AIDA64 vs Handheld Companion
AIDA64
aida64.comHandheld Companion
handheldcompanion.netSide by side
| Figure | AIDA64 | Handheld Companion |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | Free |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 8 | 1 |
| Spec score · PC Overclocking Software | 8.5 (#5) | 7.5 (#19) |
| Purpose | AIDA64 Extreme provides detailed PC system information, live monitoring, benchmarking, and stress testing for home users. | Handheld Companion is an open-source, touch-optimized Windows app for handheld gaming PCs. |
Plans
AIDA64
- AIDA64 ExtremePriced on request
- AIDA64 EngineerPriced on request
- AIDA64 BusinessPriced on request
- AIDA64 Network AuditPriced on request
- AIDA64 Extreme€59.95, paid once
- AIDA64 Network Audit€129.90, paid once
- AIDA64 Business€219.90, paid once
- AIDA64 Engineer€219.90, paid once
In their own words
AIDA64
AIDA64 Extreme provides home users with detailed PC system information, live monitoring, benchmarking, and stress testing. It identifies processors, motherboards, graphics cards, memory, and storage. Other editions address business and network administration. AIDA64 Business monitors more than 250 sensor devices for temperatures, voltages, fan speeds, and power draw; it can collect hardware and software inventories from Windows computers on a corporate network. Business reports can be saved in open formats or an SQL database, and audit snapshots can be compared to identify changes and trigger real-time alerts. It also supports remote monitoring and control, including administrative tasks and file transfers. Network Audit is limited to inventory and does not include remote control, remote monitoring, diagnostics, or benchmarks available in other editions. AIDA64 supports more than 50 LCD and VFD screens, plus wireless sensor monitoring on smartphones and tablets. Products run on Windows, Android, and iOS, and are available for a 30-day trial. Listed one-time prices include 59.95 EUR for Extreme, 129.90 EUR for Network Audit, and 219.90 EUR each for Business and Engineer.
Handheld Companion
Handheld Companion is a free, open-source Windows app for handheld gaming PCs, with touch-optimized controls and device settings. It maps controller inputs to keyboard, mouse, joystick, trigger, or virtual controller actions, including Xbox 360 and DualShock 4 output. Universal Motion Control translates supported motion sensor data for aiming, camera control, racing, and emulators. QuickTools adjusts TDP, frame limits, refresh rate, resolution, brightness, volume, and power mode. The app can detect the active game and apply saved controller, motion, graphics, and power preferences automatically. Listed device families include ROG Ally, Steam Deck, Legion Go, MSI Claw, AYANEO, and GPD Win. Steam Deck support applies to Windows 10 or 11 installations; this is not a SteamOS application. The free public release costs nothing for Windows 10/11 on x86 and x64. Installation requires administrator rights to deploy services and drivers.