ConnectWise Control vs GoToMyPC
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ConnectWise Control
Instantly connect to and remotely control Windows, Mac, Linux, and mobile devices from your iPhone or iPad. Resolve support issues or access your devices anytime, anywhere with secure, on-the-go capabilities.
- Host and join remote support sessions
- Unattended access to devices
- Remotely control computers
- Send commands and chat with users
- Broadcast iPhone/iPad screen
- File transfer
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The official ConnectWise Control app lets you instantly connect to and remotely control devices, bringing the power and convenience of ConnectWise Control to your iPhone or iPad. You don’t have to be tethered to your desk to resolve support issues or gain access to your work or personal devices. Get secure access to Windows, Mac, Linux, and mobile devices anytime, anywhere. With this app you can: -Host and join remote support and unattended access sessions in your existing ConnectWise Control instance -Remotely control computers and workstations -Send commands to remote devices, chat with end users, and more -Broadcast an iPhone or iPad screen to other devices (iOS 11+) -Support friends or clients on the go -Transfer files And more! If you don’t already have a ConnectWise Control account, visit www.connectwise.com/control to start a trial. We want to hear your feedback! Facebook: facebook.com/ConnectWiseControl Feature Requests: http://control.product.connectwise.com User Forums: https://forums.connectwise.com/community/connectwise-control/f/connectwise-control Requires ConnectWise Control version 6.0 or later.
GoToMyPC
Access your Mac or PC from anywhere using your mobile device. Instantly connect to files, applications, and your network with reliable remote control and precision features.
- Instant access to files, programs, and network
- Precision mouse and full keyboard control
- 300% zoom for detailed viewing
- Copy and paste between devices
- Multi-monitor support
- Secure 128-bit AES encryption
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GoToMyPC gives you the freedom to go anywhere you choose and connect right to your Mac or PC. To use this free app, you must first have a GoToMyPC subscription. ******** “If you want to access your computer remotely, this app is your best bet.” – LAPTOP Magazine “GoToMyPC is definitely a hit in the business world. It's simple, clean, and gets to the point.” – HotHardware ******** GETTING STARTED IS EASY 1) Download the GoToMyPC app from the App Store. 2) Make sure you have GoToMyPC installed on the Mac or PC you want to access. 3) Tap the GoToMyPC app from your iPad or iPhone to access your computer. Your computer is always just a few taps away. GoToMyPC is… Convenient • Use your computer wherever you take your iPad or iPhone – meaning everywhere. Simple • Instantly access any application or file on your Mac or PC. Reliable • GoToMyPC is famous for its reliability and free 24/7 Global Customer Support. FEATURES • Instant access to all your files, programs and network • Works seamlessly with your existing firewalls – no need for special configuration • Precision mouse control so it’s easy to tap the details • 300% zoom to see details and work without straining your eyes • Full keyboard functionality, including special keys like Alt, Ctrl and Tab • Fast, auto-corrected typing with the Preview Text feature • Copy and paste between your computer and apps on your phone • Hear sound coming from the computer you are accessing (PC only) • Multitasking capability • Keyboard Locking and Screen Blanking on the computer you access (PC only) • Multi-monitor support • 128-bit AES encryption, dual passwords and end-to-end user authentication • Connects over 3G, 4G and Wi-Fi networks • Bluetooth keyboard support NOTE: To use this free application, you must first have a GoToMyPC subscription on the computer(s) you want to access. ********
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: GoToMyPC at 64% against ConnectWise Control's 8%. GoToMyPC also leads on rating (4.2 vs 1.7). ConnectWise Control's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months) and chart position (#184 vs unranked). On price, ratings volume, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
GoToMyPC holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 1.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 826 and 323 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 8% of ConnectWise Control's written reviews are positive against 64% of GoToMyPC's.
ConnectWise Control ships an update every 2 months, GoToMyPC every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and August 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ConnectWise Control | GoToMyPC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.7 (826 ratings) | 4.2 (323 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 8.2% of reviews | 63.5% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 826 — better | 323 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #184 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 12.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 29 MB | 34 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ConnectWise | GoTo Group, Inc. |
Customer experience
ConnectWise Control
GoToMyPC
User reviews
ConnectWise Control
From 826 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Lightning-fast remote access
- 👍 Smooth and easy to use
- 🔒 Secure remote control
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔌 Lack of keyboard and mouse support
- 💤 Slow screen refreshes and poor display handling
- 🤖 Unreliable performance on mobile devices
GoToMyPC
From 323 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Imagination becoming reality
- 🚀 Convenient remote access
- 🚀 Reliable and consistent over the years
- 🚀 Versatile across devices
- 🚀 Helpful for business owners and travelers
Room to improve
- 🐛 Mouse interaction issues
- 🐛 Orientation problems on mobile devices
- 🐛 Frequent login issues
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with newer devices/OS
- 💰 Significant price increases over time
Bugs and requests
ConnectWise Control
Reported bugs
3 issues- Disconnects and forced logouts
- Unresponsive controls and frozen screens
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
Requested features
4 requests- Native mouse and keyboard support
- Improved iPad Pro optimization
- Clipboard and file transfer capabilities
- Longer session timeouts
GoToMyPC
Reported bugs
3 issues- Frequent crashes on iPad
- Inability to rotate screen on iPhone
- Difficulty uninstalling on Mac
Requested features
3 requests- Improve mouse/touch controls
- Optimize for mobile devices
- Seamless integration with office passwords
In-app purchases
ConnectWise Control
No in-app purchases
GoToMyPC
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is ConnectWise Control free?
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