# FullControl vs Tap Remote

The clearest difference is rating: FullControl at 4.5 against Tap Remote's 3.8. FullControl also leads on review sentiment (82% vs 50%) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 7 months). Tap Remote's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FullControl sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Tap Remote sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

FullControl holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FullControl has 219 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 82% of FullControl's written reviews are positive against 50% of Tap Remote's.

FullControl ships an update every 4 weeks, Tap Remote every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FullControl | Tap Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (219 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fullcontrol-remote-for-mac/id347857890/reviews)** | [3.8 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-remote/id1084877796/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **219** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | **81.9% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 7 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 28 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Francesco Burelli](https://appshunter.io/developer/334626957) | [Eun Ah Jung](https://appshunter.io/developer/1437313317) |

## What reviewers say

### FullControl

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fullcontrol-remote-for-mac/id347857890)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a powerful remote control for your Mac. Effortlessly manage applications, control media playback, navigate files, and even use your device as a keyboard and trackpad. Offers extensive customization for a personalized computing experience.

**Highlights:** Custom commands for each Mac application, Launch applications and control media, Remote keyboard and trackpad functionality, File browser and launcher, Shutdown, restart, and sleep Mac, Live screenshots and volume control (in-app purchase)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro upgrade | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fully functional free app
- 👍 Worth-it pro upgrade
- 👍 Easy to use and very useful
- 👍 Excellent remote app
- 🚀 Comprehensive application

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 No longer functions with newer OS versions
- 🐛 Laggy trackpad and scrolling
- 🔒 Concerns about security and privacy
- 🐛 Unreliable connection and disconnects
- 🐛 Certain features not working as expected

**Reported bugs**

- Cursor freezes or behaves unexpectedly
- Compatibility issues with newer OS versions
- Certain commands not working as intended

**Requested features**

- Add volume and brightness controls
- Improve mouse/trackpad responsiveness
- Integrate with voice assistants
- Allow remote login and power on/off
- Improve UI and customization options


### Tap Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-remote/id1084877796)

Transform your iOS device into a comprehensive remote control for your Mac. Effortlessly manage your computer's mouse, keyboard, trackpad, system dock, and favorite media applications. An optional Pro upgrade unlocks desktop mirroring and presentation controls.

**Highlights:** Simulated Mouse with click functions, Trackpad with two-finger scrolling, Keyboard with multiple layouts, Media app control, Mac system Dock control, Desktop mirroring (Pro feature), Presentation remote (Pro feature)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tap Remote - Pro Upgrade | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FullControl free?

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

### Is Tap Remote free?

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

### Which has better reviews, FullControl or Tap Remote?

FullControl is rated higher. FullControl averages 4.5 out of 5 from 219 ratings, while Tap Remote averages 3.8 from 6 ratings.

### Do FullControl or Tap Remote have ads?

Neither FullControl nor Tap Remote shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FullControl or Tap Remote?

FullControl ships an update every 4 weeks, and Tap Remote every 7 months. Most recently, FullControl was updated on September 29, 2026 and Tap Remote on September 27, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*