Comparison

Console Remote vs RemoteLight

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

Head to head
About

Console Remote

Transform your iPad or iPhone into a powerful PS5 remote play device. Experience console-quality gaming with ultra-low latency, 3K HDR streaming, and full DualSense controller support. Play your favorite games anywhere, anytime.

Highlights
  • Ultra-low latency streaming
  • 3K HDR video output
  • Full DualSense controller support
  • Optimized rendering engine
  • Advanced upscaling and sampling
  • Professional color space options
  • AirPods optimized audio
Features
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Turn Your iPad and iPhone into the Ultimate PS5 Streaming Companion! Console Remote is a powerful remote play tool built specifically for iPad and iPhone, designed to deliver a premium PlayStation 5 streaming experience. With ultra-low latency, 3K resolution, and full DualSense controller support, it transforms your iPad and iPhone into a true PS5 companion-anytime, anywhere. Whether you are on the couch, in bed, or on the go, enjoy console-quality gameplay directly on your iPad and iPhone. Key Features Ultra-low Latency Mode New synchronization engine, experience near-zero delay. Perfect sync with iPad and iPhone refresh rate for smooth, responsive gameplay. 3K HDR Video Streaming Enjoy enhanced visuals with up to 3K resolution HDR, powered by advanced super-resolution and image upsampling technologies. Frame Generation Technology Supports interpolation from 30 FPS to 60 FPS and from 60 FPS to 120 FPS. With intelligent motion frame interpolation and frame timing optimization, it delivers smoother gameplay while maintaining stable and natural visual quality. Full DualSense Controller Support Connect via native Bluetooth with full support for adaptive triggers, haptic feedback, touchpad, and gyroscope. Optimized Rendering Engine Built on Apple Metal and Audio Unit for high-performance video and audio rendering with reduced power consumption. Advanced Upscaling & Sampling Choose from low, medium, or high sampling modes to boost image clarity without sacrificing performance. Professional Color Space Support Switch between sRGB, Display P3, and Adobe RGB for accurate color tuning based on your screen. AirPods Optimized Audio Enjoy stable, low-latency wireless audio with seamless AirPods integration. MetalHUD Performance Monitor Full implementation of Apple MetalHUD, providing real-time monitoring of FPS, GPU, and memory usage. Requirements Virtual Touchpad and Virtual Controller Supports either a standalone virtual touchpad or a full virtual controller. Open [Virtual Control] > Check [Virtual Touchpad] or [Virtual Controller]. Remote Streaming Configure port forwarding on your router for ports 9295, 9296, 9297 and 9302 (UDP/TCP), or directly enable DMZ. Enable UPnP on your router. Open [Connect Device] > [PS5-Local] > [Edit] > [Connect Channel] > Select [Remote Connect]. Network Environment To avoid lag or pixelation, please follow the recommendations below Connect using a Wi-Fi 6 5GHz network Set your router channel to 149 (or 44 for EU/JP users) For improved stability, disable Location Services in your iPad and iPhone system settings Devices PlayStation 5 console DualSense wireless controller (third-party controllers are not officially supported) Systems iPad and iPhone running iOS 17.0 or higher, can work perfectly. Terms of Service https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Disclaimer PS5, PS4, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, DualShock, DualSense and PSN are trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Console Remote is in no way endorsed by or affiliated with Sony Computer Entertainment lnc, or any associated subsidiaries, logos or trademarks.

About

RemoteLight

Stream your PS5 or PS4 games to your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Enjoy flexible streaming settings, controller support, and in-game menus for a seamless gaming experience anywhere.

Highlights
  • Local and remote play
  • Flexible streaming settings
  • H.264, H.265, and H.265 HDR support
  • Metal rendering and MetalFX upscaling
  • Controller and virtual controls
  • Haptics and adaptive triggers
  • In-game menu and performance overlay
Features
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RemoteLight is a third-party remote play app for iPhone, iPad, and Apple silicon Mac, designed to help you connect to PS5 and PS4 with more flexibility and continue your games at home or away from your console. Whether you are in the living room, in bed, or on the go, RemoteLight gives you more control over streaming quality, input methods, and runtime tools, so your console experience can move with you. Features Local and Remote Play Connect to your console on the local network, or use remote connection options for supported setups so you can keep playing in more places. Flexible Streaming Settings Choose resolution, frame rate, bitrate, codec, and rendering method to better match your network conditions and device performance. H.264, H.265, and H.265 HDR Supports multiple codec options, including HDR streaming on compatible devices for richer highlights and color detail. Metal Rendering and MetalFX Upscaling Offers both system rendering and Metal rendering. On supported devices, MetalFX upscaling and sharpness options can further improve image detail. Controller and Virtual Controls Works with DualSense, DualShock 4, and compatible controllers. Virtual controller and virtual touchpad support are also available for more flexible play styles. Haptics and Adaptive Triggers On supported controllers, the app supports vibration, haptic feedback, and adaptive trigger features for a more complete gameplay experience. Motion, Touchpad, and Microphone Supports device motion input, controller motion input, touchpad actions, and in-stream microphone features where available. In-Game Menu and Performance Overlay Open the in-game menu at any time to adjust virtual controls, touchpad, performance overlays, display position, and other stream options. You can also monitor latency, bitrate, frame rate, and more. Host and Account Management Manage hosts, local accounts, PSN-related configuration, and backup import/export for easier migration across devices. Before You Start 1. Enable Remote Play on your PS5 or PS4 2. Make sure your console and device are on a working network 3. Add your console and complete pairing in the app 4. For remote connection, complete the required account and connection setup first Recommended Environment - Stable 5GHz Wi-Fi or better - Wired connection for the console when possible - A compatible external controller for the best gameplay experience - HDR, Metal rendering, and upscaling availability may vary by device capability Supported Platforms - iPhone - iPad - Apple silicon Mac Disclaimer This is a third-party remote play app. “PlayStation”, “PS5”, “PS4”, “DualSense”, “DualShock”, and related names and marks are trademarks of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. or its affiliates. RemoteLight is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially associated with Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.

Screenshots

Console Remote4 screens
RemoteLight4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: RemoteLight at 80% against Console Remote's 65%. RemoteLight also leads on price ($4.99 vs $7.99) and chart position (#130 vs unranked). Console Remote's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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

Console Remote costs $7.99 and RemoteLight $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Console Remote ships an update every 3 days, RemoteLight weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Console Remote versus RemoteLight: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterConsole RemoteRemoteLight
Price$7.99$4.99 — better
Rating4.3 (12 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews64.6% of reviews80.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings12 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank—#130 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB60 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer莼乾 沈健 耿

Customer experience

Console Remote

All ratings12 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews79 reviews
Positive64.6%
Neutral3.8%
Negative31.6%

RemoteLight

Written reviews5 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%

In-app purchases

None

Console Remote

No in-app purchases

None

RemoteLight

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Console Remote free?
Console Remote costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is RemoteLight free?
RemoteLight costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Console Remote or RemoteLight have ads?
Neither Console Remote nor RemoteLight shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Console Remote or RemoteLight?
Console Remote ships an update every 3 days, and RemoteLight weekly. Most recently, Console Remote was updated on October 14, 2026 and RemoteLight on October 12, 2026.

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