Comparison

iKontroller vs RojX

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

Head to head
About

iKontroller

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a versatile Mac controller. Utilize a high-precision touchpad, customizable buttons, and joystick/gyrostick mapping for seamless remote operation. Connect via Wi-Fi, cellular, or USB.

Highlights
  • High-precision touchpad
  • Customizable buttons and joystick
  • Gyrostick control
  • Multiple connection options (Wi-Fi, USB)
  • Companion desktop app required
Features
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iKontroller transforms your iPhone and iPad into the perfect controller for your Mac. How does iKontroller achieve this? • Touchpad High-precision touchpad with relative and absolute modes. Relative mode is used in games to move the camera around. Absolute mode is used to move your cursor around. • Left region & Right region / Combined Left & Right region Left region allows you to perform the left single click, double/triple click and long press. Right region allows you to perform the right single click, double/triple click and long press. • Scroll region It allows you to scroll vertically or horizontally. • Button You can map a button to a specific key on your keyboard. Once mapped, pressing that button will trigger the corresponding key on your Mac. • Joystick You can map a joystick to 4 specific keys on your keyboard. Once mapped, moving the joystick in any direction will trigger the corresponding key(s) on your Mac. • Gyrostick You can map a gyrostick to 4 specific keys on your keyboard. Once mapped, tilting and rotating your device in any direction will trigger the corresponding key(s) on your Mac. How does iKontroller connect to my Mac? • Wi-Fi network, Cellular network, USB-C cable or Lightning cable What does iKontroller require? • Local network permission • The companion app named „iKontroller Desktop“ on your Mac. App Store link: https://apps.apple.com/app/ikontroller-desktop/id6755576478?mt=12 For more info; visit iKontroller support: https://biskuitmarie.github.io/ikontroller-support/

About

RojX

Transform your phone into a customizable PC gamepad with ultra-low latency. Design your ideal control layout for driving, racing, and simulation games, offering precise steering, button mapping, and advanced simulator controls.

Highlights
  • Virtual steering wheel and tilt controls
  • Customizable button box and dashboards
  • Advanced simulator and truck controls
  • Ultra-low latency UDP connection
  • Drag-and-drop control element placement
  • Xbox 360 controller emulation
Features
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RojX connects your mobile device directly to your Windows PC over local WiFi, providing an ultra-low latency, responsive input layout that you can design and configure yourself. Whether you are driving heavy trucks, racing on professional tracks, or playing classic games, RojX gives you full control. - VIRTUAL STEERING WHEEL & TILT CONTROLS Ditch the keyboard and steer like a pro. • Gyroscope Steering: Use your phone's tilt sensors for highly precise, realistic horizontal tilt steering. • Gyroscope Pedals: Use vertical tilt to control your gas and brake inputs dynamically. • Virtual Steering Wheel: Interact with an on-screen wheel featuring visual rotation feedback. • Responsive Pedals: Play with analog-style visual throttle and brake pedals for smooth acceleration and braking. - FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE BUTTON BOX & DASHBOARDS Build your dream gaming layout by placing controls exactly where you want them. • Drag-and-Drop Elements: Mix and match buttons, rocker switches, sliders, custom axes, analog joysticks, and classic game pads. • Multi-Page Layouts: Create different control pages and switch between them on the fly using the Page Switcher. • Custom PS5 & Xbox Bindings: Emulate classic action buttons, D-pads, and L1/L2/R1/R2 shoulder buttons. - ADVANCED SIMULATOR & TRUCK CONTROLS Perfect for simulation games like Euro Truck Simulator 2, American Truck Simulator, SnowRunner, and MudRunner: • Drivetrain & Differential: Quick-toggle switches for AWD, 4x4, Center Diff Lock, Front Diff Lock, and Rear Diff Lock. • Driving Aids: Dedicated controls for Cruise Control, Traction Control, and Hill Start Assist. • Lights & Horn: Realistic toggles for Headlights, High Beams, Fog Lights, Hazards, Left/Right Turn Signals, and Horn. • Truck Specifics: Lift Axle switch, Engine Start/Stop ignition, and horizontal/vertical Gear Shifters and Paddle Shifters. - ULTRA-LOW LATENCY & EASY SETUP Our connection is designed for gaming. Running on a fast local UDP protocol, your inputs register with zero noticeable lag. 1. Download and install the free companion RojX Receiver on your Windows PC from: https://rojx.io 2. Make sure your PC and phone are connected to the same local WiFi network. 3. Open the RojX app and scan the QR code displayed on your PC screen to connect instantly. 4. Set up Xbox 360 controller emulation or feed inputs directly into vJoy. - IDEAL GAMES FOR ROJX: • Truck Simulators: Euro Truck Simulator 2 (ETS2), American Truck Simulator (ATS), Farming Simulator. • Off-Road Simulators: SnowRunner, MudRunner, BeamNG.drive. • Racing & Driving: Assetto Corsa, Forza Horizon, Dirt Rally, F1 Series, Grand Theft Auto V (GTA 5). • Flight Simulators & Space Simulators. - Inclusive & Adaptive Gaming RojX isn't just a controller; it's a powerful accessibility tool. By mapping pedals, steering, and complex dashboards entirely to your device's screen, RojX empowers gamers with physical disabilities to fully experience driving and flight simulators using only their hands. Get ready to take full control of your simulator experience! IMPORTANT: This is a companion app. To use RojX, you must download the free RojX onto your Windows PC. Both devices must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

Screenshots

iKontroller4 screens
RojX4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: iKontroller at 100% against RojX's 0%. iKontroller also leads on rating (4.2 vs 3.0). RojX's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. iKontroller sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. RojX asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iKontroller holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of iKontroller's written reviews are positive against 0% of RojX's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iKontroller ships an update every 2 weeks, RojX fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
iKontroller versus RojX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriKontrollerRojX
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (5 ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings5 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRichlen MurdenRahel Ali

Customer experience

iKontroller

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

RojX

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

iKontroller

Subscriptions1
  • iKontroller Gold Monthly$0.991 Month
One-time1
  • iKontroller Gold$14.99
None

RojX

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iKontroller free?
iKontroller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RojX free?
RojX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iKontroller or RojX?
iKontroller is rated higher. iKontroller averages 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while RojX averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do iKontroller or RojX have ads?
Neither iKontroller nor RojX shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iKontroller or RojX?
iKontroller ships an update every 2 weeks, and RojX fortnightly. Most recently, iKontroller was updated on October 8, 2026 and RojX on October 16, 2026.

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