Comparison

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard vs Simple AVR

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

Simple AVR

Features
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Simple AVR brings focused control of compatible Denon and Marantz AV receivers to Apple Watch. Use the iPhone companion to discover your receiver on the local network or add it by IP address, then control it from your wrist. Included with the app: • Main Zone power, volume, mute and input control • Volume adjustment with the Digital Crown • Adjustable Crown sensitivity and direction • Receiver discovery and information on iPhone Premium — optional one-time in-app purchase: • Control Zone 2 and other supported zones • Browse internet radio stations and USB tracks on compatible HEOS receivers • Control HEOS playback from Apple Watch • Customise zone names and use your receiver’s renamed inputs • Choose which inputs appear on your Watch • Switch between multiple receivers on the Watch • Change the receiver’s Friendly Name from iPhone Requires a paired iPhone and Apple Watch, with local-network access to a compatible receiver. Enable Network Control on the receiver. HEOS features require a compatible HEOS receiver; available sources and zone capabilities vary by model and receiver configuration. HEOS audio is shared between zones using the receiver’s HEOS player. Premium is a one-time purchase, not a subscription. Simple AVR is independent and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Denon, Marantz or their parent companies.

Screenshots

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard4 screens
Simple AVR4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Simple AVR at none against Remote, Mouse and Keyboard's shown. Simple AVR also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 4 days). Remote, Mouse and Keyboard's advantage is device support (6 vs 2). 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 Simple AVR sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard ships an update every 4 days, Simple AVR daily. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard versus Simple AVR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemote, Mouse and KeyboardSimple AVR
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (14K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews78.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings14K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 daysDaily — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size147 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRemote Sunrise LTDRaymond Delsol

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

Simple AVR

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 week$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
1 purchases

Simple AVR

One-time1
  • Simple AVR Premium$4.99

Questions

Is Remote, Mouse and Keyboard free?
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Simple AVR free?
Simple AVR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Remote, Mouse and Keyboard or Simple AVR have ads?
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard shows ads; Simple AVR does not.
Which is updated more often, Remote, Mouse and Keyboard or Simple AVR?
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard ships an update every 4 days, and Simple AVR daily. Most recently, Remote, Mouse and Keyboard was updated on October 24, 2026 and Simple AVR on October 9, 2026.

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