# FullControl vs Self

The clearest difference is review sentiment: FullControl at 82% against Self's 14%. FullControl also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (219 vs 7). 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 Self 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 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FullControl has 219 ratings behind it against 7, 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 14% of Self's.

## The numbers

| Metric | FullControl | Self |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (219 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fullcontrol-remote-for-mac/id347857890/reviews)** | [3.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/self-destructing-messages/id1475409586/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **219** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | **81.9% of reviews** | 14.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 28 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Francesco Burelli](https://appshunter.io/developer/334626957) | [Fanatic Development](https://appshunter.io/developer/488507501) |

## 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


### Self

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/self-destructing-messages/id1475409586)

Send messages that automatically disappear after a set time. Control message visibility and ensure sensitive information is deleted permanently from all devices. Integrates seamlessly with iMessage for easy sharing.

**Highlights:** Set message expiration times, Automatic message deletion, Securely share secrets, iMessage integration, No account required

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited messages | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FullControl free?

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

### Is Self free?

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

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

FullControl is rated higher. FullControl averages 4.5 out of 5 from 219 ratings, while Self averages 3.0 from 7 ratings.

### Do FullControl or Self have ads?

Neither FullControl nor Self shows ads.

---

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