XBX Controller vs Phone Controller
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
XBX Controller
Control your gaming device remotely using any Bluetooth gamepad or the app's virtual gamepad. Enjoy immersive, low-latency game streaming with customizable controls and full-screen support, whether at home or on the go.
- Remote play with Bluetooth gamepad support
- Virtual gamepad option
- Low-latency game streaming
- Customizable button mapping
- Full-screen support
- Seamless Bluetooth controller connection
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XBX Controller - Remote Play enables seamless remote control of your gaming device using any Bluetooth gamepad, providing a fully immersive gaming experience. Whether you’re at home or on the go, you can now enjoy playing your favorite games remotely with the convenience of a virtual gamepad within the app. The app is designed to support Bluetooth gamepad connections and allows you to customize your virtual gamepad layout for optimal control. Experience smooth, low-latency game streaming with no limits, whether you're using a third-party Bluetooth controller or your device’s on-screen virtual gamepad. Key Features • Remote play with Bluetooth gamepad support • Seamless connection to Bluetooth controllers • Low-latency streaming for a smooth gaming experience • Virtual gamepad supported • Full-screen support (no black bars) • Button mapping support for enhanced control • Optimized for high-performance streaming • Play with both Bluetooth controllers and virtual gamepads • No need for a physical gamepad when you can use the virtual gamepad layout Why Choose XBX Controller - Remote Play? • XBX Controller - Remote Play offers a versatile solution for anyone looking to connect a Bluetooth gamepad to their device for gaming. The app ensures that you can easily connect and control your game with any compatible Bluetooth controller. The virtual gamepad option provides a backup for users who may not have access to a physical controller, ensuring everyone can still enjoy the game. Whether you want to play on the go or at home, you have complete control at your fingertips. • XBX Controller - Remote Play supports a wide range of Bluetooth gamepads, providing a great alternative to traditional controllers for remote play. Whether using a controller or the virtual on-screen layout, you can enjoy smooth, zero-latency gaming from virtually anywhere. Subscription Information • Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account upon confirmation of purchase. • Your subscription will automatically renew unless you disable auto-renewal at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period, and the cost of renewal will be provided. • You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase. • If a free trial is offered, any unused portion will be forfeited once you purchase a subscription. • Cancellation of the current subscription is not allowed during the active subscription period. Support and Feedback • For more information and to provide feedback, visit: https://sites.google.com/view/ttt-home-appstore • Term Of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/ttt-home-appstore/term-of-use • Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/ttt-home-appstore/privacy-policy Attention • Ensure your gamepad is properly connected via Bluetooth to enjoy the best experience. Disclaimer • XBX Controller - Remote Play is an independent application and is not affiliated with any gaming console brands.
Phone Controller
Transform your iPhone into a wireless gamepad for your Windows PC. Customize button layouts, add motion and touch feedback, and connect multiple devices over your local Wi-Fi network. Requires a companion app and driver installation on your PC.
- Wireless gamepad for Windows PC
- Customizable button layouts
- Motion and touch feedback
- Connect multiple devices
- Local network connection
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Turn your iPhone into a wireless gamepad for a Windows PC on the same Wi-Fi network. Phone Controller requires the Phone Controller Windows companion and the ViGEmBus virtual controller driver on your PC. Install them before playing. This app does not connect directly to a game console and does not include games. CUSTOMIZE YOUR CONTROLS Use a full two-stick controller or left- or right-hand single-stick layouts. Move and resize buttons, with separate saved layouts for portrait, landscape and upright or sideways holding. Use independent touches for sticks and buttons. ADD MOTION AND TOUCH FEEDBACK Enable optional gyroscope and accelerometer controls for compatible PC software through the companion's DSU motion bridge. Adjust sensitivity and calibrate while still. Optional iPhone haptics provide feedback for button presses and stick movement. Motion support depends on the game or emulator and its configuration. CONNECT ON YOUR LOCAL NETWORK Scan the QR code in the Windows companion using the in-app scanner, or paste the pairing URL. Keep the companion open while playing. Up to four phones can connect as independent controllers. One phone supplies one motion source. No app account, ads or analytics. Use a trusted private network: local controller traffic is unencrypted. See the privacy policy for the data sent to your computer. Compatibility: iPhone with iOS 17 or later; Windows PC with the companion and ViGEmBus installed; both devices on the same local network. Games must support compatible controller input. Motion requires a compatible DSU client. Standalone left/right layouts require manual game or emulator bindings. Haptic feedback depends on device hardware. Phone Controller is an independent app and is not affiliated with Nintendo or Microsoft. Joy-Con and Xbox names describe control compatibility. The app does not provide IR, NFC, Nintendo HD rumble or absolute positional tracking.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Phone Controller at 100% against XBX Controller's 19%. Phone Controller also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.1) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). XBX Controller's advantage is ratings volume (650 vs 1). On price, 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
Both are free to download. XBX Controller sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Phone Controller asks for nothing beyond the download.
Phone Controller holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: XBX Controller has 650 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 19% of XBX Controller's written reviews are positive against 100% of Phone Controller's.
| Parameter | XBX Controller | Phone Controller |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (650 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 18.5% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 650 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Daily | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Subscription | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 61 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tri Tran Thi | Jake Jin |
Customer experience
XBX Controller
Phone Controller
In-app purchases
XBX Controller
- Gamepad Premium Monthly$5.991 Month
- Gamepad Premium Yearly$9.991 Year
- Gamepad Premium Lifetime$14.99
Phone Controller
No in-app purchases
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