Remote.It vs MeritAgCheck
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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.
MeritAgCheck
This app helps UK farmers conduct daily safety checks on machinery and vehicles. It features a simple traffic light system for reporting defects, e-signatures, and the ability to upload safety documents. Premium features offer extensive customization and detailed reporting.
- Daily machinery and vehicle checks
- Traffic light defect reporting
- E-signature for checklists
- Upload safety documents
- Customizable checklists (Premium)
- QR code linking for equipment
- Machinery service history
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MeritAgCheck is The UK Farm Safety App. Essential features: - Free to download - Quick and easy daily checks - Simple traffic light system used for reporting defects - E-signature for completed checklists - Upload your Safe Working Practices and Risk Assessments - Log machinery refuelling (requires additional subscription) - Users can upgrade from Essential to Premium via the dashboard MeritAgCheck Premium is a comprehensive advancement to the MeritAgCheck app which offers increased functionality and added features for an affordable monthly subscription. The app manages all your critical safety checks helping to improve efficiency and productivity within your team and business environment. Premium features include the above, and the following: - Over 1000+ customisable checklists - Link QR codes to machines/equipment/buildings for easy checklist identification - Service history for machinery in the dashboard - Options to conduct daily, weekly or monthly checks - Full machinery history report generation from the dashboard - Buildings checklists now available - Upload training and licence records of team members - Free 30-day trial
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Verdict
The clearest difference is monetization model: Remote.It at free against MeritAgCheck's freemium. MeritAgCheck's advantage is review sentiment (85% vs 75%). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Remote.It ships an update every 3 months, MeritAgCheck every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Remote.It | MeritAgCheck |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (18 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | 84.6% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 18 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 40 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | remot3.it Inc. | Revolution Group Ltd |
Customer experience
Remote.It
MeritAgCheck
In-app purchases
Remote.It
No in-app purchases
MeritAgCheck
No in-app purchases
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