# Gamma vs AetherSX2

The clearest difference is rating: Gamma at 4.8 against AetherSX2's 3.4. Gamma also leads on ratings volume (11K vs 65). AetherSX2's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Gamma sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. AetherSX2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Gamma holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Gamma has 11K ratings behind it against 65, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Gamma | AetherSX2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gamma-ps-1-game-emulator/id6499106870/reviews)** | [3.4 (65 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aethersx2/id6811866034/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **11K** | 65 |
| Positive reviews | 83.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 150 MB | 29 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ZODTTD LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/290594874) | [HARRY PEREZ](https://appshunter.io/developer/6783068306) |

## What reviewers say

### Gamma

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gamma-ps-1-game-emulator/id6499106870)

This app allows you to play your favorite PlayStation 1 games on your device. It offers enhanced graphics, controller customization, and cloud syncing for save states. Enjoy a superior gaming experience with easy file import and cheat code support.

**Highlights:** Enhanced hi-resolution graphics, Customizable controller skins, Save state syncing via cloud, Cheat codes system, Wide file format support, Hardware controller support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Game Controller support, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Great Supporter | $0.99 | per month |
| Fantastic Supporter | $1.99 | per month |
| Incredible Supporter | $4.99 | per month |
| Greatest Supporter Of All Time | $9.99 | per month |
| Gamma Pro - Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth emulation
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 🎮 Good controller support
- 🔥 Brings PS1 games to mobile

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes with Bluetooth controllers
- 🔊 Audio issues with some games
- 📺 Limited display/graphics options
- 💰 Ads and paid version required

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when customizing controls
- Some games freeze or have graphical issues
- Dropbox sync not working properly

**Requested features**

- Multiple controller support
- Customizable button layouts
- More display/graphics settings
- Ability to load .cue files


### AetherSX2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aethersx2/id6811866034)

This app provides a comprehensive guide for setting up and optimizing PS2 emulation on mobile devices. It offers tutorials, tools like a resolution calculator and performance estimator, and a compatibility database for over 50 games.

**Highlights:** Step-by-step emulator setup tutorials, Interactive tools, Resolution calculator, Performance estimator, File format guide, Game compatibility database

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Gamma free?

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

### Is AetherSX2 free?

AetherSX2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Gamma or AetherSX2?

Gamma is rated higher. Gamma averages 4.8 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while AetherSX2 averages 3.4 from 65 ratings.

### Do Gamma or AetherSX2 have ads?

Both Gamma and AetherSX2 show 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.*