# HA vs CM

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HA at none against CM's 1. HA also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). CM's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CM sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. HA asks for nothing beyond the download.

HA ships an update every 2 months, CM every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | HA | CM |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ha-link/id1587270707/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **1** | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 22 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [KOOMA INTERNATIONAL TRADING, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1784840025) | [Guang Hui YANG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1519797180) |

## What reviewers say

### HA

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ha-link/id1587270707)

This utility app allows remote control of various device functions. You can adjust settings like volume and gain, switch programs, and manage noise reduction. It also provides battery status and connection information.

**Highlights:** Remote device control, Adjust volume, Switch programs, Adjust gain, Manage noise reduction, Check battery and connection status

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### CM

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cm-remote/id6475737818)

Transform your iPhone into a Mac remote. Control music playback, volume, apps, and system functions like sleep and restart. Securely connect over Wi-Fi for seamless computer management.

**Highlights:** Music playback control, Mac volume adjustment, App launching and switching, System functions (sleep, restart), Trackpad and keyboard control, File transfer to iPhone, End-to-end encryption

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CM Remote Pro | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HA free?

HA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is CM free?

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

### Do HA or CM have ads?

Neither HA nor CM shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, HA or CM?

HA ships an update every 2 months, and CM every 4 days. Most recently, HA was updated on November 3, 2026 and CM on November 12, 2026.

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