Comparison

RealVNC Viewer vs Moku

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

Moku

This platform provides professional-grade scientific and engineering instruments on an iPad. It offers 16 versatile tools, including oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers, with advanced customization options. Seamlessly control experiments, stream data, and share findings wirelessly.

Highlights
  • 16 professional-grade instruments
  • Customizable test setups
  • Wireless iPad control
  • Real-time data streaming
  • Cloud and email data sharing
  • Demo mode with simulated signals
Features
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Moku is a revolutionary all-in-one test and measurement platform for professional scientists and engineers, with 16 professional-grade instruments: • Oscilloscope • Spectrum Analyzer • Gigabit Streamer • Waveform Generator • Phasemeter • Data Logger • Lock-in Amplifier • PID Controller • FIR Filter Builder • Frequency Response Analyzer • Arbitrary Waveform Generator • Digital Filter Box • Laser Lock Box • Logic Analyzer / Pattern Generator • Time & Frequency Analyzer • Neural Network plus the ability to create your own customized test setup with Multi-Instrument Mode and GenInst Studio or Moku Compile. With high-speed analog inputs and outputs combined with reconfigurable FPGA hardware, the digital signal-processing capabilities are virtually limitless. The Moku app for iPad communicates wirelessly with your device and is mission control for all of your Moku instruments. Each instrument features an intuitive multi-touch user interface, thoughtfully designed and meticulously optimized for iPad. Stream data and control your experiment in real time as you move around the lab. Connect to Dropbox, iCloud or email to instantly save your data and share your breakthroughs with colleagues or friends. Try out the app in demo mode to interact with simulated signals and experience the innovative iPad interface. For more information visit www.liquidinstruments.com.

Screenshots

RealVNC Viewer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: RealVNC Viewer at 15K against Moku's 6. RealVNC Viewer also leads on review sentiment (72% vs 50%) and device support (3 vs 1). Moku's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Moku holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RealVNC Viewer has 15K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 72% of RealVNC Viewer's written reviews are positive against 50% of Moku's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and August 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
RealVNC Viewer versus Moku: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRealVNC ViewerMoku
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (15K ratings)5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews72.4% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings15K — better6
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB2.1 GB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRealVNC LimitedLiquid Instruments

Customer experience

RealVNC Viewer

All ratings14,634 ratings
Positive95.1%
Neutral2.0%
Negative2.9%
Written reviews1,520 reviews
Positive72.4%
Neutral7.0%
Negative20.5%

Moku

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

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

Moku

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

RealVNC Viewer

No in-app purchases

None

Moku

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RealVNC Viewer free?
RealVNC Viewer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Moku free?
Moku is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, RealVNC Viewer or Moku?
Moku is rated higher. RealVNC Viewer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 15K ratings, while Moku averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.
Do RealVNC Viewer or Moku have ads?
Neither RealVNC Viewer nor Moku shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RealVNC Viewer or Moku?
RealVNC Viewer ships an update every 2 months, and Moku every 2 months. Most recently, RealVNC Viewer was updated on September 26, 2026 and Moku on August 8, 2026.

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