GO vs Remote Desktop Guest
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GO
Access and run Windows applications remotely on your iOS device with excellent performance and usability. This app touch-enables Windows applications for intuitive interaction, even without a mouse or keyboard. It offers secure, high-speed access over various network conditions.
- Remote Windows application access
- Touch-enabled interface
- Auto-Zoom feature
- High-performance protocol
- SSL security
- No Citrix/RDS required
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The GO-Global App is a powerful, yet easy-to-use remote application delivery app that provides excellent Windows application performance and an increased level of usability on iPads, iPhones, and the iPod touch. GO-Global customers can download the free GO-Global App to connect to GO-Global hosts and run Windows applications remotely from their iOS device. Applications appear as though they were running locally, retaining all features and functions. If you are not an existing GO-Global customer with access to a host, you can still evaluate the GO-Global App. Simply download it to your iOS device and connect to GraphOn’s free demo server to access several popular Windows applications. No sign-up or registration required. The GO-Global App maintains a high degree of usability by automatically touch-enabling Windows applications. Intuitive, multi-touch gestures allow users to interact naturally with applications running on the host, even though the device lacks a mouse and keyboard. The Auto-Zoom feature detects the section of the screen currently active in the application, and automatically zooms-in on that area, making it easier to tap user interface elements. The device’s onscreen keyboard opens automatically whenever an application can receive text input. GO-Global uses GraphOn’s patented, high-performance RapidX protocol, providing fast and seamless access anywhere, even over low-bandwidth connections. It provides SSL security (up to 256-bit AES) and IPv6 support. And it eliminates the need for Citrix or Microsoft Remote Desktop Services (RDS). For more information, please visit GraphOn’s website at GraphOn.com.
Remote Desktop Guest
Access and control computers and internet-enabled devices from anywhere. Manage Macs, Windows PCs, servers, and mobile devices with real-time screen updates and precise control over keyboard, mouse, and touch. Ideal for professionals needing secure and efficient remote access.
- Centralized authentication and authorization
- Remote control of computers and devices
- Real-time screen updates
- Keyboard, mouse, and touch control
- Support for multiple device types
- Chat feature for communication
- Multiple simultaneous connections
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Remote Desktop Control with central administration of authentication and authorization. Experience the freedom of seamless connectivity with WiseMo's Remote Desktop Control, offering central administration of authentication and authorization for an unparalleled remote access experience. Unlock the power to connect to and control computers and internet-enabled devices from any location – whether you're relaxing in your living room, at the office, or on the move. With the flexibility to use your iPhone or iPad, remotely access and manage Mac computers, Windows PCs, Windows Servers, Android devices, and more. It's like having the distant computer or device right in front of you, at your fingertips. Immerse yourself in the real-time screen updates of the remote desktop, taking command of the keyboard, mouse, and touch screen with precision and ease. Perfect for remote access to PCs, Servers, Macs, Smartphones, Tablets, and various embedded devices, WiseMo's solution lets you seamlessly navigate between devices, providing a unified experience across platforms. Connect effortlessly through mobile networks (3G, 4G or 5G) or Wi-Fi, utilizing the TCP protocol for LAN/WAN connections or leveraging WiseMo's myCloud connectivity for seamless internet access through firewalls and proxies. Gain access to all your data and applications on Mac or Windows computers, Android Smartphones, Tablets, and other mobile devices. Showcase and utilize documents stored on remote PCs and Servers directly on your iPhone or iPad, bringing your office to you wherever you go. Tailored for professionals, WiseMo's Remote Desktop Guest ensures optimized performance: * Remotely log in to attended or unattended devices * Real-time transfer of the remote screen to your iPhone/iPad * Control the remote keyboard, mouse, and touch screen * Chat feature for enhanced communication * Support for multiple simultaneous remote connections * Quick buttons for executing hot-keys and essential functions * Intuitive multi-touch gestures for seamless remote mouse tasks * Quick Connect and other tabs for efficient connectivity * Separate tab for WiseMo myCloud users, ensuring easy internet connectivity * Empower your work with WiseMo's Remote Desktop Control – the gateway to a world of limitless, secure, and efficient remote access. How to get started ? 1. Download the free WiseMo Remote Desktop Guest App right away. 2. Install a WiseMo Host* module on your remote computer or device (free trial available from WiseMo). 3.Now you can access the remote computer or device from the WiseMo Guest app. For example by entering the IP address of the remote computer or device into the Quick Connect Tab, selecting TCP and tapping the Connect button. * The WiseMo Host supports a number of computers, Smartphones, Tablets and other devices. A complete detailed description is available via the WiseMo home page.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: GO at 3.5 against Remote Desktop Guest's 2.6. GO also leads on review sentiment (24% vs 0%) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 6 months). 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.
GO holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 2.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 5 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 24% of GO's written reviews are positive against 0% of Remote Desktop Guest's.
GO ships an update every 2 months, Remote Desktop Guest every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GO | Remote Desktop Guest |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.5 (4 ratings) — better | 2.6 (5 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 24.5% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 4 | 5 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 12.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 16 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | GraphOn Corporation | WiseMo A/S |
Customer experience
GO
Remote Desktop Guest
In-app purchases
GO
No in-app purchases
Remote Desktop Guest
No in-app purchases
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