Comparison

Remote Mouse vs DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera

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

Head to head
About

Remote Mouse

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

Highlights
  • Simulated mouse and touchpad
  • Wireless keyboard input
  • Cross-device clipboard
  • Media and web remote panels
  • Application switcher
  • Power options control
  • Gyro mouse functionality
Features
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Remote Mouse™ turns your mobile device into a powerful remote control app for your PC or Mac. Use your phone or tablet as a wireless mouse, keyboard, and touchpad — complete with multi-touch gestures and media controls. Whether you're watching movies, controlling a presentation, or browsing the web from your couch, Remote Mouse™ offers an effortless way to control your computer remotely. With over 20 million users and featured by CNET, Mashable, and Product Hunt, Remote Mouse™ offers one of the most elegant solutions to computer control from mobile. What you can do: Mouse • Control the cursor like a real PC mouse • Move using your phone’s gyroscope (Gyro Mouse) • Left-handed mode support Keyboard • Type remotely in any language • Use voice input (if supported by your soft keyboard) • Send system and app shortcuts • Adaptive layouts for Mac or PC • Use your phone as a remote keyboard for your computer Touchpad • Simulates Apple Magic Trackpad • Supports multi-touch gestures • Ideal wireless touchpad app for remote navigation Specialty Panels • Media Remote: Control videos, music, and presentations across apps and sites like YouTube, Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+, VLC, Spotify, and more. • Browser Remote: Navigate Chrome, Firefox, and Opera • App Switcher: Launch and switch between apps • Power Options: Shut down, sleep, or restart remotely • Clipboard Sync: Copy and paste text/images across devices Other features • Control volume using physical phone buttons • Secure the connection with a password • Reorder specialty panels • Customize your remote with personal wallpapers Connection & Compatibility • Connect over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth • Connect by IP address, QR code, or connection history • Supports Windows, macOS, and Linux Easy to set up: 1. Download and install Remote Mouse for desktop on your computer: [https://remotemouse.net](https://remotemouse.net) 2. Launch the desktop version (it runs in the background) 3. Connect your mobile device to your computer via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth

About

DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera

Transform your smartphone into a high-quality webcam for your PC or integrate it directly with OBS Studio. Enjoy seamless video and audio streaming over WiFi or USB, with options for HD and UHD resolutions. Ideal for streaming, video calls, and content creation.

Highlights
  • Use phone as PC webcam
  • Direct OBS Studio integration
  • WiFi and USB connections
  • Up to 1080p HD and 4K UHD video
  • Sound and picture included
  • HW assisted coding
  • Remote camera adjustment (Pro)
Features
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FEATURES - Chat using "DroidCam Webcam" on your computer, including sound and picture (more below). - Direct OBS Studio integration with the DroidCam OBS plugin (see below). - Unlimited free usage at standard definition (640x480). - Up to 1080p Full-HD video as a PC Webcam, and up to 4K UHD as an OBS Camera. - Both WiFi and USB connections supported*. - HW assisted coding and multiple video format options. - Simple, efficient, and trusted by millions of users worldwide. PC WEBCAM – droidcam.app Get the DroidCam PC Client to use your phone as a webcam. The client is available for Windows & Linux systems, and works with Zoom, Skype, Discord, and most other programs. → Go to droidcam.app on your computer to download and install the DroidCam Client, and to learn more about usage. OBS CAMERA – droidcam.app/obs Use DroidCam directly in OBS Studio by getting the DroidCam OBS plugin, no need for a separate client! The DroidCam OBS plugin is available for Windows, Mac and Linux (Flatpak) systems, and seamlessly integrates your phone into your setup. → Go to droidcam.app/obs on your computer to download, install, and learn more about usage. Bonus: You can use the 'OBS Virtual Camera' for Zoom/Skype/Discord integration, still no need for extra client software! SIMPLE & EFFICIENT DroidCam is designed with simplicity and efficiency in mind. What you see is what you get. The app is free to use at standard definition with no time limits. You can try HD video, but will need to purchase the pro upgrade to remove watermarks. PRO FEATURES The pro upgrade includes more than just HD video. Use Ultrawide and Telephoto lenses on iPhone 11+, adjust camera remotely from the computer, remove advertising, and more. Check the in-app Upgrade and Settings pages for more. With optimized power usage and low-latency video transfer, DroidCam can replace webcams and capture cards saving you $100s. Use it for remote work, remote learning, teaching, and content creation. --- *USB connection may require additional setup. Consult droidcam.app/help for setup information. Pro Upgrade price may vary by region. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription option automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Account settings at any time after purchase. Terms & Privacy: https://www.dev47apps.com/droidcam-terms-privacy.html

Screenshots

Remote Mouse4 screens
DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Remote Mouse at 19K against DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera's 2.2K. DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera's advantage is review sentiment (77% vs 68%) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. Remote Mouse sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Remote Mouse against 4.6 for DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote Mouse has 19K ratings behind it against 2.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 68% of Remote Mouse's written reviews are positive against 77% of DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Remote Mouse versus DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote MouseDroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (19K ratings)4.6 (2.2K ratings)
Positive reviews68.2% of reviews77.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings19K — better2.2K
Update frequencyMonthlyMonthly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer耀 阮DEV47APPS

Customer experience

Remote Mouse

All ratings18,691 ratings
Positive90.4%
Neutral3.6%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews2,166 reviews
Positive68.2%
Neutral6.9%
Negative24.9%

DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera

All ratings2,247 ratings
Positive91.3%
Neutral2.1%
Negative6.6%
Written reviews470 reviews
Positive77.2%
Neutral4.7%
Negative18.1%

User reviews

Remote Mouse

From 19K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Excellent app functionality
  • 👍 Easy to use and set up
  • 🚀 Responsive and precise
  • 👍 Useful for presentations and media control
  • 👍 Works great as a touchpad replacement

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connection issues and frequent disconnects
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns with data collection
  • 💰 Paywalling basic features
  • 🐛 Buggy and unreliable after updates
  • 🔋 High battery consumption

DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera

From 2.2K App Store ratings

What we love

  • ✨ Works as intended
  • 🔍 Clear, concise, and accurate camera
  • 💻 Easy to set up and use
  • 🎥 Good quality video and image
  • 🤝 Affordable and worth the price

Room to improve

  • 💰 Unexpected pricing changes
  • 🐛 Crashes, freezes, and connection issues
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 🚫 Incompatibility with certain devices/OS
  • 🔍 Limited camera controls and features

Bugs and requests

Remote Mouse

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Keyboard not working in certain apps
  • Touchpad not functioning in landscape mode
  • App freezing and crashing
  • Inability to connect via Bluetooth
  • Unexpected charges and subscription issues

Requested features

6 requests
  • Add dark mode option
  • Improve Bluetooth connectivity
  • Allow using phone as a mouse for iPad
  • Add more customization options
  • Improve compatibility with VPNs
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  • Save last connected PC information

DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Camera not working or crashing on certain devices
  • Connectivity issues between phone and computer
  • Unexpected behavior or loss of functionality after updates

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for more advanced camera features (e.g., focus, zoom, exposure)
  • Improve compatibility with a wider range of devices and operating systems
  • Enhance performance and stability to reduce crashes and connection problems
  • Provide more customization options for video settings and output
  • Implement a more transparent and fair pricing structure

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Remote Mouse

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Membership (1 Month)7 Days trial$1.491 Month
  • Pro Membership (1 Year)7 Days trial$13.991 Year
One-time4
  • Remove Ads$0.99
  • Customize Wallpaper$1.99
  • Media Remote Panel$1.99
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  • Unlock Web Remote$1.99
2 purchases

DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Upgrade$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Upgrade$12.99

Questions

Is Remote Mouse free?
Remote Mouse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera free?
DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Remote Mouse or DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera?
Remote Mouse and DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera are both rated 4.6 out of 5 on the App Store, from 19K and 2.2K ratings respectively.
Do Remote Mouse or DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera have ads?
Both Remote Mouse and DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera show ads.
Which is updated more often, Remote Mouse or DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera?
Remote Mouse ships an update monthly, and DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera monthly. Most recently, Remote Mouse was updated on October 17, 2026 and DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera on October 17, 2026.

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