Comparison

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard vs ScreenSpy

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 Apple devices into a versatile remote for TVs, streaming devices, computers, and other iPads. Enjoy seamless control with a touchpad, keyboard, media functions, and custom automation features.

Highlights
  • Unified remote for TVs, streamers, and Apple TV
  • Wireless mouse and keyboard for Mac/PC
  • Live screen viewing for computers
  • Custom control panels and automation
  • Bluetooth control for iPads
  • Smooth touchpad navigation
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

ScreenSpy

Monitor your child's computer activity remotely in real-time. Track websites, apps, and games to ensure their online safety and manage screen time. Easy setup provides peace of mind.

Highlights
  • Real-time remote desktop viewing
  • PC/Mac surveillance
  • Parent remote access
  • Child activity tracking
  • Easy setup
Features
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ScreenSpy shows you what's on your kid's computer screen right now, straight from your phone. Is your child doing homework or playing games? Instead of guessing, tap once and see the actual screen of their Windows PC or Mac in a few seconds. ◆ How it works 1. Install the free ScreenSpy app on the computer: open screenspy.app on the PC or Mac 2. Scan the QR code on the computer screen with this app 3. Tap "Take a screenshot" whenever you want to check ◆ What you get • A screenshot of your kid's PC or Mac screen on demand, from anywhere • Screenshot history grouped by day • Several computers in one app, each with online status • Access for the other parent: connect a second phone to the same computers • Works over the internet, so you don't need to be home or on the same Wi-Fi • Nothing to install on your kid's phone ◆ Made for parents ScreenSpy is a parental control tool for family computers. Use it only on computers you own or manage, and let your children know it's installed. ◆ Subscription ScreenSpy is free to download. Taking screenshots requires a subscription, and new subscribers can start with a free trial. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel it in your App Store account settings. Terms of use: https://screenspy.app/terms_of_use Privacy policy: https://screenspy.app/privacy_policy

Screenshots

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard4 screens
ScreenSpy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: ScreenSpy at none against Remote, Mouse and Keyboard's shown. ScreenSpy also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). Remote, Mouse and Keyboard's advantage is ratings volume (14K vs 6) and update cadence (every 4 days vs fortnightly). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 and ScreenSpy sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Remote, Mouse and Keyboard against 4.3 for ScreenSpy. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote, Mouse and Keyboard has 14K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard ships an update every 4 days, ScreenSpy fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard versus ScreenSpy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote, Mouse and KeyboardScreenSpy
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (14K ratings) — better4.3 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews78.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings14K — better6
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterFortnightly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size75 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRemote Sunrise LTDApp Machine SIA

Customer experience

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard

All ratings14,463 ratings
Positive86.1%
Neutral3.3%
Negative10.6%
Written reviews2,846 reviews
Positive78.7%
Neutral2.8%
Negative18.5%

ScreenSpy

All ratings5 ratings
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

ScreenSpy

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 week3 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
3 purchases

ScreenSpy

Subscriptions2
  • Subscription1 Month trial$4.991 Month
  • Yearly subscription$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime access$49.99

Questions

Is Remote, Mouse and Keyboard free?
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ScreenSpy free?
ScreenSpy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Remote, Mouse and Keyboard or ScreenSpy?
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard is rated higher. Remote, Mouse and Keyboard averages 4.5 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while ScreenSpy averages 4.3 from 6 ratings.
Do Remote, Mouse and Keyboard or ScreenSpy have ads?
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard shows ads; ScreenSpy does not.
Which is updated more often, Remote, Mouse and Keyboard or ScreenSpy?
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard ships an update every 4 days, and ScreenSpy fortnightly. Most recently, Remote, Mouse and Keyboard was updated on November 1, 2026 and ScreenSpy on October 30, 2026.

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