Comparison

AirMirror vs HopToDesk

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

Head to head
About

AirMirror

This app allows you to remotely view and assist others with their phone issues in real-time. Connect via a 9-digit code to share screens, chat, or make voice calls for seamless support.

Highlights
  • Remote screen sharing
  • Real-time communication
  • 9-digit connection code
  • Text chat
  • Voice messages
  • Voice calls
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Have you ever experienced wasting lots of time, trying to explain some simple settings through a phone call, but still failed to solve your parents or friend's phone issue? Frustrated, isn't it? From now on, you can have an easier remote support solution: AirMirror With AirMirror, you can directly see the other phone’s screen on your iOS device while talking to them in real-time, helping you find and solve problems free from the hassle. **Quick Guide** 1. If you are the helper, please install this app: AirMirror. 2. For the person who needs help, please download the controlled end app, AirDroid Remote Support. 3. On AirDroid Remote Support, you can see a 9-digit connection code; enter it on AirMirror and you are in connection. **Features** 1. Quick Connection by 9-digit Connection Code You can connect your friend or family simply by their 9-digit Connection Code. 2. Screen sharing in one tap Once the connection succeeded, tap the button to invite your friend or parents to share their screen, and you can directly view their phone's screen in real-time. 3. Multiple ways to communicate During the whole remote support process, you can text in the chatbox or send voice messages to your family or friend. In addition, you can make a voice call to them to have better communication. **Remote Support Auto-renew Subscriptions** 1. There’re two following types: $2.49/ Month $23.99/ Year 2. Remote Support subscription will be charged to your iTunes account. 3. Subscription will be charged and auto-renewed in 24 hours based on your purchased type. 4. Please cancel the subscription at least 24 hours before the current period ends. 5. Privacy Policy: https://rs.airdroid.info/#/Privacy 6. Payment Terms: https://rs.airdroid.info/#/Payment 7. EULA: https://rs.airdroid.info/#/Eula

About

HopToDesk

Access and control your computer remotely from your iPhone or iPad. This secure app allows you to manage files, run applications, and provide technical support with end-to-end encryption. It's ideal for remote work and system management.

Highlights
  • Screen Share
  • Remote Control
  • Wake-On-LAN
  • 2FA Security
  • Low Latency
  • End-to-end encryption
Features
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Introducing HopToDesk, your free and secure remote control app for seamless access to your computer from anywhere in the world. Stay connected to your files and applications or provide remote assistance with reliable end-to-end encryption, all from the comfort of your iPhone or iPad device. A perfect tool for working from home, IT support, and managing remote systems for any purpose. HopToDesk is free for personal and business use. Quick Start 1. Install and launch HopToDesk on both systems you wish to connect. 2. Enter the ID of the remote desktop that you wish to connect to. 3. Allow the connection or enter the password to start the remote session. Highlights include: + Screen Share + Remote Control + Wake-On-LAN + 2FA Security + Low Latency

Screenshots

AirMirror3 screens
HopToDesk4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: HopToDesk at 4.7 against AirMirror's 2.0. HopToDesk also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). AirMirror's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 7 months) and ratings volume (30 vs 6). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. AirMirror sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. HopToDesk asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

HopToDesk holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AirMirror has 30 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 15% of AirMirror's written reviews are positive against 50% of HopToDesk's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AirMirror ships an update every 3 months, HopToDesk every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on August 30, 2026 and July 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
AirMirror versus HopToDesk: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAirMirrorHopToDesk
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (30 ratings)4.7 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews15.4% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings30 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 7 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB57 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSAND STUDIO CORPORATION LIMITEDHopToDesk

Customer experience

AirMirror

All ratings30 ratings
Positive20.0%
Neutral6.7%
Negative73.3%
Written reviews39 reviews
Positive15.4%
Neutral2.6%
Negative82.1%

HopToDesk

All ratings6 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

AirMirror

Subscriptions2
  • AirMirror Membership$2.991 Month
  • AirMirror Membership$23.991 Year
None

HopToDesk

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AirMirror free?
AirMirror is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HopToDesk free?
HopToDesk is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, AirMirror or HopToDesk?
HopToDesk is rated higher. AirMirror averages 2.0 out of 5 from 30 ratings, while HopToDesk averages 4.7 from 6 ratings.
Do AirMirror or HopToDesk have ads?
AirMirror shows ads; HopToDesk does not.
Which is updated more often, AirMirror or HopToDesk?
AirMirror ships an update every 3 months, and HopToDesk every 7 months. Most recently, AirMirror was updated on August 30, 2026 and HopToDesk on July 24, 2026.

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