# FullControl vs InputStickUtility

The clearest difference is rating: InputStickUtility at 5.0 against FullControl's 4.5. InputStickUtility also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (100% vs 82%). FullControl's advantage is update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 6 months) and ratings volume (219 vs 3). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FullControl sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. InputStickUtility asks for nothing beyond the download.

InputStickUtility holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FullControl has 219 ratings behind it against 3, 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 100% of InputStickUtility's.

FullControl ships an update every 4 weeks, InputStickUtility every 6 months. Both last shipped on September 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | FullControl | InputStickUtility |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (219 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fullcontrol-remote-for-mac/id347857890/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inputstickutility/id1356354725/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **219** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 81.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 28 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Francesco Burelli](https://appshunter.io/developer/334626957) | [Jakub Zawadzki](https://appshunter.io/developer/1135444071) |

## 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


### InputStickUtility

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inputstickutility/id1356354725)

Configure your InputStick USB receiver with this utility app. Manage settings like password protection, Bluetooth name, and USB preferences. It also allows for firmware updates to keep your receiver optimized.

**Highlights:** Password protection, Bluetooth name management, USB settings configuration, Firmware updates, Receiver management

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FullControl free?

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

### Is InputStickUtility free?

InputStickUtility is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, FullControl or InputStickUtility?

InputStickUtility is rated higher. FullControl averages 4.5 out of 5 from 219 ratings, while InputStickUtility averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do FullControl or InputStickUtility have ads?

Neither FullControl nor InputStickUtility shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FullControl or InputStickUtility?

FullControl ships an update every 4 weeks, and InputStickUtility every 6 months. Most recently, FullControl was updated on September 29, 2026 and InputStickUtility on September 29, 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.*