE Yaba Sanshiro 2 is not affiliated with or endorsed by SEGA Corporation. “Sega Saturn” is a registered trademark of SEGA Corporation. Terms of Use: https://www.yabasanshiro.com/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://www.yabasanshiro.com/privacy

About

DeckFilter

This app helps Steam Deck users discover and organize their game library and wishlist. Filter games by playtime, compatibility, and tags to find your next gaming session. Access detailed game insights and optimized settings for a better experience.

Highlights
  • Sync Steam library and wishlist
  • Filter by playtime, ProtonDB, Deck Verified
  • View game insights and completion time
  • Manage wishlists with discounts and reviews
  • Bookmark favorite games
  • Access optimized game settings
  • Precision tag filtering
Features
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DeckFilter helps Steam Deck players choose what to play next from the Steam games they already own. Sync your Steam library and wishlist, then turn a crowded backlog into a short list for tonight. Filter by Deck Verified status, SteamOS compatibility, ProtonDB tier, controller support, Steam reviews, tags, time-to-beat estimates, playtime, supported languages, achievement progress, prices, discounts, and skipped or unavailable items. Use DeckFilter to: - Find games that match your time, mood, language, and input preferences - Compare Deck readiness, ProtonDB, Steam reviews, playtime, and community signals before launching - Sort wishlist games by price, discount, release date, reviews, playtime, and Deck readiness - Open SteamDeckHQ, ShareDeck, and DeckVerifiedGames reports from game details - Save games with bookmarks and bookmark lists so your next picks are easy to revisit - Browse Discover, featured creator playlists, recently played games, and Steam Store search results - Keep skipped, unavailable, delisted, and country-restricted Steam items easier to manage DeckFilter is built for large Steam libraries, long wishlists, and players who already check several sites before choosing a game. It brings the decision signals together so you spend less time comparing tabs and more time playing. DeckFilter is an independent companion for Steam Deck players and is not affiliated with Valve or Steam.

Screenshots

Yaba Sanshiro 24 screens
DeckFilter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Yaba Sanshiro 2 at Free against DeckFilter's $4.99. DeckFilter's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and review sentiment (85% vs 62%). On update cadence, ads, monetization model 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

Yaba Sanshiro 2 is free to download; DeckFilter costs $4.99 up front. Yaba Sanshiro 2 sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per year. DeckFilter asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DeckFilter holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 28 and 88 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of Yaba Sanshiro 2's written reviews are positive against 85% of DeckFilter's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Yaba Sanshiro 2 ships an update every 2 weeks, DeckFilter fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Yaba Sanshiro 2 versus DeckFilter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterYaba Sanshiro 2DeckFilter
PriceFree — better$4.99
Rating4.4 (28 ratings)4.7 (88 ratings) — better
Positive reviews61.8% of reviews85.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2888 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreeFree
Best chart rank—#191 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB77 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperdevMiyaxWEBGEHEUER OU

Customer experience

Yaba Sanshiro 2

All ratings28 ratings
Positive89.3%
Neutral3.6%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews34 reviews
Positive61.8%
Neutral35.3%
Negative2.9%

DeckFilter

All ratings88 ratings
Positive93.2%
Neutral2.3%
Negative4.5%
Written reviews54 reviews
Positive85.2%
Neutral7.4%
Negative7.4%

Bugs and requests

Yaba Sanshiro 2

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

DeckFilter

Reported bugs

13 issues
  • Some games from library do not show up
  • Hidden games do not show up
  • Wishlist does not update
  • Pull to refresh does not work
  • Does not remember new sort settings
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  • Takes a long time to get sorted, API key issues, security flagging
  • App gets stuck at API screen needing confirmation from Steam mobile app
  • Does not sync, loads indefinitely
  • ProtonDB ratings will not show up on games
  • Syncing issues, screen doesn't update until app force close and reopen
  • New purchased games not showing up after sync until app restart
  • Updates not reflecting until app restart
  • Won't sync, even after changing settings to public

Requested features

14 requests
  • Mark games as completed
  • Add control config/community layout info
  • More filter options (e.g., Linux/Windows/Apple support)
  • Search Steam store within the app
  • Filter by games with achievements
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  • Filter by Steam categories/collections/favorites
  • Ability to hide games
  • Custom lists
  • Swipe gestures for game cards
  • Sort by recently added
  • Sort by user rating/Metacritic integration
  • Incorporate Steam guides
  • Expand to other platforms (GOG, Epic)
  • iPad full screen support

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Yaba Sanshiro 2

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Annual$1.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$4.99
None

DeckFilter

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Yaba Sanshiro 2 free?
Yaba Sanshiro 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DeckFilter free?
DeckFilter costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Yaba Sanshiro 2 or DeckFilter?
DeckFilter is rated higher. Yaba Sanshiro 2 averages 4.4 out of 5 from 28 ratings, while DeckFilter averages 4.7 from 88 ratings.
Do Yaba Sanshiro 2 or DeckFilter have ads?
Neither Yaba Sanshiro 2 nor DeckFilter shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Yaba Sanshiro 2 or DeckFilter?
Yaba Sanshiro 2 ships an update every 2 weeks, and DeckFilter fortnightly. Most recently, Yaba Sanshiro 2 was updated on October 15, 2026 and DeckFilter on October 18, 2026.

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