R1 vs Remote Desktop Guest
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
R1
Access your company's files, applications, and desktops remotely. This app allows for productive work on any device, provided your organization uses Citrix. Get started by contacting your IT department.
- Access enterprise files
- Run applications remotely
- Connect to desktops
- Work on any device
- Secure remote access
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R1 lets you access your enterprise files, applications, and desktops to help you be as productive on the go as you are in the office. If your company uses Citrix, you have the freedom to work on your favorite device from wherever you are. Just ask your IT department how to get started. HOW TO USE R1 1. Open Citrix Receiver and tap Add Account. 2. Enter the Server or email address as instructed by Your IT Help Desk or system administrator. 3. Enter your User Name and Password. 4. Select the applications you want to use. HOW TO REPORT AN ISSUE TO CITRIX - Please contact your company's IT support team before following these steps: Option 1 1. Open R1and tap 'Settings' and then 'Support'. 2. Tap 'Request Help from Support'; This generates an email with log file. 3. Send the email to your company's IT support team. Option 2 1. In the App Store, go to R1 2. Tap 'Reviews' and then tap 'App Support' found at the bottom right of the screen. 3. This launches the Citrix support forum where you can review reported issues OR 4. To report issues, tap the menu icon and create an account first.
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
R1 and Remote Desktop Guest both sit at 2.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 58% of R1's written reviews are positive against 0% of Remote Desktop Guest's. R1 also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 6 months) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 12.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 2.5 for R1 against 2.6 for Remote Desktop Guest. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 5 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 58% of R1's written reviews are positive against 0% of Remote Desktop Guest's.
R1 ships an update every 6 weeks, Remote Desktop Guest every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | R1 | Remote Desktop Guest |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.5 (8 ratings) | 2.6 (5 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 58.3% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 8 — better | 5 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks — 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 | 7.0 — better | 12.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 58 MB | 16 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Citrix | WiseMo A/S |
Customer experience
R1
Remote Desktop Guest
In-app purchases
R1
No in-app purchases
Remote Desktop Guest
No in-app purchases
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