Comparison

Remote Control For Xbox vs XboxPad

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

Head to head
About

Remote Control For Xbox

Control your home console directly from your phone. Navigate menus and manage media playback effortlessly over Wi-Fi. Ideal as a backup or for convenient everyday use.

Highlights
  • Intuitive remote layout
  • Fast Wi-Fi connection
  • Menu navigation
  • Media playback control
  • No sign-in required
Features
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Need to control your home console but can’t find your controller? This app offers a quick, convenient way to navigate menus and control media playback right from your phone. Designed for ease of use, it connects to your console over Wi-Fi—no sign-in or setup required. Perfect as a backup remote for casual use or for those moments when your main controller isn’t handy. Features: Simple and intuitive remote layout Fast connection over Wi-Fi Supports menu navigation and media controls Works with popular modern game consoles No extra hardware or sign-in needed Disclaimer: This app is developed independently and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any console manufacturer. References to compatibility are for the user’s information only and follow third-party brand guidelines. Pro Subscription Unlock the full app experience with a Pro subscription. Includes a free trial for new subscribers. Subscription automatically renews unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple ID account settings at any time. Unused portions of a free trial period are forfeited upon purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://imyapps.com/terms_conditions Privacy Policy: https://imyapps.com/privacy_policy

About

XboxPad

Features
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Turn your smartphone into a fully-functional, ultra-low-latency wireless gaming controller for Windows PC! Whether you want to play the latest AAA titles on Steam, dive into classic retro games on Windows Emulators, or simply need a backup gamepad, [App Name] has you covered. By supporting both XInput and DInput protocols, it perfectly emulates an official Xbox Controller, giving you the ultimate gaming experience without buying extra hardware. Key Features: Full Xbox Emulation: Fully compatible with any PC game that supports Xbox controllers, including Windows Store and Steam games. XInput & DInput Support: Seamlessly switch between modern XInput and classic DirectInput protocols to support both modern titles and retro emulators. mDNS Auto-Discovery: No manual IP typing required. Fire up the server on your PC, open the app, and connect instantly over your local Wi-Fi. Fully Customizable Layout: Don’t like the default setup? Resize, reposition, and rebind every button, D-pad, and analog stick to fit your hands perfectly. Lag-Free Performance: Optimized network protocols ensure snappy response times and competitive, low-latency gaming. Perfect For: PC Gamers: Use it as a player-2 controller for couch co-op. Emulator Enthusiasts: Perfect for RetroArch, PCSX2, RPCS3, Dolphin, and other Windows emulation software. Gamers on the Go: Play your PC games anywhere in the house.

Screenshots

Remote Control For Xbox4 screens
XboxPad4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Remote Control For Xbox at Free against XboxPad's $4.99. XboxPad's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On 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

Remote Control For Xbox is free to download; XboxPad costs $4.99 up front. Remote Control For Xbox sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. XboxPad asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote Control For Xbox ships an update fortnightly, XboxPad weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Remote Control For Xbox versus XboxPad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote Control For XboxXboxPad
PriceFree — better$4.99
Rating4.1 (326 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews25.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings326 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMatan Yamin荷芬 赵

Bugs and requests

Remote Control For Xbox

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Doesn't work at all
  • Freezes up sometimes

Requested features

2 requests
  • Add Xbox home button
  • Improve stability and reliability

XboxPad

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Remote Control For Xbox

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Pro Yearly$49.991 Year
None

XboxPad

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Remote Control For Xbox free?
Remote Control For Xbox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is XboxPad free?
XboxPad costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Remote Control For Xbox or XboxPad have ads?
Remote Control For Xbox shows ads; XboxPad does not.
Which is updated more often, Remote Control For Xbox or XboxPad?
Remote Control For Xbox ships an update fortnightly, and XboxPad weekly. Most recently, Remote Control For Xbox was updated on October 11, 2026 and XboxPad on October 7, 2026.

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