Game Controller Tester vs VGamepad Lite
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Game Controller Tester
Test and troubleshoot MFi certified game controllers on your iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPads. Accurately visualize button presses, stick movements, and pressure sensitivity for all supported controllers. Discover a fun surprise in the credits.
- Accurate visualization of inputs
- Test all buttons and sticks
- Test pressure sensitive buttons
- Supports multiple controllers
- MFi certified controller testing
Read full descriptionHide full description
Game Controller Tester is an Application that lets you test or troubleshoot your “Made for iPhone” (MFI) Game Controllers, introduced with iOS 7, on your iPhone, iPod Touch and iPads, and it is free! - Accurate visualization - Test all buttons and sticks - Test All pressure sensitive buttons - Multiple Controllers supported - A nice toy awaits you in the credits screen :) ** Please note that Regular Xbox/PS4 controllers wont work for iOS devices *by default* before iOS 13 and there is nothing we can do, this app is for MFI certified controllers only ** *** Check out my top rated app, Joystick Mapper, which allows you to use joysticks and gamepads in any MAC game or app, even the ones without built-in support ***
VGamepad Lite
Transform your phone into a physical game controller for your PC. Enjoy customizable buttons, motion controls, and haptic feedback for an immersive gaming experience. Supports standard controller emulation and basic mouse/keyboard functions.
- Emulates standard controllers
- Motion control using phone sensors
- Customizable button layout
- Haptic feedback
- Game capture button
- AR Body Tracking (iPhone XS+)
Read full descriptionHide full description
VGamepad gives you the full experience of a physical controller. Customizable buttons, haptic feedback, motion control, and more. Play on your PC using nothing but your phone. Features: - Emulates standard controllers (including Joy-Con). - Motion Control: steer, aim, and move using your phone’s sensors. - AR Body Tracking (iPhone XS or later): play certain games using body motion. - Customizable layout: move and resize buttons to fit your hands. - Game Capture button for quick recording. - Haptic feedback that makes every press feel physical. - Pressure-sensitive inputs with 3D Touch (supported devices). - Optional sound feedback for buttons. - Change joystick images from a large selection. - Basic mouse & keyboard support (W/A/S/D buttons on keyboard). Connectivity: Use the simple Windows/Mac companion app for Wi-Fi/LAN pairing, or use PCGameConsole to turn your PC into a full gaming console compatible with VGamepad. Full setup guide: https://github.com/PJSoftCo/VGamepad TERMS OF USE: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ PRIVACY POLICY: https://pjsoftco.com/vgamepadpp.html ONLINE SUPPORT: Please join our Discord channel: https://discord.gg/ZcAuAJp8py
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Game Controller Tester at none against VGamepad Lite's 2. Game Controller Tester also leads on rating (3.5 vs 3.2) and review sentiment (48% vs 40%). VGamepad Lite's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 32 months). On price, ratings volume, 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
Both are free to download. VGamepad Lite sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Game Controller Tester asks for nothing beyond the download.
Game Controller Tester holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 3.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 106 and 105 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of Game Controller Tester's written reviews are positive against 40% of VGamepad Lite's.
Game Controller Tester ships an update every 32 months, VGamepad Lite every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Game Controller Tester | VGamepad Lite |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.5 (106 ratings) — better | 3.2 (105 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 48.4% of reviews — better | 39.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 106 — better | 105 |
| Update frequency | Every 32 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 7.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 9 MB | 111 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Chibata Creations | PJSOFTCO |
Customer experience
Game Controller Tester
VGamepad Lite
Bugs and requests
Game Controller Tester
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
VGamepad Lite
Reported bugs
9 issues- Connection fails despite correct IP and password entry
- Ads appear but don't load, blocking app usage
- RT button and other buttons not functioning
- Buttons disappear after rearranging
- Mouse cursor moves in background during gameplay
Show 4 moreShow fewer
- App crashes or freezes during use
- Controller not recognized by PC after connection
- Inconsistent performance across different iPhone models
- PC download fails with Error 1001
Requested features
7 requests- Bluetooth connectivity for easier pairing
- Mac OS support for server-side application
- Nintendo Switch controller support
- Remove or reduce ad frequency with paid option
- Apple TV compatibility
Show 2 moreShow fewer
- L1, L2, R1, R2 buttons for PlayStation controllers
- Better documentation and troubleshooting guides
In-app purchases
Game Controller Tester
No in-app purchases
VGamepad Lite
- VGamepad Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
- VGamepad Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
Questions
Is Game Controller Tester free?
Is VGamepad Lite free?
Which has better reviews, Game Controller Tester or VGamepad Lite?
Do Game Controller Tester or VGamepad Lite have ads?
Which is updated more often, Game Controller Tester or VGamepad Lite?
Other comparisons
