OpenRemote App vs AirMQTT
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
OpenRemote App
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The official app for OpenRemote (v3). It connects to your OpenRemote hosted project and allows you to view, control and monitor your assets. OpenRemote is the open source IoT platform for multiple applications like energy management, building management, smart cities and asset maintenance.
AirMQTT
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AirMQTT is a native MQTT client that helps you monitor topics, publish messages, and manage multiple MQTT connections with a fast, focused workflow. Whether you’re testing an IoT setup, controlling smart home devices, watching live sensor data, or troubleshooting message flows, AirMQTT gives you a clean workspace built for real MQTT tasks. Why AirMQTT Monitor MQTT messages in real time Connect to your broker and watch live topic activity as messages arrive. Publish payloads instantly Send messages to any topic in seconds for testing, automation, and device control. Create custom command buttons Save common commands as reusable buttons and trigger repeat actions faster. Manage multiple connections with ease Keep brokers organized with custom names, colors, and icons so projects stay easy to identify. Connect the way your setup requires Use MQTT 3.1.1 or MQTT 5.0, connect over TCP or WebSocket, and configure SSL, Clean Session, QoS, and more. Filter, search, and export messages Focus on the topics that matter, review message history more easily, and export logs when needed. Sync your setup across devices Keep your connections, quick actions, and preferences available wherever you work. Designed for a clean, native workflow AirMQTT is built with a responsive interface that feels fast, intuitive, and easy to use. Great for - IoT development - Smart home control - MQTT testing and debugging - Home lab workflows - Monitoring live topics - Sending repeat commands faster AirMQTT Pro Upgrade to AirMQTT Pro for more advanced convenience and personalization features, including additional quick publish buttons and extra customization options. No account required. Just connect to your broker and get to work. Terms of Use: https://airmqtt.one/terms-and-conditions
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: OpenRemote App at none against AirMQTT's 2. OpenRemote App also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). AirMQTT's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 3 months). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. AirMQTT sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. OpenRemote App asks for nothing beyond the download.
OpenRemote App ships an update every 3 months, AirMQTT every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on May 18, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | OpenRemote App | AirMQTT |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 9 MB | 17 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | OpenRemote BV | Sergei Penskii |
In-app purchases
OpenRemote App
No in-app purchases
AirMQTT
- AirMQTT Pro (Monthly)$1.991 Month
- AirMQTT Pro (Yearly)$17.991 Year
