# Steam Mobile vs Riot Mobile

The clearest difference is rating: Riot Mobile at 4.7 against Steam Mobile's 2.6. Riot Mobile also leads on review sentiment (37% vs 24%). Steam Mobile's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Riot Mobile holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12K and 13K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 24% of Steam Mobile's written reviews are positive against 37% of Riot Mobile's.

Steam Mobile ships an update every 6 weeks, Riot Mobile every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 2, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Steam Mobile | Riot Mobile |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.6 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steam-mobile/id495369748/reviews) | **[4.7 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/riot-mobile/id1077150310/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 12K | **13K** |
| Positive reviews | 23.8% of reviews | **37.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#38** | #137 |
| Size | 50 MB | 223 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Valve](https://appshunter.io/developer/495369751) | [Riot Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/346988044) |

## What reviewers say

### Steam Mobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steam-mobile/id495369748)

**Currently charting:** #38 Top Free · Entertainment (US App Store)

Access your PC game library, shop for new titles, and manage downloads remotely. Enhance account security with two-factor authentication and confirm trades and market transactions on the go. Stay updated with personalized news and community content.

**Highlights:** Browse and shop PC games, Manage game downloads remotely, Two-factor account authentication, Confirm trades and market transactions, Personalized news feed, Access Steam Community features

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient mobile access
- 🔒 Effective security features
- 👍 Useful for browsing and purchasing
- 👍 Improved UI in recent update

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and unstable
- 🔍 Difficult navigation and cluttered UI
- 🔍 Missing key features like chat
- 🔍 Inconsistent performance across devices

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes and login issues
- Unresponsive buttons and UI elements
- Inconsistent behavior when changing passwords
- Inability to create new accounts

**Requested features**

- Integrate chat functionality
- Optimize for tablet/landscape use
- Add ability to manage library and downloads
- Improve search and browsing experience


### Riot Mobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/riot-mobile/id1077150310)

**Currently charting:** #137 Top Free · Entertainment (US App Store)

Stay connected to Riot Games' universe with this official companion app. Discover new content, organize play sessions, and track esports events across multiple titles. Earn rewards and monitor your in-game stats.

**Highlights:** Cross-game chat and play organization, Personalized content discovery, Multi-game news and updates, Esports schedules and VODs, In-app rewards and missions, Match history and stat tracking

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 💡 Useful for staying connected with friends
- 🔍 Provides match history and player status

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy chat and notification system
- 🔍 Limited match history and player profile information
- 🔒 Login issues and frequent sign-outs
- 🔧 Needs more features and customization options

**Reported bugs**

- Match history not updating correctly
- Profile page and chat frequently crashing
- Inconsistent notification behavior
- Compatibility issues on older devices

**Requested features**

- Add Valorant store and skin viewing
- Implement spectator mode to watch friends' games
- Allow multiple account logins
- Integrate more Riot game data and statistics


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Steam Mobile free?

Steam Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Riot Mobile free?

Riot Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Steam Mobile or Riot Mobile?

Riot Mobile is rated higher. Steam Mobile averages 2.6 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while Riot Mobile averages 4.7 from 13K ratings.

### Do Steam Mobile or Riot Mobile have ads?

Riot Mobile shows ads; Steam Mobile does not.

### Which is updated more often, Steam Mobile or Riot Mobile?

Steam Mobile ships an update every 6 weeks, and Riot Mobile every 3 weeks. Most recently, Steam Mobile was updated on October 2, 2026 and Riot Mobile on October 2, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Steam Mobile or Riot Mobile?

Steam Mobile currently peaks at #38 in the App Store charts, and Riot Mobile at #137. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*