Comparison

Scrcpy Remote vs OPAssistant

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

Head to head
About

Scrcpy Remote

Control your Linux, Windows, or macOS desktop remotely from any device. Access your computer for work or management with high-quality screen mirroring and full mouse/keyboard control. Supports various network connections, including secure Tailscale integration.

Highlights
  • Universal desktop access (Linux, Windows, macOS)
  • Full mouse and keyboard control
  • High-quality screen mirroring
  • Network and Tailscale connectivity
  • VNC server compatibility
  • Automatic reconnection
Features
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Scrcpy Remote - Desktop Remote Control Scrcpy Remote is a powerful remote desktop application that enables seamless control of your Linux, Windows, or macOS computers from anywhere. With built-in VNC server support, you can access your desktop remotely for work, device management, and productivity tasks. 1. Universal Desktop Access Connect to Linux, Windows, and macOS computers. Full desktop control with mouse and keyboard support. High-quality screen mirroring and interaction. 2. Flexible Connectivity Options Network Connection: Access devices over local network or internet. Tailscale Integration: Secure peer-to-peer connections through Tailscale network. Reliable connection management with automatic reconnection. 3. VNC Server Compatibility Works with any VNC-enabled computer. Easy setup and configuration. Optimized performance for smooth remote sessions.

About

OPAssistant

Monitor and manage your OpenWrt devices remotely. View system status like CPU, memory, and network, and control parental settings if the OpenAppFilter plugin is installed. Supports IPv6 and various OpenWrt devices.

Highlights
  • Open source code on GitHub
  • Supports all OpenWrt devices
  • No plugins required
  • IPv6 support
  • Remote management via public IP
  • System status monitoring (CPU, memory, network)
  • Parental control plugin integration
Features
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This is a powerful OpenWrt management app that supports all native OpenWrt functions and offers management capabilities for over 60 plugins. Multi-device management: Supports adding and managing multiple OpenWrt devices. Status monitoring: View key system metrics such as CPU, memory, connection count, network status, and firewall status. Network configuration: Configure LAN and WAN interfaces as well as firewall settings. WiFi configuration: Manage WiFi radios and interfaces (e.g., add, delete, or modify SSIDs). Software Center: Manage LuCI plugins directly from your phone, including installation and uninstallation. SSH Terminal: Access the OpenWrt command-line interface with a single tap. LAN speed test: Test network speeds between your phone and the router. Remote management: Manage devices remotely via public IP address or domain name. File management: Manage files, view system file lists, and preview images and videos. Advanced system settings: Perform actions such as rebooting, resetting, and firmware upgrades. Multi-plugin support: Manage dozens of plugins, including DDNS, Frpc, Docker, WOL, ZeroTier, and Samba. Customizable UI: Supports dark and light modes, with customizable layouts for the home screen and app center. Parental controls: Configure full OpenAppFilter features, including application filtering, internet access controls, powerful client management and App record.

Screenshots

Scrcpy Remote4 screens
OPAssistant4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: OPAssistant at Free against Scrcpy Remote's $2.99. OPAssistant also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.1) and review sentiment (94% vs 76%). Scrcpy Remote's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 6 months). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases 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

OPAssistant is free to download; Scrcpy Remote costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

OPAssistant holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14 and 24 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of Scrcpy Remote's written reviews are positive against 94% of OPAssistant's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Scrcpy Remote ships an update every 2 months, OPAssistant every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Scrcpy Remote versus OPAssistant: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScrcpy RemoteOPAssistant
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating4.1 (14 ratings)4.9 (24 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.6% of reviews94.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1424 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer森 王娇 杜

Customer experience

Scrcpy Remote

All ratings14 ratings
Positive78.6%
Neutral7.1%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews45 reviews
Positive75.6%
Neutral6.7%
Negative17.8%

OPAssistant

All ratings24 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive94.1%
Neutral5.9%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Scrcpy Remote

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

OPAssistant

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • Unable to read data after successful connection

Requested features

2 requests
  • Support for HTTPS
  • Detailed description of app functionality

In-app purchases

None

Scrcpy Remote

No in-app purchases

None

OPAssistant

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Scrcpy Remote free?
Scrcpy Remote costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is OPAssistant free?
OPAssistant is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Scrcpy Remote or OPAssistant?
OPAssistant is rated higher. Scrcpy Remote averages 4.1 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while OPAssistant averages 4.9 from 24 ratings.
Do Scrcpy Remote or OPAssistant have ads?
Neither Scrcpy Remote nor OPAssistant shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Scrcpy Remote or OPAssistant?
Scrcpy Remote ships an update every 2 months, and OPAssistant every 6 months. Most recently, Scrcpy Remote was updated on November 3, 2026 and OPAssistant on October 30, 2026.

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