Comparison

Mesh++ vs Simple Remote (MONITOUCH)

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

Head to head
About

Mesh++

Manage and control Mesh++ networks and nodes remotely. Monitor network status, capacity, and user counts. Easily create new networks and configure new nodes via Bluetooth.

Highlights
  • Remote network control
  • Node management
  • Network status monitoring
  • Create new networks
  • Bluetooth node setup
  • Configure network settings
Features
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Use this app to control Mesh++ networks and nodes from anywhere in the world, operate them via Bluetooth, and more. The status page for an individual network will show the online/offline status, current capacity, number of users, and more. On a network's "nodes" tab, you can move nodes between networks and view their status. To create a network: 1. Go to the "Create" tab and click "Network" 2. Fill in the location, SSIDs, channel, etc. and click "Create" 3. Your new network will now be accessible on the "Dashboard" home page! Getting started with a new node: 1. Go to the "BLE Search" tab with the bottom of the device near. 2. Click on node to connect to it. 3. Turn the node on via the slider in the top right. The bottom LEDs should begin to flash. 4. A button to "set up node" will allow you to add it to a network and configure it.

About

Simple Remote (MONITOUCH)

Control and monitor MONITOUCH Programmable Operator Interfaces remotely from your iPhone or iPad. Adjust machines, check production lines, and troubleshoot issues without being physically present. Supports pinch-to-zoom and multiple unit registration.

Highlights
  • Remote control of MONITOUCH devices
  • Monitor machines and production lines
  • Troubleshoot from distant locations
  • Pinch to zoom for high visibility
  • Register multiple units for easy switching
  • Multi-language menu support
Features
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"Simple Remote" lets you control screens of Programmable Operator Interface - MONITOUCH from your iPhone or iPad. User registration is not required at all. Simply install the application on your iPhone or iPad and it's ready for use. === Application Examples === - Adjustment of machines or production lines You can easily monitor screens of MONITOUCH on your iPhone or iPad. There is no need to stand in front of the MONITOUCH unit to check the status of machines or production lines. - Operation in clean room There is no need to gear up and enter the clean room to check screens. Just start up "Simple Remote" on your iPhone or iPad for remote monitoring and control of the MONITOUCH that is located in the clean room. It's useful for a quick checkup. - Troubleshooting In combination with a Wi-Fi router, you can operate the MONITOUCH from a distant location such as a control room as long as both MONITOUCH and your iPhone or iPad are connected to the same network. You can troubleshoot or verify what's happening without going to the site. (e.g. MONITOUCH: wired LAN, iPhone or iPad: wireless LAN) === Key Features === - Pinch to Zoom feature is supported. High visibility is ensured even on the iPhone. - By registering multiple units (IP address), you can easily switch the target MONITOUCH to operate remotely. - Menu can be displayed in 5 languages (English, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese) === Compatible MONITOUCH Models === with wireless LAN *1: V9 series [Advanced] *2 V9101iWRLD, V9100iWRLD, V9071iWRLD, V9070iWRLD V9 series [Standard] *3 V9150iXRD, V9120iSRD, V9120iSRBD, V9100iSRD, V9100iSRBD, V9080iSRD, V9080iSRBD without wireless LAN *4: V9 series other than listed above TS2000 series TS2060i TS1000 Smart series TS1070Si, TS1100Si TS1000 series TS1070i, TS1071i, TS1100i, TS1101i === Remarks === *1 Only iPhone or iPad is required for use, but please note that the communication distance with the V9's wireless LAN is limited. Connection check is suggested before use. If the connection is not strong enough, please install a Wi-Fi router. *2 Complied with Radio Act in Japan, USA, Canada, Europe, Korea. Please use a Wi-Fi router in other countries. *3 Complied with Radio Act in Japan only. Please use a Wi-Fi router in other countries. *4 Installation of Wi-Fi router is required. a link to the source code https://gitlab.com/iiordanov/remote-desktop-clients-ios

Screenshots

Mesh++4 screens
Simple Remote (MONITOUCH)3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Simple Remote (MONITOUCH) at 100% against Mesh++'s 0%. Simple Remote (MONITOUCH) also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). Mesh++'s advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 7 months) and ratings volume (13 vs 3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Simple Remote (MONITOUCH) holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Mesh++'s written reviews are positive against 100% of Simple Remote (MONITOUCH)'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mesh++ ships an update every 3 months, Simple Remote (MONITOUCH) every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on July 5, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Mesh++ versus Simple Remote (MONITOUCH): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMesh++Simple Remote (MONITOUCH)
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (13 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings13 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 7 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMeshPlusPlus, Inc.HAKKO ELECTRONICS CO.,LTD.

Customer experience

Mesh++

All ratings13 ratings
Positive76.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative23.1%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Simple Remote (MONITOUCH)

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Mesh++

No in-app purchases

None

Simple Remote (MONITOUCH)

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Mesh++ free?
Mesh++ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Simple Remote (MONITOUCH) free?
Simple Remote (MONITOUCH) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Mesh++ or Simple Remote (MONITOUCH)?
Simple Remote (MONITOUCH) is rated higher. Mesh++ averages 4.2 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Simple Remote (MONITOUCH) averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Mesh++ or Simple Remote (MONITOUCH) have ads?
Neither Mesh++ nor Simple Remote (MONITOUCH) shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mesh++ or Simple Remote (MONITOUCH)?
Mesh++ ships an update every 3 months, and Simple Remote (MONITOUCH) every 7 months. Most recently, Mesh++ was updated on July 5, 2026 and Simple Remote (MONITOUCH) on June 1, 2026.

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