Comparison

TuioPad 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

TuioPad

This open-source utility transforms iOS devices into multi-touch remote controllers using the TUIO protocol. It's free to use with any compatible client application and serves as a valuable tool for developing and testing TUIO implementations.

Highlights
  • Open source TUIO tracker
  • Multi-touch remote control
  • Compatible with TUIO client applications
  • Tool for TUIO development and testing
  • Free to use
Features
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TuioPad is an open source TUIO tracker for iOS devices such as the iPad, iPhone and iPod touch, which allows multi-touch remote control based on the TUIO protocol. This app is available free of charge and can be used in conjunction with any TUIO enabled client application. Its source code is also available under the terms of the GPL and therefore can be freely used for the creation of open source TUIO enabled mobile applications. Apart from that the TuioPad is also a useful tool for the development and testing of TUIO 1.1 client implementations. You can find further information about the TUIO protocol and the various TUIO enabled application environments at the TUIO.org portal.

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

TuioPad2 screens
PC Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TuioPad at 75% against PC Remote's 33%. TuioPad also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). PC Remote's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 75 months) and ratings volume (301 vs 10). 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. PC Remote sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. TuioPad asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PC Remote holds the better App Store score, 3.2 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PC Remote has 301 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 75% of TuioPad's written reviews are positive against 33% of PC Remote's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TuioPad ships an update every 75 months, PC Remote monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
TuioPad versus PC Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTuioPadPC Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (10 ratings)3.2 (301 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews — better32.7% of reviews
Number of ratings10301 — better
Update frequencyEvery 75 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS8.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMartin KaltenbrunnerMonect (Suzhou) Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

TuioPad

All ratings10 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

PC Remote

All ratings301 ratings
Positive53.2%
Neutral8.6%
Negative38.2%
Written reviews499 reviews
Positive32.7%
Neutral13.4%
Negative53.9%

Bugs and requests

TuioPad

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

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

None

TuioPad

No in-app purchases

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 TuioPad free?
TuioPad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PC Remote free?
PC Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TuioPad or PC Remote?
PC Remote is rated higher. TuioPad averages 3.0 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while PC Remote averages 3.2 from 301 ratings.
Do TuioPad or PC Remote have ads?
PC Remote shows ads; TuioPad does not.
Which is updated more often, TuioPad or PC Remote?
TuioPad ships an update every 75 months, and PC Remote monthly. Most recently, TuioPad was updated on October 6, 2026 and PC Remote on October 16, 2026.

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