# Iperius Remote Desktop vs Device Settings

The clearest difference is rating: Device Settings at 4.1 against Iperius Remote Desktop's 1.3. Device Settings also leads on review sentiment (51% vs 14%) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 56). Iperius Remote Desktop's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Device Settings sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Iperius Remote Desktop asks for nothing beyond the download.

Device Settings holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 1.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Device Settings has 1.2K ratings behind it against 56, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of Iperius Remote Desktop's written reviews are positive against 51% of Device Settings's.

Iperius Remote Desktop ships an update fortnightly, Device Settings every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on September 22, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Iperius Remote Desktop | Device Settings |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.3 (56 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iperius-remote-desktop/id1592666519/reviews) | **[4.1 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-settings/id1610970382/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 56 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 13.5% of reviews | **51.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 42 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Enter Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/1436009695) | [Yalintech](https://appshunter.io/developer/1530568426) |

## What reviewers say

### Iperius Remote Desktop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iperius-remote-desktop/id1592666519)

Control your iPhone or iPad remotely from your computer, or vice-versa. This app enables bidirectional remote desktop access, allowing you to view and interact with your devices, capture screenshots, and record your screen as a video file.

**Highlights:** Remote control for iPhone and iPad, Remote desktop to Windows and MAC, Bidirectional control, Take screenshots, Record screen to video file

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Reliable remote desktop access
- ⚡️ Efficient performance
- 📂 Useful file transfer feature
- 🔍 Seamless screen sharing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Used by scammers to gain remote access
- 🔒 Lack of security controls
- ⚠️ Enables unauthorized access to devices

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes reported
- Compatibility issues with older devices

**Requested features**

- Improved security measures
- Clearer warnings about potential misuse


### Device Settings

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-settings/id1610970382)

Access and manage your device's information, settings, and performance from a single, intuitive interface. Monitor battery, storage, and network status, and utilize helpful tools for troubleshooting and optimization.

**Highlights:** Device information (model, version, UUID), Battery and storage monitoring, Network insights (Wi-Fi, IP, signal), Quick access to essential settings, System performance data, Digital compass and flashlight

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly - 3 Days Free Trail | $1.99 | per month |
| oneyear_subscription | $6.99 | per year |
| One time purchase | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Clean and simple interface
- 👍 Good customer service
- 👍 Basic device information display
- 👍 Easy to use workflow

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Aggressive monetization and paywalls
- 🐛 App crashes and freezes
- ❌ Duplicates phone's built-in settings
- 🚫 Intrusive pop-ups and ads
- ⚠️ Billing without clear consent

**Reported bugs**

- App won't load (displays blue screen)
- Settings instructions not executing properly
- Incorrect phone model and iOS version detection
- Full-screen advertisements blocking content
- Pop-ups persist even after watching ads

**Requested features**

- Better explanation of DNS settings
- More useful additional information beyond standard settings
- Improved security features for WiFi
- Free version with full functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Iperius Remote Desktop free?

Iperius Remote Desktop is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Device Settings free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Iperius Remote Desktop or Device Settings?

Device Settings is rated higher. Iperius Remote Desktop averages 1.3 out of 5 from 56 ratings, while Device Settings averages 4.1 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do Iperius Remote Desktop or Device Settings have ads?

Device Settings shows ads; Iperius Remote Desktop does not.

### Which is updated more often, Iperius Remote Desktop or Device Settings?

Iperius Remote Desktop ships an update fortnightly, and Device Settings every 4 weeks. Most recently, Iperius Remote Desktop was updated on September 22, 2026 and Device Settings on September 22, 2026.

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