# Remote, Mouse and Keyboard vs Remote Plus

The clearest difference is rating: Remote, Mouse and Keyboard at 4.5 against Remote Plus's 3.1. Remote, Mouse and Keyboard also leads on review sentiment (79% vs 43%) and ratings volume (14K vs 22). Remote Plus's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). On price and update cadence 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. Remote Plus asks for nothing beyond the download.

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote, Mouse and Keyboard has 14K ratings behind it against 22, 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 43% of Remote Plus's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remote, Mouse and Keyboard | Remote Plus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-mouse-and-keyboard/id629019487/reviews)** | [3.1 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-plus/id1477804039/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **14K** | 22 |
| Positive reviews | **78.9% of reviews** | 42.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | Every 4 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 140 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **8.0** |
| 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) | [Third Reality, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1225620424) |

## 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


### Remote Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-plus/id1477804039)

Enhance your streaming device experience with a dedicated accessory. Locate a lost remote with sound and light, enjoy private listening with headphones, and use the LED to see buttons in the dark.

**Highlights:** Remote Finder beep and flash, Private listening with headphones, LED button illumination, Accessory integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Remote, Mouse and Keyboard free?

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

### Is Remote Plus free?

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

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

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard is rated higher. Remote, Mouse and Keyboard averages 4.5 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while Remote Plus averages 3.1 from 22 ratings.

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

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

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

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard ships an update every 4 days, and Remote Plus every 4 days. Most recently, Remote, Mouse and Keyboard was updated on September 26, 2026 and Remote Plus on September 19, 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.*