Comparison

Remote Mouse Pro vs PC Remote

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

Head to head
About

Remote Mouse Pro

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

Highlights
  • Simulated mouse, keyboard, and touchpad
  • Gyro mouse control
  • Cross-device clipboard for text and images
  • Specialized control panels (media, web, apps)
  • Remote power options (shutdown, restart)
  • Supports multiple operating systems
Features
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Remote Mouse™ transforms your mobile phone or tablet into an easy-to-use remote control for your computer, complete with a cross-device clipboard that enables seamless text and image transfer across platforms. It mimics the functions of a wireless mouse, keyboard, and touchpad, and also offers various specialized control panels that enhance your control over specific operations. The small features, designed for one-handed use or intuitive operations, will delight you. Featured on CNET, Mashable, and Product Hunt, Remote Mouse is recognized as one of the most sophisticated and user-friendly computer remote apps. With over 20 million users worldwide, it's a trusted choice for effortless computer control. Whether you're watching a movie online, giving a presentation, or shutting down your computer with one click, nothing can be more convenient than having a mobile phone remote at your fingertips. Mouse • Fully simulated mouse function • Gyro mouse is a feature that allows you to move the mouse cursor with a gyro sensor • Left-handed mode Keyboard • Integrated with system and third-party keyboards, supports typing in various languages • Remotely typing by voice if the soft keyboard supports speech recognition • Supports sending various shortcuts • Displays different keypads for Mac or PC Touchpad • Simulates the Apple Magic Trackpad and supports multi-touch gestures Specialty Control Panels • Media Remote: Control videos, music, and presentations across apps and sites like YouTube, Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+, VLC, Spotify, and more, automatically adapting to what’s playing. • Web Remote: Supports Chrome, Firefox, and Opera • Application Switcher: quickly launch and switch between programs • Power Options: Supports remotely shutting down, sleeping, restarting, and logging off • Cross-device Clipboard: Allows for the transfer of text and images between your computer and mobile device Other Features • Use the physical volume buttons on the mobile device for remote control • Set a password for the connection • Customizable wallpaper Connection Method • Connect via IP address or QR code • Connect via history Operating Environment • Compatible with Windows, Mac OSX, and Linux • Works under Wi-Fi or Bluetooth To Get Started 1. Visit https://www.remotemouse.net on your computer and download the Remote Mouse computer server software. 2. Install and run the computer server software. 3. Connect your mobile device to the same Wi-Fi network or use Bluetooth to pair with your computer.

About

PC Remote

Control your PC remotely from your smartphone. Enjoy enhanced gaming, stream your screen and camera, and use your phone as a wireless mouse and keyboard. Securely access your computer from anywhere for work or play.

Highlights
  • Enhanced PC gaming controls
  • Real-time screen and camera sharing
  • Use phone as virtual webcam
  • Wireless mouse and keyboard control
  • Multi-display support
  • Effortless file transfer
  • Secure remote connections
Features
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Elevate your PC experience with Monect PC Remote, a versatile and free app designed to give you full control of your computer — whether you're nearby or miles away. Key Features: * Enhanced Gaming: Immerse yourself in PC gaming with custom button layouts and onboard sensors. Tailor them to your preferences for an unbeatable gaming experience. * Real-time Screen and Camera Sharing: Share your PC screen and camera feed seamlessly with your smartphone. Experience your PC as if it's right in your hand. * Virtual Camera: Use your phone’s high-quality camera as a virtual webcam on your PC. Perfect for video calls, streaming, and online meetings with crystal-clear visuals. * Mouse and Keyboard Control: Use your phone as a wireless mouse and keyboard for your PC. Navigate, type, and control your computer effortlessly from anywhere. * Multi-Display Capabilities: Expand your workspace by adding up to 4 virtual displays to your PC, boosting productivity and multitasking. * Effortless File Transfer: Seamlessly transfer files between your devices for ultimate convenience. * Top-Notch Security: Rest easy with our 256 Bit AES Session Encoding for secure remote network connections. How to Use: 1. Installation: Download Monect PC Remote from Google Play and the PC Remote Receiver from [https://www.monect.com/](https://www.monect.com/) on your computer. 2. Connect Your Device: Choose from multiple connection options: * Local Wi-Fi (on the same network) * Remote Wi-Fi (across different networks) Experience the freedom and control that Monect PC Remote offers, making your PC a truly versatile and powerful tool for work, play, and creativity — now with Virtual Camera and wireless Mouse & Keyboard control for even more possibilities.

Screenshots

Remote Mouse Pro4 screens
PC Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: PC Remote at Free against Remote Mouse Pro's $14.99. Remote Mouse Pro's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 3.2) and ads (none vs shown). On update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

PC Remote is free to download; Remote Mouse Pro costs $14.99 up front. Remote Mouse Pro sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and PC Remote sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Remote Mouse Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote Mouse Pro has 4.7K ratings behind it against 301, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Remote Mouse Pro's written reviews are positive against 33% of PC Remote's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote Mouse Pro ships an update every 3 weeks, PC Remote monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Remote Mouse Pro versus PC Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote Mouse ProPC Remote
Price$14.99Free — better
Rating4.7 (4.7K ratings) — better3.2 (301 ratings)
Positive reviews67.2% of reviews — better32.8% of reviews
Number of ratings4.7K — better301
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#42 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer耀 阮Monect (Suzhou) Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

Remote Mouse Pro

All ratings4,714 ratings
Positive91.9%
Neutral3.0%
Negative5.1%
Written reviews1,717 reviews
Positive67.2%
Neutral7.9%
Negative24.9%

PC Remote

All ratings301 ratings
Positive53.2%
Neutral8.6%
Negative38.2%
Written reviews497 reviews
Positive32.8%
Neutral13.5%
Negative53.7%

User reviews

Remote Mouse Pro

From 4.7K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Surprisingly good design
  • 👍 Handy and versatile
  • 💰 Worth the money
  • 🎨 Customizable
  • 📱 Seamless mobile control

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues
  • 🔌 Unreliable after updates
  • 💰 Misleading in-app purchases
  • 🤔 Lacking some key features
  • 🔍 Poor customer support

PC Remote

From 301 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Smooth connection
  • 🎮 Great for gaming
  • 👍 Useful remote control features
  • 💡 Innovative app concept

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connection issues
  • 🔋 Battery drain
  • 📱 Limited functionality on iOS
  • 🔧 Buggy after updates
  • 💰 Excessive ads/paywall

Bugs and requests

Remote Mouse Pro

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Cursor jumps and lags
  • Media controls not working
  • Keyboard not functioning properly
  • Frequent disconnections
  • App crashing on certain devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add mute button
  • Allow reordering of quick launch apps
  • Improve right-click functionality on Arabic version
  • Implement full keyboard support
  • Add dark mode option

PC Remote

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • QR code scanner not working
  • Remote desktop not functioning
  • Buttons getting stuck
  • Crashes on certain devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Custom layout editor
  • Improved gamepad support
  • Ability to control volume and system functions
  • Bluetooth/USB connection option

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Remote Mouse Pro

One-time5
  • Customize Wallpaper$1.99
  • Media Remote Panel$1.99
  • Remote Image Viewer$1.99
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  • Unlock Spotify Pad$1.99
  • Unlock Web Remote$1.99
8 purchases

PC Remote

Subscriptions4
  • Premium Access – Monthly3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Premium Access – 3 Months3 Days trial$4.993 Months
  • Premium Access – 6 Months3 Days trial$8.996 Months
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  • Premium Access – Yearly3 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time4
  • VIP for 3 month$7.99
  • VIP for 6 month$12.99
  • VIP for 1 year$19.99
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  • VIP Services$59.99

Questions

Is Remote Mouse Pro free?
Remote Mouse Pro costs $14.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is PC Remote free?
PC Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Remote Mouse Pro or PC Remote?
Remote Mouse Pro is rated higher. Remote Mouse Pro averages 4.7 out of 5 from 4.7K ratings, while PC Remote averages 3.2 from 301 ratings.
Do Remote Mouse Pro or PC Remote have ads?
PC Remote shows ads; Remote Mouse Pro does not.
Which is updated more often, Remote Mouse Pro or PC Remote?
Remote Mouse Pro ships an update every 3 weeks, and PC Remote monthly. Most recently, Remote Mouse Pro was updated on September 24, 2026 and PC Remote on September 23, 2026.

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