# BombSquad Remote vs AirConsole

The clearest difference is rating: AirConsole at 4.7 against BombSquad Remote's 3.2. AirConsole also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (5K vs 585). BombSquad Remote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (6.1 vs 15.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AirConsole sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. BombSquad Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

AirConsole holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AirConsole has 5K ratings behind it against 585, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 59% of BombSquad Remote's written reviews are positive against 55% of AirConsole's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

BombSquad Remote ships an update every 5 months, AirConsole every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | BombSquad Remote | AirConsole |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (585 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bombsquad-remote/id416471850/reviews) | **[4.7 (5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/airconsole/id1017688554/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 585 | **5K** |
| Positive reviews | **58.8% of reviews** | 55.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 18 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.1** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Eric Froemling](https://appshunter.io/developer/398894174) | [N-Dream AG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1017688553) |

## What reviewers say

### BombSquad Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bombsquad-remote/id416471850)

Transform your iOS device into a wireless controller for an explosive arcade party game. Connect multiple devices to control the action and enhance your gameplay experience.

**Highlights:** Wireless controller for BombSquad, Use iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad, Joystick or tilt mode, Up to 8 devices connect simultaneously, Arcade-style party game controller

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎉 Fun and addictive game
- 👍 Great for friends and family
- 🎮 Smooth controller experience
- 🔥 Awesome game concept

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔌 Connectivity issues
- 🤖 Lack of mobile version
- 📱 Incompatible with newer devices

**Reported bugs**

- Game not loading or crashing
- Connection problems between devices
- Controller issues and unresponsiveness

**Requested features**

- Add mobile version for iOS
- Improve matchmaking and loading times
- Introduce more game modes and levels
- Allow customization of controls


### AirConsole

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/airconsole/id1017688554)

Transform your computer or tablet into a game console and use your smartphones as controllers. Enjoy a wide variety of single and multiplayer games with friends. Get started quickly for instant fun.

**Highlights:** Use smartphones as gamepads, Computer/tablet as game console, Single player games, Multiplayer games, Starter Pack with free games, Unlock over 170 games with subscription

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AirConsole Hero | $2.99 | per month |
| AirConsole Hero | $2.99 | per month |
| AirConsole Hero | $4.99 | per month |
| AirConsole Hero | $4.99 | per month |
| AirConsole Hero Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| AirConsole Hero | $11.99 | per year |
| AirConsole Hero | $17.99 | per year |
| AirConsole Hero | $23.99 | per year |
| AirConsole Hero for lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great enjoy playing with friends
- 👍 Fun and easy to use
- 👍 Incredible free console to play with family and friends
- 👍 Keeps you busy for hours
- 👍 Fun and easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Not very free, most games require subscription
- 🐛 Laggy and crashes often
- 💰 Overpriced subscription
- 💰 Wants money, too many paid features
- 🐛 Doesn't work on certain devices

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes frequently
- Compatibility issues with newer devices
- Subscription issues, can't cancel or use properly

**Requested features**

- Add more free games
- Add landscape mode support
- Add more sports and multiplayer games
- Add one-player game modes
- Improve performance and reduce lag


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BombSquad Remote free?

BombSquad Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is AirConsole free?

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

### Which has better reviews, BombSquad Remote or AirConsole?

AirConsole is rated higher. BombSquad Remote averages 3.2 out of 5 from 585 ratings, while AirConsole averages 4.7 from 5K ratings.

### Do BombSquad Remote or AirConsole have ads?

Neither BombSquad Remote nor AirConsole shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BombSquad Remote or AirConsole?

BombSquad Remote ships an update every 5 months, and AirConsole every 2 months. Most recently, BombSquad Remote was updated on September 25, 2026 and AirConsole on September 25, 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.*