# GameTouch Controller vs Ship Simulator

The clearest difference is review sentiment: GameTouch Controller at 100% against Ship Simulator's 49%. GameTouch Controller also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 14) and ads (none vs shown). Ship Simulator's advantage is price (Free vs $2.99) and ratings volume (12K vs 24). On device support there is nothing between them.

Ship Simulator is free to download; GameTouch Controller costs $2.99 up front. Ship Simulator sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. GameTouch Controller asks for nothing beyond the download.

GameTouch Controller holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ship Simulator has 12K ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of GameTouch Controller's written reviews are positive against 49% of Ship Simulator's.

GameTouch Controller ships an update every 3 days, Ship Simulator every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GameTouch Controller | Ship Simulator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[5.0 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gametouch-controller/id1636055248/reviews)** | [4.7 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ship-simulator-boat-game/id6451137140/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 24 | **12K** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 48.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 224 MB | 513 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [grant draper](https://appshunter.io/developer/1633587902) | [Azur Interactive Games Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1296347323) |

## What reviewers say

### GameTouch Controller

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gametouch-controller/id1636055248)

Transform any device into a custom controller for your PC games. Connect multiple touch screens simultaneously to build immersive simulator cockpits. Features a dedicated server-side editor for complete customization.

**Highlights:** Customizable game controller, PC command sending, Multiple touch screen support, Simulator cockpit setup, Server-side editor

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Ship Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ship-simulator-boat-game/id6451137140)

Pilot various ships to transport resources and build a nuclear power plant in a challenging environment. Upgrade your fleet, manage industries, and overcome obstacles like difficult routes and dynamic weather.

**Highlights:** Cargo delivery tasks, Ship fleet management, Industry upgrades, Ship modification, Dynamic weather system, Diverse routes and locations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small starter set | $0.99 | one-time |
| 5000 coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| No ADS | $2.99 | one-time |
| Supply containers | $3.99 | one-time |
| No ADS offer | $3.99 | one-time |
| Big starter set | $3.99 | one-time |
| Free barges forever | $4.99 | one-time |
| 10000 coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Automatic loading forever | $4.99 | one-time |
| 20000 coins | $7.99 | one-time |
| 10000 experience | $8.99 | one-time |
| 40000 coins | $14.99 | one-time |
| 60000 coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| 90000 coins | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use controls
- 🎨 Great graphics and visuals
- 🎵 Enjoyable music and sound design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Lack of content after completing main missions
- 💰 High cost of in-app purchases for ships and upgrades
- 🔋 Energy system that limits playtime
- 📺 Excessive and unskippable advertisements

**Reported bugs**

- Winch breaking issues and ship damage when boosting
- Cargo loading and delivery not registering properly
- Energy system not regenerating as expected
- Crashes and black screens on certain devices

**Requested features**

- More levels, missions, and locations to explore
- Ability to replay completed missions
- Free roam mode or sandbox environment
- Option to remove ads through a one-time purchase


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GameTouch Controller free?

GameTouch Controller costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Ship Simulator free?

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

### Which has better reviews, GameTouch Controller or Ship Simulator?

GameTouch Controller is rated higher. GameTouch Controller averages 5.0 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while Ship Simulator averages 4.7 from 12K ratings.

### Do GameTouch Controller or Ship Simulator have ads?

Ship Simulator shows ads; GameTouch Controller does not.

### Which is updated more often, GameTouch Controller or Ship Simulator?

GameTouch Controller ships an update every 3 days, and Ship Simulator every 2 weeks. Most recently, GameTouch Controller was updated on October 7, 2026 and Ship Simulator on October 15, 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.*