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Head-to-head · Game Remote Play Software

Moonlight Web vs PS Remote Play

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 3 checks side by side
Higher score Moonlight Web #3 in Game Remote Play Software 9.1/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 1 of 3 features Visit Moonlight Web
PS Remote Play #5 in Game Remote Play Software 8.9/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 2 of 3 features Visit PlayStation

Moonlight Web leads on 0 checks, PS Remote Play on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreMoonlight Web · 9.1/10
  • Free planboth
  • Most featuresPS Remote Play · 2 of 3

Moonlight Web scores higher on our rubric for game remote play software: 9.1 against 8.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #5.

On maximum resolution, Moonlight Web gives you 4k where PS Remote Play offers 1080p.

Moonlight Web is the better fit for browser-based streaming with advanced video options. PS Remote Play is the better fit for playStation owners wanting official remote play.

  • Moonlight Web fits best

    Browser-based streaming with advanced video options

  • PS Remote Play fits best

    PlayStation owners wanting official remote play

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Side by side

Feature Moonlight Web 9.1/10 Visit ↗ PS Remote Play 8.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.1 8.9
Ranking #3 in Game Remote Play Software #5 in Game Remote Play Software
Best for Browser-based streaming with advanced video options PlayStation owners wanting official remote play
Pricing model Free Free
Starting price Free plan Free plan
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Self-hosted, Desktop Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
Support Community, Docs Docs
Built for Solo, Small business Solo
Features Moonlight Web 1/3 · PS Remote Play 2/3
Console support Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Multi-monitor support Not checked yet Not checked yet
Local co-op support ✓ ✓
Specs
Host platforms Windows, Linux, macOS PS5, PS4
Client platforms Modern web browsers on PC, Mac, tablet, phone, and TV PlayStation Portal, PS5, PS4, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Android TV
Maximum resolution 4k 1080p
Maximum frame rate Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Streams through WebRTC with H.264, HEVC, and AV1 support
  • Supports up to 4K HDR and configurable streaming up to 240 FPS
  • Works with multiple hosts and supports session sharing for three guests
  • Free access for PS4 and PS5 remote play
  • Works over Wi-Fi or mobile data across many device types
  • Supports PlayStation controllers, touch controls, and local multiplayer
Cons
  • Requires a self-hosted desktop or server installation
  • Depends on a compatible host such as Sunshine, Apollo, Wolf, or MultiSeat
  • Advanced streaming options may require suitable browser and host hardware
  • Requires a compatible PS4 or PS5 console, game, account, and broadband
  • Maximum resolution is 1080p
  • Regional restrictions and game compatibility rules apply
Our verdict

Moonlight Web is a self-hosted game-streaming client and host for people who want to play PC games through a modern browser. The installed host runs on Windows, Linux, or macOS, while clients can connect from a browser on a PC, Mac,…

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PS Remote Play is a free PlayStation feature and app for streaming games from PS4 and PS5 consoles to compatible devices. It is aimed at PlayStation owners who want to continue playing away from the connected television, whether on a…

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  1. Moonlight WebGame Remote Play Software 9.1Free plan
  2. PS Remote PlayGame Remote Play Software 8.9Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Moonlight Web — where it wins

    • Streams through WebRTC with H.264, HEVC, and AV1 support
    • Supports up to 4K HDR and configurable streaming up to 240 FPS
    • Works with multiple hosts and supports session sharing for three guests

    Where it doesn't

    • Requires a self-hosted desktop or server installation
    • Depends on a compatible host such as Sunshine, Apollo, Wolf, or MultiSeat
    • Advanced streaming options may require suitable browser and host hardware

  • PS Remote Play — where it wins

    • Free access for PS4 and PS5 remote play
    • Works over Wi-Fi or mobile data across many device types
    • Supports PlayStation controllers, touch controls, and local multiplayer

    Where it doesn't

    • Requires a compatible PS4 or PS5 console, game, account, and broadband
    • Maximum resolution is 1080p
    • Regional restrictions and game compatibility rules apply

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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