Comparison

Remote Mouse 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

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

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 Mouse4 screens
PC Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Remote Mouse at 4.6 against PC Remote's 3.2. Remote Mouse also leads on review sentiment (68% vs 33%) and ratings volume (19K vs 301). 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. Remote Mouse sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month 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 holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote Mouse has 19K ratings behind it against 301, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of Remote Mouse's written reviews are positive against 33% of PC Remote's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Remote Mouse versus PC Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote MousePC Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (19K ratings) — better3.2 (301 ratings)
Positive reviews68.3% of reviews — better32.8% of reviews
Number of ratings19K — better301
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
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

All ratings18,559 ratings
Positive90.4%
Neutral3.6%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews2,162 reviews
Positive68.3%
Neutral6.9%
Negative24.8%

PC Remote

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

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

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

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

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

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
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 free?
Remote Mouse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PC Remote free?
PC Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Remote Mouse or PC Remote?
Remote Mouse is rated higher. Remote Mouse averages 4.6 out of 5 from 19K ratings, while PC Remote averages 3.2 from 301 ratings.
Do Remote Mouse or PC Remote have ads?
Both Remote Mouse and PC Remote show ads.
Which is updated more often, Remote Mouse or PC Remote?
Remote Mouse ships an update every 3 weeks, and PC Remote monthly. Most recently, Remote Mouse was updated on September 24, 2026 and PC Remote on September 23, 2026.

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