Comparison

Mimic X vs Aether

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

Head to head
About

Mimic X

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Mimic X は、Mimic X Adapter (ハードウェア)と組み合わせることで、お手持ちの iPhone / iPad をレトロPC用の HID デバイス(ジョイスティック・キーボード・マウス)として使えるようにするUSB-MIDI コントローラーアプリです。 ◆ こんな方に ・X68000 や MSX などレトロPCの実機を所有している方 ・当時のジョイスティック / キーボードが故障して困っている方 ・実機用のコントローラーをこれ以上増やしたくない方 ・スマートフォンの画面いっぱいの仮想パッドで遊びたい方 ◆ ジョイスティックモード 画面上の仮想ジョイスティックでゲームを操作できます。 ・ATARI 2 ボタン互換モード ・メガドライブ 6 ボタン ファイティングパッド互換モード ・リブルラブル専用 2 本レバーモード ・ボタンごとの連射(ターボ)ON / OFF と連射速度の設定 ・方向キーの不感エリア(デッドゾーン)調整 ・ボタンのヒット範囲拡張(指の腹での同時押し、スライド入力に対応) iPhoneやiPadに接続したゲームコントローラーを使用することもできます。 ◆ キーボードモード レトロPCのキーボードレイアウトを画面上に再現します。 ・X68000 キーボード配列に対応 ・実機からのキーボード LED 制御信号の受信に対応 ・マウス操作にも対応 ・ライン入力モードを搭載し、iPhoneやiPad上で直接入力したりペーストした文字(漢字もOK)をX68000のコード入力機能で直接入力可能 ◆ 動作に必要なもの(重要) 本アプリ単体では動作しません。以下が別途必要です。 ・Mimic X Adapter ハードウェア ・接続先となるレトロPC本体、またはエミュレータ環境 ・iPhone / iPad と Mimic X ハードを接続するための USB ケーブル(Lightning / USB-C 対応の Camera Adapter 等) ハードウェアの基板データ・ファームウェアはオープンソースで公開されています。詳細は以下をご確認ください。 https://github.com/kunichiko/MimicX-hardware https://github.com/kunichiko/MimicX-firmware ◆ オープンソース 本アプリは Flutter で開発されたオープンソースソフトウェアです。ソースコード・ライセンスはアプリ内「このアプリについて」から確認できます。 https://github.com/kunichiko/MimicX-app

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Aether

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Aether: Versatile Media Player Aether is a versatile media player designed for local content, combining video playback, subtitle support, and visual novel functionality in one app. Simply import your media files, and Aether will automatically identify supported content. No complicated conversion or setup is required, so you can focus on watching videos, displaying subtitles, and enjoying your favorite visual novels. Extensive Media Format Support Built with FFmpeg 8.1.2, Aether supports a wide range of commonly used video, audio, and subtitle formats. Supported video codecs include: H.264, H.265/HEVC, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, VP8, VP9, AV1, Theora, WMV/VC-1, MJPEG, ProRes, and more. Supported audio codecs include: AAC, MP2, MP3, AC-3, E-AC-3, FLAC, Vorbis, Opus, WMA, PCM, and more. Supported subtitle formats include: • External subtitles: SRT, VTT, ASS, and SSA • Embedded subtitles: ASS/SSA, SubRip, WebVTT, MOV Text, and other text-based formats After a video is imported, Aether automatically detects available audio and subtitle tracks, allowing you to select the track you prefer. Flexible Playback Controls Adjust playback to match your viewing preferences: • Change the playback speed • Drag the progress bar to jump to a specific position • Quickly seek forward or backward • Pause and resume playback at any time Whether you are quickly reviewing content, replaying a favorite moment, or locating a particular scene, Aether makes navigation simple. Verified Playback Configurations The following configurations have been tested: • MP4 with H.264 video and AAC audio at 1920 × 1080 • MKV with 10-bit H.265 video and AAC audio at 1920 × 1080, including embedded ASS subtitles • MPEG-1 video with MP2 audio used within visual novel content Additional formats and codec combinations may also work. Compatibility may vary depending on the container format, encoding parameters, and device performance. Easily Import Visual Novels Aether includes a visual novel runtime compatible with XP3 content. Import visual novel content that you legally own and launch it directly from your library with a single tap. There is no need to repeatedly locate files or perform complicated manual configuration, allowing you to focus on the story and gameplay. Manage Local Content in One Place View and manage imported videos and visual novels from a single library. Open a title’s details and quickly continue watching or playing. Aether does not include or provide any third-party movies, games, or visual novel content. Users must import their own content and ensure that they have the legal right to use it. Compatibility Notice Some visual novels may use custom plug-ins, encryption methods, or specialized scripts. Therefore, compatibility with every XP3 title cannot be guaranteed. Video playback may also vary depending on encoding settings, device model, and operating system version.

Screenshots

Mimic X3 screens
Aether4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Mimic X at none against Aether's 2. Mimic X also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Aether sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Mimic X asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mimic X ships an update every 6 days, Aether weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Mimic X versus Aether: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMimic XAether
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB223 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperKunihiko Ohnaka煜 刘

In-app purchases

None

Mimic X

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Aether

One-time2
  • Buy the author a coffee$0.99
  • Unlock Directory Restrictions$7.99

Questions

Is Mimic X free?
Mimic X is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Aether free?
Aether is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Mimic X or Aether have ads?
Neither Mimic X nor Aether shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mimic X or Aether?
Mimic X ships an update every 6 days, and Aether weekly. Most recently, Mimic X was updated on October 14, 2026 and Aether on October 18, 2026.

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