Gamepad Mapper vs Xbox 360 Controller Emulator
Gamepad Mapper
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| Figure | Gamepad Mapper | Xbox 360 Controller Emulator |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | ₹299/mo | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 10 | 1 |
| Spec score · Controller Mapping Software | 8.0 (#12) | 7.0 (#26) |
| Purpose | The app lets users control a Mac and its applications with a gamepad or joystick by simulating mouse and keyboard inputs. | It lets gamepads, joysticks, steering wheels, pedals, and other controllers function on a PC as an Xbox 360 controller. |
Plans
Gamepad Mapper
- Free appFree
- All Access - Monthly₹299 a month
- Brightness Controls₹299, paid once
- Function Key₹299, paid once
- System Conveniences₹299, paid once
- Auto Enable Configuration₹399, paid once
- Mappings Combination Function₹399, paid once
- PS5 Controller Driver₹399, paid once
- Switch Pro Controller Driver₹399, paid once
- Xbox SeriesX Controller Driver₹399, paid once
Xbox 360 Controller Emulator
- Xbox 360 Controller EmulatorFree
In their own words
Gamepad Mapper
Gamepad Mapper lets users control a Mac and its applications with a gamepad or joystick, translating controller inputs into mouse and keyboard actions. Mouse mappings can move the cursor, click, scroll, drag and double-click, with adjustable cursor and scroll speed. Keyboard mappings can assign keys, repeat presses and use F1–F12. The app also lists system controls for playback, volume, mute, brightness, Mission Control, App Exposé, desktop switching and Show Desktop. A mapping combination feature can trigger multiple commands simultaneously. Listed controllers include Xbox Series X, PS5, Nintendo Switch Pro, Xbox One, DualShock 4 and 3, Xbox 360, Logitech and SteelSeries Nimbus models, among others. Connections can use USB or Bluetooth, and the axis dead zone is adjustable. The app has light and dark modes and can auto-enable the last active configuration when a controller connects. It requires macOS 12.0 or later and is for Mac only. The download is free with in-app purchases; the listed All Access plan is ₹299 a month.
Xbox 360 Controller Emulator
Xbox 360 Controller Emulator has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.