Comparison

SteelSeries Arctis Companion vs Centaurus & Device Application

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

Head to head
About

SteelSeries Arctis Companion

Enhance your audio experience with over 200 tailored presets and controls for compatible SteelSeries Arctis headsets and earbuds. Optimize game sounds, music, and communication for an immersive experience.

Highlights
  • 200+ game-enhancing presets
  • Customizable dual EQ
  • Dual audio pairing (2.4GHz & Bluetooth)
  • Communication controls
  • Active Noise Canceling (Elite/GameBuds)
  • Transparency Noise Control (Elite/GameBuds)
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SteelSeries Headsets Compatibility: Arctis Nova Elite, Arctis Nova Pro Omni, Arctis Gamebuds™, Arctis Nova 7, Arctis Nova 5, Arctis Nova 3. Get an epic audio advantage with +200 tailored presets and audio controls for your headset and earbuds that just work. Kick back, tune in, and buff your compatible SteelSeries Arctis headsets, or GameBuds™ for your next console crusade. For All Compatible Headset Features: 1. Effortless Setup: Connect via the dongle for instant, zero-latency console audio through a 2.4 GHz connection. 2. Dual Audio Pairing: Switch from a 2.4GHz connection to seamlessly pair your phone via Bluetooth so you can enjoy music or chat while you’re playing instead. 3. Customizable Dual EQ: Independently adjust the dual equalizer for both 2.4GHz and Bluetooth connections to optimize all of your audio. 4. 200+ Game-Enhancing Presets: Use one-touch presets to amplify in-game sound cues and create an immersive experience in popular games such as Fortnite, CoD: Modern Warfare III, Apex Legends, and more. 5. Immersive Music Presets: Enjoy finely tuned EQ profiles for every genre—including Afrobeats, Rock, Jazz, Hip-Hop, K-Pop, Reggae, Lo-fi Chill, Metal, Synthwave, and Trap—so your headset sounds amazing whether you’re gaming or just vibing. 6. Communication Controls: Optimize your chat clarity by adjusting mic sidetone and volume on the fly during gameplay. Arctis Nova Elite, Arctis Nova Pro Omni, and Arctis GameBuds™ Exclusive Features: 1. Active Noise Canceling: Turn on noise canceling to hush your clickity clacks and whirring fans. Deliver crystal clear callouts in every clutch moment. 2. Transparency Noise Control: Go into transparency mode to hear when the pizza arrives, and your friend is right next to you. Always maintain ultimate control over your gaming audio. Arctis Nova Elite and Arctis Nova Pro Omni Exclusive Features: Dual Microphone Modes – Switch between the Boom Mic for crystal-clear game callouts or streaming, and the On-ear Mic for everyday chats and calls. Microphone EQ Presets – Instantly shape your voice with profiles like Balanced, Broadcast low pitch, or Crisp, tailored to fit your style.

About

Centaurus & Device Application

This utility app pairs with a smart device to let you control its functions. You can view and change settings, and even upload custom wallpapers to sync with your device.

Highlights
  • Connect to smart device
  • View and modify function parameters
  • Switch wallpapers
  • Upload custom wallpapers
  • Sync with device
Features
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Centaurus is the companion app for the smart device BT200. After connecting the device, you can view and modify the function parameters, switch or upload wallpapers to sync with the BT200 device.

Screenshots

SteelSeries Arctis Companion4 screens
Centaurus & Device Application2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SteelSeries Arctis Companion at 4.6 against Centaurus & Device Application's 3.5. SteelSeries Arctis Companion also leads on review sentiment (27% vs 0%) and ratings volume (5.9K vs 2). Centaurus & Device Application's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.5). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SteelSeries Arctis Companion holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SteelSeries Arctis Companion has 5.9K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 27% of SteelSeries Arctis Companion's written reviews are positive against 0% of Centaurus & Device Application's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SteelSeries Arctis Companion ships an update fortnightly, Centaurus & Device Application every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and July 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
SteelSeries Arctis Companion versus Centaurus & Device Application: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSteelSeries Arctis CompanionCentaurus & Device Application
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (5.9K ratings) — better3.5 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews26.6% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings5.9K — better2
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.512.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB46 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperGN Audio AS志强 古

Customer experience

SteelSeries Arctis Companion

All ratings5,949 ratings
Positive89.4%
Neutral2.9%
Negative7.7%
Written reviews413 reviews
Positive26.6%
Neutral13.1%
Negative60.3%

Centaurus & Device Application

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

SteelSeries Arctis Companion

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App not detecting headset
  • Headset muting when app is opened
  • Game presets not updated
  • Connectivity issues with Xbox

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for Arctis Nova 7
  • Add support for Arctis Nova Pro Wireless
  • Allow custom EQ creation
  • Enable firmware updates from the app
  • Add support for more headset models

Centaurus & Device Application

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

SteelSeries Arctis Companion

No in-app purchases

None

Centaurus & Device Application

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SteelSeries Arctis Companion free?
SteelSeries Arctis Companion is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Centaurus & Device Application free?
Centaurus & Device Application is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SteelSeries Arctis Companion or Centaurus & Device Application?
SteelSeries Arctis Companion is rated higher. SteelSeries Arctis Companion averages 4.6 out of 5 from 5.9K ratings, while Centaurus & Device Application averages 3.5 from 2 ratings.
Do SteelSeries Arctis Companion or Centaurus & Device Application have ads?
Neither SteelSeries Arctis Companion nor Centaurus & Device Application shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SteelSeries Arctis Companion or Centaurus & Device Application?
SteelSeries Arctis Companion ships an update fortnightly, and Centaurus & Device Application every 8 days. Most recently, SteelSeries Arctis Companion was updated on September 25, 2026 and Centaurus & Device Application on July 4, 2026.

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