Comparison

OSC/PILOT vs TouchRemote PRO

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

Head to head
About

OSC/PILOT

Control and build user interfaces for your desktop applications on your iPad. This utility app supports MIDI and up to five OSC destinations, mirroring desktop functionality. It also features remote updates, allowing direct connection to a desktop copy for seamless UI iteration.

Highlights
  • Build and control UIs on iPad
  • Supports MIDI input/output
  • Up to 5 OSC destinations
  • Load desktop project files
  • Remote update feature
  • Seamless UI iteration
Features
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OSC/PILOT is now on iPad! Use the simple and sleek UIs built using the desktop version of OSC/PILOT, on your iPad using the free OSC/PILOT iPad app. This app allows loading any project file created via the desktop version of OSC/PILOT (both Windows and macOS). Support for MIDI as well as up to 5 OSC destinations is supported, just like the desktop version. Additionally, a remote update feature has been include that allows the iPad app to connect directly to a copy of OSC/PILOT running on a desktop. Edits to a project file being done on the desktop version can directly be sent to the iPad, allowing for quick and easy iteration and building of your UIs. OSC/PILOT for iPad supports both OSC and MIDI input and output. You can connect to up to 5 OSC peers, 1 MIDI input and 1 MIDI output as well.

About

TouchRemote PRO

Features
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Transform your smartphone or tablet into a powerful, real-time control and streaming interface for TouchDesigner. Our app enables seamless interaction between mobile devices and TouchDesigner over a local network - combining low-latency control, sensor input, and live video streaming in one unified tool. Key Features • Real-time panel control Connect to TouchDesigner panels and control your interfaces instantly from your mobile device • Flexible streaming: WebRTC & NDI Switch between WebRTC and NDI for low-latency, high-quality panel streaming • Camera streaming to TouchDesigner Stream your device camera directly into TouchDesigner for use in interactive visuals and installations • Sensor data integration Send gyroscope, accelerometer, and other sensor data in real time to drive dynamic experiences • QR & barcode scanning Scan codes and instantly transfer data into your TouchDesigner projects • Reliable connection system Improved panel discovery, automatic reconnection, and stable performance across different network setups (including VPN) • Kiosk mode Lock the interface for exhibitions, installations, and public use Built for creators Perfect for: • Interactive installations • Live visuals & performances • Prototyping interfaces • Multimedia control systems Take full control of your TouchDesigner projects and unlock new creative possibilities with mobile interaction, real-time data, and live video streaming. Terms of Use: https://touchremote.pro/terms

Screenshots

TouchRemote PRO4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: OSC/PILOT at none against TouchRemote PRO's 9. TouchRemote PRO's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.6). On price, update cadence and ads 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. TouchRemote PRO sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. OSC/PILOT asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OSC/PILOT ships an update every 2 months, TouchRemote PRO every 4 months. Both last shipped on September 4, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
OSC/PILOT versus TouchRemote PRO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOSC/PILOTTouchRemote PRO
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Number of ratings6 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.614.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB78 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWin Epic LtdIgor Ozhiganov

In-app purchases

None

OSC/PILOT

No in-app purchases

9 purchases

TouchRemote PRO

Subscriptions6
  • TouchRemote PRO 5 devices Monthly$4.991 Month
  • TouchRemote PRO 15 devices Monthly$11.991 Month
  • TouchRemote PRO 50 devices Monthly$29.991 Month
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  • TouchRemote PRO 5 devices Yearly$49.991 Year
  • TouchRemote PRO 15 devices Yearly$119.991 Year
  • TouchRemote PRO 50 devices Yearly$299.991 Year
One-time3
  • TouchRemote PRO 5 devices Lifetime$99.99
  • TouchRemote PRO 15 devices Lifetime$249.99
  • TouchRemote PRO 50 devices Lifetime$599.99

Questions

Is OSC/PILOT free?
OSC/PILOT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TouchRemote PRO free?
TouchRemote PRO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do OSC/PILOT or TouchRemote PRO have ads?
Neither OSC/PILOT nor TouchRemote PRO shows ads.
Which is updated more often, OSC/PILOT or TouchRemote PRO?
OSC/PILOT ships an update every 2 months, and TouchRemote PRO every 4 months. Most recently, OSC/PILOT was updated on September 4, 2026 and TouchRemote PRO on September 4, 2026.

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