Comparison

CloudGear vs MapWizard

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

Head to head
About

CloudGear

This app enhances cloud gaming by delivering high-resolution, high-frame-rate streaming with advanced codec support and low latency. It transforms your mobile device into a portable gaming rig, supporting external displays, controllers, and desktop-class input.

Highlights
  • Stream in 5K, 120 FPS, and HDR
  • Low-latency custom rendering engine
  • Connect to external displays and AR glasses
  • Desktop-class mouse and keyboard control
  • Controller vibration support
  • Universal controller compatibility
Features
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CloudGear is the browser designed for gamers - custom-engineered to deliver the speed, visuals, and control that other browsers can't. Stream from GeForce NOW, Xbox Cloud Gaming, Amazon Luna, Boosteroid, or any browser-based game with performance and immersion mobile gaming has never had. Plug into a TV, monitor, or AR glasses and your iPhone or iPad becomes a portable gaming rig. No console required. UNCOMPROMISED PERFORMANCE - High-Resolution Gaming: Stream at up to 5K video on supported platforms. - Smooth Frame Rates: Up to 120fps for fast, responsive gameplay - plus frame pacing that helps to eliminate stutter. - Advanced Codec Support: H.265 and AV1 for efficient streaming at maximum quality. - Low-Latency Streaming: A custom rendering engine built for speed. Frames display sooner and gameplay feels closer to native. YOUR GAME, ANY SCREEN - External Display & AR Glasses: Connect to a TV, monitor, or AR glasses like XREAL, Rokid, VITURE, or RayNeo via USB-C or HDMI. CloudGear outputs at native resolution with no black bars, turning your iOS device into a portable gaming rig you can plug in and play anywhere. - Apple TV Companion: Pair your iPhone or iPad with the CloudGear app for Apple TV and hand games off to the big screen. - HDR & 10-Bit Color: High dynamic range and rich color depth bring games to life the way developers intended. - Configurable Video Sizing: Zoom, stretch, or manually position the stream to fill every inch of your display. - Spatial Audio & Surround Sound: Support for 7.1 channel surround sound and spatial audio. DESKTOP-CLASS GAMING CONTROLS - True Mouse Pointer & Keyboard Lock: Get the precision you need with mouse pointer lock that makes your mobile experience feel like playing on desktop. - Steam Controller: First-class Valve Steam Controller support - use its trackpad as a mouse, with full control remapping for keyboard-and-mouse only games. - Controller Vibration: Full rumble for any connected controller. For controllers without motors, vibration routes through your iPhone's Taptic Engine. - Virtual Mouse: No mouse or controller? Control a virtual pointer using touch gestures alone. - Universal Compatibility: Works with any iOS-supported Bluetooth or USB-C controller, plus external keyboards and mice. QUICK LAUNCH & WIDGETS - Quick Launch Bookmarks: Bookmark individual games and launch them with a single tap - no menus, no browsing. - Home Screen Widget: Add any game to your iOS Home Screen as a widget for instant access. - iCloud Sync: All bookmarks sync automatically across your devices via iCloud. CloudGear works with major cloud gaming services and enables the best experience for each: - GeForce Now: Up to 5K @ 120fps, H.265 & AV1 codec, HDR, 10-bit color, 7.1 surround sound - Boosteroid: Up to 4K @ 120fps, AV1 codec, HDR, custom resolution selection - Xbox Cloud Gaming: Up to 1440p video, built-in Better xCloud script manager for higher bitrate, improved input, and more - Amazon Luna: Up to 1080p @ 60fps, max resolution and bitrate unlocked even on iPhone - OnePlay: Up to 4K @ 120fps - HTML5 Gaming Sites: Full controller support, mouse pointer lock, and keyboard lock for browser-based games Actual streaming quality depends on each service's capabilities and your account tier. CloudGear enables the maximum quality available. Please note: CloudGear is a premium utility. A subscription or one-off lifetime purchase is required to access the browser and all features. A 7-day free trial is available for new subscribers. Disclaimer: CloudGear is an independent application and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by GeForce Now, Boosteroid, Amazon Luna, OnePlay or Xbox. It is simply compatible with these third-party services in its capacity as a general web browser. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.cloudgear.app/privacy/

About

MapWizard

Navigate and track collectibles in Grand Theft Auto V with this interactive companion app. Features detailed maps, progress tracking, smart search, and integrated video guides. Offers offline functionality and live content updates for a seamless gaming experience.

Highlights
  • Interactive GTA V maps
  • Collectible tracking
  • Progress system
  • Smart search functionality
  • YouTube video integration
  • Offline functionality
  • Live content updates
Features
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MapWizard: GTAV Map & Tracker is a powerful interactive companion app for Grand Theft Auto V, designed to help you explore the world, track collectibles, and complete everything with ease. Navigate detailed GTA V maps with precise pins for collectibles, locations, and points of interest. Tap any pin to see full details, descriptions, and helpful YouTube guides when available. Interactive Map - Smooth zoom and pan controls - Clear, color-coded pins - Focus instantly on any location Tracker & Progress System - Mark items as Found / Not Found - Track progress by element, section, and map - Visual progress bars and percentage - Overall completion progress at a glance Smart Search - Search locations instantly by name - Automatically hides unrelated pins while searching Clean Legend System - Show or hide entire categories - Toggle elements individually or all at once - Instantly update the map view YouTube Integration - Watch related guide videos directly - Automatic video thumbnails for quick reference Cheats Reference - Full list of GTA V cheats in one place - Separate PC and Console cheat codes Notes & Personal Markers - Add your own notes to the app - Save reminders for missions or collectibles - Keep personal strategies and progress tips - Notes are saved automatically on your device Live Content Updates - New locations, collectibles, and videos can be added remotely — no app update required. Your map stays fresh even after release. Built for Players - Fast and lightweight - Works offline after first load - Saves progress automatically Whether you're aiming for 100% completion or just exploring Los Santos, MapWizard gives you full control over your GTA V experience.

Screenshots

CloudGear4 screens
MapWizard4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: CloudGear at 88% against MapWizard's 0%. CloudGear also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.8 vs 4.4). MapWizard's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). On price and device support 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. CloudGear sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. MapWizard asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CloudGear holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CloudGear has 472 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of CloudGear's written reviews are positive against 0% of MapWizard's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CloudGear ships an update every 3 weeks, MapWizard every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
CloudGear versus MapWizard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCloudGearMapWizard
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (472 ratings) — better4.4 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews87.5% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings472 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TViPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB175 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperBitwise Solutions LimitedGOVAND QADER

Customer experience

CloudGear

All ratings472 ratings
Positive96.2%
Neutral1.1%
Negative2.8%
Written reviews72 reviews
Positive87.5%
Neutral5.6%
Negative6.9%

MapWizard

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

CloudGear

Subscriptions2
  • Full Unlock - 1 Month$1.991 Month
  • Full Unlock - 1 Year7 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Full Unlock - Lifetime$39.99
None

MapWizard

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CloudGear free?
CloudGear is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MapWizard free?
MapWizard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, CloudGear or MapWizard?
CloudGear is rated higher. CloudGear averages 4.8 out of 5 from 472 ratings, while MapWizard averages 4.4 from 5 ratings.
Do CloudGear or MapWizard have ads?
MapWizard shows ads; CloudGear does not.
Which is updated more often, CloudGear or MapWizard?
CloudGear ships an update every 3 weeks, and MapWizard every 5 days. Most recently, CloudGear was updated on September 30, 2026 and MapWizard on September 20, 2026.

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