# A Remote vs Remote, Mouse and Keyboard

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Remote, Mouse and Keyboard at 79% against A Remote's 1%. Remote, Mouse and Keyboard also leads on rating (4.5 vs 1.3) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 5 months). A Remote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). On price there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Remote, Mouse and Keyboard sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. A Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote, Mouse and Keyboard has 14K ratings behind it against 660, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 1% of A Remote's written reviews are positive against 79% of Remote, Mouse and Keyboard's.

A Remote ships an update every 5 months, Remote, Mouse and Keyboard every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | A Remote | Remote, Mouse and Keyboard |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.3 (660 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-remote/id487708729/reviews) | **[4.5 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-mouse-and-keyboard/id629019487/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 660 | **14K** |
| Positive reviews | 1.2% of reviews | **78.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 5 MB | 141 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mattia Confalonieri](https://appshunter.io/developer/477412001) | [Remote Sunrise LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/619088610) |

## What reviewers say

### A Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-remote/id487708729)

Transform your iPhone into a remote control for your Mac and Apple TV. Control iTunes, DVDPlayer, and other compatible software from a distance. Requires additional hardware and ensuring devices are on the same Wi-Fi network.

**Highlights:** Control Mac and Apple TV, Remote control for iTunes, Remote control for DVDPlayer, Control other compatible software, Infrared port compatibility

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Remote, Mouse and Keyboard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-mouse-and-keyboard/id629019487)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a universal remote, wireless mouse, and keyboard. Control Apple TV, Mac, Windows PCs, and other iPads seamlessly over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth for streaming, work, or presentations.

**Highlights:** Universal remote control, Wireless mouse and keyboard, Apple TV, Mac, Windows, iPad control, Customizable control panels, Live screen view, Siri Shortcuts integration, Automation scripts

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remote,Mouse and Keyboard - 1 month | $3.99 | per month |
| Remote, Mouse and Keyboard - 1 week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote, Mouse and Keyboard - 1 year | $9.99 | per year |
| Remote,Mouse and Keyboard - 1 month | $9.99 | per month |
| Remote, Mouse and Keyboard - 1 year | $19.99 | per year |
| Remote Mouse Pro - forever | $9.99 | one-time |
| Remote, Mouse and Keyboard - 1 time | $19.99 | one-time |
| Remote, Mouse and Keyboard - 1 time | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to set up and use
- 🚀 Smooth and responsive
- 💡 Versatile remote control features
- 🔒 Secure connection
- 🎨 Customizable interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional connection issues
- 🔋 Drains device battery
- 💰 Subscription model can be expensive
- 🔍 Difficult to find free version
- 🤖 Intrusive ads in free version

**Reported bugs**

- Keyboard not working as expected
- Remote controls not responding consistently
- Screen mirroring freezes or lags

**Requested features**

- Add support for more devices and platforms
- Improve screen mirroring quality and responsiveness
- Provide more customization options for the remote interface
- Implement a one-time purchase option instead of subscription


## Frequently asked questions

### Is A Remote free?

A Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Remote, Mouse and Keyboard free?

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, A Remote or Remote, Mouse and Keyboard?

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard is rated higher. A Remote averages 1.3 out of 5 from 660 ratings, while Remote, Mouse and Keyboard averages 4.5 from 14K ratings.

### Do A Remote or Remote, Mouse and Keyboard have ads?

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard shows ads; A Remote does not.

### Which is updated more often, A Remote or Remote, Mouse and Keyboard?

A Remote ships an update every 5 months, and Remote, Mouse and Keyboard every 4 days. Most recently, A Remote was updated on October 8, 2026 and Remote, Mouse and Keyboard on October 15, 2026.

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