# Remote, Mouse and Keyboard vs Unified Remote

The clearest difference is rating: Remote, Mouse and Keyboard at 4.5 against Unified Remote's 3.8. Remote, Mouse and Keyboard also leads on ratings volume (14K vs 290) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 weeks). Unified Remote's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and iOS requirement 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 and Unified Remote sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote, Mouse and Keyboard has 14K ratings behind it against 290, 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 68% of Unified Remote's.

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard ships an update every 4 days, Unified Remote every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remote, Mouse and Keyboard | Unified Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-mouse-and-keyboard/id629019487/reviews)** | [3.8 (290 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unified-remote/id825534179/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **14K** | 290 |
| Positive reviews | **78.9% of reviews** | 68.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 139 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Remote Sunrise LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/619088610) | [Unified Intents](https://appshunter.io/developer/793898900) |

## 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


### Unified Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unified-remote/id825534179)

Transform your device into a versatile WiFi remote for your computer. Control over 90 programs, including media players, presentations, and your mouse and keyboard. Enjoy a seamless experience with easy setup and advanced security features.

**Highlights:** WiFi universal remote control, Mouse and keyboard control, Media player control, Presentation control, File manager, Server password protection and encryption, Wake On LAN

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Extended Keyboard | $0.99 | one-time |
| Extra Remote | $0.99 | one-time |
| Quick Switch | $0.99 | one-time |
| Extended Remote List | $0.99 | one-time |
| Full Version | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Extensive functionality
- 💡 Customizable remotes
- 🚀 Responsive and fast
- 👍 Works well as a remote control

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 🐛 Buggy mouse/keyboard controls
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with anonymous data collection

**Reported bugs**

- Keyboard not working on Windows 8.1
- Inability to close keyboard once opened
- Inconsistent behavior after updates
- Purchased features not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Sleep timer for PC
- Apple Watch support
- Improved Siri/Shortcuts integration
- Better handling of large music libraries


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Remote, Mouse and Keyboard free?

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

### Is Unified Remote free?

Unified Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard is rated higher. Remote, Mouse and Keyboard averages 4.5 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while Unified Remote averages 3.8 from 290 ratings.

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

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

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

Remote, Mouse and Keyboard ships an update every 4 days, and Unified Remote every 2 weeks. Most recently, Remote, Mouse and Keyboard was updated on September 24, 2026 and Unified Remote on September 25, 2026.

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