Comparison

iRemoteDesktop Lite vs Windows App Mobile

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Remote Windows PC access
  • Optimized for retina screens
  • Supports various Windows versions
  • Portrait and landscape mode
  • Pinch to zoom
  • International keyboard support
Features
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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.

About

Windows App Mobile

Connect securely to Windows PCs, virtual apps, and desktops from your iOS or iPadOS device. Access your work environment remotely with ease, managing connections and resources from a unified client.

Highlights
  • Connect to remote PCs and virtual desktops
  • Access managed resources
  • Remote Desktop Gateway support
  • Connection management and favorites
  • Audio and video streaming
  • Device redirection (folders, clipboard, microphone, camera)
  • External monitor support
Features
Currently charting
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Windows App Mobile for iOS and iPadOS (previously named Remote Desktop Mobile) is your gateway to securely connect to Windows including remote PCs and admin-provided virtual apps and desktops across Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, Dev Box and Remote Desktop Services. Embrace the simplicity of a unified client with Windows App Mobile and connect to your Windows in the cloud with ease and security, from the device of your choice. GET STARTED • Learn more about the features of Windows App Mobile at https://aka.ms/WindowsApp. • Configure your PC for remote access using the information at https://aka.ms/rdsetup. KEY FEATURES • Access remote PCs running Windows Professional or Enterprise and Windows Server. • Access managed resources published by your admin. • Connect through a Remote Desktop Gateway. • Simplified management of your connections and credentials from the Connection Center, including a Favorites page to cater to your unique workflow needs. • Audio and video streaming. • Redirect folders, your clipboard, and local devices such as microphones and cameras. • Connect your iPhone or iPad to an external monitor. • Easily switch between Entra accounts. • Dynamically switch between Portrait and Landscape mode. By downloading Windows App Mobile, you agree to the license (see https://aka.ms/WindowsAppLicense) and privacy terms (see https://aka.ms/privacy).

Screenshots

iRemoteDesktop Lite4 screens
Windows App Mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: iRemoteDesktop Lite at 73% against Windows App Mobile's 35%. iRemoteDesktop Lite also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 26.0). Windows App Mobile's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support 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. iRemoteDesktop Lite sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Windows App Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Windows App Mobile holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Windows App Mobile has 7.8K ratings behind it against 75, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 73% of iRemoteDesktop Lite's written reviews are positive against 35% of Windows App Mobile's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iRemoteDesktop Lite ships an update every 3 months, Windows App Mobile every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 2 level
iRemoteDesktop Lite versus Windows App Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriRemoteDesktop LiteWindows App Mobile
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (75 ratings)4.2 (7.8K ratings) — better
Positive reviews73.0% of reviews — better34.8% of reviews
Number of ratings757.8K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank—#188 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB199 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHana MobileMicrosoft Corporation

Customer experience

iRemoteDesktop Lite

All ratings75 ratings
Positive68.0%
Neutral8.0%
Negative24.0%
Written reviews923 reviews
Positive73.0%
Neutral7.4%
Negative19.6%

Windows App Mobile

All ratings7,798 ratings
Positive77.4%
Neutral5.0%
Negative17.6%
Written reviews705 reviews
Positive34.8%
Neutral15.9%
Negative49.4%

User reviews

iRemoteDesktop Lite

From 75 App Store ratings

What 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

Windows App Mobile

From 7.8K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Seamless remote desktop experience
  • 👍 Smooth mouse and keyboard support
  • 🚀 Reliable connections
  • 👍 Great integration with Windows
  • 🚀 Responsive and fast

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Keyboard issues (no virtual keyboard, input problems)
  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes
  • 🐛 Resolution and scaling problems
  • 🐛 Connectivity issues, especially over mobile data
  • 🐛 Buggy after updates

Bugs and requests

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

Windows App Mobile

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Keyboard not working properly
  • Frequent crashes and freezes
  • Connectivity issues, especially over mobile data
  • Resolution and scaling problems
  • Incompatibility with newer iOS devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Full screen support for external monitors
  • Ability to save/sync connection profiles
  • Support for multiple monitors and remote apps
  • Improved keyboard functionality (F-keys, shortcuts)
  • Better mouse/trackpad support (right-click, scrolling)

In-app purchases

1 purchases

iRemoteDesktop Lite

One-time1
  • iRemoteDesktop Pro$4.99
None

Windows App Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iRemoteDesktop Lite free?
iRemoteDesktop Lite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Windows App Mobile free?
Windows App Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iRemoteDesktop Lite or Windows App Mobile?
Windows App Mobile is rated higher. iRemoteDesktop Lite averages 3.8 out of 5 from 75 ratings, while Windows App Mobile averages 4.2 from 7.8K ratings.
Do iRemoteDesktop Lite or Windows App Mobile have ads?
iRemoteDesktop Lite shows ads; Windows App Mobile does not.
Which is updated more often, iRemoteDesktop Lite or Windows App Mobile?
iRemoteDesktop Lite ships an update every 3 months, and Windows App Mobile every 3 weeks. Most recently, iRemoteDesktop Lite was updated on September 10, 2026 and Windows App Mobile on September 24, 2026.

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