NesFun vs Pro Nes Emulator
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NesFun
Experience classic NES games on your iPhone with this minimalist emulator. It offers a simple, ad-free interface for smooth and fast gameplay, bringing back the nostalgia of 90s gaming.
- Simple and easy-to-use interface
- Free to download and play
- No advertisements
- Optimized for smooth and fast iOS performance
- Relive classic NES games
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NesFun: Relive the Magic of the Classics Remember the thrill of playing on your old NES? Now you can relive those moments on your iPhone! NesFun is a minimalist and easy-to-use emulator that takes you back to the golden age of gaming. Enjoy your favorite NES games anywhere, anytime. Features: Simple interface: No complications, just play. Free and no ads: Fun without interruptions. Optimized for iOS: Smooth and fast. Feeling nostalgic? Download now and play like it's the 90s again! Available for free on the App Store. #NesFun #NESEmulator #RetroGaming #Nostalgia
Pro Nes Emulator
Play classic NES and SNES games on your iPhone and iPad. Import your legally owned ROMs, organize your library, and customize on-screen controls for a smooth retro gaming experience. Save your progress and enjoy offline play.
- NES and SNES ROM support
- Import from Files and iCloud
- Customizable on-screen controls
- Save states and auto-save
- Offline gameplay
- Local Wi-Fi netplay
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Pro NES Emulator is a modern multi-system retro game emulator for iPhone and iPad. Import the classic game files you legally own, keep them in one tidy library, and play them with a fast native interface built for touch. 17 SYSTEMS IN ONE APP Nintendo family: NES, SNES, Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, Virtual Boy Sega family: Genesis / Mega Drive, Master System, Game Gear, SG-1000, Sega 32X Sony: PlayStation Also supported: PC Engine / TurboGrafx-16, Atari 2600, Atari Lynx, Neo Geo Pocket, WonderSwan SUPPORTED FILE TYPES .nes .fds .unf .unif - .smc .sfc .fig .swc - .gb .dmg .gbc .gba - .sms .gg - .md .gen .smd .mdx .68k .bin - .sg .32x - .pce .sgx - .a26 - .ngp .ngc .ngpc .npc - .ws .wsc .pc2 - .vb .vboy - .lnx .lyx - .pbp .chd .iso .exe KEY FEATURES - Import from Files, iCloud Drive, and any compatible document provider - The system is detected automatically from the file you import, so there is nothing to configure - One library for every machine, with per-system filters, search, favorites, and a Recent shelf - Cover art and game details are fetched automatically for the titles in your library - Save states: save and resume anywhere, independent of the game's own save system - Auto-save and quick resume so you can pick up exactly where you stopped - Cheat codes with the entry formats each machine is known for, including Game Genie, Pro Action Replay, and GameShark style codes, plus raw address and value entry - On-screen controls that match the real hardware: D-pad with A/B, the A/B/X/Y diamond with L/R, and shoulder triggers plus analog sticks for PlayStation - Editable gamepad layout so you can move, resize, and tune the controls to your hands - Local Wi-Fi netplay for two-player sessions on the consoles that had a second controller port - Play on the big screen over AirPlay or a connected external display, with the controls staying on your device - Video options for pixel-perfect, smooth, and retro-style presentation - Per-system emulation options: NES palette, SNES filter, Game Boy colorization, Sega region and overscan, Game Gear extended screen, Genesis FM audio, PC Engine palette, Virtual Boy anaglyph colors, and more - Audio, speed, and PlayStation specific settings such as frameskip, dithering, and pad type - Optional PlayStation firmware support if you choose to supply your own, with an accurate high-level fallback so PlayStation games run without it - Works fully offline once your files are imported BUILT FOR IPHONE AND IPAD Pro NES Emulator uses a native iOS interface with adaptive layouts, touch-friendly controls, and settings you can change in a couple of taps while a game is running. Whether you play in five minute bursts or long evening sessions, your library, your controls, and your save tools are always within reach. IMPORTANT Pro NES Emulator does not include, sell, host, download, or distribute game files, firmware, copyrighted games, or game libraries. The app ships with no games inside it. You are responsible for importing only the files you legally own or are otherwise authorized to use. All console, product, and company names are the property of their respective owners and are used here only to describe file compatibility. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NesFun at none against Pro Nes Emulator's 2. On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Pro Nes Emulator sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. NesFun asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for NesFun against 5.0 for Pro Nes Emulator. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.
| Parameter | NesFun | Pro Nes Emulator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Update frequency | — | Every 9 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 67 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Juan Lizama | Huynh Vi Vi |
Customer experience
NesFun
Pro Nes Emulator
In-app purchases
NesFun
No in-app purchases
Pro Nes Emulator
- Weekly$4.997 Days
- Monthly$9.991 Month







