# Off Remote — Turn off your computers!

> Remote computer power management for iOS devices. (iPhone/iPad app by Hobbyist Software Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/off-remote/id314814952 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Hobbyist Software Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/291218199)
- Category: Lifestyle, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 56 App Store ratings · 307 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 26 MB
- Languages: Russian, Afrikaans, Albanian, Bulgarian, Slovenian, American English, Arabic, Hungarian, Dutch, Greek and 22 more
- Released: 2009-05-12
- Data updated: 2026-08-17
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/off-remote/id314814952/reviews.md

## What is Off Remote?

Off Remote lets you turn off, lock, sleep, log off and restart a PC or Mac directly from your iDevice.

Forgot to turn off the office computer? No need to get up. Want to stop the kid's marathon computer sessions? Do it remotely.

The timer function lets you set Off to trigger up to 24 hours in the future so you can set a computer to automatically turn off after a task such as completing a download or upload or to automatically lock at a certain time to limit a child's screen time.

If you want to know whether the computers in your house are turned off - you can check from your iDevice.

If you use a computer to stream videos or audio to your living room, then you can turn it off when you are finished without getting out of the sofa.

If you forget to turn things off at night then you can turn them off from wherever you are in the house.

It's simple to use. It's very handy. It saves you the effort of walking to your computer!


• Features •

- Turn Off, Lock, Restart, Log off, Sleep and Hibernate (not all computers can hibernate).
- Easily turn off your computer from anywhere in your house.
- Send a message before you turn the computer off 'Go to bed - it's past your bedtime!'
- Control any number of computers on your home network.
- Simple set up - Off Remote uses the same technology as the iTunes remote to connect over your local network to the helper on your computer.
- Automatically discovers your computers in your local network.
- Password protection makes sure that only you can turn off your computers!
- Supports Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Mac OS 10.5 Intel or higher.
- Universal app is compatible with iPad, iPhone and iPod touch.

• Reviews •

“Off is a brilliant yet simple app that allows me to easily control the power state of all the PCs in my house. It also lets me check to make sure that when my daughter assures me she turned her computer off, that she really did.”

“Very simple and easy to setup. When I say simple I didn't have to set anything up. Just install the server and the app picked up my laptop straight away. All the buttons worked, it's amazing. No more having to get out if bed to turn the laptop off for the night.”

'..it's the least you can do for the environment.' App Of My Eye.

“such a simple program yet it's so handy at work and home I use It every day! and it's cool to be able to turn ur pc/mac off from your iPhone or iPod :D”

“We often end up PC's being left on overnight and this app has helped us manage this ... ”

• System Requirements •

- Supports Windows 7 to 10
- Supports Mac OS 10.7 and above

• Languages •

Off Remote is currently translated to 8 languages. If you are willing to translate it to your language, or would like to improve the translations, please head over to hobbyistsoftware.com and follow the links


• Subscription Information •

Off Remote is supported through an auto-renewing subscription which you can choose to purchase within the app.

• The subscription is called 'Full Control - Annual'
• It is an annual subscription. It lets you use all features and removes adverts.
• It helps to support ongoing development and updating of the app
• Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase
• Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period
• Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period
• Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase


• Terms of use are available at https://HobbyistSoftware.com/terms
• Privacy policy is available at https://HobbyistSoftware.com/privacy

## Key features

- Turn off, lock, sleep, restart, log off
- Schedule future shutdowns
- Check computer power status
- Control multiple computers
- Send messages before shutdown
- Automatic computer discovery
- Password protection

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Control - Annual | $2.99 | per year |
| Full Control - Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Full Control - Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Full Control - Annual | $4.99 | per year |


## What do users think of Off Remote?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🚀 Works as intended
- 👍 Convenient and easy to use
- 💡 Useful for controlling kids' screen time
- 👍 Simple and straightforward

**Cons**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🔒 Concerns about privacy and data sharing
- 💰 Expensive paid version
- 🔒 Aggressive monetization with ads

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Doesn't work with certain Windows versions
- Crashes or freezes on some devices
- Unreliable connection to computers

**Most requested features**

- Wake on LAN functionality
- Remote desktop control
- Ability to turn on computers remotely

## Recent user reviews (10 of 307)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/off-remote/id314814952/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Mist-App Funktionslos

*2026-01-18*

Nur gegen Zahlung von 3,49€ jährlich soll was funktionieren - ansonsten geht gar nix

### 5/5 — Great app

*2025-04-24, version 5.08*

I have been using it for years now, Very useful app.

### 2/5 — Lack of support

*2025-02-05, version 5.08*

When I first purchased the app, I got great support to get it set up properly. However, there was a couple of issues in recent months but Support have not got back to me despite promising to do so, making the app effectively useless for me. Therefore, I can’t recommend Off as a purchase.

### 3/5 — Abo oder Kauf auf Lebenszeit?

*2023-08-07*

Etwas undurchsichtig ist das „in-app-Käufe-Menü“.
Es gibt innerhalb der app-Käufe zwei Optionen für 1-jähriges Abo.
Das etwas teurere davon kostet 5,99€.

Gleichzeitig wird eine pro-Version für 5,99€ angeboten.
Wo befindet sich eine lifetime-Option bzw. warum gibt es in der nicht-pro-Version zwei Optionen für 1 Jahr?
Bitte die Kauf/Abo-Optionen unbedingt harmonisieren und konsistent gestalten!

### 1/5 — don’t bother it’s paywalled

*2023-04-17, version 5.08*

“free”, it’s a massive paywall, you cannot do anything unless you buy the paid subscription, any buttons or clickable icons send you straight too the subscription screen, there isn’t a way too make any function work without that screen, side note, the UI is terrible looking. disappointing.

### 1/5 — Not free

*2023-03-19, version 5.08*

Nothing works on free version, every function needs a paid subscription

### 1/5 — One star. Doesn’t work anymore

*2023-01-17, version 5.07.01*

Forcing me to use a password I never set. Indefinitely loads after I try to enter one.

### 5/5 — Usfull app

*2022-09-06, version 5.07.01*

Simple and very usfull.

### 3/5 — Useful

*2022-07-26, version 5.07.01*

This app was useful

### 2/5 — What a scam

*2022-07-01, version 5.07.01*

You would expect a $5 app to work. It was working, then stopped working. Won’t connect.

## Frequently asked questions about Off Remote

### What can I do with Off Remote?

Off Remote allows you to remotely turn off, lock, sleep, log off, and restart your PC or Mac directly from your iPhone or iPad. You can also schedule future shutdowns, check the power status of your computers, and send messages before a shutdown.

### How does Off Remote connect to my computer?

The app uses a simple setup process that connects over your local network. It utilizes technology similar to the iTunes remote to connect to a helper application installed on your computer. It automatically discovers computers on your network.

### What computers are supported by Off Remote?

Off Remote supports Windows 7 to 10 and Mac OS 10.7 and above. The app is a universal app compatible with iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch.

### Is Off Remote free to use?

Off Remote is supported through an auto-renewing subscription, which you can purchase within the app. This subscription provides full control over your computers.

### Can I use Off Remote to limit my child's computer time?

Yes, the timer function allows you to set a computer to automatically turn off or lock up to 24 hours in the future. This is useful for limiting a child's screen time or ensuring a computer turns off after a specific task.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.08 — 2023-03-10

Rewritten with more shiny, and the same great features.
Generally better looking, more modern and ready for the latest Apple Devices.
Fixed display for delays

### 5.07.01 — 2021-07-24

Rewritten with more shiny, and the same great features.
Generally better looking, more modern and ready for the latest Apple Devices.
Fixed display for delays

### 5.04 — 2020-07-29

Rewritten with more shiny, and the same great features.
Generally better looking, more modern and ready for the latest Apple Devices.
Fixed issue with password login

### 5.03 — 2020-05-27

Rewritten with more shiny, and the same great features.
Generally better looking, more modern and ready for the latest Apple Devices.
Fixes issue with log off & force commands not working.

### 5.02 — 2020-05-12

Rewritten with more shiny, and the same great features.
Generally better looking, more modern and ready for the latest Apple Devices.

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