# Remote, Mouse and Keyboard vs Watch

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Remote, Mouse and Keyboard at 79% against Watch's 21%. Remote, Mouse and Keyboard also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.3) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 8 months). Watch's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume and monetization model 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. Watch asks for nothing beyond the download.

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14K and 9.3K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Remote, Mouse and Keyboard's written reviews are positive against 21% of Watch's.

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard ships an update every 4 days, Watch every 8 months. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remote, Mouse and Keyboard | Watch |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-mouse-and-keyboard/id629019487/reviews)** | [3.3 (9.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watch/id1069511734/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **14K** | 9.3K |
| Positive reviews | **78.9% of reviews** | 20.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 8 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 139 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **10.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Remote Sunrise LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/619088610) | [Apple](https://appshunter.io/developer/284417353) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 Control Pro - Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Remote Mouse Pro - 12 month | $9.99 | per year |
| Remote Mouse Pro - 1 month | $9.99 | per month |
| Remote Control Pro - Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Remote Mouse Pro - forever | $9.99 | one-time |
| Remote Mouse Pro - forever | $19.99 | one-time |
| Remote Mouse Pro - lifetime | $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


### Watch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watch/id1069511734)

Manage your Apple Watch by pairing it with your iPhone. Customize watch faces, app notifications, and the Dock. Sync photos, music, and podcasts for offline use. Discover and download new apps and watch faces from the App Store.

**Highlights:** Pair Apple Watch with iPhone, Customize watch faces and notifications, Arrange apps in the Dock, Sync photos, music, and podcasts, Download new watch apps and faces, Set up Apple Pay

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Saves lives
- ⌚ Useful for tracking fitness and health
- 👍 Customizable watch faces

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Pairing and connectivity issues
- 🔋 Poor battery life
- 🤔 Complicated user experience
- 🤖 Unreliable fitness tracking

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to update watch software
- Watch faces not loading properly
- Inconsistent performance after updates

**Requested features**

- More watch face options
- Ability to control phone music from watch
- Better sleep tracking
- Customizable notification settings


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Remote, Mouse and Keyboard free?

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

### Is Watch free?

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

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

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard is rated higher. Remote, Mouse and Keyboard averages 4.5 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while Watch averages 3.3 from 9.3K ratings.

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

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

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

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard ships an update every 4 days, and Watch every 8 months. Most recently, Remote, Mouse and Keyboard was updated on September 25, 2026 and Watch on September 25, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*