Comparison

FullControl vs NetBox

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

Head to head
About

FullControl

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
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FullControl is a fun, and easy-to-use app that turns your iPhone or iPad into a remote control. So you can control your computer with a tap or flick of a finger. Why is FullControl so different? • there are specific commands for each Mac application, for ALL Mac applications! • high commands customization; • launch applications; • volume control; • navigate through Mac filesystem and open files; • remote keyboard and mouse. Do you want to skip to the next track? There is a fast command for this! Do you need to stop the movie? There is a command for this! Want to start a video? Do not look for it with the mouse, FullControl allows you to access the contents of folders on your Mac and launch files with the program of your choice! ### ALL FEATURES ### • Custom command FOR EACH Mac application • Launch applications in the folder "Applications" and in the Dock • Remote keyboard • Remote trackpad • Shutdown, restart, and putting to sleep the Mac • File browser and file launcher • Automatic server detection # In-App Purchases FEATURES # • Numeric pad • Live screenshots of your Mac • Volume control • Brightness control • Music control (play, pause, next, previous) • Prevent device screen lock toggle FullControl just installed, you have already provided the commands to control your music on iTunes, Spotify, the videos play on VLC, QuickTime, manage live TV on EyeTV! Requirements • Mac Intel with Mac OS 10.14 (or higher) • FullControlHelper (3.1.9 or higher) installed on your Mac • Accessibility API enabled for FullControlHelper • Wifi/LAN FullControlHelper is available for free at http://fullcontrol.cescobaz.com/

About

NetBox

Features
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NetBox is a network diagnostics toolbox that brings essential testing tools together, helping you troubleshoot connectivity, analyze server status, and understand your local network anytime, anywhere. 【Key Features】 • Ping: Test host reachability with real-time latency and packet-loss statistics. • Traceroute: Trace the route hop by hop to identify network bottlenecks. • DNS Scan: Query A, AAAA, MX, NS, TXT, SOA, CNAME, and more. • Port Scan: Concurrent full-range scan from port 1 to 65535 with live progress and open-port results. • Whois: Look up domain registration details including registrar and expiration. • Server Check: Verify DNS resolution, HTTP/HTTPS connectivity, response headers, and SSL certificate info. • LAN Scan: Discover online devices and open services on your Wi-Fi network. 【Convenient Experience】 • Save frequently used addresses to favorites and start tests with one tap. • Task logs automatically store results for easy review and comparison. • Supports 33 languages with instant switching. • Favorites and logs sync securely via iCloud. 【Privacy Commitment】 NetBox does not collect, store, or transmit any personal information. All network diagnostics run directly on your device. Task logs and favorites are stored locally and can be synced through your personal iCloud account using CloudKit. We do not use any third-party analytics or tracking services. Whether you are troubleshooting home network issues, verifying server availability, or performing routine network maintenance, NetBox is the professional network assistant in your pocket.

Screenshots

FullControl4 screens
NetBox4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: FullControl at Free against NetBox's $0.99. FullControl also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). NetBox's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads 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

FullControl is free to download; NetBox costs $0.99 up front. FullControl sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. NetBox asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
FullControl versus NetBox: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFullControlNetBox
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.5 (219 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews81.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings219 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFrancesco BurelliShenyang Yuzu Technology Co., Ltd

Bugs and requests

FullControl

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

5 requests
  • 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

NetBox

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

FullControl

One-time1
  • Pro upgrade$1.99
None

NetBox

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FullControl free?
FullControl is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NetBox free?
NetBox costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do FullControl or NetBox have ads?
Neither FullControl nor NetBox shows ads.

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