Comparison

Console Remote vs PS Remoter

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 streaming companion. Experience console-quality gameplay with ultra-low latency, 3K HDR streaming, and full DualSense controller support, anytime and anywhere.

Highlights
  • Ultra-low latency streaming
  • 3K HDR video streaming
  • Frame generation technology
  • Full DualSense controller support
  • Optimized rendering engine
  • Advanced upscaling and sampling
  • 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

PS Remoter

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Bring video and audio from your own PS4 or PS5 to iPhone and iPad. Keep playing with on-screen controls or a compatible controller. Start on your local network • Basic is free, with local streaming at up to 720p / 30 FPS. • Follow the setup guide to add your console, obtain your PSN Account ID and pair. • Use game audio and your microphone. The microphone is used only after you enable it and grant permission. Make the controls yours • On-screen buttons, sticks and a two-finger touchpad let you play directly on your device. • Play with controllers supported by iOS or a keyboard. • The stream toolbar stays hidden until you tap the small dot at the left edge. Optional Pro: one-time purchase • Connect over the internet through PlayStation Network without sharing the console's local network. • Up to 1080p / 60 FPS source video, with HEVC, PS5 HDR, upscaling and sharpening where supported. • Controller rumble, motion input and adaptive triggers on supported devices and games. • Use iPhone or iPad motion sensors, or automatically fall back when controller motion is unavailable; switch sources and recenter the device while streaming. • Up to four local players and PSN game library features after separate authorization. • Custom on-screen control positions, sizes and opacity with separate portrait and landscape layouts, plus controller and keyboard mappings and stick and trigger deadzones. • Automatic reconnection, keeping the stream briefly when you leave the app, and advanced display, connection preset, spatial audio and microphone settings. Pro covers iPhone and iPad. Restore it using the Apple account used for purchase. Mac Pro is sold separately. Pricing is shown on Apple's in-app purchase sheet. Before you start Requires iOS / iPadOS 17 or later and your own PS4 or PS5 with Remote Play enabled. Initial pairing needs the console address, the user's PSN Account ID and the pairing code displayed on the console. Start on the same local network; if discovery is unavailable, enter the console's IP address manually. Internet play requires Pro, PSN sign-in and a suitable network. Cellular streaming uses mobile data. Quality, latency and accessory features depend on your network, console, game and device. The app does not provide 4K or native 120 FPS source video. Controller feedback may differ from official connection methods. Pairing keys and sign-in tokens are stored in Keychain. Optional console sync is off by default. When enabled, it shares console details and pairing keys through iCloud Keychain; sign-in tokens stay on the device. If something goes wrong, open Settings > Help & Diagnostics to view and choose whether to share diagnostics. Available in English and Simplified Chinese. No console, games or game subscriptions are included. PS Remoter is independently developed and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Sony or PlayStation. PlayStation, PS4 and PS5 are trademarks of Sony Interactive Entertainment.

Screenshots

Console Remote4 screens
PS Remoter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: PS Remoter at Free against Console Remote's $7.99. Console Remote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and chart position (#149 vs unranked). On update cadence, 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

PS Remoter is free to download; Console Remote costs $7.99 up front. PS Remoter sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Console Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Console Remote ships an update every 4 days, PS Remoter every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Console Remote versus PS Remoter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterConsole RemotePS Remoter
Price$7.99Free — better
Rating4.1 (13 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews64.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings13 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 daysEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank#149 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer莼乾 沈久阳 谢

In-app purchases

None

Console Remote

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

PS Remoter

One-time2
  • PS Remoter Pro$4.99
  • PS Remoter Pro (iOS)$4.99

Questions

Is Console Remote free?
Console Remote costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is PS Remoter free?
PS Remoter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Console Remote or PS Remoter have ads?
Neither Console Remote nor PS Remoter shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Console Remote or PS Remoter?
Console Remote ships an update every 4 days, and PS Remoter every 3 days. Most recently, Console Remote was updated on November 8, 2026 and PS Remoter on November 10, 2026.

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