The best PlayStation Portal alternatives in 2025

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The PlayStation Portal has been something of a surprise hit, with many PS5 owners flocking to the remote play device for a new way to experience their favorite PlayStation games. Even so, it's quite a niche device that isn't going to appeal to everyone. 

We're well-versed in handheld gaming so have put together a range of similar devices for your consideration if you're currently after a compelling alternative to the streaming peripheral. There's nothing that quite replaces the Portal in a like-for-like way, but there are a whole host of PlayStation Portal alternatives that you can consider if you are a little more flexible in terms of brief and budget.

To help you guide you through your options, we've rounded up all the best PlayStation Portal alternatives and their cheapest prices right here.

PlayStation Portal alternatives

Backbone One controller: $99.99 at Amazon

Backbone One controller: $99.99 at Amazon
The go-to device if you can't get your hands on the PS Portal. Compatible with most mobile phones, the Backbone One controller is the closest PlayStation Portal alternative. Just make sure you buy the right version with the correct connector for your device. 

Price check: Best Buy - $99.99

UK price: Amazon - £99.99

Nintendo Switch Lite (Blue): $179.99 at Walmart

Nintendo Switch Lite (Blue): $179.99 at Walmart
This is a strong price for a Nintendo Switch Lite, as they hold their $199.99 price tag quite stubbornly. This small console is a good PlayStation Portal alternative by virtue of costing the same - it'll also play Nintendo games natively and be an excellent on-the-go gaming option. It is only compatible with Nintendo Switch games though, so that's worth bearing in mind.

Price check: Best Buy - $199.99 | Amazon - $199

UK price: Amazon - £199

Nintendo Switch OLED: $319.97 at Walmart

Nintendo Switch OLED: $319.97 at Walmart
Taking things up a notch, the Nintendo Switch OLED is a superb PlayStation Portal alternative. It offers a more premium screen, more storage, and better speakers compared to the base model of the Nintendo Switch and the Nintendo Switch Lite.

Price check: Amazon - $349

Price check: Amazon - £269.95

Logitech G Cloud: $299.99 at Amazon

Logitech G Cloud: $299.99 at Amazon
All things considered, the Logitech G Cloud is a solid cloud gaming system. While this is a PlayStation Portal alternative in the sense that it's a gaming handheld device, remember that this won't work with the PS Remote Play App so is strictly for gaming via the likes of Xbox Cloud Gaming or the Steam Link app.

Price check: Best Buy - $299.99

UK price: Amazon - £299

ASUS ROG Ally: $499.99 at Best Buy

ASUS ROG Ally: $499.99 at Best Buy
Although it is a fair bit more expensive, the ROG Ally handheld is a very strong alternative to the PlayStation Portal. Differing from the PlayStation Portal in the fact that it can natively play PC games, it's got great specs and superb build quality.

Price check: Walmart - $554.99

UK price: Currys - £549

Steam Deck 64GB: $499 $419.67 at Amazon

Steam Deck 64GB: was $499 now $419.67 at Amazon
The original Steam Deck is seeing lots of price cuts now that the newer OLED model has been released. As far as PlayStation Portal alternatives go, this is one of the most capable and multi-faceted options and gives you a wealth of portable gaming options. 

UK price: Amazon - £399

If you need some more advice, we also have a breakdown of the PlayStation Portal vs Backbone One in addition to answering if you should you buy a PlayStation Portal. For a more general look at PlayStation Portal alternatives, check out the latest prices on a range of options below.

PlayStation Portal alternatives - FAQs

Should you buy a PlayStation Portal alternative?

If you are really committed to going for a gaming handheld device then you should seriously consider one of our picks for best PlayStation Portal alternative. They might not offer exactly the same experience or function as the PlayStation Portal but as portable gaming experiences go, these are all top options.

Is the PlayStation Portal worth it?

If your main goal with a handheld gaming device is to find another way to play your existing PS5 game library then the PlayStation Portal is absolutely worth it. It nails it's singular function brilliantly and is the perfect way to take your PS5 into your hands in order to free up the TV for someone else.

Looking for more on the Portal? Check out our guide to the best PlayStation Portal games for some excellent remote play experiences.

Rob Dwiar
Managing Editor, TechRadar Gaming

Rob is the Managing Editor of TechRadar Gaming, a video games journalist, critic, editor, and writer, and has years of experience gained from multiple publications. Prior to being TechRadar Gaming's Managing Editor, he was TRG's Deputy Editor, and a longstanding member of GamesRadar+, being the Commissioning Editor for Hardware there for years, while also squeezing in a short stint as Gaming Editor at WePC just before joining TechRadar Gaming. He is also a writer on tech, gaming hardware, and video games but also gardens and landscapes, combining the two areas in an upcoming book on video game landscapes that you can back and pre-order now.

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