Splashtop vs iRemoteDesktop Lite
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Splashtop
Access your Mac or PC securely from your phone or tablet, anytime, anywhere. Enjoy fast, reliable remote access with simple setup and no lag. Control your computer's apps, files, and tools remotely.
- Remote access to Mac/Windows computers
- High-quality audio & video streaming
- Low-latency remote control
- Blank screen mode for privacy
- Remote webcam access
- Cross-platform support
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NEED ACCESS RIGHT NOW? FORGOT SOMETHING ON YOUR COMPUTER? Your computer, anywhere you are. Access your Mac or PC securely from your phone or tablet – anytime, anywhere. Whether you’re traveling, helping family, or need something urgently from your Mac or PC, Splashtop gives you fast, reliable remote access in seconds. No complicated setup. No lag. Just control. GET STARTED IN 3 STEPS 1. Install Splashtop on your phone or tablet 2. Install the free Splashtop Streamer on your computer 3. Log in and connect instantly. That’s it. WHAT PEOPLE USE SPLASHTOP FOR • Accessing full apps, files, and tools they left at home • Working remotely when plans change • Helping parents or friends fix computer issues • Staying productive while traveling • Getting peace of mind knowing their computer is always reachable WHY SPLASHTOP Splashtop is trusted by millions of users and IT teams worldwide for one reason: it works when it matters. • ULTRA-FAST Smooth, high-resolution streaming with low latency. • SIMPLE SETUP Install, log in, and connect. No IT degree required. • SECURE Bank-grade encryption keeps your data and your screen private. • RELIABLE Works even on limited bandwidth or mobile data. This is the same remote access technology used by professionals – made simple for personal use. FREE VS ANYWHERE ACCESS • FREE Access your computer on the same local network • ANYWHERE ACCESS (UPGRADE) Securely connect from anywhere, on any network When remote access becomes important – not just occasional – upgrading unlocks full freedom without changing tools. KEY FEATURES • Access your Mac or Windows computer anytime • High-quality audio & video streaming • Low-latency remote control • Blank screen mode for privacy • Remote webcam access • Cross-platform support (Windows, Mac, iOS) PERSONAL VS BUSINESS Splashtop Personal is designed for non-commercial use. For work or teams, try Splashtop Business for advanced features and management. A REMOTE ACCESS TOOL YOU CAN TRUST When your computer matters, access shouldn’t be complicated. Splashtop gives you control, clarity, and confidence – wherever you are. See our Terms of Service and Privacy policy at https://www.splashtop.com/terms/splashtop.
iRemoteDesktop Lite
Access your Windows PC from your iPhone or iPad. This app provides remote desktop functionality, allowing you to control your computer from anywhere. It's optimized for retina screens and supports various Windows versions.
- Remote Windows PC access
- Optimized for retina screens
- Supports various Windows versions
- Portrait and landscape mode
- Pinch to zoom
- International keyboard support
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Specifically designed for both iPad and iPhone!! Optimized to use the new iPad and iPhone retina screen! Great functionalities and It's FREE! Access your Windows PC from iPad/iPhone/iPod Touch at anytime! Windows 11/Windows 10/Windows 8/Windows 7 Professional/Enterprise/Ultimate are supported! iRemoteDesktop Free is a Windows Remote Desktop (RDP) client for iPhone/iPod Touch. Using it you can access your Windows PC from anywhere at anytime. Note: Not all Windows support remote desktop. Check below for supported platforms or download the tool from http://www.hanamobiles.com/tools/HanaEasyConfig.exe. Compared with this free version, the Pro version has more features: - Multiple connections - Trackpad to move mouse cursor (also support click) and do mouse wheel scroll - Mouse right click, hover and mouse drag - Modifier keypad including Shift, Ctrl and Alt which enables you to press almost any key combinations. - A cool functional keyboard: Cut, copy & paste and other shortcuts keypad, including HOME, END, PAGE UP, PAGE DOWN, Arrow keys, etc. - Easy dragging and resizing using virtual mousepad - Startup password protection - Virtual left button and right mouse button - Support video output (need iPad or iOS4 and output connector) Features: - Specifically designed for both iPad and iPhone - Take advantage of iPhone 4/4s and new iPad's HD retina screen - Portrait and landscape mode - Support various resolutions and colors - Tap to do click, double tap to double click, and all easy to use features - International keyboard support for many languages, including French, German, Korean, Russian etc. - Pinch to zoom in and out. Choose the zoom scale you like - Easy to use design Supported Platform: - Windows 11 - Windows 10 - Windows 8 - Windows XP Professional - Windows Vista Business/Enterprise/Ultimate - Windows 7 Professional/Enterprise/Ultimate - Windows Server 2000/2003/2008 Important: The following systems are NOT supported: - Windows XP Home - Windows Vista Home Basic/Premium - Windows 7 Home Starter/Basic/Premium - Others not listed in "Supported Platform" section For detailed setup instructions and more information, see http://www.hanajobs.com/mobile/forums/show/9.page Note: - Make sure Remote Desktop is enabled on your computer - IMPORTANT: For Vista, Windows 7 and Windows Server, choose "Allow connections from computers running any version of Remote Desktop (less secure)" - Modify firewall settings to allow Remote Desktop. You should try to connect from another Windows computer to make sure the Remote Desktop is enabled. For more infomation on how to enable Remote Desktop, see Windows XP: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsXp/using/mobility/getstarted/Remoteintro.mspx Windows Vista/Windows 7: http://www.howtogeek.com/howto/windows-vista/turn-on-remote-desktop-in-windows-vista/ http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-vista/Remote-Desktop-Connection-frequently-asked-questions Send your comments/suggestions to hanamobiles@gmail.com or visit our website.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Splashtop at 4.7 against iRemoteDesktop Lite's 3.8. Splashtop also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (4.1K vs 75). iRemoteDesktop Lite's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence 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
Both are free to download. Splashtop sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and iRemoteDesktop Lite sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Splashtop holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Splashtop has 4.1K ratings behind it against 75, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of Splashtop's written reviews are positive against 73% of iRemoteDesktop Lite's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Splashtop | iRemoteDesktop Lite |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (4.1K ratings) — better | 3.8 (75 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 77.3% of reviews — better | 73.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 4.1K — better | 75 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Splashtop Inc. | Hana Mobile |
Customer experience
Splashtop
iRemoteDesktop Lite
User reviews
Splashtop
From 4.1K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Smooth connection
- 🎮 Great for remote gaming
- 👍 Easy to set up
- 💡 Useful for artists
- 👍 Reliable and fast
Room to improve
- 🐛 Always an error
- 🐛 Unusable
- 🐛 Extremely stuttering to the point of being unusable
- 🐛 Pure trash now
- 🐛 Trash
iRemoteDesktop Lite
From 75 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to use and set up
- 🚀 Responsive and fluid performance
- 💡 Useful for remote access and management
- 🔒 Secure with PIN/password protection
- 🎨 Good visual quality and screen rendering
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional connection issues and crashes
- 🔍 Confusing or lacking setup instructions
- 🖱️ Limited mouse/keyboard functionality in free version
- 🔋 High battery consumption on mobile devices
- 📺 Small screen size can make it difficult to use
Bugs and requests
Splashtop
Reported bugs
25 issues- Love yet hate
- Always an error
- Unusable
- Extremely stuttering to the point of being unusable
- Pure trash now
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- Trash
- Freezes iPad Air 13in M2
- V3.6.6.1 problem
- No connect
- Fix your app
- Can't connect
- Not working
- iPad issues
- Lately not working as hoped
- Cannot click
- No option to disable predictive text
- The least functional app I have ever used
- Latest verision introduces blurry screen
- Keeps crashing
- Can't CANCEL Subscription
- Latest Update Crashes
- Resolution choice not working
- Used to be great
- UPDATE BROKEN
- Crashes a lot
Requested features
4 requests- Apple Pencil support
- One-time buy option
- Disable predictive text
- External monitor support
iRemoteDesktop Lite
Reported bugs
4 issues- Keyboard gets stuck in uppercase mode
- Inability to delete previously added remote connections
- Compatibility issues with newer Windows versions
- Freezing or black screen issues during use
Requested features
5 requests- Add support for right-click and drag functionality
- Improve keyboard handling and integration
- Allow configuration of multiple remote connections
- Implement audio support for remote playback
- Optimize for larger tablet screens
In-app purchases
Splashtop
- Configurable Shortcuts & Gamepad$0.991 Month
- Productivity Pack$1.991 Month
- Anywhere Access Pack$4.991 Month
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- Anywhere Access Pack (Monthly)7 Days trial$5.991 Month
- Configurable Shortcuts & Gamepad$16.991 Year
- Productivity Pack$16.991 Year
- Anywhere Access Pack (Yearly)7 Days trial$23.991 Year
iRemoteDesktop Lite
- iRemoteDesktop Pro$4.99






