Comparison

Shortcut Remote Control vs Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser

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

Head to head
About

Shortcut Remote Control

Control your Mac remotely using voice commands with Siri or custom workflows. Manage media playback, adjust volume, take screenshots, and automate tasks from your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch.

Highlights
  • Siri voice control for Mac
  • Remote control via iPhone/iPad/Apple Watch
  • Customizable workflows with Shortcuts app
  • AppleScript integration
  • iCloud data syncing
  • Take screenshots remotely
Features
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If you've already purchased the Mac companion app, the iOS app is free to download. The iOS app and Mac app are bundled together as one price. With Shortcuts Remote you can connect remote-controlling your Mac with Siri. For example, tell Siri on your HomePod to mute the volume on your Mac. Or tell Siri on Apple Watch to pause Netflix on your Mac. Or use the Shortcuts app to create more sophisticated workflows – controlling every aspect of your Mac with the power of AppleScript. And the best thing: Shortcut Remote control even works from remote: All data is securely synced via iCloud. So you can even take a screenshot on your Mac while at the gym.

About

Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser

A powerful, private web browser designed for customization and control. It offers desktop-style tab management, built-in ad and tracker blockers, and sync capabilities across devices. Personalize your browsing experience with themes, wallpapers, and dark mode.

Highlights
  • Ad Blocker
  • Tracker Blocker
  • Desktop-like tabs
  • Encrypted Sync
  • Customizable Themes & Wallpapers
  • Dark Mode for Webpages
  • Notes & Bookmarks
Features
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Vivaldi Browser is a powerful, personal, and private web browser. It comes packed with built-in features including desktop-style tabs, an Ad Blocker, tracking protection. Designed to put you back in control. Trusted by millions of users across the world. FEATURES: - Ad Blocker: Browse with minimal distractions. - Tracker Blocker: Stay protected with leading privacy and security features. - Custom Wallpapers & Themes: Pick a theme and background that matches your style. - Dark Mode for all webpages: Force Dark Mode to every website you visit. - Desktop-like tabs: Efficiently manage multiple websites at once. - Encrypted Sync: Seamlessly sync data across your mobile and desktop devices. - Notes: Jot down thoughts and ideas while browsing. - Bookmarks: Organize your favorite sites effortlessly. - Reading Lists: Save articles for offline reading. - Custom App Icon: Personalize Vivaldi's appearance on your home screen. - Switch Search Engines: Choose your preferred search engine on the fly. POWERFUL Packed with flexible features, all built in. PERSONAL You make it your own, Vivaldi adapts to you. PRIVATE We don't track you, or your behavior. DESKTOP-LIKE TABS Bring the robust tab management from your desktop to your iOS device. Vivaldi on iOS features a unique Tab Bar akin to the desktop browser. To activate or deactivate the Tab Bar, head to Vivaldi menu > Settings, and tap on "Show Tab Bar" to toggle the setting. SYNC ACROSS DEVICES Never feel out of touch. Sync your data across devices with end-to-end encryption. From open tabs and saved logins to bookmarks and notes, everything is seamlessly available wherever you go. Add an extra layer of security with an encryption password. SET AS DEFAULT BROWSER Ready to make the switch? Set Vivaldi as your default browser and experience the web like never before. Here's how: Go to Settings, scroll down to Vivaldi, and select it as your Default Browser App. It's that simple! ABOUT VIVALDI With millions active users and a vibrant community of over 1.4 million members worldwide, Vivaldi is redefining what a web browser can be. At Vivaldi, we believe a browser should be powerful, personal, and private. With our unique philosophy of "respect, question, create, and deliver," we're crafting a browsing experience that adapts to you, not the other way around. Some of the links in this app are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. This helps support the development of Vivaldi and keeps the web browser independent. Thank you for your support! By downloading Vivaldi, you are agreeing to the End User License Agreement at https://vivaldi.com/privacy/vivaldi-end-user-license-agreement/. Learn more about how Vivaldi handles and protects your data in our Privacy Policy at https://vivaldi.com/privacy/browser/.

Screenshots

Shortcut Remote Control4 screens
Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser at Free against Shortcut Remote Control's $0.99. Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.6) and review sentiment (78% vs 40%). Shortcut Remote Control's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). On 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

Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser is free to download; Shortcut Remote Control costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser has 4.4K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of Shortcut Remote Control's written reviews are positive against 78% of Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shortcut Remote Control ships an update every 2 months, Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Shortcut Remote Control versus Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShortcut Remote ControlVivaldi Powerful Web Browser
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating2.6 (7 ratings)4.7 (4.4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews77.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings74.4K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB241 MB
Age rating4+17+
Developerriedel.wtf apps S.L.Vivaldi Technologies

Customer experience

Shortcut Remote Control

All ratings7 ratings
Positive42.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative57.1%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative50.0%

Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser

All ratings4,386 ratings
Positive93.5%
Neutral2.4%
Negative4.1%
Written reviews1,154 reviews
Positive77.8%
Neutral7.5%
Negative14.7%

Bugs and requests

Shortcut Remote Control

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Issues with ad blocker not working consistently
  • Problems with tab syncing between devices
  • Text input lag and delays
  • Forced review prompts

Requested features

6 requests
  • Option to move address bar and navigation buttons to the bottom of the screen
  • Ability to set custom search engines
  • Implement a reader mode
  • Add support for browser extensions
  • Improve tab closing/management gestures
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  • Provide more customization options

In-app purchases

None

Shortcut Remote Control

No in-app purchases

None

Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Shortcut Remote Control free?
Shortcut Remote Control costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser free?
Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Shortcut Remote Control or Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser?
Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser is rated higher. Shortcut Remote Control averages 2.6 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser averages 4.7 from 4.4K ratings.
Do Shortcut Remote Control or Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser have ads?
Neither Shortcut Remote Control nor Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Shortcut Remote Control or Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser?
Shortcut Remote Control ships an update every 2 months, and Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser fortnightly. Most recently, Shortcut Remote Control was updated on October 11, 2026 and Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser on October 20, 2026.

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