Comparison

Foxol vs NEX

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

Head to head
About

Foxol

Play classic games across all your devices with this emulator platform. Enjoy multiplayer, cloud saves, achievements, and deep customization. Start for free and upgrade anytime to enhance your gaming experience.

Highlights
  • Cross-platform play (mobile, desktop, web)
  • Cloud saves and device sync
  • Online multiplayer and remote co-op
  • Online Link Cable support
  • RetroAchievements integration
  • Save states and fast forward/rewind
  • Customizable controls and visuals
Features
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Play Your Classics Everywhere! Foxol is a modern emulator platform that lets you play classic games across all your devices, with multiplayer, cloud saves, achievements, advanced connectivity and deep customization. Play on mobile, desktop or in your browser and continue exactly where you left off. Your games and saves move with you automatically. Start for free and upgrade anytime. Cross-platform play and cloud saves Foxol keeps your progress synced across devices so you never lose a moment. Switch seamlessly between phone, desktop and web with cloud saves, save states, automatic saves and multiple save profiles. Next-generation multiplayer Foxol brings 30+ multiplayer and connectivity modes together in one platform. Play locally or online with Remote Co-op, Link Cable, infrared, WFC, virtual pet connections and more, including cross-generation and cross-system multiplayer. Achievements Earn RetroAchievements while you play and turn your favorite games into new challenges. Track your progress and unlock achievements as you play. Gameplay tools and customization Play your way with save states, fast forward and rewind. Customize controls, layouts and visuals with 300+ presets and controller skins, or go further with built-in cheats, custom codes, save editing and ROM patching. Play your cartridges anywhere Connect a GB Operator to play physical Game Boy cartridges in Foxol, continue with your cloud save on other devices and sync your progress back to the cartridge. Make every step count Turn real-world steps into progress in compatible games. Supported consoles Game Boy Game Boy Color Game Boy Advance Nintendo DS Nintendo Entertainment System Super Nintendo Entertainment System Nintendo 64 Virtual Boy Pokémon Mini Sega Mega Drive and Genesis PlayStation WonderSwan WonderSwan Color Digital Monster Digital Monster Color Digital Monster Pendulum Color Pokéwalker Pocket Pikachu More systems are coming soon. Key features Cross-platform emulator for mobile, desktop and web Cloud saves and seamless device sync 30+ multiplayer and connectivity modes Local multiplayer and Remote Co-op Link Cable, infrared and WFC Virtual pet and cross-system connectivity Cross-generation multiplayer RetroAchievements integration Save states, fast forward and rewind 300+ visual presets and customization Custom controls and controller skins Built-in cheats, ROM patching and save editing GB Operator integration Health Connect step support for compatible games Free to play with optional Plus upgrade Download Foxol and play your classics everywhere. Disclaimer Foxol is an independent emulator platform. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or associated with Nintendo or any other console manufacturers, publishers, or rights holders. Foxol does not distribute games, ROMs, or copyrighted content. Users are responsible for providing their own legally obtained game files. All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

NEX

Import and play your favorite retro games with customizable controls and features like achievements and save states. Enjoy a seamless gaming experience optimized for mobile devices.

Highlights
  • Import and play retro games
  • Customizable screen layouts
  • Independent achievements and badges
  • Unlimited save slots
  • Speed control up to 5x
  • Built-in cheat codes
  • Visual filters and pixel effects
Features
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NEX might just be the retro game library that knows you best. Independent achievements, landscape optimization, and fully customizable layouts—your screen, your way. Retro gaming shouldn’t begin with complicated setup. With NEX, simply import your games and start playing—straight back to those handheld summers. 「More Than Just Playing」 - Landscape Optimized: Thoughtfully designed from interface to controls. - Random Wheel: Can’t decide what to play? Let fate choose. - Independent Achievements: Complete challenges, unlock badges, and discover new ways to enjoy classics. 「Supported Systems」 - Nintendo 3DS - Nintendo DS (NDS) - Game Boy Advance (GBA) - Game Boy Color (GBC) - Game Boy (GB) - Nintendo 64 (N64) - Super Nintendo (SNES) - Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) - PlayStation Portable (PSP) - PlayStation (PS1) - Sega Dreamcast - Sega Saturn - Sega Mega Drive / Genesis - Sega Master System - Sega Game Gear 「Key Features」 - Offline Play | Play anytime, anywhere - Random Wheel | Let the wheel choose your next game - Achievements | Complete challenges and unlock exclusive badges - Unlimited Saves | Unlimited manual and auto-save slots - Speed Control | Play at speeds of up to 5× - Cheat Codes | Built-in codes to help you complete every challenge - Visual Filters | Relive the classics with immersive pixel effects - Screenshots | Capture memorable moments instantly - Screen Layouts | Seamlessly adapts to portrait and landscape modes - Custom Controls | Freely adjust button positions and layouts 「Support & Terms」 - Privacy Policy: https://emu.best/privacy - Terms of Use: https://emu.best/terms - Official Website: https://emu.best/ - Support: support@emu.best 「Legal Disclaimer」 This app is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Nintendo, Sony, Sega, or any other game company. Platform names and trademarks are used solely to identify the supported gaming environments and remain the property of their respective owners.

Screenshots

Foxol4 screens
NEX4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: NEX at 4.0 against Foxol's 2.7. Foxol's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and ratings volume (9 vs 3). On price, review sentiment, 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. Foxol sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and NEX sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NEX holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 3 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Foxol ships an update every 3 weeks, NEX monthly. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Foxol versus NEX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFoxolNEX
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.7 (9 ratings)4.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings9 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size201 MB256 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperAngelo Perrello刚 李

Customer experience

Foxol

All ratings8 ratings
Positive37.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

NEX

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Foxol

Subscriptions2
  • Foxol Plus$3.991 Month
  • Foxol Plus$44.991 Year
3 purchases

NEX

Subscriptions1
  • NEX Premium$1.997 Days
One-time2
  • Lifetime Premium (Discount)$9.99
  • NEX Premium — Lifetime$14.99

Questions

Is Foxol free?
Foxol is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NEX free?
NEX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Foxol or NEX?
NEX is rated higher. Foxol averages 2.7 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while NEX averages 4.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Foxol or NEX have ads?
Neither Foxol nor NEX shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Foxol or NEX?
Foxol ships an update every 3 weeks, and NEX monthly. Most recently, Foxol was updated on October 31, 2026 and NEX on October 31, 2026.

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