# SensePad vs Controller Tester FGC

The clearest difference is rating: Controller Tester FGC at 5.0 against SensePad's 4.1. Controller Tester FGC also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4). SensePad's advantage is ratings volume (54 vs 2) and iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SensePad sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Controller Tester FGC asks for nothing beyond the download.

Controller Tester FGC holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SensePad has 54 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

SensePad ships an update every 6 days, Controller Tester FGC every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SensePad | Controller Tester FGC |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (54 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sensepad-gamepad-tester/id6748362041/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/controller-tester-fgc/id6769940586/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **54** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 30.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Size | 36 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.6** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Oleksandr Nikolaiev](https://appshunter.io/developer/1816533272) | [Aaron Lowe](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896702779) |

## What reviewers say

### SensePad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sensepad-gamepad-tester/id6748362041)

Quickly test PS5, PS4, and Xbox controllers for issues like stick drift and dead zones. Visualize all inputs in real-time, including buttons, sticks, triggers, vibration, and motion sensors. Confirm functionality after repairs or replacements.

**Highlights:** Real-time input visualization, Stick drift and dead zone detection, Adaptive and impulse trigger testing, Vibration and haptic feedback diagnostics, Gyro and accelerometer motion testing, Support for Xbox, PS5, PS4, and MFi controllers

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SensePad – Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| SensePad – Yearly Subscription | $14.99 | per year |
| SensePad Lifetime | $14.99 | one-time |
| SensePad Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |


### Controller Tester FGC

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/controller-tester-fgc/id6769940586)

This app allows gamers to test their controller inputs and reaction times in real-time. It displays button presses, analog stick positions, and trigger values, with a built-in reaction test for benchmarking performance. It supports a wide range of controllers and devices, offering precise measurements for fighting game enthusiasts.

**Highlights:** Real-time input monitoring, Drift detection, Raw input data display, Reaction time testing (ms & frames), ProMotion display support (up to 120 Hz), Accurate button labeling, Keyboard and mouse support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SensePad free?

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

### Is Controller Tester FGC free?

Controller Tester FGC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SensePad or Controller Tester FGC?

Controller Tester FGC is rated higher. SensePad averages 4.1 out of 5 from 54 ratings, while Controller Tester FGC averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do SensePad or Controller Tester FGC have ads?

Neither SensePad nor Controller Tester FGC shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SensePad or Controller Tester FGC?

SensePad ships an update every 6 days, and Controller Tester FGC every 5 days. Most recently, SensePad was updated on November 5, 2026 and Controller Tester FGC on October 31, 2026.

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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.*