# Dev Utils vs eNES

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Dev Utils at 92% against eNES's 36%. Dev Utils also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). eNES's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, ratings volume, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. eNES sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Dev Utils asks for nothing beyond the download.

Dev Utils holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 101 and 176 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 92% of Dev Utils's written reviews are positive against 36% of eNES's.

Dev Utils ships an update every 4 months, eNES every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dev Utils | eNES |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (101 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dev-utils/id6444063249/reviews)** | [4.4 (176 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/enes-nes-and-snes-retro-emu/id6499447166/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 101 | **176** |
| Positive reviews | **92.5% of reviews** | 35.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #147 | **#121** |
| Size | 12 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Ryan Fielder](https://appshunter.io/developer/1563352665) | [Mattia La Spina](https://appshunter.io/developer/1489624695) |

## What reviewers say

### Dev Utils

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dev-utils/id6444063249)

**Currently charting:** #147 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This app provides mobile developers with essential tools to streamline their workflow. It offers timely notifications for OS and Xcode releases, accessibility features, device information, and a reference for HTTP status codes. Customize your experience with themes and app icons.

**Highlights:** OS and Xcode release notifications, System font and color comparison, Device information lookup, HTTP status code reference, Light/dark themes, Customizable app icons

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Very useful app
- 👍 Good device info
- 👍 Helpful for developers
- 👍 Excellent UI/UX
- 👍 User-friendly

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Needs update for releases
- 🐛 Data not up-to-date
- 🐛 Potential privacy concerns
- 🐛 Accusations of hacking
- 🐛 Blocked on M series Macs

**Reported bugs**

- Unknown errors
- Find my iPhone error
- Apple ID locked
- Privacy concerns
- Being attacked

**Requested features**

- Update release notes/version numbers
- Adapt to iOS 26 and dark icon
- Update data promptly
- Allow development usage
- More access to watch design UI


### eNES

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/enes-nes-and-snes-retro-emu/id6499447166)

**Currently charting:** #121 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Relive classic NES and SNES gaming on iOS with this lightweight retro emulator. Enjoy features like automatic saving, external controller support, and customizable on-screen controls for an optimized nostalgic experience.

**Highlights:** Automatic saving and auto-load, External controller compatibility, Customizable on-screen controller, Audio filtering and sampling, Scanline visualization, Automatic .nes file import, Battery optimization

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| eNES PRO mounth sub | $0.99 | per month |
| eNES Subscription yearly | $7.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great emulator for retro games
- 🚀 Supports Dendy, Sega, and SNES games
- 📦 Lightweight and easy to use
- 🌟 Good support from developers
- ✅ No ads reported by one user

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Controls are difficult and unresponsive
- 👎 Directional buttons are problematic
- 👎 Games often unplayable due to controls
- 👎 Lacks essential buttons like reset
- 👎 Some games have missing audio tracks

**Reported bugs**

- Reset button missing
- Games cannot be restarted
- Audio issues with missing tracks
- Back button doesn't work occasionally
- Diagonal directions don't work

**Requested features**

- Add Game Genie codes function
- Improve D-pad for sliding
- Add customization to button layout
- Support for Bluetooth controllers
- Add reset button functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dev Utils free?

Dev Utils is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is eNES free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Dev Utils or eNES?

Dev Utils is rated higher. Dev Utils averages 4.7 out of 5 from 101 ratings, while eNES averages 4.4 from 176 ratings.

### Do Dev Utils or eNES have ads?

eNES shows ads; Dev Utils does not.

### Which is updated more often, Dev Utils or eNES?

Dev Utils ships an update every 4 months, and eNES every 3 weeks. Most recently, Dev Utils was updated on September 28, 2026 and eNES on September 30, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Dev Utils or eNES?

Dev Utils currently peaks at #147 in the App Store charts, and eNES at #121. 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.*