Comparison

Foxol vs OhMyBoy

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

OhMyBoy

Organize, customize, and play your retro game files with this emulator. Features include save states, custom controls, and playtime management. Enjoy a modern, user-friendly experience for your favorite classic games.

Highlights
  • Game library organization
  • Save and load game states
  • Customizable controls
  • Playtime tracking
  • Fast forward option
  • Cheat code support
Features
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OhMyBoy is a retro game player designed to help you organize, customize, and enjoy your personally owned game files in one place. Build your own retro library, continue from saved moments, customize your controls, and manage your playtime with a modern, easy-to-use experience. Supported game file formats: - GBA-compatible files - GB-compatible files - GBC-compatible files - NDS-compatible files - PSP-compatible files Key Features: - Game Library: Organize imported game files by system, favorites, recently added, and recently played. - Save States: Save your progress at any moment and return to it later. - Load States: Resume gameplay instantly from your saved moments. - Auto Save: Keep your latest progress protected automatically. - Playtime Control: Set a daily gaming limit and track your playtime history. - Fast Forward: Speed up gameplay when you want to move through a game faster. - Cheat Code Support: Add and manage your own compatible cheat codes. - Custom Controls: Choose left-handed or right-handed layouts, resize controls, and personalize button styles. - Controller Themes: Customize your console appearance with different skins, colors, and control designs. - Haptic Feedback and Sound: Adjust touch vibration and button sounds to match your preferred play style. - Landscape Mode: Enjoy a wider, more comfortable gaming layout. Premium Packages: OhMyBoy may offer auto-renewable subscription packages that provide access to premium features, including an ad-free experience, unlimited playtime settings, and expanded library capacity. Payment will be charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account Settings after purchase. Important Notice: - OhMyBoy does not include, sell, host, or provide game files. - Users are responsible for importing only game files they legally own or have the right to use. - OhMyBoy is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Nintendo or any other console manufacturer. - Cheat codes are added by users. OhMyBoy does not provide cheat codes and does not verify the legality or compatibility of user-provided codes or files. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Foxol4 screens
OhMyBoy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Foxol at none against OhMyBoy's shown. Foxol also leads on ratings volume (9 vs 2) and device support (3 vs 1). OhMyBoy's advantage is rating (3.0 vs 2.7). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 OhMyBoy sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

OhMyBoy holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 2.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Foxol ships an update every 3 weeks, OhMyBoy every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Foxol versus OhMyBoy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFoxolOhMyBoy
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.7 (9 ratings)3.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size201 MB135 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperAngelo PerrelloVietstar Technology Company Limited

Customer experience

Foxol

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

OhMyBoy

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Foxol

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

OhMyBoy

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Package7 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Yearly Package1 Year trial$99.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Package$199.99

Questions

Is Foxol free?
Foxol is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is OhMyBoy free?
OhMyBoy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Foxol or OhMyBoy?
OhMyBoy is rated higher. Foxol averages 2.7 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while OhMyBoy averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Foxol or OhMyBoy have ads?
OhMyBoy shows ads; Foxol does not.
Which is updated more often, Foxol or OhMyBoy?
Foxol ships an update every 3 weeks, and OhMyBoy every 6 weeks. Most recently, Foxol was updated on October 31, 2026 and OhMyBoy on October 31, 2026.

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