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Head-to-head · Game Remote Play Software

PXPlay vs Apollo

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
Higher score PXPlay #6 in Game Remote Play Software 8.7/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 3 features Visit PXPlay
Apollo #8 in Game Remote Play Software 8.5/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Apollo

PXPlay leads on 0 checks, Apollo on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scorePXPlay · 8.7/10
  • Free planboth
  • Most featuresPXPlay · 3 of 3

PXPlay scores higher on our rubric for game remote play software: 8.7 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #6 and #8.

PXPlay is the better fit for flexible PlayStation streaming across many platforms. Apollo is the better fit for self-hosted streaming with client controls.

  • PXPlay fits best

    Flexible PlayStation streaming across many platforms

  • Apollo fits best

    Self-hosted streaming with client controls

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Side by side

Feature PXPlay 8.7/10 Visit ↗ Apollo 8.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.7 8.5
Ranking #6 in Game Remote Play Software #8 in Game Remote Play Software
Best for Flexible PlayStation streaming across many platforms Self-hosted streaming with client controls
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free
Starting price — Free plan
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Self-hosted, Desktop
Platforms Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Windows, macOS, Linux
Support Email, Community, Docs Community, Docs
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business
Features PXPlay 3/3 · Apollo 0/3
Console support ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Multi-monitor support ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Local co-op support ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Specs
Host platforms PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 Windows, macOS, Linux
Client platforms Android, iOS, Apple TV, Windows, Linux, macOS Android
Maximum resolution 4k 4k
Maximum frame rate Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Supports PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 remote streaming
  • Covers Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and Apple TV
  • Includes 4K streaming, multi-monitor support, and console profiles
  • Hardware encoding for AMD, Intel, and Nvidia GPUs
  • Virtual display with client resolution and frame-rate matching
  • Per-client permissions, clipboard sync, and connection commands
Cons
  • Separate licenses apply across platform-specific versions
  • Advanced features are split between PC, Android, and iOS unlocks
  • Mobile pricing and availability can vary by region
  • Integrated Artemis client support is currently Android-only
  • Virtual-display support is currently Windows-only
  • Self-hosted setup places configuration and pairing on the user
Our verdict

PXPlay is remote-play software for streaming games from PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 consoles to personal devices. It is designed for players who want more ways to access their console library beyond a single screen, with clients for…

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Apollo is an open-source host for streaming games and desktop sessions to Artemis and compatible clients. It is aimed at users who want to manage their own streaming environment rather than use a commercial SaaS service. Host support is…

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  1. PXPlayGame Remote Play Software 8.7Free plan
  2. ApolloGame Remote Play Software 8.5Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • PXPlay — where it wins

    • Supports PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 remote streaming
    • Covers Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and Apple TV
    • Includes 4K streaming, multi-monitor support, and console profiles

    Where it doesn't

    • Separate licenses apply across platform-specific versions
    • Advanced features are split between PC, Android, and iOS unlocks
    • Mobile pricing and availability can vary by region

  • Apollo — where it wins

    • Hardware encoding for AMD, Intel, and Nvidia GPUs
    • Virtual display with client resolution and frame-rate matching
    • Per-client permissions, clipboard sync, and connection commands

    Where it doesn't

    • Integrated Artemis client support is currently Android-only
    • Virtual-display support is currently Windows-only
    • Self-hosted setup places configuration and pairing on the user
  • PXPlay8.7/10 · Free plan

    A flexible PlayStation streaming option with free access, paid unlocks, and 4K support.

    Visit PXPlayFull verdict →
  • Apollo8.5/10 · Free plan

    A capable free host for self-managed streaming, with Android-centered client coverage.

    Visit ApolloFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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