# Dolphin Emulator vs Asobi

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Asobi at 64% against Dolphin Emulator's 19%. Asobi also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.0) and device support (5 vs 3). Dolphin Emulator's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.5). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Dolphin Emulator sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month and Asobi sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Asobi holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 196 and 185 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 19% of Dolphin Emulator's written reviews are positive against 64% of Asobi's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dolphin Emulator | Asobi |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (196 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dolphin-emulator-basic/id6742373017/reviews) | **[4.7 (185 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/asobi-remote-play/id6754204833/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **196** | 185 |
| Positive reviews | 18.9% of reviews | **63.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 10 MB | 99 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18.5 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Irene Klein](https://appshunter.io/developer/1792015970) | [Inside Internet](https://appshunter.io/developer/1220887394) |

## What reviewers say

### Dolphin Emulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dolphin-emulator-basic/id6742373017)

Relive classic gaming with this emulator. Easily import ROMs, play in portrait or landscape, and save progress. Customize your sound and enjoy a seamless retro gaming experience.

**Highlights:** Import game ROMs, Portrait and landscape modes, Save and restore progress, Adjust sound effects, Ad-free premium option

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium Subscription | $2.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great app
- 💡 Potential for Wii and GameCube support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Compatibility issues with NES files
- 🐛 Confusing app name and description
- 🐛 Lack of Wii and GameCube support

**Reported bugs**

- NES games not loading properly
- Redirecting to premium version when trying to open NES files

**Requested features**

- Add support for GameCube and Wii games
- Add support for Sega Genesis
- Add support for PlayStation games


### Asobi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/asobi-remote-play/id6754204833)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a high-quality client for remote play on your PlayStation 4 or 5. Stream games with support for real controllers, virtual buttons, and smart streaming features. Unlock enhanced visuals, performance, and controller feedback with an optional in-app purchase.

**Highlights:** Remote play for PS4/PS5, Real controller support, Virtual on-screen buttons, Account cloud sync, 1080p streaming, HDR video support (paid), Haptic feedback (paid)

**Features:** Game Controller support, Family Sharing, SharePlay

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| iOS Premium | $4.99 | one-time |
| macOS Premium | $9.99 | one-time |
| tvOS Premium | $9.99 | one-time |
| Standard Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| visionOS Premium | $24.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Bundle | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dolphin Emulator free?

Dolphin Emulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Asobi free?

Asobi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Dolphin Emulator or Asobi?

Asobi is rated higher. Dolphin Emulator averages 2.0 out of 5 from 196 ratings, while Asobi averages 4.7 from 185 ratings.

### Do Dolphin Emulator or Asobi have ads?

Neither Dolphin Emulator nor Asobi shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*