# Retrogaming Collection vs Game Emulator

The clearest difference is rating: Game Emulator at 5.0 against Retrogaming Collection's 2.0. Retrogaming Collection's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Retrogaming Collection sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Game Emulator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Game Emulator holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Retrogaming Collection | Game Emulator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retrogaming-collection/id897474816/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/game-emulator-gba/id6764253724/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 67.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 35 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Alain Grange](https://appshunter.io/developer/325009310) | [Do Anh](https://appshunter.io/developer/646231301) |

## What reviewers say

### Retrogaming Collection

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retrogaming-collection/id897474816)

Catalog your entire video game collection, including games, boxes, and manuals. Track your library across numerous classic gaming platforms. This app helps you manage your collection's information, not provide playable games.

**Highlights:** Catalog games, boxes, and manuals, Supports multiple classic platforms, Manage your entire game library, Track collection details, Digital game library management

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove permanently | $1.99 | one-time |


### Game Emulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/game-emulator-gba/id6764253724)

This app allows you to play classic retro games on modern iOS devices. It offers smooth performance, customizable controls, and the ability to save and load your progress anytime. Organize your game library and import your legally owned game files easily.

**Highlights:** Multi-system support, Smooth and fast performance, Save and load anytime, Customizable controls, Controller support, Wi-Fi file transfer, Game library organization

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Game Controller support, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Game Emulator Premium Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Game Emulator Premium Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Game Emulator Premium Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Retrogaming Collection free?

Retrogaming Collection is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Game Emulator free?

Game Emulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Retrogaming Collection or Game Emulator?

Game Emulator is rated higher. Retrogaming Collection averages 2.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Game Emulator averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Retrogaming Collection or Game Emulator have ads?

Game Emulator shows ads; Retrogaming Collection does not.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*