Comparison

Remote App vs HTMLRemote

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

Head to head
About

Remote App

Transform your iPhone into a wireless mouse, keyboard, and touchpad for your PC or Mac. Control presentations, browse from your couch, or manage media players effortlessly over Wi-Fi. Simple setup with a free companion server.

Highlights
  • Wireless mouse and touchpad
  • Full keyboard input
  • Click, scroll, and zoom gestures
  • PC and Mac support
  • Media player control
  • Presentation control
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a wireless mouse, keyboard, and touchpad for your PC or Mac. Perfect for remote work, browsing from bed, or controlling presentations. Works over Wi-Fi — no cables, no hassle. Remote App transforms your iPhone into a powerful wireless remote control for your computer. Whether you're working, presenting, or watching a movie on your laptop, control everything effortlessly from your phone. Key Features - Wireless Mouse (trackpad-style) - Full Keyboard input support - Click, scroll, and zoom gestures - Supports both PC and Mac - Clean, lag-free experience Great for: - Couch browsing - Controlling media on your PC - PowerPoint or Keynote presentations - Typing from a distance - Media Remote: Manage media players like VLC, Spotify, iTunes, and more. - Works as Netflix Remote, Amazon Prime Remote, YouTube Remote. Simple Setup: Download the free companion server for PC/Mac Connect your iPhone and computer to the same Wi-Fi You're ready to control! Just smooth, wireless control. Join millions of satisfied users and revolutionise the way you interact with your computer! Terms of Use: https://vlcmobileremote.com/terms/

About

HTMLRemote

This app allows you to create custom HTML-based interfaces to control your devices over a local network. It acts as an HTTP server, hosting your designs for seamless integration with TCP/IP communication.

Highlights
  • Local HTTP server for device control
  • TCP/IP protocol integration
  • Personalized web-based GUI
  • Design and debug with Safari Web Inspector
  • Expandable control center
Features
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HTMLRemote: Empower Device Control with Your Custom HTML GUI Key Features: - Acts as a local HTTP server, hosting your GUI as a localhost for seamless device control. - Seamlessly integrates with the TCP/IP protocol for flexible communication. - Easily integrate your personalized web-based GUI. - Use Safari Web Inspector (iOS > 16.3) or HTMLRemote on various platforms for effortless design and debugging. How to Use: 1- Design your HTML GUI with the javascript executecommand function. 2- Upload your HTML to your preferred server. 3- Fill in the URL in the HTMLRemote settings on your iOS device. Expand Your Control Center: As your device system grows, HTMLRemote lets you effortlessly expand your control center, adapting your HTML GUI to accommodate new devices. Revolutionize your LAN device control with HTMLRemote: Experience the freedom of personalized control and elevate your home automation or network management to new heights. Download now and make your HTML GUI the command center for all your connected devices!

Screenshots

Remote App4 screens
HTMLRemote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Remote App at Free against HTMLRemote's $19.99. Remote App also leads on rating (4.0 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (12 vs 2). HTMLRemote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Remote App is free to download; HTMLRemote costs $19.99 up front. Remote App sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per year. HTMLRemote asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Remote App holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote App has 12 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote App ships an update every 5 weeks, HTMLRemote every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Remote App versus HTMLRemote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote AppHTMLRemote
PriceFree — better$19.99
Rating4.0 (12 ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings12 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAdarsh UrsNV Verdegem

Customer experience

Remote App

All ratings12 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

HTMLRemote

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Remote App

Subscriptions1
  • Unlock Full Features - Annual7 Days trial$3.991 Year
One-time1
  • All Features Unlocker$5.99
None

HTMLRemote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Remote App free?
Remote App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HTMLRemote free?
HTMLRemote costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Remote App or HTMLRemote?
Remote App is rated higher. Remote App averages 4.0 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while HTMLRemote averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Remote App or HTMLRemote have ads?
Remote App shows ads; HTMLRemote does not.
Which is updated more often, Remote App or HTMLRemote?
Remote App ships an update every 5 weeks, and HTMLRemote every 3 days. Most recently, Remote App was updated on September 26, 2026 and HTMLRemote on October 5, 2026.

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