CloudGear vs Chain Rush Z
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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/
Chain Rush Z
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One tap. Infinite chain reactions. Orbs bounce across the screen. Tap one to make it explode; and watch the chain reaction tear through everything nearby. The more orbs you catch in a single chain, the bigger your combo and the faster you level up. Think you can destroy them all with ONE tap? Chain Rush is the most satisfying chain reaction game you'll ever play. Tap a single orb and watch the explosion spread — popping, bursting, and blasting everything in its path. But here's the catch: you only get ONE shot. HOW TO PLAY: Hundreds of glowing orbs bounce across your screen. Tap one. If your explosion reaches other orbs, they blow up too — triggering a massive chain reaction. Hit the target number of orbs and you win the round. Miss it… and you're starting over. Simple to learn. Nearly impossible to master. FEATURES: 100+ levels that get progressively harder Unlock epic orb skins — Fire, Ice, Galaxy, Neon and more Global leader board — compete against players worldwide Daily challenges with bonus coin rewards 7-day streak system — the longer you play, the more you earn Insane particle explosion effects and screen shake Satisfying sound effects on every pop Combo multiplier — chain bigger = score bigger WHY YOU CAN'T DELETE IT: Every level feels different. Every tap could go either way. The moment you nail a 60-orb chain reaction from a single tap — you'll be hooked for life. Chain Rush is completely free to play. Earn coins, unlock skins, climb the leader board and prove you have the best aim on the planet. Download now and start the chain.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Chain Rush Z at none against CloudGear's 3. Chain Rush Z also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). CloudGear's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. CloudGear sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Chain Rush Z asks for nothing beyond the download.
CloudGear ships an update every 3 weeks, Chain Rush Z every 5 months. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.
| Parameter | CloudGear | Chain Rush Z |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (563 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 87.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 563 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 58 MB | 54 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Bitwise Solutions Limited | Melika Mirabadi |
In-app purchases
CloudGear
- Full Unlock - 1 Month$1.991 Month
- Full Unlock - 1 Year7 Days trial$14.991 Year
- Full Unlock - Lifetime$39.99
Chain Rush Z
No in-app purchases
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