Comparison

RustDesk Remote Desktop vs OSLink

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

Head to head
About

RustDesk Remote Desktop

This open-source application provides remote desktop access and control capabilities. It allows users to remotely manage their computers. Please note it only supports controlling other devices, not being controlled or screen sharing.

Highlights
  • Open-source remote desktop
  • Remote access and control
  • TeamViewer alternative
  • Control other devices
Features
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An open-source remote desktop application. The open source TeamViewer alternative. Source code: https://github.com/rustdesk/rustdesk Doc: https://rustdesk.com/docs Please be reminded that this app only has the ability to control, and it does not have the functionality of being controlled or screen sharing. WARNING: YOU MAY BE BEING SCAMMED! If you are on the phone with someone you DON'T know AND TRUST who has asked you to install RustDesk, do not install and hang up immediately. They are likely a scammer trying to steal your money or other private information.

About

OSLink

Access your computer remotely from your iPhone or iPad. Control your PC from anywhere, even work from home. Supports Bluetooth keyboards and mice for a customized experience.

Highlights
  • Cross-device remote access
  • Remote desktop control
  • Work from home access
  • Bluetooth keyboard/mouse support
  • Customizable keymaps
  • Secure and stable connection
Features
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OSlink is a remote access software that works across systems and devices, allowing remote access to your computer from devices like iPhones and iPads. Main Features [Remote Access] Supports cross-device remote access between iPhones, iPads, and Windows PCs. It is a remote desktop software with no device limitations. Remotely access your work PC from your phone anytime and anywhere. Easily work from home via remote access. [Bluetooth Keyboard & Mouse Support] Compatible with Bluetooth controllers and keyboard/mouse on phones/tablets. Allows you to customize your own keymap to suit your preferences. [Play Together] Remotely access your computer—safe and stable! 【Automatic renewal monthly subscription SVIP】 -- Continuous monthly subscription SVIP benefits: unlimited number of remotely controlled devices, unlimited sharing of devices, and unlimited room functions. -- Subscription period: 1 month (VIP), 1 month (SVIP), 1 year (SVIP). -- Subscription price: subject to iAP application information, for example, $0.99 per month for continuous monthly subscription products, -- Payment: After the user confirms the purchase and payment, it will be credited to the iTunes account. -- Cancel renewal: If you need to cancel renewal, please manually turn off the automatic renewal function in iTunes/Apple ID settings management 24 hours before the current subscription period expires. -- Renewal: Apple iTunes account will deduct the fee within 24 hours before expiration. After the deduction is successful, the subscription period will be extended by one subscription period. -- Privacy Policy: https://www.oslink.io/privacypolicy.html -- User Agreement: https://www.oslink.io/terms-of-service.html -- Automatic Renewal Membership Service Agreement: https://www.oslink.io/pauto-renewable.html

Screenshots

RustDesk Remote Desktop4 screens
OSLink4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: RustDesk Remote Desktop at 4.1 against OSLink's 3.2. RustDesk Remote Desktop also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. OSLink sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. RustDesk Remote Desktop asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

RustDesk Remote Desktop holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 73 and 39 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of RustDesk Remote Desktop's written reviews are positive against 48% of OSLink's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RustDesk Remote Desktop ships an update every 2 months, OSLink every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
RustDesk Remote Desktop versus OSLink: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRustDesk Remote DesktopOSLink
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (73 ratings) — better3.2 (39 ratings)
Positive reviews58.5% of reviews — better48.0% of reviews
Number of ratings73 — better39
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB168 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperPurslane LimitedGuangzhou Wujie Jiyuan Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

RustDesk Remote Desktop

All ratings73 ratings
Positive75.3%
Neutral8.2%
Negative16.4%
Written reviews94 reviews
Positive58.5%
Neutral14.9%
Negative26.6%

OSLink

All ratings39 ratings
Positive51.3%
Neutral5.1%
Negative43.6%
Written reviews50 reviews
Positive48.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative42.0%

Bugs and requests

RustDesk Remote Desktop

Reported bugs

38 issues
  • Recent update broke iPad mouse alignment
  • No image displayed from PC (black screen)
  • Remember Password function doesn't work
  • Black screen when remoting into Raspberry Pi Linux server (Wayland)
  • Keyboard issues when remoting from iPhone to PC
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  • Cannot control Mac
  • iPad app fails to connect or shows key mismatch error
  • App crashes or becomes unresponsive
  • Connection issues over mobile data network
  • Session closes after a short period
  • Key presses duplicated or not registered with external keyboard
  • Settings/Preferences not preserved
  • iOS language icon covers toolbar collapse icon
  • Previous direct IP sessions not saved
  • Enter key does not work in address bar
  • Copy/Paste broken
  • Latest update deleted saved connections
  • App not responding after update
  • Connection Error, Operation not permitted (error 1) on iOS
  • Mouse overflows monitor content, preventing clicks on edges
  • Double-clicking behavior in touch mouse/pad options
  • App launches but window vanishes on old iPads
  • Crash on app startup (v1.2.7, iOS 12.2)
  • Cannot paste remote ID by holding text input
  • iOS client attempting to control Android results in frozen interface
  • Cannot control Windows PC typing from iPhone
  • Version 1.2.7 has issues on iPad (cannot launch)
  • Address book empty on Pro version
  • Arrow keys do not function like a desktop keyboard
  • Phone heats up during use
  • Mouse pointer on desktop and iPad not lined up
  • Flakey behavior with keyboard and trackpad on iPad
  • Scaling displays issues on iPad
  • Key mismatch error with iPad app
  • Virtual machine control issues (keyboard repeats or fails to register)
  • Mobile network connection issues
  • Cannot connect over mobile data network
  • UI icon not centered

Requested features

13 requests
  • Add option to view and modify USB drives in file transfer mode
  • Improve mouse and keyboard control configurability
  • Allow Apple Pencil to function as a mouse
  • Support iPhone remote control of each other
  • Add option to automatically switch display/monitor to follow remote window focus
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  • Sync remote ID list by iCloud
  • Improve Wayland support
  • Add option to change two-finger gesture behavior (scroll vs. move canvas)
  • Center remote screen when zooming
  • Remap controls for mouse actions
  • Integrate arrow keys with device keyboard
  • Support iPhone to Android control
  • Support Windows remote typing from iPhone

OSLink

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

RustDesk Remote Desktop

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

OSLink

Subscriptions4
  • 1 month VIP subscription$0.991 Month
  • One month VIP subscription$0.991 Month
  • 1 month SVIP subscription$9.991 Month
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  • 1 year SVIP subscription$94.991 Year
One-time3
  • 1 month vip membership$0.99
  • 1 month svip membership$9.99
  • 1 year svip membership$94.99

Questions

Is RustDesk Remote Desktop free?
RustDesk Remote Desktop is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is OSLink free?
OSLink is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, RustDesk Remote Desktop or OSLink?
RustDesk Remote Desktop is rated higher. RustDesk Remote Desktop averages 4.1 out of 5 from 73 ratings, while OSLink averages 3.2 from 39 ratings.
Do RustDesk Remote Desktop or OSLink have ads?
OSLink shows ads; RustDesk Remote Desktop does not.
Which is updated more often, RustDesk Remote Desktop or OSLink?
RustDesk Remote Desktop ships an update every 2 months, and OSLink every 5 weeks. Most recently, RustDesk Remote Desktop was updated on September 29, 2026 and OSLink on September 28, 2026.

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