Comparison

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard vs NLua.Box

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

Head to head
About

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard

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
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Remote, Mouse & Keyboard Control more from one app - now on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Remote, Mouse & Keyboard turns your Apple devices into a simple, powerful remote for TVs, streaming devices, Apple TV, Mac, Windows PC, and iPad. Use it from the couch, at your desk, during a presentation, or anywhere you want faster control. TV and Streaming Remote Use your iPhone, iPad, or Mac as a remote for supported TVs, streamers, and Apple TV. Works with Apple TV plus supported Samsung, LG, Roku, Fire TV, Android TV, Hisense, and Vizio devices. Android TV and Google TV examples include Sony, TCL, Philips, and Xiaomi - just a few of the brands that use the platform. - Navigate with a smooth touchpad - Control volume, playback, and media - Type searches and passwords with the keyboard - Launch Apple TV apps quickly - Keep one remote ready across your devices Older Apple TV models such as Gen 1-3 require one-time PIN entry using a physical remote. Mac and PC Control Control your computer over Wi-Fi with a remote, mouse, keyboard, and custom panels built for the apps you use. - Use your device as a wireless mouse and keyboard - Adjust volume, playback, and tracks - View your computer screen live - Take screenshots remotely - Launch or quit apps, open menus, and run shortcuts - Create custom panels and automation scripts - Schedule actions with timers Requires the free helper app for Mac or Windows: https://rs.ltd/get iPad Control Use your iPhone, iPad, or Mac to control another iPad over Bluetooth. - Type, navigate, and control playback - Adjust volume and media - Keep a second device useful in creative, work, or entertainment setups Why You'll Love It - One app for iPhone, iPad, and Mac - Remote control for TVs, streamers, Apple TV, Mac, PC, and iPad - Touchpad, keyboard, media controls, shortcuts, and automation - Custom control panels for apps, websites, and workflows - Secure Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections System Requirements - iPhone, iPad, or Mac - Supported Apple TV, Samsung, LG, Roku, Fire TV, Android TV, Hisense, and Vizio devices - Android TV and Google TV devices, including examples from Sony, TCL, Philips, Xiaomi, and more - Apple TV: all models supported - Mac: macOS 10.13 or later with helper app - Windows: Windows 7 or later with helper app - iPad control: Bluetooth connection In-App Purchases and Subscriptions Remote, Mouse & Keyboard offers optional in-app purchases and subscriptions to unlock premium features, customization, and advanced automation. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel subscriptions anytime in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://rs.ltd/privacy Terms of Use: https://rs.ltd/terms Take Control One app. All your screens. Ready on iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

About

NLua.Box

This application allows users to program on their mobile device using the Lua language. It provides a minimalistic environment for writing and running Lua scripts directly on their phone or tablet.

Highlights
  • Lua programming on device
  • Minimalistic interface
  • Run Lua scripts
  • Mobile development tool
Features
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NLua.Box allow you to program on your device using Lua language.

Screenshots

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard4 screens
NLua.Box4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NLua.Box at none against Remote, Mouse and Keyboard's 8. NLua.Box also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). Remote, Mouse and Keyboard's advantage is ratings volume (14K vs 5) and device support (6 vs 3). On price and update cadence 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. Remote, Mouse and Keyboard sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. NLua.Box asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NLua.Box holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote, Mouse and Keyboard has 14K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Remote, Mouse and Keyboard's written reviews are positive against 100% of NLua.Box's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard ships an update every 4 days, NLua.Box every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard versus NLua.Box: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote, Mouse and KeyboardNLua.Box
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (14K ratings)4.8 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews78.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings14K — better5
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 6 days
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size145 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRemote Sunrise LTDCodefoco

Customer experience

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard

All ratings14,399 ratings
Positive86.1%
Neutral3.3%
Negative10.5%
Written reviews2,837 reviews
Positive78.7%
Neutral2.8%
Negative18.5%

NLua.Box

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Keyboard not working as expected
  • Remote controls not responding consistently
  • Screen mirroring freezes or lags

Requested features

4 requests
  • 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

NLua.Box

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard

Subscriptions5
  • Remote,Mouse and Keyboard - 1 month$3.991 Month
  • Remote, Mouse and Keyboard - 1 week7 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Remote, Mouse and Keyboard - 1 year7 Days trial$9.991 Year
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  • Remote,Mouse and Keyboard - 1 month$9.991 Month
  • Remote, Mouse and Keyboard - 1 year7 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time3
  • Remote Mouse Pro - forever$9.99
  • Remote, Mouse and Keyboard - 1 time$19.99
  • Remote, Mouse and Keyboard - 1 time$39.99
None

NLua.Box

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Remote, Mouse and Keyboard free?
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NLua.Box free?
NLua.Box is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Remote, Mouse and Keyboard or NLua.Box?
NLua.Box is rated higher. Remote, Mouse and Keyboard averages 4.5 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while NLua.Box averages 4.8 from 5 ratings.
Do Remote, Mouse and Keyboard or NLua.Box have ads?
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard shows ads; NLua.Box does not.
Which is updated more often, Remote, Mouse and Keyboard or NLua.Box?
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard ships an update every 4 days, and NLua.Box every 6 days. Most recently, Remote, Mouse and Keyboard was updated on October 18, 2026 and NLua.Box on October 12, 2026.

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