Comparison

EMUspace vs AetherSX2

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

Head to head
About

EMUspace

Experience classic PlayStation and PSP games on your iPhone. This app consolidates your game library, offering touch controls and flexible display options. Play for free or unlock advanced features with a Pro subscription.

Highlights
  • PS1 and PSP emulation
  • On-screen and external controller support
  • Game library with cover art
  • Save states and quick loading (Pro)
  • Portrait and landscape play
  • Import compatible game files
Features
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Play your own PS1 and PSP games on iPhone with EMUspace. One emulator brings classic home console and handheld games into a single library, with touch controls and portrait or landscape play. YOUR GAMES, ONE LIBRARY Import compatible game files from Files or supported ZIP, 7z and TAR archives. Organize your collection with cover art and launch a game from its library card. Games are not included; bring files you own or are authorized to use. PLAY YOUR WAY • PS1 and PSP emulation in one app • On-screen buttons and analog controls • Portrait and landscape layouts • A game library with cover art • Save states and quick loading with EMUspace Pro • Optional autosave on exit with Pro • Compatible external gamepads and additional controller skins with Pro PLAY FREE, UNLOCK MORE WITH PRO Play without a time limit in the free version. An optional EMUspace Pro subscription unlocks save and load, autosave, external gamepads, additional skins, cheat codes and EMUspace Console for playing on a connected TV. Manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings. COMPATIBILITY Performance and compatibility vary by game and device. No games or BIOS files are bundled. Import only game files and any optional BIOS files you have the right to use. EMUspace is an independent app and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Sony. PlayStation, PS1 and PSP are names used to identify compatible systems; all trademarks belong to their respective owners. Support: support@emuspace.app Privacy Policy: https://emuspace.app/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://emuspace.app/terms-of-use.html

About

AetherSX2

This app provides a comprehensive guide for setting up and optimizing PS2 emulation on mobile devices. It offers tutorials, tools like a resolution calculator and performance estimator, and a compatibility database for over 50 games.

Highlights
  • Step-by-step emulator setup tutorials
  • Interactive tools
  • Resolution calculator
  • Performance estimator
  • File format guide
  • Game compatibility database
Features
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AetherSX2 is the essential guide for PS2 emulation on mobile. Use AetherSX2 to set up your emulator with step-by-step tutorials and interactive tools. AetherSX2 includes a resolution calculator, performance estimator, and file format guide. Browse 50+ games in the AetherSX2 compatibility database. AetherSX2 helps you optimize every setting for the best experience.

Screenshots

EMUspace4 screens
AetherSX24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: EMUspace at 3.9 against AetherSX2's 3.4. EMUspace also leads on ads (none vs shown). AetherSX2's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (65 vs 16). On price 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. EMUspace sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. AetherSX2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

EMUspace holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 16 and 65 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 2 level
EMUspace versus AetherSX2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEMUspaceAetherSX2
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (16 ratings) — better3.4 (65 ratings)
Number of ratings1665 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 days—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size122 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperArtem LavrentievHARRY PEREZ

In-app purchases

2 purchases

EMUspace

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly$3.997 Days
  • Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
None

AetherSX2

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EMUspace free?
EMUspace is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AetherSX2 free?
AetherSX2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, EMUspace or AetherSX2?
EMUspace is rated higher. EMUspace averages 3.9 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while AetherSX2 averages 3.4 from 65 ratings.
Do EMUspace or AetherSX2 have ads?
AetherSX2 shows ads; EMUspace does not.

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