Comparison

Remote.It vs TRIGGERcmd

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Remote.It

This app simplifies complex network configurations, enabling secure and instant access to cloud or local computers, virtual machines, and devices. It eliminates the need for port forwarding and offers Zero Trust Network Access for enhanced security. Ideal for remote access and managing diverse network environments without technical expertise.

Highlights
  • Remote access to cloud and local computers
  • No port forwarding required
  • Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)
  • Connect to any device on any network
  • Intuitive and user-friendly interface
  • Real-time network status notifications
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The Remote.It app streamlines complex network configurations, making them accessible and manageable from anywhere. Whether you're connecting to cloud or local computers, virtual machines, Docker environments, or devices on multi-NAT or CGNAT networks like mobile 5G or Starlink, Remote.It provides instant, secure, and code-based networking solutions for seamless connectivity. * Remote Access Anywhere: Access work from home or vice versa, and connect to cloud resources in AWS or other public cloud providers wherever you are. * No Network Headaches: Don't worry about complex network settings. Remote.It automatically manages and reconfigures when devices move locations. * Eliminates the need for port forwarding: Simplify connectivity and make connections that were not possible without public IP addresses and ports. * User-Friendly Interface: Navigate through the app with an intuitive and clean interface, making network management accessible for those without technical expertise. * Real-Time Notifications: Stay informed with instant updates and alerts about your network's status, ensuring you're always in the loop. * Device and Service Agnostic: Connect to any device on any kind of network. Access remote devices with SSH, HTTP, HTTPS, RDP, VNC, and more. * Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA): Implementing ZTNA, Remote.It ensures secure, least-privileged access based on specific services, enhancing security and minimizing human error in access configurations. Remote.It combines the simplicity for everyday users with the robust features required for advanced and complex scenarios. Requires a free Remote.It account. Commercial usage requires a paid subscription.

About

TRIGGERcmd

Control your computers remotely by running custom commands. Automate tasks like installing updates, opening garage doors, or executing scripts from your mobile device. Securely trigger actions without exposing your command details.

Highlights
  • Run custom commands remotely
  • Automate computer tasks
  • Secure trigger system
  • Install updates remotely
  • Open garage doors
  • Execute scripts
Features
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Your commands could install updates, open your garage, run a script, or anything else you decide. 1. Go to triggercmd.com and created an account. 2. Install a TRIGGERcmd agent on your computer. 3. Setup commands you want to trigger remotely. 4. Log into this app and trigger your commands. Each command gets a trigger. Only the triggers are stored in the cloud, not the actual commands. If you use social authentication (Facebook, Twitter, or Google) to create your account, you'll also need to set a password in your user profile. Click your name in the upper-right after logging in at triggercmd.com to access your profile.

Screenshots

Remote.It4 screens
TRIGGERcmd3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TRIGGERcmd at 5.0 against Remote.It's 4.1. Remote.It's advantage is ratings volume (18 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TRIGGERcmd holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote.It has 18 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote.It ships an update every 3 months, TRIGGERcmd every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Remote.It versus TRIGGERcmd: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote.ItTRIGGERcmd
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (18 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings18 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerremot3.it Inc.VanderMey Consulting, LLC

Customer experience

Remote.It

All ratings18 ratings
Positive77.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative22.2%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

TRIGGERcmd

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Remote.It

No in-app purchases

None

TRIGGERcmd

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Remote.It free?
Remote.It is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TRIGGERcmd free?
TRIGGERcmd is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Remote.It or TRIGGERcmd?
TRIGGERcmd is rated higher. Remote.It averages 4.1 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while TRIGGERcmd averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Remote.It or TRIGGERcmd have ads?
Neither Remote.It nor TRIGGERcmd shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Remote.It or TRIGGERcmd?
Remote.It ships an update every 3 months, and TRIGGERcmd every 4 months. Most recently, Remote.It was updated on September 13, 2026 and TRIGGERcmd on September 17, 2026.

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