Exif Eraser vs Monster Remote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Exif Eraser
Easily view and remove sensitive metadata from your photos. Protect your privacy by clearing EXIF information before sharing images.
- View photo EXIF information
- Clear EXIF information
- Share EXIF information
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Exif Eraser removes hidden data from photos before you share them. GPS coordinates, camera model, and capture time stay on this iPhone—nothing is uploaded, and there is no account. Photos can reveal more than the picture. A street, a home, the phone you used, and when you were there often live in EXIF, IPTC, and XMP tags. Exif Eraser shows those risks, then writes a cleaned copy. WHY IT MATTERS • Location: GPS can pinpoint the street or home where a photo was taken • Device: make, model, and lens can identify the camera you used • Timestamp: capture time can show when you were at a place HOW IT WORKS • Select one photo or a batch from your library (up to 30) • Review location, device, and timestamps at a glance—open any photo for full EXIF • Choose All metadata, or Location only if you want to keep camera settings • Save a copy to the Exif Eraser album, share a cleaned file, or replace the original in Photos PRIVACY FIRST • Processed entirely on your iPhone or iPad • No cloud, no analytics, no tracking, no sign-in • Save Copy keeps the original; Replace Original is optional and only runs when you choose it
Monster Remote
Control your compatible home gym machine wirelessly from your iPhone or iPad. Adjust weight, mirror the machine's screen, and use voice commands for hands-free operation. Enhance your workouts with custom overlays and integrated content.
- Wireless remote control
- Weight adjustment
- Live screen mirroring
- Tap and swipe control
- Customizable workout overlays
- Voice commands (Hot Mic, Siri, Alexa)
- Launch YouTube and websites on machine screen
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Monster Remote is a wireless remote-control app for compatible home gym machines like the Speediance Gym Monster 1 & 2. Use your iPhone or iPad to control weight, open a live screen mirror, tap and swipe on the mirrored display, configure workout overlays, launch videos or websites on the machine screen, and trigger supported actions with Hot Mic voice commands, Siri Shortcuts, Alexa, and smart home integrations. Main features: • Quick weight control Turn weight on or off and increase or decrease the load in configurable steps. • Live Remote Mirror View the machine screen directly on your iPhone or iPad. • Tap and swipe control Use the mirrored screen like a remote touch display. Tap buttons, swipe through screens, and control supported areas from your device. • Workout overlays Show useful training information directly on the machine screen, including current exercise progress, cable position, bench angle, accessories, and recent set history. • Customizable overlay display Choose which overlay elements should be visible and adjust the overlay background, border, and transparency to match your workout view. (workout number, cable setting, bench angle, historical weight + reps for each exercise) • Recent set history Display previous set values for the current exercise so you can quickly compare your latest training performance without leaving the workout screen. • Hot Mic voice commands Control supported workout actions by voice without reaching for the machine screen. Use commands like weight on, weight off, heavier, lighter, weight to, start training, pause, skip rest, continue set, new set, new movement, spotter controls, training mode changes, accessory changes, and screen flip. • Bluetooth microphone support Use the built-in microphone, AirPods, or other compatible Bluetooth microphones and headsets for voice control. • YouTube on the machine screen Open YouTube videos on the GM display for workouts, tutorials, coaching content, or entertainment during training. • Websites on the machine screen Send websites to the machine display for training programs, timers, notes, instructions, or anything else you want available while working out. • Siri Shortcuts Trigger supported actions through Siri Shortcuts and personal automations. • Alexa support Control supported actions through Alexa voice routines and compatible automation setups. • Smart home integration Connect Monster Remote with your personal smart home workflows and automation scenes. • No extra hardware required Monster Remote works over your local network. No additional remote, bridge, hub, or dedicated hardware is required. • Wireless setup Connect to your supported machine over the local network after setup. • Clean workout-focused design Fast access to the controls you need without unnecessary clutter. Monster Remote is designed for users who want easier access to their training controls, especially during workouts where reaching the machine screen is inconvenient. Important: Monster Remote requires a compatible machine, local network access, and a completed wireless setup. Some features depend on the machine software version, screen state, voice setup, network quality, and device configuration. Network note: Monster Remote communicates with your machine over your local Wi-Fi network. For the best experience, use a stable connection and keep your iPhone or iPad on the same local network as your machine. Disclaimer: Monster Remote is an unofficial app. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or connected to Speediance. Speediance and Gym Monster are trademarks or product names of their respective owners. Use at your own risk.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Monster Remote at 100% against Exif Eraser's 0%. Monster Remote also leads on price (Free vs $0.99) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 41 months). Exif Eraser's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads, 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
Monster Remote is free to download; Exif Eraser costs $0.99 up front. Monster Remote sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Exif Eraser asks for nothing beyond the download.
Exif Eraser ships an update every 41 months, Monster Remote every 6 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Exif Eraser | Monster Remote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | — | 4.5 (19 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 19 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 41 months | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 22 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 袁杰 张 | Jan Sallads |
Customer experience
Exif Eraser
Monster Remote
In-app purchases
Exif Eraser
No in-app purchases
Monster Remote
- Unlock Premium$11.99
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