Comparison

Gamepad Pro vs PlayGlade

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

Head to head
About

Gamepad Pro

Transform your phone into a wireless PC game controller. Connects seamlessly over Wi-Fi to emulate a real gamepad, offering multiple layouts for various gaming needs. Enjoy low latency and automatic reconnection for an enhanced gaming experience.

Highlights
  • Wireless PC game controller
  • Multiple controller layouts
  • Low latency Wi-Fi connection
  • Automatic reconnection
  • Real controller emulation
  • Keyboard and trackpad modes
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a wireless game controller for your PC. Gamepad Pro connects your phone to your Windows computer over your home Wi-Fi network and turns it into a fully functional gamepad. Your PC sees a real controller — so it works out of the box with thousands of games on Steam, Epic, Game Pass and more. No cables, no Bluetooth pairing headaches, no expensive hardware. GET PLAYING IN THREE STEPS 1. Install the free Gamepad Pro companion app on your PC from gamepad.pro 2. Scan the QR code shown on your PC with your iPhone 3. Pick a layout and play That's it — pairing takes seconds, and your phone reconnects automatically next time. CHOOSE YOUR CONTROLLER - Xbox layout — the classic twin-stick controller with triggers, bumpers, ABXY and D-pad - PlayStation layout — for games and players that feel at home with symmetric sticks - Retro layout — a clean, simple pad for emulators and classic games - Keyboard — send key presses to your PC for games and apps that want a keyboard - Trackpad — control your PC's mouse pointer right from your phone BUILT FOR GAMING - Ultra-low latency: input is streamed over your local Wi-Fi network using a protocol designed for speed - Real controller emulation: your PC recognizes a genuine Xbox 360 controller — maximum game compatibility, zero per-game setup - Landscape, full-screen layouts designed for thumbs, with big comfortable touch zones - Reconnects automatically when you come back - Screen stays awake while you play WHAT YOU NEED - A Windows 10 or 11 PC with the free Gamepad Pro companion app (download at gamepad.pro) - Your iPhone and PC on the same Wi-Fi network Gamepad Pro is perfect for couch gaming on a media PC, emulators, indie games, racing and platformers, or as an instant second controller when a friend drops by and you're one pad short.

About

PlayGlade

Stream a vast library of PC and console games directly to your mobile device without downloads or hardware. Enjoy instant play, cloud saves, and support for touch or controllers with a single subscription.

Highlights
  • Instant game streaming
  • No downloads or installs
  • Extensive game library
  • Cloud save synchronization
  • Touch and controller support
  • Weekly and monthly subscriptions
Features
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Thousands of hours of gameplay. Zero downloads. PlayGlade streams a full library of PC and console games straight to your phone and tablet. No console to buy, no gaming rig, no waiting for a 100 GB install to finish. Pick a title, press play, and you are in. TAP AND PLAY IN SECONDS Everything runs on our servers and streams to your screen, so even the most demanding games start instantly and take up no space on your device. HUNDREDS OF GAMES, ONE SUBSCRIPTION Browse a deep library spanning action, racing, strategy, role-playing, adventure and more — from big-name blockbusters to indie favorites. New titles are added every week, and they are all included. BUILT FOR TOUCH AND FOR CONTROLLERS Play with on-screen controls tuned for each title. Most Bluetooth game controllers are also supported. YOUR PROGRESS FOLLOWS YOU Saves live in the cloud. Start on your smartphone during a commute, pick up on your tablet at home, exactly where you stopped. SIGN IN WITHOUT THE HEADACHE Enter your email and we send you a code. No password to invent, no password to forget, no long registration form. WHAT YOU NEED A stable connection of 15 Mbps or faster — Wi-Fi or 5G recommended — and iOS 17 or later. Terms of Use: https://playglade.games/terms Privacy Policy: https://playglade.games/privacy

Screenshots

Gamepad Pro4 screens
PlayGlade4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: PlayGlade at 5.0 against Gamepad Pro's 1.0. Gamepad Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 5 weeks). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. PlayGlade sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days. Gamepad Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PlayGlade holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Gamepad Pro ships an update every 2 days, PlayGlade every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Gamepad Pro versus PlayGlade: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGamepad ProPlayGlade
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB73 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperDesoline Inc.Mykhailo Serhiienko

In-app purchases

None

Gamepad Pro

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

PlayGlade

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium$8.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$29.991 Month

Questions

Is Gamepad Pro free?
Gamepad Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PlayGlade free?
PlayGlade is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Gamepad Pro or PlayGlade?
PlayGlade is rated higher. Gamepad Pro averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while PlayGlade averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Gamepad Pro or PlayGlade have ads?
Neither Gamepad Pro nor PlayGlade shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Gamepad Pro or PlayGlade?
Gamepad Pro ships an update every 2 days, and PlayGlade every 5 weeks. Most recently, Gamepad Pro was updated on October 31, 2026 and PlayGlade on November 8, 2026.

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