# iMSX2 vs Surume

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iMSX2 at none against Surume's 1. iMSX2 also leads on price ($1.99 vs $5.99) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Surume's advantage is chart position (#124 vs unranked). On rating, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

iMSX2 costs $1.99 and Surume $5.99 up front. Surume sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. iMSX2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.4 for iMSX2 against 3.4 for Surume. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 10 and 26 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 59% and 60% positive.

iMSX2 ships an update every 3 weeks, Surume monthly. Both last shipped on October 14, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | iMSX2 | Surume |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$1.99** | $5.99 |
| Rating | [3.4 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imsx2/id6499231192/reviews) | [3.4 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/surume/id6763616488/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 10 | **26** |
| Positive reviews | 59.3% of reviews | **60.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#124** |
| Size | 8 MB | 274 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Enrique Enguix](https://appshunter.io/developer/1723324154) | [Dylan Mathurin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1755943099) |

## What reviewers say

### iMSX2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imsx2/id6499231192)

Play classic MSX and MSX2 games on your iPhone or iPad. Load games from ROM, MX1, MX2, DSK, or ZIP files. Features include save states, Bluetooth controller support, customizable buttons, and screen filters for an authentic retro experience.

**Highlights:** Play classic MSX/MSX2 games, Load games from ROM, MX1, MX2, DSK, ZIP, Save and load game states, Bluetooth keyboard and controller support, Customizable button layouts, CRT and scanline screen filters, Load BASIC programs

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Surume

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/surume/id6763616488)

**Currently charting:** #124 Top Paid · Entertainment (US App Store)

Experience classic PlayStation 2 games on your iPhone and iPad. This emulator offers a console-like home screen and supports various controllers, allowing you to play anywhere, on your device or streamed to a TV. Save your progress and customize controls for a personalized gaming experience.

**Highlights:** Console-style home screen, TV output support, On-device interpreter engine, Wireless and wired gamepad support, Customizable on-screen controls, Save states, In-game overlay

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tip 1$ | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iMSX2 free?

iMSX2 costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Surume free?

Surume costs $5.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, iMSX2 or Surume?

iMSX2 and Surume are both rated 3.4 out of 5 on the App Store, from 10 and 26 ratings respectively.

### Do iMSX2 or Surume have ads?

Neither iMSX2 nor Surume shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iMSX2 or Surume?

iMSX2 ships an update every 3 weeks, and Surume monthly. Most recently, iMSX2 was updated on October 14, 2026 and Surume on October 14, 2026.

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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.*