Comparison

Remote Gamepad vs Dragon

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Remote Gamepad

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
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Use your phone as a gamepad for your PC. Play games on your PC using your phone as a game controller. Rotate your phone as the steering wheel in racing games. On-screen controls are available similar to a game controller. Supported devices • Windows 10/11 • Linux This app is compatible with all PC games which support game controllers. Use Wi-Fi, USB, or Bluetooth for the connection. No additional hardware is needed. Button presses on game controllers connected to your phone are forwarded. This allows you to use mobile game controllers with your PC. The included layout editor allows you to create and use your own game controller layouts. You can customize the button position, size, color, shape, and more. Layouts can be shared with other users using a link. A trial is available within the app. To continue using the app after the time limit, you can upgrade to the premium version or watch ads.

About

Dragon

Features
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Dragon Dice: The Ultimate RPG Companion Step into the tavern, pull up a chair, and let the fate of your next campaign rest in your hands. Whether you are striking down a red dragon, picking a masterfully crafted lock, or rolling for initiative in a crowded dungeon, Dragon Dice delivers the raw grit and thrill of tabletop gaming straight to your device. Leave the plastic behind, or back up your favorite set, with a digital dice roller designed by adventurers, for adventurers. FEATURES TO FUEL YOUR ADVENTURE: The Full Arsenal: Instantly roll any standard polyhedral die required for your favorite RPG systems, including D4, D6, D8, D10, D12, and the legendary D20. Horde Rolling Made Easy: Need to cast a high-level Fireball? Scale up your dice pool seamlessly to roll multiple dice at the exact same time. Calculate with Precision: Easily add or subtract custom stat modifiers to your pool. Your final total is calculated instantly, complete with a detailed breakdown so you can track exactly how your dice landed. Immersive Fantasy Aesthetic: Game in style with a beautifully crafted, thematic interface that feels right at home next to your character sheets and miniatures. Fate in a Shake: Want that authentic, physical feel? Turn on the Shake to Roll feature in your settings to cast your dice with a flick of your wrist. Never Lose Focus: Don't let a sleeping screen ruin a clutch moment. Toggle the Stay Awake setting to keep your digital dice tray active and ready throughout the entire gaming session. HOW TO PLAY: Tap your chosen polyhedral die. Set your dice count and add your character's modifiers. Smash the ROLL button (or if enabled in settings, shake your device) and let the fates decide your destiny! Your next great adventure is just a roll away. Download Dragon Dice today and let the critical hits commence!

Screenshots

Remote Gamepad4 screens
Dragon4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Dragon at none against Remote Gamepad's 1. Dragon also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 weeks). Remote Gamepad's advantage is iOS requirement (14.1 vs 26.2). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Remote Gamepad sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Dragon asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote Gamepad ships an update every 2 weeks, Dragon every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Remote Gamepad versus Dragon: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote GamepadDragon
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (111 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews45.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings111 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.1 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThomas VosEd Wied

Bugs and requests

Remote Gamepad

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • 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
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  • Steering wheel not perfectly straight
  • PES game brings out keeper when playing
  • Paid version with unlimited time doesn't work

Requested features

15 requests
  • 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
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  • Add different themes or interface color changes
  • Add support for 3D touch for trigger force
  • Add touchpad for camera control
  • Option to edit extra button input
  • Add keyboard input support
  • Reduce minimum button size on iPad
  • Add Bluetooth support
  • Make it playable on TV (Android TV support)
  • Remove time limit
  • Fix paid version unlimited time issue

Dragon

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Remote Gamepad

One-time1
  • Premium$2.99
None

Dragon

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Remote Gamepad free?
Remote Gamepad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Dragon free?
Dragon is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Remote Gamepad or Dragon have ads?
Remote Gamepad shows ads; Dragon does not.
Which is updated more often, Remote Gamepad or Dragon?
Remote Gamepad ships an update every 2 weeks, and Dragon every 3 days. Most recently, Remote Gamepad was updated on October 17, 2026 and Dragon on September 26, 2026.

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