# Monitor+ vs Alpha Remote Controller

The clearest difference is price: Monitor+ at Free against Alpha Remote Controller's $5.99. Monitor+ also leads on ratings volume (279 vs 1). Alpha Remote Controller's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 3.2) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Monitor+ is free to download; Alpha Remote Controller costs $5.99 up front. Monitor+ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Alpha Remote Controller asks for nothing beyond the download.

Alpha Remote Controller holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Monitor+ has 279 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of Monitor+'s written reviews are positive against 75% of Alpha Remote Controller's.

Monitor+ ships an update monthly, Alpha Remote Controller every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Monitor+ | Alpha Remote Controller |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $5.99 |
| Rating | [3.2 (279 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monitor-plus/id1554619768/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alpha-remote-controller/id6448733047/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **279** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 45.3% of reviews | **75.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 50 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HON IN UN](https://appshunter.io/developer/1513722510) | [Vladimir Belohradsky](https://appshunter.io/developer/712687918) |

## What reviewers say

### Monitor+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monitor-plus/id1554619768)

Transform your phone into a professional camera monitor with live view and remote control capabilities. Access camera content, utilize advanced assist functions, and even record live feeds. A Pro version unlocks even more powerful features for enhanced filmmaking.

**Highlights:** Live View, Remote Camera Control, UVC/Capture Card Support, Camera Content Access, Assist Functions (False Color, Zebra, etc.), Focus Pulling, Apple Watch Extension

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Upgrade | $18.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent monitoring tool
- 👍 Great functionality
- 🔒 Robust set of features
- 💡 Turns phone into professional monitor
- 🚀 Low latency

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 🐛 Laggy performance
- 🐛 Unstable connection
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes

**Reported bugs**

- Incompatible with newer camera firmware updates
- Inability to delete photos from the app
- Inconsistent touch focus behavior
- Incorrect exposure and color representation
- Zebra levels not matching camera

**Requested features**

- Support for more Sony camera models (A7III, A6400, A6600, etc.)
- Wired connection option for iOS
- Audio level monitoring
- Customizable frame guides and overlays
- Onion skin feature


### Alpha Remote Controller

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alpha-remote-controller/id6448733047)

Control compatible cameras wirelessly via Bluetooth for quick reconnections and low power consumption. Operate recording, capture photos, zoom, and focus with customizable speed settings. Offers quick access from lock screen, control center, and Apple Watch.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth camera control, Record, shutter, and focus operation, Adjustable zoom and focus speed, Monitor signal strength, View camera state, Quick access from lock screen and Apple Watch

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Monitor+ free?

Monitor+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Alpha Remote Controller free?

Alpha Remote Controller costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Monitor+ or Alpha Remote Controller?

Alpha Remote Controller is rated higher. Monitor+ averages 3.2 out of 5 from 279 ratings, while Alpha Remote Controller averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Monitor+ or Alpha Remote Controller have ads?

Neither Monitor+ nor Alpha Remote Controller shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Monitor+ or Alpha Remote Controller?

Monitor+ ships an update monthly, and Alpha Remote Controller every 9 days. Most recently, Monitor+ was updated on September 22, 2026 and Alpha Remote Controller on September 23, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*