# MyGames Database vs Remote Gamepad

The clearest difference is rating: MyGames Database at 4.6 against Remote Gamepad's 4.0. MyGames Database also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (70% vs 44%). Remote Gamepad's advantage is iOS requirement (14.1 vs 26.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MyGames Database sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Remote Gamepad sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

MyGames Database holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MyGames Database has 1.1K ratings behind it against 107, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of MyGames Database's written reviews are positive against 44% of Remote Gamepad's.

MyGames Database ships an update weekly, Remote Gamepad every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 13, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | MyGames Database | Remote Gamepad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mygames-database/id1559848159/reviews)** | [4.0 (107 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-gamepad/id6448859108/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 107 |
| Positive reviews | **70.1% of reviews** | 44.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 64 MB | 52 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **14.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Daniel Colman](https://appshunter.io/developer/1408421686) | [Thomas Vos](https://appshunter.io/developer/1462943920) |

## What reviewers say

### MyGames Database

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mygames-database/id1559848159)

Organize and manage your entire video game collection with a beautiful interface. Track your backlog, wishlist, and current games, while personalizing each entry with notes and ratings. Discover new games and enjoy advanced features for a complete library management experience.

**Highlights:** Intuitive Liquid Glass interface, Comprehensive game database integration, Personalize game entries with notes and ratings, Track backlog, wishlist, and current games, Barcode scanner for physical games, Cloud backup and sync, Unlimited library size (Pro)

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Pro Annual | $14.99 | per year |
| Pro Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Efficient game organization
- 💡 Helpful for tracking game progress
- 🔒 Secure data storage
- 🎨 Clean and simple interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and data loss issues
- 🔒 Limited game library
- 💤 Lack of customization options
- 🤔 Unclear how to actually play games
- 🔍 Difficulty finding specific games

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on startup for some users
- Game data not saving properly
- Inaccurate platform information for certain games

**Requested features**

- Add more platforms (PS Vita, Sega Master System, etc.)
- Increase game library limit beyond 500
- Implement cloud sync and backup
- Allow tracking of multiple copies of the same game
- Add more detailed game status options (e.g. completed, on hold, etc.)


### Remote Gamepad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-gamepad/id6448859108)

Transform your smartphone into a versatile game controller for your PC. Enjoy immersive gaming experiences with on-screen controls or by rotating your phone as a steering wheel. Customize your controller layout and connect wirelessly or via USB.

**Highlights:** Use phone as PC game controller, Steering wheel functionality for racing games, Customizable on-screen controls, Wi-Fi, USB, or Bluetooth connection, Layout editor for custom button configurations, Shareable controller layouts

**Features:** Game Controller support, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Useful for conventional controller lacking
- 💡 Supports controllers connected to phone
- 🚀 Minimal latency over WiFi/wired
- 👍 Rewarding ad placement
- 👍 Works right out of the box

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Promises Bluetooth, doesn't deliver
- 👎 Paid features required for use
- 👎 Limited free trial time
- 👎 Ads are intrusive
- 👎 Bad deadzones with no control

**Reported bugs**

- Bug when pressing 2 buttons simultaneously
- Bluetooth not found in app
- Connection failed when scanning QR code
- App crashes when editing custom mapping
- Remote Gamepad PC app not working

**Requested features**

- Add angle calibration setting
- Optimize Wi-Fi connection for iPad
- Add button name customization
- Make it faster when touching and moving buttons
- Support for macOS


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MyGames Database free?

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

### Is Remote Gamepad free?

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

### Which has better reviews, MyGames Database or Remote Gamepad?

MyGames Database is rated higher. MyGames Database averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Remote Gamepad averages 4.0 from 107 ratings.

### Do MyGames Database or Remote Gamepad have ads?

Remote Gamepad shows ads; MyGames Database does not.

### Which is updated more often, MyGames Database or Remote Gamepad?

MyGames Database ships an update weekly, and Remote Gamepad every 2 weeks. Most recently, MyGames Database was updated on October 13, 2026 and Remote Gamepad on October 13, 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.*