# FullControl vs Remote Mouse

The clearest difference is ads: FullControl at none against Remote Mouse's shown. FullControl also leads on review sentiment (82% vs 68%) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). Remote Mouse's advantage is ratings volume (19K vs 219). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FullControl sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Remote Mouse sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for FullControl against 4.6 for Remote Mouse. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote Mouse has 19K ratings behind it against 219, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 82% of FullControl's written reviews are positive against 68% of Remote Mouse's.

FullControl ships an update every 4 weeks, Remote Mouse every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FullControl | Remote Mouse |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (219 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fullcontrol-remote-for-mac/id347857890/reviews) | **[4.6 (19K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-mouse/id385894596/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 219 | **19K** |
| Positive reviews | **81.9% of reviews** | 68.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 28 MB | 51 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Francesco Burelli](https://appshunter.io/developer/334626957) | [耀 阮](https://appshunter.io/developer/1263363549) |

## 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


### Remote Mouse

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-mouse/id385894596)

Control your computer remotely using your phone or tablet. Mimics mouse, keyboard, and touchpad functions, with specialized panels for media, web browsing, and power options. Seamlessly transfer text and images across devices.

**Highlights:** Simulated mouse and touchpad, Wireless keyboard input, Cross-device clipboard, Media and web remote panels, Application switcher, Power options control, Gyro mouse functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Membership (1 Month) | $1.49 | per month |
| Pro Membership (1 Year) | $13.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Customize Wallpaper | $1.99 | one-time |
| Media Remote Panel | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Web Remote | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent app functionality
- 👍 Easy to use and set up
- 🚀 Responsive and precise
- 👍 Useful for presentations and media control
- 👍 Works great as a touchpad replacement

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connection issues and frequent disconnects
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with data collection
- 💰 Paywalling basic features
- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable after updates
- 🔋 High battery consumption

**Reported bugs**

- Keyboard not working in certain apps
- Touchpad not functioning in landscape mode
- App freezing and crashing
- Inability to connect via Bluetooth
- Unexpected charges and subscription issues

**Requested features**

- Add dark mode option
- Improve Bluetooth connectivity
- Allow using phone as a mouse for iPad
- Add more customization options
- Improve compatibility with VPNs


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FullControl free?

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

### Is Remote Mouse free?

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

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

Remote Mouse is rated higher. FullControl averages 4.5 out of 5 from 219 ratings, while Remote Mouse averages 4.6 from 19K ratings.

### Do FullControl or Remote Mouse have ads?

Remote Mouse shows ads; FullControl does not.

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

FullControl ships an update every 4 weeks, and Remote Mouse every 3 weeks. Most recently, FullControl was updated on September 22, 2026 and Remote Mouse on September 25, 2026.

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