Comparison

Bitty vs RetroOne

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

Head to head
About

Bitty

This app allows you to play classic handheld games on your iPhone by importing your own legally owned game files. It offers features like save states, turbo mode, and customizable controls and visual filters for an authentic retro gaming experience.

Highlights
  • Import own game files (.gba, .zip)
  • Automatic battery saves
  • Save states for instant recall
  • Turbo mode for fast-forwarding
  • Customizable touch controls
  • Authentic screen filters
  • No accounts, sign-ups, or ads
Features
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Meet Bitty, your retro buddy! Bitty plays classic handheld games on your iPhone. Import your own game files and bring your childhood library back to life, wrapped in a friendly little app built for people who grew up with a cartridge in their pocket. YOUR GAMES, YOUR LIBRARY • Import your own legally-owned game backups (.gba or .zip) straight from the Files app • Bitty ships with no games and never downloads any — you bring the games you already own • Battery saves work exactly like real hardware and persist automatically PLAY YOUR WAY • Save states: snapshot any moment and jump right back to it • Turbo mode: fast-forward at 2×, 4× or 8× through grinding and long dialogue • Accurate, responsive touch controls with haptic feedback • Full sound emulation with adjustable volume MAKE IT YOURS • 4 controller skins: Classic, Midnight, Bubblegum and Ghost • Authentic screen filters: pixel-sharp, LCD grid, or cozy CRT scanlines • 4 gameplay themes to set the backdrop mood • A cast of hand-drawn art starring Bitty, your cartridge companion SMOOTH AND STEADY • Full speed with room to spare, even on older iPhones • Games run entirely on your device — nothing is streamed • Designed to stay cool and easy on the battery during long sessions RESPECTFUL BY DESIGN • No accounts, no sign-ups, no ads • Your games and saves stay on your device and are never uploaded • We collect anonymous usage stats only — how long sessions run and which features get used — to know what to improve. No personal data, no tracking, and never the names of your games. LEGAL NOTE Bitty contains no copyrighted content and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any console manufacturer. Only import games you legally own, such as backups of cartridges you purchased. Bitty does not provide, link to, or assist in downloading game files. Questions or a game that won't run? Contact us at support@solidstudiogame.com — we read everything.

About

RetroOne

This app allows you to play your legally owned retro game collection on your iPhone and iPad. It supports multiple classic gaming systems and offers features like a beautiful library, customizable themes, and multiplayer options.

Highlights
  • Supports 8 classic gaming systems
  • Import and organize game collection
  • Customizable themes
  • Portrait and landscape orientation
  • Play on big screen
  • Multiplayer with 'Use as Controller'
  • Save and continue progress
Features
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Rediscover the golden age of gaming with RetroOne — a beautifully designed multi-system emulator built for smooth, flexible play on iPhone and iPad. 8 CLASSIC GAMING SYSTEMS Enjoy support for eight popular retro systems: • ARCADE • GBA • GB • GBC • NES • SNES • GEN • NEOGEO From classic handheld adventures to the unforgettable arcade games of the past, RetroOne brings your legally owned game collection together in one convenient place. RELIVE THE ARCADE ERA Experience the atmosphere of classic arcade machines wherever you go. Enjoy responsive controls, smooth gameplay, colorful pixel graphics, and an interface inspired by the golden age of gaming. YOUR GAMES, ONE EASY IMPORT Import supported game files directly from your device. RetroOne automatically detects compatible systems and organizes your collection, making it easy to browse, search, sort, and favorite your games. A BEAUTIFUL LIBRARY Keep your entire collection organized with: • Recently played games • Favorites • Search and sorting • Automatic system detection • Quick access to saved games • Easy game management MULTIPLE THEMES Make RetroOne feel truly yours. Choose from multiple visual styles, including: • Classic • Midnight • Retro Handheld • Neon • Chrome Each theme offers a distinctive look while keeping the controls clear, responsive, and comfortable. PORTRAIT OR LANDSCAPE Play from the angle that works best for you. RetroOne supports both portrait and landscape orientations, allowing every game and controller layout to adapt naturally to your preferred way of playing. PLAY ON THE BIG SCREEN Share gameplay with a compatible TV and enjoy your favorite classics on a larger display. Turn your phone or tablet into a convenient game controller while the action stays on the big screen. PLAY WITH FRIENDS Use the “Use as Controller” feature to connect additional devices and play together with friends. Connect through the same Wi-Fi network, use each device as a controller, and enjoy a shared gaming experience. SAVE AND CONTINUE EASILY Save your progress and continue whenever you want. RetroOne makes it easy to return to recently played games without starting over. SMOOTH AND RESPONSIVE RetroOne is designed to deliver stable performance, responsive touch controls, and smooth gameplay across supported systems. Compatible external game controllers can also be used for a more traditional gaming experience. PLAY ANYTIME, ANYWHERE Whether you have a few free minutes or want a longer gaming session, RetroOne keeps your classic game library ready on iPhone and iPad — at home, while traveling, or together with friends. IMPORTANT INFORMATION RetroOne does not include games, ROMs, BIOS files, or copyrighted game content. Users must import game files created from titles they legally own. RetroOne is independently developed and is not affiliated with, sponsored, authorized, or endorsed by any console manufacturer or game publisher. All trademarks and copyrighted materials belong to their respective owners. SUBSCRIPTION AND LEGAL RetroOne Plus is available as a monthly or yearly auto-renewable subscription, or as a one-time purchase. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel your subscription in Settings > Apple Account > Subscriptions. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://mmtstudio.site/privacy

Screenshots

Bitty4 screens
RetroOne4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bitty at none against RetroOne's 3. Bitty also leads on ads (none vs shown). RetroOne's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.5 vs 18). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. RetroOne sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Bitty asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Bitty against 5.0 for RetroOne. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bitty ships an update every 3 weeks, RetroOne fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 4 level
Bitty versus RetroOne: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBittyRetroOne
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings)
Number of ratings12 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS1815.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB179 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperAnh Tuan Nguyen LeNguyen Dinh Gioi

Customer experience

Bitty

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

RetroOne

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Bitty

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

RetroOne

Subscriptions2
  • RetroOne Plus Monthly3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • RetroOne Plus Yearly$44.991 Year
One-time1
  • RetroOne Plus Lifetime$79.99

Questions

Is Bitty free?
Bitty is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RetroOne free?
RetroOne is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Bitty or RetroOne?
Bitty and RetroOne are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 2 ratings respectively.
Do Bitty or RetroOne have ads?
RetroOne shows ads; Bitty does not.
Which is updated more often, Bitty or RetroOne?
Bitty ships an update every 3 weeks, and RetroOne fortnightly. Most recently, Bitty was updated on November 6, 2026 and RetroOne on October 31, 2026.

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