# ToDesk远程控制 vs PDF Scanner

The clearest difference is rating: PDF Scanner at 5.0 against ToDesk远程控制's 4.4. ToDesk远程控制's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (488 vs 1). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ToDesk远程控制 sells 28 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and PDF Scanner sells 31 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PDF Scanner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ToDesk远程控制 has 488 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

ToDesk远程控制 ships an update fortnightly, PDF Scanner weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ToDesk远程控制 | PDF Scanner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (488 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/todesk/id1519407428/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-scannerscan-documents-ocr/id6444020197/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **488** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 52.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 133 MB | 194 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hainan Youqu Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1498008532) | [WANHUHOU TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1651573647) |

## What reviewers say

### ToDesk远程控制

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/todesk/id1519407428)

Secure, high-speed remote control for seamless connection and operation between computers, phones, and tablets. Offers features like file transfer, extended screen, and privacy screen with end-to-end encryption for reliable access.

**Highlights:** Cross-platform compatibility, High-speed file transfer, 2K 144fps high-definition display, Bluetooth keyboard and mouse support, End-to-end encryption, Low latency remote access

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (28)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 个人版免Root控制试用 | $1.99 | per month |
| 个人版免Root控制连续包月 | $1.99 | per month |
| 专业版试用 | $2.49 | per month |
| 多控一（会员）每月连续订阅 | $2.99 | per month |
| 专业版连续包月 | $3.99 | per month |
| 设计版连续包月 | $6.99 | per month |
| 游戏版连续包月 | $6.99 | per month |
| 性能版连续包月 | $14.99 | per month |
| 专业版免Root控制1个月 | $2.99 | one-time |
| 个人版免Root控制1个月 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 专业版1个月 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 个人版游戏操控插件一个月 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 个人版虚拟屏插件1个月 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 专业版虚拟屏插件1个月 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 个人版xp插件1个月 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 专业版1个月 | $5.99 | one-time |
| 游戏版1个月 | $8.99 | one-time |
| 游戏版1个月 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 性能版1个月 | $19.99 | one-time |
| 专业版全球节点插件1个月 | $22.99 | one-time |
| 个人版全球节点插件1个月 | $29.99 | one-time |
| 专业版1年 | $29.99 | one-time |
| 个人版多通道1个月 | $34.99 | one-time |
| 专业版多通道1个月 | $34.99 | one-time |
| 游戏版1年 | $49.99 | one-time |
| 性能版1年 | $99.99 | one-time |
| 专业版全球节点插件1年 | $99.99 | one-time |
| 个人版全球节点插件1年 | $129.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Smooth and amazing performance
- 🚀 Great remote control experience
- 💡 Supports iPad dual screen
- 👍 Good for remote control of PCs

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches in iOS/iPad versions
- 🔒 Requires mandatory login and phone number verification
- 🔒 Restricts usage for non-Chinese users
- 🐛 Connection issues and disconnects
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with older devices/versions

**Reported bugs**

- iOS/iPad app crashes or freezes
- Inability to connect or remote control devices
- Compatibility issues with newer OS versions
- Unexpected disconnections and login issues

**Requested features**

- Add support for landscape mode on iPad
- Improve iPad touchpad/keyboard support
- Increase customization options for keyboard shortcuts
- Provide dark mode option
- Allow sign-up/login with non-Chinese phone numbers


### PDF Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-scannerscan-documents-ocr/id6444020197)

Transform your phone into a smart scanner with powerful editing tools. Easily convert documents to various formats, extract text with OCR, restore old photos, and utilize AI for counting and measurement. Ideal for professionals and students needing efficient document management.

**Highlights:** Scan documents to PDF, Word, TXT, PPT, JPG, OCR text recognition and editing, Photo restoration and ID photo maker, AI counting and object measurement, Document editing (crop, rotate, highlight), Paper eraser for handwritten text removal

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (31)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 全能扫描王超级VIP会员 | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| 全能扫描王超级VIP会员 | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| 全能扫描王超级VIP会员 | $2.99 | per month |
| 全能扫描王超级VIP会员 | $3.99 | per month |
| 全能扫描王超级VIP会员 | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| AR PDF Scanner | $9.99 | per month |
| 年卡订阅 | $9.99 | per year |
| 全能扫描王超级VIP会员 | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| 季卡会员 | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| 年卡订阅 | $14.99 | per year |
| 季卡会员 | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| 年卡订阅 | $19.99 | per year |
| 全能扫描王超级VIP会员 | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| 年卡订阅 | $22.99 | per year |
| 全能扫描王超级VIP会员 | $22.99 | per 6 months |
| 年卡订阅 | $24.99 | per year |
| yearly Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| 年卡订阅 | $29.99 | per year |
| 全能扫描王超级VIP会员 | $39.99 | per year |
| 全能扫描王超级VIP会员 | $39.99 | per year |
| 全能扫描王超级VIP会员 | $39.99 | per year |
| 月卡会员 | $5.99 | one-time |
| 全能扫描王超级VIP会员 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 季卡会员 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 全能扫描王超级VIP会员 | $19.99 | one-time |
| 全能扫描王超级VIP会员 | $24.99 | one-time |
| 半年卡会员 | $24.99 | one-time |
| 手机扫描宝 | $29.99 | one-time |
| 年卡会员 | $39.99 | one-time |
| 全能扫描王超级VIP会员 | $59.99 | one-time |
| 全能扫描王超级VIP会员 | $69.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ToDesk远程控制 free?

ToDesk远程控制 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PDF Scanner free?

PDF Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ToDesk远程控制 or PDF Scanner?

PDF Scanner is rated higher. ToDesk远程控制 averages 4.4 out of 5 from 488 ratings, while PDF Scanner averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do ToDesk远程控制 or PDF Scanner have ads?

PDF Scanner shows ads; ToDesk远程控制 does not.

### Which is updated more often, ToDesk远程控制 or PDF Scanner?

ToDesk远程控制 ships an update fortnightly, and PDF Scanner weekly. Most recently, ToDesk远程控制 was updated on October 14, 2026 and PDF Scanner on October 3, 2026.

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