Comparison

PolyWorks|Talisman vs TeamViewer Remote Control

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

Head to head
About

PolyWorks|Talisman

Operate PolyWorks|Inspector measurement software remotely from your mobile device. Control probing and scanning operations directly next to the inspected part, receiving live feedback and guidance cues. Ensures confidential and secure operation without internet connection.

Highlights
  • Remote control of PolyWorks|Inspector
  • Operate from mobile devices
  • Connect to probing/scanning devices
  • Configure measurement modes
  • Live 3D Scene display
  • Real-time guidance cues
  • Encrypted communications
Features
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The free PolyWorks|Talisman™ app is a smart remote control solution that allows measurement specialists to operate PolyWorks|Inspector™ from mobile computing devices, through a secure Wi-Fi connection. Work more efficiently by eliminating those back-and-forth trips to the computer. Just take your smart phone or tablet and your 3D measurement device to the parts to be inspected, and control your measurement session from beginning to end. Control PolyWorks® remotely Connect to your probing or laser-scanning device, configure measurement modes and parameters, and launch probing and scanning operations, while staying next to the inspected part. Get live feedback anywhere See the 3D Scene display during your scanning and probing measurement session and hear guidance cues in real time, while reading messages and answering questions directly. Enjoy peace of mind Experience total confidentiality thanks to encrypted communications, no connection to Internet or any other computer, and no proprietary information stored on the mobile device.

About

TeamViewer Remote Control

Control your desktop, manage files, and provide support for devices remotely from your mobile device. Offers secure access, file transfer, real-time chat, and augmented reality assistance for visual guidance.

Highlights
  • Full remote control and screen sharing
  • File transfer in both directions
  • Real-time chat
  • Assist AR calls with 3D markers
  • High-quality sound and video transmission
  • Access computers behind firewalls
  • Wake-On-LAN support
Features
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Control your desktop, manage files, and support devices—from anywhere, anytime. Whether you’re on the move, traveling, or in the field, the TeamViewer Remote Control app gives you fast, secure remote access right from your iPhone or iPad. What's inside: • Securely access your devices as if you were right in front of them • Provide instant support or manage unattended devices like servers or digital signage or Point of Sale and virtual machines • Make Assist AR calls for live, visual support with augmented reality — guide users by placing 3D markers in their environment • Use your iPhone and iPad to work on your remote desktop while traveling • Share and transfer files easily between devices — in both directions • Chat in real time for questions, updates, or guidance during a session • Enjoy smooth screen sharing with sound and HD video transmission Key Features: • Full remote control and screen sharing • Intuitive touch gestures and controls • File transfer in both directions • Real-time chat • High-quality sound and video • Effortlessly access computers behind firewalls and proxy servers • Multi-monitor support • Sound and video transmission in real-time • Wake-On-LAN: switch on your computer remotely • Industry-grade security: 256-bit AES encryption • Works across all operating systems. How to get started: 1. Install this app on your iPhone or iPad. 2. On the device you want to connect to, install the TeamViewer QuickSupport app 3. Open both apps, enter the ID or Session code from QuickSupport, and connect Optional Access Permissions: • Camera – To Scan QR codes • Microphone – To transmit audio or record sessions (You can use the app without these permissions; adjust them anytime in Settings) Want to allow remote access to this device instead? Download the TeamViewer QuickSupport app. TeamViewer subscriptions purchased from the app will be charged to your iTunes account and will automatically renew within 24 hours prior to the end of the current subscription period, unless auto-renewal is turned off, after purchase, go to your iTunes account settings. A subscription cannot be cancelled during the active subscription period. Privacy Policy: https://www.teamviewer.com/apps-privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.teamviewer.com/eula/

Screenshots

PolyWorks|Talisman4 screens
TeamViewer Remote Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PolyWorks|Talisman at 100% against TeamViewer Remote Control's 45%. PolyWorks|Talisman also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.4). TeamViewer Remote Control's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (45K vs 7). On price, ads 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. TeamViewer Remote Control sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $619.99 per year. PolyWorks|Talisman asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TeamViewer Remote Control holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TeamViewer Remote Control has 45K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 100% of PolyWorks|Talisman's written reviews are positive against 45% of TeamViewer Remote Control's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PolyWorks|Talisman ships an update every 3 months, TeamViewer Remote Control every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
PolyWorks|Talisman versus TeamViewer Remote Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPolyWorks|TalismanTeamViewer Remote Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (7 ratings)4.7 (45K ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better45.5% of reviews
Number of ratings745K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.4
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB121 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperInnovMetric Software IncTeamViewer Germany GmbH

Customer experience

PolyWorks|Talisman

All ratings7 ratings
Positive42.9%
Neutral14.3%
Negative42.9%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

TeamViewer Remote Control

All ratings44,549 ratings
Positive92.0%
Neutral1.8%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews2,328 reviews
Positive45.5%
Neutral5.9%
Negative48.6%

Bugs and requests

PolyWorks|Talisman

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

TeamViewer Remote Control

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Login issues and inability to access accounts
  • Compatibility problems with older devices/OS versions
  • Unreliable remote control and screen sharing

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improved multi-tasking support
  • Add search functionality for device list
  • Enhance iPad/tablet usability
  • Provide more affordable personal use plans

In-app purchases

None

PolyWorks|Talisman

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

TeamViewer Remote Control

Subscriptions1
  • Business Yearly Plan$619.991 Year

Questions

Is PolyWorks|Talisman free?
PolyWorks|Talisman is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TeamViewer Remote Control free?
TeamViewer Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PolyWorks|Talisman or TeamViewer Remote Control?
TeamViewer Remote Control is rated higher. PolyWorks|Talisman averages 3.0 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while TeamViewer Remote Control averages 4.7 from 45K ratings.
Do PolyWorks|Talisman or TeamViewer Remote Control have ads?
Neither PolyWorks|Talisman nor TeamViewer Remote Control shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PolyWorks|Talisman or TeamViewer Remote Control?
PolyWorks|Talisman ships an update every 3 months, and TeamViewer Remote Control every 3 weeks. Most recently, PolyWorks|Talisman was updated on October 5, 2026 and TeamViewer Remote Control on October 15, 2026.

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