Comparison

Super16Bit vs Dolphin Emulator

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

Head to head
About

Super16Bit

Experience classic Super Nintendo games on your Apple device with this advanced emulator. Enjoy features like game controller support, state saving, cheat codes, and optimized video and audio for a smooth retro gaming experience.

Highlights
  • Game controller support
  • State save and load
  • Cheat code functionality
  • Turbo mode and Rewind
  • External display output
  • iCloud sync for backups
  • Customizable touch screen controls
Features
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An advanced SNES (Super Nintendo) emulator optimized for Apple devices. ・Game controller ・State save ・Cheat code ・Turbo mode, Rewind ・External display output ・Metal rendering video optimized for Apple devices ・AudioUnit low-latency audio optimized for Apple devices ・iCloud sync (backup, restore) ・Touch screen controller layout customization ・Added various other functions *Last Inc. has no relationship with Nintendo. The name "Nintendo" and all related game console names are registered trademarks of Nintendo Co., Ltd.

About

Dolphin Emulator

Relive classic gaming with this emulator. Easily import ROMs, play in portrait or landscape, and save progress. Customize your sound and enjoy a seamless retro gaming experience.

Highlights
  • Import game ROMs
  • Portrait and landscape modes
  • Save and restore progress
  • Adjust sound effects
  • Ad-free premium option
Features
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Dolphin Emulator - Basic is your gateway to reliving the golden era of gaming. Whether you're diving back into childhood favorites or exploring retro classics for the first time, this game emulator makes it easy to enjoy the games you love. How to use: • Import game ROM files easily and start playing instantly • Run games in both portrait and landscape modes for flexible gameplay • Save and restore game progress anytime for a seamless experience • Adjust sound effects to customize your gaming atmosphere Currently supported game types: (NES) Other information: It's important to note that Dolphin Emulator - Basic should only be used with legally acquired game files. We do not endorse or support any form of piracy. Rest assured, Dolphin Emulator - Basic operates independently and has no affiliation with console manufacturers. The mention of related game console names in this statement is only used to describe the environment supported by the retro game emulator application. With Dolphin Emulator - Basic Premium you can unlock the ultimate experience: • Remove Ads: Enjoy an uninterrupted, ad-free journey to inspiration. • Unlock All Features: Get full access to every feature Unlock your gaming emulating potential—elevate your retro gaming experience with Dolphin Emulator - Basic Premium! Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/dolphin-game-emulator/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/dolphin-game-emulator/terms-of-use

Screenshots

Super16Bit4 screens
Dolphin Emulator3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Super16Bit at 71% against Dolphin Emulator's 19%. Super16Bit also leads on rating (4.5 vs 2.3) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). Dolphin Emulator's advantage is ratings volume (87 vs 26). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Dolphin Emulator sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Super16Bit asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Super16Bit holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 26 and 87 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of Super16Bit's written reviews are positive against 19% of Dolphin Emulator's.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Super16Bit versus Dolphin Emulator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSuper16BitDolphin Emulator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (26 ratings) — better2.3 (87 ratings)
Positive reviews71.0% of reviews — better18.9% of reviews
Number of ratings2687 — better
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLast,Inc.Irene Klein

Customer experience

Super16Bit

All ratings21 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral9.5%
Negative4.8%
Written reviews31 reviews
Positive71.0%
Neutral9.7%
Negative19.4%

Dolphin Emulator

All ratings87 ratings
Positive29.9%
Neutral6.9%
Negative63.2%
Written reviews111 reviews
Positive18.9%
Neutral7.2%
Negative73.9%

Bugs and requests

Super16Bit

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Dolphin Emulator

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • NES games not loading properly
  • Redirecting to premium version when trying to open NES files

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add support for GameCube and Wii games
  • Add support for Sega Genesis
  • Add support for PlayStation games

In-app purchases

None

Super16Bit

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Dolphin Emulator

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Premium Subscription$2.991 Month

Questions

Is Super16Bit free?
Super16Bit is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Dolphin Emulator free?
Dolphin Emulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Super16Bit or Dolphin Emulator?
Super16Bit is rated higher. Super16Bit averages 4.5 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while Dolphin Emulator averages 2.3 from 87 ratings.
Do Super16Bit or Dolphin Emulator have ads?
Neither Super16Bit nor Dolphin Emulator shows ads.

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