Best Elite Dangerous Apps & Games

248+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

3.9 avg rating
17 free apps & games
Updated October 2026

Out of 248+ elite dangerous apps and games on iOS, 17 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Elite Dangerous Apps & Games (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1CMDRCMDRFree4.8★ (16)NoYesOct 2026
2GameGlassGameGlassFree4.0★ (50)NoNoOct 2026
3Galaxy on Fire 2™ HDGalaxy on Fire 2™ HDFree4.6★ (6.4K)NoYesNov 2026
4EVE EchoesEVE EchoesFree3.4★ (3.5K)NoYesOct 2026
5Star Hunter-Infinite LagrangeStar Hunter-Infinite LagrangeFree4.5★ (7.4K)NoYesOct 2026
6Space CommandoSpace CommandoFree—YesNoMay 2026
7Flare EliteFlare Elite$0.994.3★ (4)NoNoNov 2026
8Star Elite GalaxyStar Elite GalaxyFree—YesNoOct 2026

Top Picks for Elite Dangerous

CMDR#1

CMDR by Peter Stanley

Galnet news for Elite pilots
Editor's Choice
🎬 Entertainment
4.8(16 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app delivers the latest news from the Elite: Dangerous universe quickly and efficiently. It helps users stay informed about important in-game events, such as server downtime, by making news items content-aware for easy calendar integration.

GameGlass#2

GameGlass by GameGlass Inc.

Touch interfaces for games
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.0😐(50 ratings)
Free
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Enhance your gaming experience with custom touchscreen interfaces on your phone or tablet. Design, modify, and use intuitive controls with dynamic animations and clear layouts. Connect seamlessly to your PC for ultra-low latency command execution.

What We Love

  • 👍 Useful application
  • 💡 Taken hobby to next level
  • 💡 Infinitely customizable
  • 👍 Essential for Star Citizen
  • 👍 Immersive way to play
  • 👍 Excellent companion
  • 👍 Very snappy touch response
  • 💡 Game changer for gameplay
  • 👍 Seamless integration
  • 👍 Intuitive and immersive

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashed PC
  • 🐛 Failed at login
  • 🐛 Won't load on iPad
  • 🐛 Chore to get working
  • 🐛 Stops working, needs reinstall
  • 🐛 Bindings don't work
  • 🐛 Subscription emphasis over quality
  • 🐛 Discontinued service
  • 🐛 Limited functionality
  • 🐛 Sneaky auto-renew
  • 🐛 Display messed up
  • 🐛 Input lag on non-official shards
  • 🐛 Overhyped, doesn't work often
  • 🐛 Buttons without actions
  • 🐛 Email not accepted
  • 🐛 Pointless if keys memorized
  • 🐛 Irregular connection issues
  • 🐛 Connection fail
  • 🐛 Error on selecting game
  • 🐛 Elite Dangerous won't connect
  • 🐛 Doesn't work in ED
  • 🐛 Instant error
  • 🐛 Logs out frequently
  • 🐛 Connection issues
  • 🐛 Won't let me login
4.6😊(6.4K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Embark on an epic space adventure as a veteran pilot saving the galaxy from destruction. Engage in thrilling combat, trade goods, and explore vast star systems with customizable ships and weapons. Expand your experience with add-ons offering new content and challenges.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fantastic game with great graphics
  • 👍 Engaging story and characters
  • 💰 No pay-to-win mechanics, free to play
  • 🕹️ Smooth and responsive controls
  • 🌌 Vast open-world to explore

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and bugs, especially in later missions
  • 🔁 Repetitive missions and gameplay
  • 💳 Expensive in-app purchases for expansions
  • 🤖 Weak AI for allied NPCs
  • 🔍 Lack of information in the map and UI

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FAQ about Elite Dangerous

What are the best elite dangerous apps & games for iPhone?
CMDR tops our elite dangerous apps & games ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 16 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top elite dangerous apps & games we rank are free to download, including CMDR and GameGlass.
CMDR has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 248+ elite dangerous apps & games on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.