Comparison

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard vs Telestrator

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

Telestrator

Transform your iPad into a professional annotation tool for live video and recorded content. Draw, highlight, and analyze footage in real-time with broadcast-grade features. Ideal for coaches, presenters, and broadcasters.

Highlights
  • Real-time drawing and annotation on live video
  • Import and analyze game film/clips
  • Professional drawing tools suite
  • NDI source integration
  • Record and export sessions
  • Trusted by major broadcasters
Features
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Turn your iPad into a broadcast-grade telestrator. Draw plays, break down game film, and annotate live video with the same technology trusted by FOX, ESPN, CBS, and NBC - now in your hands. Whether you're a coach breaking down film on the sideline, a presenter annotating slides in real time, or a broadcaster going live on air, Telestrator gives you professional tools with touch-simple controls. What you can do: • Draw, highlight, and annotate over live video feeds, clips, and still images in real time • Import game film or pre-recorded clips for detailed analysis • Use a full suite of pro drawing tools — arrows, shapes, freehand, spotlight, and more • Connect to any NDI source for seamless broadcast integration • Record your sessions and export them instantly to share with your team Why coaches and broadcasters choose Telestrator: • The same telestration engine behind NFL, PGA TOUR, and major network broadcasts • Built for iPad Pro and iPad Air with M-series performance • New tools and improvements shipping continuously Subscription Required A Telestrator subscription is required to use the app: • $19.99 USD/month or $199.99 USD/year (that's just $16.67/month) • Managed via your Apple ID - cancel or modify anytime in your device settings Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard4 screens
Telestrator3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Remote, Mouse and Keyboard at 4.5 against Telestrator's 1.0. Remote, Mouse and Keyboard also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (14K vs 3). Telestrator's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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 Telestrator sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote, Mouse and Keyboard has 14K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard ships an update every 4 days, Telestrator every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard versus Telestrator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote, Mouse and KeyboardTelestrator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (14K ratings) — better1.0 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews78.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings14K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size75 MB620 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRemote Sunrise LTDSwingCam Ltd

Customer experience

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard

All ratings14,463 ratings
Positive86.1%
Neutral3.3%
Negative10.6%
Written reviews2,845 reviews
Positive78.7%
Neutral2.8%
Negative18.5%

Telestrator

All ratings3 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

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

Telestrator

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
2 purchases

Telestrator

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$199.991 Year

Questions

Is Remote, Mouse and Keyboard free?
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Telestrator free?
Telestrator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Remote, Mouse and Keyboard or Telestrator?
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard is rated higher. Remote, Mouse and Keyboard averages 4.5 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while Telestrator averages 1.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Remote, Mouse and Keyboard or Telestrator have ads?
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard shows ads; Telestrator does not.
Which is updated more often, Remote, Mouse and Keyboard or Telestrator?
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard ships an update every 4 days, and Telestrator every 2 weeks. Most recently, Remote, Mouse and Keyboard was updated on October 31, 2026 and Telestrator on October 8, 2026.

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