Alfred Remote

Alfred Remote

by Running with Crayons Ltd

13 ratings
145 reviews
#122 in paid Productivity
🔧 Utilities
📊 Productivity
$4.99

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • January 28, 2015
  • April 15, 2021
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Control your Mac's Alfred application from your iPhone or iPad. Access system commands, launch apps, open files, and manage workflows remotely. Enhances productivity by providing quick access to your Mac's features.

Control Alfred on Mac
System commands (lock, restart, sleep)
Launch applications and preferences
Open files, folders, and websites
Paste clipboard snippets
Run scripts and AppleScripts
Control Music.app
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What's New in Alfred Remote

1.5

April 15, 2021

We've added bigger grids (up to 6x6), better Split View support and refreshed navigation. - Updated to take advantage of modern iOS device sizes and layouts - Rewritten framework for improved performance and future-proofing - Improved navigation layout for faster page switching - Additional features available when using Alfred 4.3.3 and above - Button grids can now be up to 6x6 in size - Button labels can be hidden for a cleaner look

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Last updated on July 31, 2026.

User reviews

You basically need to Buy this App and the 60€ Upgrade for Alfred on your Mac aswell.

If you dont buy the Upgrade pack for 60€ you basically can’t use this App
Even though there are other Apps that can do this for free
Id recommend „Elgato streamdeck“ for iPhone. It is way better, still gets Updates unlike this excuse of an App.
Not good do not recommend.

Why has this ridiculous thing only been updated twice since it was first released 10+ years ago?

Especially given how much Alfred for Mac still promotes it, links to it, and continues to include it in new work flows. The current version isn’t even designed for the current version of Alfred (5.5)! Its last update was 3 years ago and designed for Alfred 4. I wonder how many potential customers of Alfred for Mac were turned off when they saw this bizarre app. I was put off from anything Alfred for years - when I first heard of Alfred I looked it up on my phone to see what the internet had to say about it, and this iOs Alfred app showed up for me to click before even any search engine results. I was just as embarrassed for Alfred then than I am know. Only difference is that I forgot about the remote app for so many years that I did actually eventually get the Mac version. So now I’m embarrassed on behalf of both the team AND myself.
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Briliant!

Does everything that’s needed to remotely control Alfred on my Mac

Don’t buy

App is unreliable. It allowed me to connect and hasn’t allowed me to connect since. Don’t waste your money.

Meh. Not as good as it could be.

Compared to something like Elgato Streamdeck, this is an app that leaves the user wanting more. Alfred on the Mac is very useful but takes a lot of time setting things up and the iPad version is pretty much the same, it takes a lot of setting up. It would be nice if we could shrink the sidebar, if the Mac app would replicate the chosen grid layout, etc. I do like how it stays awake though - even when the Mac goes to sleep. However, I’m sticking to Streamdeck - which I didn’t discover before buying this app else I wouldn’t have bought it.
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FAQ

What does Alfred Remote do?

Alfred Remote acts as a command center for Alfred on your Mac, allowing you to control its features directly from your iPhone or iPad. You can execute system commands, launch applications, open files and websites, paste snippets, run scripts, and even control your Mac's Music.app.

What are the key features of Alfred Remote?

Key features include showing Alfred on your Mac, executing system commands like locking or restarting, launching applications and system preferences, opening defined files and folders, accessing websites and bookmarks, pasting clipboard snippets, running user-defined scripts, and controlling Music.app playback.

Is Alfred Remote free to use?

Yes, Alfred Remote is a free application. However, to control Alfred's Powerpack features, you will need to have the Powerpack for Alfred installed on your Mac.

What are the minimum requirements to use Alfred Remote?

Alfred Remote requires Alfred 3.8.6 or later on your Mac (Alfred 4 is recommended) running macOS 10.9+. Your iPhone or iPad needs to be on iOS 12 or later. Crucially, both your Mac and your iOS device must be connected to the same network (Wi-Fi or wired).

How do I set up Alfred Remote with my Mac?

To set up, ensure your Mac and iOS device are on the same network. Open Alfred's Remote preferences on your Mac and select 'Add iOS Remote'. Then, open Alfred Remote on your iOS device to the 'Add' screen, select your Mac when it appears, and enter the passcode shown on your Mac.