Comparison

ePSX vs Game Controller for Smart TV

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

Head to head
About

ePSX

Transform your iPhone into a virtual gamepad and manage your gaming tasks. Connect Bluetooth controllers, track progress, and refine your strategies to enhance your overall gaming performance.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth gamepad connection
  • Virtual gamepad functionality
  • Game task management
  • Strategy tracking
  • Progress monitoring
Features
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ePSX-enhanced gamepad connect is a versatile app that allows users to seamlessly scan and connect Bluetooth gamepads, turning your iPhone into a virtual gamepad. It also serves as a game task and note manager, designed to help improve your gaming skills by keeping track of game tasks, strategies, and progress. Whether you're playing solo or with friends, this app enhances your gaming experience and brings a new level of functionality to your device. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of the purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the rate of the selected plan. Subscriptions and auto-renewal may be managed by going to Account Settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://telegra.ph/Privacy-Policy-01-23-53 Term Of Use: https://telegra.ph/Terms-of-Use-01-23-4

About

Game Controller for Smart TV

Features
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a convenient controller for compatible streaming devices and smart TVs. Game Controller combines everyday remote functions, touchpad navigation, quick channel access, and a dedicated game mode in one easy-to-use app. Connect to a device on the same Wi-Fi network and start controlling your TV from your phone. KEY FEATURES • Complete Remote Control Navigate with directional buttons, confirm selections, return to the previous screen, go Home, control playback, adjust volume, and mute audio on supported devices. • Responsive Touchpad Swipe in any direction to move through menus and tap to select. Haptic feedback makes every gesture feel clear and responsive. • Dedicated Game Mode Use a virtual joystick for smooth multidirectional movement, including diagonal control in supported games. A separate action button provides quick access to in-game commands. You can also switch to a traditional button layout when playing games that work better with standard remote input. • Channel Launcher Browse the channels installed on your connected device and open them directly from your phone. • Channel Favorites Save frequently used channels for faster access without searching through the full list every time. • Automatic Device Discovery Quickly find compatible devices connected to your local Wi-Fi network. You can also refresh the device list whenever your network changes. • Multiple Control Styles Choose between physical-style buttons, touchpad gestures, and game controls to match what you are watching or playing. Game Controller is designed for comfortable one-handed navigation, casual TV control, and more responsive gameplay. Whether you are browsing channels, watching entertainment, or playing a game, the controls you need stay close at hand. REQUIREMENTS • Your iPhone or iPad and the TV or streaming device must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. • Local Network access is required to discover and communicate with nearby devices. • Some buttons and features may vary depending on the connected device or TV model. Game Controller is an independent application and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Roku, Inc. Roku is a trademark of Roku, Inc. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://chandlerbin-1213.github.io/rokugame.github.io/RokuPliotWeb/static/PrivacyPolicy/index.html

Screenshots

ePSX3 screens
Game Controller for Smart TV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Game Controller for Smart TV at none against ePSX's 3. ePSX's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (daily vs weekly). On price, 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

Both are free to download. ePSX sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Game Controller for Smart TV asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ePSX ships an update daily, Game Controller for Smart TV weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ePSX versus Game Controller for Smart TV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterePSXGame Controller for Smart TV
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (14 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings14 — better—
Update frequencyDaily — betterWeekly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTa Ngo庆源 郭

In-app purchases

3 purchases

ePSX

Subscriptions2
  • Access All Weekly$3.997 Days
  • Access All Monthly$9.991 Month
One-time1
  • Access All Lifetime$39.99
None

Game Controller for Smart TV

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ePSX free?
ePSX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Game Controller for Smart TV free?
Game Controller for Smart TV is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ePSX or Game Controller for Smart TV have ads?
Game Controller for Smart TV shows ads; ePSX does not.
Which is updated more often, ePSX or Game Controller for Smart TV?
ePSX ships an update daily, and Game Controller for Smart TV weekly. Most recently, ePSX was updated on October 24, 2026 and Game Controller for Smart TV on October 25, 2026.

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