# Mobile Mouse Remote vs Remote Mouse for iPad

The clearest difference is rating: Remote Mouse for iPad at 4.4 against Mobile Mouse Remote's 3.8. Remote Mouse for iPad also leads on ratings volume (277 vs 78) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 17.0). Mobile Mouse Remote's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and review sentiment (66% vs 42%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Mobile Mouse Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Remote Mouse for iPad sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Remote Mouse for iPad holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 78 and 277 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 66% of Mobile Mouse Remote's written reviews are positive against 42% of Remote Mouse for iPad's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Mobile Mouse Remote ships an update every 3 months, Remote Mouse for iPad every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 7, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Mobile Mouse Remote | Remote Mouse for iPad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (78 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mobile-mouse-remote-cloud/id356395556/reviews) | **[4.4 (277 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-mouse-for-ipad/id431038047/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 78 | **277** |
| Positive reviews | **65.9% of reviews** | 42.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 62 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **8.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [R.P.A. Tech](https://appshunter.io/developer/289616512) | [耀 阮](https://appshunter.io/developer/1263363549) |

## What reviewers say

### Mobile Mouse Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mobile-mouse-remote-cloud/id356395556)

Transform your phone into a wireless remote and mouse for your computer. Control your media, browse the web, or present with ease from your couch. Essential for home theater PCs and presenters.

**Highlights:** Trackpad mouse, Remote keyboard, Modifier keys, On-screen typing, Password protection, Multitouch gestures

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth and responsive
- 👍 Easy to set up and use
- 💡 Useful for controlling PC from a distance
- 🚀 Fully functional free version
- 👍 Works on both Mac and PC

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connection issues and frequent disconnects
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 👎 Constant nagging to upgrade to pro version
- 🐛 Buggy keyboard with issues like auto-capitalization
- 👎 Unreliable performance, especially on Windows 10

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes computer when connected
- Incompatible with certain firewall and antivirus settings
- Fails to detect or connect to computer in many cases

**Requested features**

- Bluetooth connectivity option
- Customizable keyboard and mouse settings
- Improved compatibility with various devices and OSes
- Better troubleshooting and support documentation


### Remote Mouse for iPad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-mouse-for-ipad/id431038047)

Transform your mobile device into a wireless keyboard and trackpad for your computer. Effortlessly control presentations, media playback, and applications from a distance. Enjoy a user-friendly interface with multi-touch gestures for a seamless remote experience.

**Highlights:** Simulated mouse and trackpad, Multi-touch gestures, Media remote control, Application launcher, Remote shutdown/restart, Voice typing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Customize Wallpaper | $1.99 | one-time |
| Media Remote Panel | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remote Image Viewer | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Keyboard | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works well
- 👍 Easy to set up
- 🚀 Smooth and responsive
- 👍 Convenient for controlling PC from couch
- 👍 Useful for presentations and media playback

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and connection issues
- 🔒 Requires paid version for keyboard functionality
- 🔒 Ads even in paid version
- 🔒 Paid version doesn't remove all limitations
- 🔋 Drains device battery

**Reported bugs**

- Keyboard not working as expected
- Mouse cursor stops responding
- Compatibility issues with newer OS versions
- Unreliable connection and frequent disconnects

**Requested features**

- Add two-finger scrolling and multitouch gestures
- Improve keyboard functionality and support more keys
- Allow controlling computer screen on iPad
- Provide better customer support and bug fixes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Mobile Mouse Remote free?

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

### Is Remote Mouse for iPad free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Mobile Mouse Remote or Remote Mouse for iPad?

Remote Mouse for iPad is rated higher. Mobile Mouse Remote averages 3.8 out of 5 from 78 ratings, while Remote Mouse for iPad averages 4.4 from 277 ratings.

### Do Mobile Mouse Remote or Remote Mouse for iPad have ads?

Neither Mobile Mouse Remote nor Remote Mouse for iPad shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Mobile Mouse Remote or Remote Mouse for iPad?

Mobile Mouse Remote ships an update every 3 months, and Remote Mouse for iPad every 2 months. Most recently, Mobile Mouse Remote was updated on October 7, 2026 and Remote Mouse for iPad on October 7, 2026.

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