RemotePC Remote Desktop vs MagicConnect Viewer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RemotePC Remote Desktop
Access your office or home computers from your iOS device with high-speed, 4K quality remote desktop access. Transfer files, control applications, and collaborate with others remotely.
- Instant remote computer access
- Connect to multiple computers
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Access PCs and Macs
- File transfer
- Remote printing
- Record remote sessions
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Access remote computers anytime by installing the RemotePC application on your iOS devices. Connect to your office or home computers from anywhere with a speed of 60 FPS and 4K quality. Access files, folders, emails, and software applications on remote machines, whether it's after-hours or while on the go. Features: • Instant remote computer access, provided there is an active internet connection and RemotePC application installed on it •. Connect to multiple remote computers at the same time and manage each session independently. • Provides efficient team work with friends or colleagues by accessing their remote computers to work on presentations, documents, view/edit media files, etc. • Access PCs and MACs using your iOS devices. • Enhanced performance and low latency • Cross-platform compatibility • 60 FPS speed allowing 4K quality • Faster remote streaming for gamers •. Supports Apple Pencil for precise navigation and control on compatible iPad devices. Functionalities: • Transfer files via your iOS devices and computers with/without remote session. • Enable inactivity timeout to retain remote session running in the background for the specified time. • Lock the remote system via your iOS device. • Configure the display quality and speed of the remote session. • Modify the screen resolution of the remote display • Record remote sessions while accessing via iOS devices. • Control clipboard actions (copy and paste) from your iOS devices. • Access and manage logged off and locked devices remotely. • Remote printing of documents and images using a local printer. • Chat with the recipients for effective communication. • Enable ‘Trusted Devices’ for enhanced security of your RemotePC account. • Enable ‘Blank Host Screen’ to work privately on your remote device by turning the screen blank. • View multiple monitors at the same time for Enterprise accounts. • Restart your remote system via the iOS device in a safe mode. • Collaborate effectively by using Whiteboard to draw on the remote screen. • Multiple users can simultaneously access and work on a single remote machine. • Multitask during remote sessions by opening multiple iPad apps simultaneously
MagicConnect Viewer
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MagicConnect is a remote access service that allows remote control of the desktop screen of the PC in the office, safely and easily from the iPhone/iPad at hand. By using MagicConnect, you can perform PC tasks just like when you're at office wherever you are whenever you want. It is effective for business continuation at the time of commuting difficulty, and also effective for business efficiency through telecommuting and mobile work. * This service is for use by corporate customers only. * "MagicConnect" service contract is required for use. * Please check MagicConnect product website for more and latest information. https://www.magicconnect.net/english/ == Features == - Robust authentication using digital certificate and terminal-specific information. - Leaving no information file to iPhone/iPad at hand. - Introduction completes by only installing apps on the office PC and the iPhone/iPad. - Intuitive operability developed exclusively for touch panel. == OS supported == - Support OS of the target device (the device operated such as the office PC, shared server, virtual desktop, etc.) are as follows. * Windows 11 Enterprise, Pro * Windows 10 Enterprise, Pro * Windows Server 2016 / 2019 / 2022 / 2025
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MagicConnect Viewer at none against RemotePC Remote Desktop's 9. RemotePC Remote Desktop's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. RemotePC Remote Desktop sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. MagicConnect Viewer asks for nothing beyond the download.
RemotePC Remote Desktop ships an update every 2 weeks, MagicConnect Viewer every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RemotePC Remote Desktop | MagicConnect Viewer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (3.5K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 55.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3.5K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 48 MB | 50 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | IDrive Incorporated | NTT TechnoCross Corporation |
Bugs and requests
RemotePC Remote Desktop
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes on startup
- Inability to login or access remote computers
- Freezing and lagging during remote sessions
- Disconnections and loss of remote control
Requested features
5 requests- Improved multi-monitor support
- Keyboard and mouse functionality on mobile
- Remote restart and FileVault options
- Customizable security settings
- Better remote session management
MagicConnect Viewer
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
RemotePC Remote Desktop
- RemotePC Basic Plan$6.99
- Consumer Plan$6.99
- Solo 1 User 1 Computer at $29.99$29.99
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- Consumer 1 Computer at $29.99$29.99
- Solo 1 User 2 Computers at $59.99$59.99
- Consumer 2 Computer at $59.99$59.99
- RemotePC ConsumerPlan$69.99
- Pro 1 User 10 Computers at $99.99$99.99
- SOHO 10 Computers at $99.99$99.99
MagicConnect Viewer
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is RemotePC Remote Desktop free?
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