Comparison

Telnet Lite vs iRemoteDesktop Lite

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

Head to head
About

Telnet Lite

Connect to Linux/UNIX Telnet servers from your iPhone or iPad. Run server applications in a VT220 terminal window, just like on a console. Supports various barcode scanners and customizable terminal settings.

Highlights
  • VT220 terminal emulation
  • Telnet and SSH2 protocol support
  • Barcode scanner integration
  • Customizable terminal colors and size
  • Auto login functionality
Features
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Mocha Telnet provides access to a Linux/UNIX Telnet Server. Using your iPhone or iPad, you can connect to a Telnet Server and run applications in a VT220 Terminal window. Exactly as you would, if you were sitting at your system console, just on a smaller screen. LITE VERSION The full version does not require a coffee break (30 seconds) on the Server after 5 minutes use. FEATURES - Supports all standard VT220 emulation features. - Alternate screen size (24x80 or 24x132). - Zoom and scroll as the Safari browser. - Telnet and SSH2 protocol. - ANSI color. - Landscape mode. - Auto login. - OPTICON 200X barcode scanner. - Support for Zebra RFD8500, CS4070 and LI3678 barcode scanner. - Linea barcode scanner and card reader. - SocketMobile S700 and series 7 hardware scanner. - Camera as barcode scanner. - Pop up keyboard. - User defined key values. - Colors can be customized.

About

iRemoteDesktop Lite

Access your Windows PC from your iPhone or iPad. This app provides remote desktop functionality, allowing you to control your computer from anywhere. It's optimized for retina screens and supports various Windows versions.

Highlights
  • Remote Windows PC access
  • Optimized for retina screens
  • Supports various Windows versions
  • Portrait and landscape mode
  • Pinch to zoom
  • International keyboard support
Features
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Specifically designed for both iPad and iPhone!! Optimized to use the new iPad and iPhone retina screen! Great functionalities and It's FREE! Access your Windows PC from iPad/iPhone/iPod Touch at anytime! Windows 11/Windows 10/Windows 8/Windows 7 Professional/Enterprise/Ultimate are supported! iRemoteDesktop Free is a Windows Remote Desktop (RDP) client for iPhone/iPod Touch. Using it you can access your Windows PC from anywhere at anytime. Note: Not all Windows support remote desktop. Check below for supported platforms or download the tool from http://www.hanamobiles.com/tools/HanaEasyConfig.exe. Compared with this free version, the Pro version has more features: - Multiple connections - Trackpad to move mouse cursor (also support click) and do mouse wheel scroll - Mouse right click, hover and mouse drag - Modifier keypad including Shift, Ctrl and Alt which enables you to press almost any key combinations. - A cool functional keyboard: Cut, copy & paste and other shortcuts keypad, including HOME, END, PAGE UP, PAGE DOWN, Arrow keys, etc. - Easy dragging and resizing using virtual mousepad - Startup password protection - Virtual left button and right mouse button - Support video output (need iPad or iOS4 and output connector) Features: - Specifically designed for both iPad and iPhone - Take advantage of iPhone 4/4s and new iPad's HD retina screen - Portrait and landscape mode - Support various resolutions and colors - Tap to do click, double tap to double click, and all easy to use features - International keyboard support for many languages, including French, German, Korean, Russian etc. - Pinch to zoom in and out. Choose the zoom scale you like - Easy to use design Supported Platform: - Windows 11 - Windows 10 - Windows 8 - Windows XP Professional - Windows Vista Business/Enterprise/Ultimate - Windows 7 Professional/Enterprise/Ultimate - Windows Server 2000/2003/2008 Important: The following systems are NOT supported: - Windows XP Home - Windows Vista Home Basic/Premium - Windows 7 Home Starter/Basic/Premium - Others not listed in "Supported Platform" section For detailed setup instructions and more information, see http://www.hanajobs.com/mobile/forums/show/9.page Note: - Make sure Remote Desktop is enabled on your computer - IMPORTANT: For Vista, Windows 7 and Windows Server, choose "Allow connections from computers running any version of Remote Desktop (less secure)" - Modify firewall settings to allow Remote Desktop. You should try to connect from another Windows computer to make sure the Remote Desktop is enabled. For more infomation on how to enable Remote Desktop, see Windows XP: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsXp/using/mobility/getstarted/Remoteintro.mspx Windows Vista/Windows 7: http://www.howtogeek.com/howto/windows-vista/turn-on-remote-desktop-in-windows-vista/ http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-vista/Remote-Desktop-Connection-frequently-asked-questions Send your comments/suggestions to hanamobiles@gmail.com or visit our website.

Screenshots

Telnet Lite4 screens
iRemoteDesktop Lite4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: iRemoteDesktop Lite at 3.8 against Telnet Lite's 2.5. iRemoteDesktop Lite also leads on review sentiment (73% vs 45%) and ratings volume (75 vs 20). Telnet Lite's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, 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. iRemoteDesktop Lite sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Telnet Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iRemoteDesktop Lite holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 2.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 20 and 75 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of Telnet Lite's written reviews are positive against 73% of iRemoteDesktop Lite's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Telnet Lite ships an update every 4 months, iRemoteDesktop Lite every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Telnet Lite versus iRemoteDesktop Lite: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTelnet LiteiRemoteDesktop Lite
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.5 (20 ratings)3.8 (75 ratings) — better
Positive reviews45.5% of reviews73.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2075 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.612.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMochaSoftHana Mobile

Customer experience

Telnet Lite

All ratings20 ratings
Positive35.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative60.0%
Written reviews165 reviews
Positive45.5%
Neutral10.9%
Negative43.6%

iRemoteDesktop Lite

All ratings75 ratings
Positive68.0%
Neutral8.0%
Negative24.0%
Written reviews923 reviews
Positive73.0%
Neutral7.4%
Negative19.6%

User reviews

Telnet Lite

From 20 App Store ratings

What we love

  • ✅ Functional telnet/SSH client for basic remote access
  • 📱 Useful for mobile device administration
  • ⚙️ Configurable settings and keyboard layouts
  • 🎯 Works well for quick emergency access
  • 💾 Saves SSH credentials for convenience

Room to improve

  • ⏱️ 5-minute session timeout limit (major complaint)
  • ⌨️ Enter button removed/relocated in recent updates
  • 🐢 Slow performance and laggy keyboard animations
  • 📵 Disconnects when switching to other apps
  • ⌨️ Keyboard obscures input/cursor visibility

iRemoteDesktop Lite

From 75 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use and set up
  • 🚀 Responsive and fluid performance
  • 💡 Useful for remote access and management
  • 🔒 Secure with PIN/password protection
  • 🎨 Good visual quality and screen rendering

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional connection issues and crashes
  • 🔍 Confusing or lacking setup instructions
  • 🖱️ Limited mouse/keyboard functionality in free version
  • 🔋 High battery consumption on mobile devices
  • 📺 Small screen size can make it difficult to use

Bugs and requests

Telnet Lite

Reported bugs

14 issues
  • 5-minute session timeout introduced in update
  • Enter button missing or relocated in recent versions
  • App crashes on iOS 3.0 and later versions
  • Keyboard animations are laggy
  • Text entry is very slow
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  • Cannot send carriage return (CR) properly
  • App freezes on connection screen
  • Crashes after 4 minutes of use
  • Cannot input login credentials
  • Display shows garbled text
  • Backspace key not functioning
  • Export only exports last session
  • Connection issues with certain servers
  • App locks immediately after opening

Requested features

14 requests
  • Remove or increase 5-minute session time limit
  • Restore enter button to standard keyboard location
  • Add ESC and function keys to lite version
  • Implement arrow keys and tab key support
  • Add copy/paste functionality
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  • Prevent disconnection when switching apps
  • Improve keyboard positioning to not obscure input
  • Add ANSI color support
  • Implement scroll buffer for viewing history
  • Add landscape mode support (or make it free)
  • Support for different line-ending handling (CR/LF)
  • Resizable window and movable terminal view
  • Separate input line display
  • Control key accessibility improvements

iRemoteDesktop Lite

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Keyboard gets stuck in uppercase mode
  • Inability to delete previously added remote connections
  • Compatibility issues with newer Windows versions
  • Freezing or black screen issues during use

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for right-click and drag functionality
  • Improve keyboard handling and integration
  • Allow configuration of multiple remote connections
  • Implement audio support for remote playback
  • Optimize for larger tablet screens

In-app purchases

None

Telnet Lite

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

iRemoteDesktop Lite

One-time1
  • iRemoteDesktop Pro$4.99

Questions

Is Telnet Lite free?
Telnet Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is iRemoteDesktop Lite free?
iRemoteDesktop Lite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Telnet Lite or iRemoteDesktop Lite?
iRemoteDesktop Lite is rated higher. Telnet Lite averages 2.5 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while iRemoteDesktop Lite averages 3.8 from 75 ratings.
Do Telnet Lite or iRemoteDesktop Lite have ads?
iRemoteDesktop Lite shows ads; Telnet Lite does not.
Which is updated more often, Telnet Lite or iRemoteDesktop Lite?
Telnet Lite ships an update every 4 months, and iRemoteDesktop Lite every 3 months. Most recently, Telnet Lite was updated on September 20, 2026 and iRemoteDesktop Lite on September 10, 2026.

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