Comparison

Zoho Assist vs PulseSMS

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

Head to head
About

Zoho Assist

Connect to and control remote computers securely from any device. Ideal for IT professionals needing to provide real-time support, share screens, and manage unattended access. Offers features like file transfer, multi-monitor support, and voice commands.

Highlights
  • Remote support sessions
  • Unattended access
  • Screen sharing
  • File transfer (up to 5 GB)
  • Multi-monitor navigation
  • Voice commands (Siri shortcuts)
  • Session notes
Features
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Zoho Assist is a reliable remote desktop app that allows you to easily and securely connect to remote PCs from any location at anytime. One of the best aspects of Assist is that it works seamlessly across all major platforms. Technicians can use Zoho Assist to launch a remote support, screen sharing, or unattended access session to support customers and fix issues in real time. Key Features Siri shortcuts: Start sessions, search for and connect to distant machines, and more using voice commands. iOS widgets: With the iOS widgets feature, you may save your favorite URS device and access it directly from the home screen. App lock: App lock provides a biometric lock to secure unattended remote support device. Dark Mode: Choose between dark and bright modes based on your preferences. Power options at the remote end: - Log off - Reboot - Shut down Schedule a remote session with a specific time, date, and other details. Use Assist's text chat option to communicate effectively with your customer during an active remote support session. Multi-monitor navigation: Technicians can access and control multiple monitors during a support session. File transfer: Send and receive files (up to 5 GB) from technician device to customer device during a remote session. Session Notes: Take contextual session notes during a session without needing to switch between apps. Screenshots sync: Screenshots captured during a session may now be synced up to the cloud. In-App purchases allow users to subscribe to Zoho Assist which enables these features for them: -File Transfer -Send Ctrl+Alt+Del -Reboot and Reconnect -Schedule Sessions -Session Notes Quick guide: Install Zoho Assist Technician app. Install the Zoho Assist customer app on the device you need to connect to. Initiate a remote support session on your device and then prompt the customer to join the session using the customer app. Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions: -https://www.zoho.com/privacy.html -https://www.zoho.com/terms.html

About

PulseSMS

Features
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PulseSMS is the mobile companion to Pulse Technologies' business texting platform — a dedicated business number you can text from anywhere, with your whole team's conversations in one shared inbox. MESSAGE • Send and receive SMS and MMS (photos) from your business number • See delivery status on every message you send • Saved replies for the things you type over and over • Request a payment right from a conversation — sends a secure pay link by text STAY ORGANIZED • Search conversations by contact, number, or message • Swipe a conversation to mute it or mark it read/unread • Contacts with saved lists for easy targeting • Works offline — a message sent with no signal queues and sends automatically the moment you're back online CAMPAIGNS • Send a broadcast text to a list of contacts • Track delivery progress in real time STAY IN CONTROL • Push notifications for new messages • Face ID / fingerprint app lock to keep conversations private • Automatic light/dark mode PulseSMS works with your existing Pulse account. Provision or manage numbers on the web, then text from your phone. Pulse Technologies • pulsetechnologies.ai

Screenshots

Zoho Assist4 screens
PulseSMS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PulseSMS at none against Zoho Assist's 2. On price, update cadence, 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. Zoho Assist sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. PulseSMS asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Zoho Assist ships an update monthly, PulseSMS every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Zoho Assist versus PulseSMS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZoho AssistPulseSMS
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (911 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews63.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings911 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size92 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZoho CorporationPulse Payments LLC

Bugs and requests

Zoho Assist

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Keyboard input freezes and/or crashes the app
  • Mouse clicks are extremely delayed
  • Remote printing and remote screen resolution issues
  • Disconnects when app is minimized
  • Waiting for client to approve when it's not the case

Requested features

2 requests
  • Multiple monitor support
  • Auto logout from remote session

PulseSMS

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Zoho Assist

Subscriptions2
  • Unattended Standard - Monthly$12.991 Month
  • Remote Support PRO - Monthly$17.991 Month
None

PulseSMS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Zoho Assist free?
Zoho Assist is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PulseSMS free?
PulseSMS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Zoho Assist or PulseSMS have ads?
Neither Zoho Assist nor PulseSMS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Zoho Assist or PulseSMS?
Zoho Assist ships an update monthly, and PulseSMS every 3 weeks. Most recently, Zoho Assist was updated on November 6, 2026 and PulseSMS on November 6, 2026.

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