Comparison

RealVNC Viewer vs Full Screen Viewer

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

Head to head
About

RealVNC Viewer

Access and control your Mac, Windows, or Linux computers remotely from any device. View your desktop, use your keyboard and mouse, and manage files securely with end-to-end encryption. Sync connections across all your devices for seamless access.

Highlights
  • Instant remote access to computers
  • Control mouse and keyboard remotely
  • End-to-end session encryption
  • Cloud service for easy connection
  • Backup and sync connections
  • Virtual keyboard with advanced keys
  • Bluetooth keyboard support
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RealVNC® Viewer from RealVNC® gives you instant remote access to your Mac, Windows and Linux computers from anywhere in the world. You can view your computer's desktop, and control its mouse and keyboard as though you were sitting down in front of it. Download RealVNC Connect to each computer you want to control. Then sign in to RealVNC Viewer on your device using your RealVNC account credentials. You'll see your computers automatically appear; simply tap to connect. RealVNC Connect password-protects each computer out-of-the-box. You may need to enter the same user name and password you use to log in to your computer. All sessions are then encrypted end-to-end. During a session, your device's touch screen serves as a trackpad to give you precise control. Drag your finger to move the remote mouse cursor and tap anywhere to left-click (other gestures such as right-click and scroll are explained in-app). As the original inventors of VNC remote access technology, we're confident you'll love what RealVNC Viewer has to offer. If you're still not convinced, check out our reviews! ===Key features=== - Connect with ease via our cloud service to computers running RealVNC Connect. - Backup and sync your connections between all your devices by signing in to RealVNC Viewer on each one. - A scrolling bar above the virtual keyboard includes advanced keys such as Command/Windows. - Support for Bluetooth keyboards. ===Contact=== We’d love to hear from you: iphone-support@realvnc.com twitter.com/RealVNC facebook.com/realvnc Better still, leave us a review!   ===Terms of Use=== https://static.realvnc.com/media/documents/RealVNCServicesTCs.pdf ===Trademarks=== RealVNC and VNC are trademarks of RealVNC Limited and are protected by trademark registrations and/or pending trademark applications in the European Union, United States of America and other jurisdictions. Protected by UK patents 2481870, 2479756; US patent 8760366; EU patent 2652951.

About

Full Screen Viewer

View PDF files and various image formats on your smartphone or tablet with a focus on essential functions for workplace efficiency. Offers smooth operation, one-handed use, and powerful magnification for detailed viewing of blueprints, documents, and photos.

Highlights
  • Full screen display
  • One-handed operation
  • View PDF and image files
  • Magnify up to 100x
  • Smooth zoom and page switching
  • Read files from various locations
  • File management and history
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Full Screen Viewer is an app for viewing PDF files and images on smartphones and tablets. For those who are actively working, the selection of tools to use is essential for improving work efficiency. This app was developed based on the views of such people, with consideration for ease of use in the actual workplace by focusing on the necessary functions rather than aiming for multiple functions. [Features] · Full screen display · Smooth operation · Can be operated with one hand · Display PDF files and multiple types of image files (JPEG, PNG, GIF, BMP, TIFF) · Files can be magnified up to 100x · You can zoom in to the maximum size or zoom out to the minimum size with a single drag without having to drag again and again. · You can easily switch the screen orientation between portrait and landscape by simply changing the orientation of the device to portrait or landscape. · For PDF files with multiple pages, you can move between the pages. [Use Cases] · Display blueprints (plans) Main target users: Engineers This app allows files to be magnified up to a very high magnification level, so it is ideal for viewing PDF blueprints (plans) with detailed drawings. Also, since it can be operated with one hand, you can perform other tasks at the same time with the other hand, such as writing with pen. · Display various documents Main target users: Sales staff, consultants It supports PDF files with multiple pages, so you can move between the pages. It is suitable for displaying catalogs, pamphlets, and various documents. You can move between pages and change magnification levels with smooth operations with the full screen display to view for yourself or to show customers while giving an explanation. · Super magnification of photos Main target users: Photographers Since photos can be magnified up to 100x, you can magnify photos with complex machines, crowds, and various objects to see the details. [List of Functions] · Display PDF files and images (JPEG, PNG, GIF, BMP, TIFF) · Selection of operation method You can choose from 3 types of operation methods. Operation 1 Tilt the device to move Drag the screen to zoom in/out Operation 2 Drag the screen to move Drag the screen to zoom in/out Operation 3 Drag the screen to move Pinch in/out to zoom in/out · Change the maximum magnification level · PDF page switching · Read files in various locations Photos in the photo library PDF files and images in the device (iPhone/iPad) PDF files and images in Dropbox Download and display files by entering a URL (The URL can be entered directly or with a QR code) · File management Confirm view history View history is saved without limit (deleted manually) Read and delete files viewed in the past · Share files with friends and collaborators · Switch the screen orientation (portrait/landscape display) · Lock/unlock the screen orientation *A subscription is required to be able to use all the functions.

Screenshots

RealVNC Viewer4 screens
Full Screen Viewer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: RealVNC Viewer at 4.8 against Full Screen Viewer's 3.7. RealVNC Viewer also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). Full Screen Viewer's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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

Both are free to download. Full Screen Viewer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. RealVNC Viewer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

RealVNC Viewer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RealVNC Viewer has 15K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RealVNC Viewer ships an update every 2 months, Full Screen Viewer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
RealVNC Viewer versus Full Screen Viewer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRealVNC ViewerFull Screen Viewer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (15K ratings) — better3.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews72.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings15K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRealVNC LimitedAkane Tominaga

Customer experience

RealVNC Viewer

All ratings14,634 ratings
Positive95.1%
Neutral2.0%
Negative2.9%
Written reviews1,525 reviews
Positive72.3%
Neutral7.1%
Negative20.7%

Full Screen Viewer

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Bugs and requests

RealVNC Viewer

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Cursor and screen synchronization issues
  • Incompatibility with certain macOS and iOS versions
  • Frequent disconnections and login problems
  • Keyboard input not working as expected

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for audio streaming
  • Improve clipboard and file transfer functionality
  • Provide better multi-monitor support
  • Allow customization of keyboard and mouse controls
  • Implement a true touch-based interface

Full Screen Viewer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

RealVNC Viewer

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Full Screen Viewer

Subscriptions4
  • One month subscription$1.991 Month
  • PRO version (Monthly)$1.991 Month
  • One year subscription$22.491 Year
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  • PRO version (Yearly)$22.491 Year

Questions

Is RealVNC Viewer free?
RealVNC Viewer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Full Screen Viewer free?
Full Screen Viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, RealVNC Viewer or Full Screen Viewer?
RealVNC Viewer is rated higher. RealVNC Viewer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 15K ratings, while Full Screen Viewer averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.
Do RealVNC Viewer or Full Screen Viewer have ads?
Full Screen Viewer shows ads; RealVNC Viewer does not.
Which is updated more often, RealVNC Viewer or Full Screen Viewer?
RealVNC Viewer ships an update every 2 months, and Full Screen Viewer fortnightly. Most recently, RealVNC Viewer was updated on October 22, 2026 and Full Screen Viewer on October 4, 2026.

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