# Virtual Gamepad vs XBX Controller

The clearest difference is rating: XBX Controller at 4.1 against Virtual Gamepad's 2.4. XBX Controller also leads on ratings volume (569 vs 24). Virtual Gamepad's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. XBX Controller sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Virtual Gamepad asks for nothing beyond the download.

XBX Controller holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: XBX Controller has 569 ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 16% of Virtual Gamepad's written reviews are positive against 19% of XBX Controller's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Virtual Gamepad | XBX Controller |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.4 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtual-gamepad/id6478186057/reviews) | **[4.1 (569 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xbx-controller-remote-play/id6739027564/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 24 | **569** |
| Positive reviews | 15.8% of reviews | **18.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Daily |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Size | 30 MB | 61 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/359580642) | [Tri Tran Thi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1783464076) |

## What reviewers say

### Virtual Gamepad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtual-gamepad/id6478186057)

Control cloud games on your Samsung Smart TV directly from your iPhone. Connect seamlessly through the SmartThings app and Gaming Hub by scanning a QR code. Enjoy a gamepad-free experience for supported titles.

**Highlights:** Gamepad-free cloud gaming, Connects to Samsung Smart TV, Uses SmartThings mobile app, QR code connection via Gaming Hub, iPhone compatibility (iOS 15+)

**In-app purchases:** none


### XBX Controller

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xbx-controller-remote-play/id6739027564)

Control your gaming device remotely using any Bluetooth gamepad or the app's virtual gamepad. Enjoy immersive, low-latency game streaming with customizable controls and full-screen support, whether at home or on the go.

**Highlights:** Remote play with Bluetooth gamepad support, Virtual gamepad option, Low-latency game streaming, Customizable button mapping, Full-screen support, Seamless Bluetooth controller connection

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gamepad Premium Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Gamepad Premium Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| Gamepad Premium Lifetime | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Virtual Gamepad free?

Virtual Gamepad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is XBX Controller free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Virtual Gamepad or XBX Controller?

XBX Controller is rated higher. Virtual Gamepad averages 2.4 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while XBX Controller averages 4.1 from 569 ratings.

### Do Virtual Gamepad or XBX Controller have ads?

Neither Virtual Gamepad nor XBX Controller shows ads.

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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.*