Remote, Mouse and Keyboard vs Universal Presenter Remote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Universal remote control
- Wireless mouse and keyboard
- Apple TV, Mac, Windows, iPad control
- Customizable control panels
- Live screen view
- Siri Shortcuts integration
- Automation scripts
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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.
Universal Presenter Remote
Control presentations remotely from your iOS device or Apple Watch. Connect your device to the presentation computer via the internet to advance slides from anywhere. Setup is straightforward with comprehensive instructions.
- Remote slide advancement
- iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch support
- Internet-based control
- Easy setup with instructions
- Companion app available
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Using a presentation remote instead of advancing your slides manually can allow you to connect with audiences and utilize your presentation space more effectively, but you typically had to buy your own or hope the venue you were presenting at had one on hand. Fear no more, UPR has you covered! All you need is the presenting computer, your iOS device or Apple Watch, and an internet connection. UPR allows you to control the presentation computer to advance your slides remotely from anywhere in the world. Simply install the UPR Controller application on the presenting computer and enter the token into the iOS App and you'll be presenting in no time. Universal Presenter Remote natively supports both iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch with comprehensive instructions that make setup a breeze. Companion applications and further instruction can be found at https://universalpresenterremote.com.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Remote, Mouse and Keyboard at 4.5 against Universal Presenter Remote's 3.7. Remote, Mouse and Keyboard also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (14K vs 13). Universal Presenter Remote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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
Both are free to download. Remote, Mouse and Keyboard sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Universal Presenter Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Remote, Mouse and Keyboard has 14K ratings behind it against 13, 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 58% of Universal Presenter Remote's.
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard ships an update every 4 days, Universal Presenter Remote every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Remote, Mouse and Keyboard | Universal Presenter Remote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (14K ratings) — better | 3.7 (13 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 78.9% of reviews — better | 58.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 14K — better | 13 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.5 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 139 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Remote Sunrise LTD | Brendan Boyle |
Customer experience
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard
Universal Presenter Remote
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
Universal Presenter Remote
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Remote, Mouse and Keyboard
- Remote Control Pro - Monthly$3.991 Month
- Weekly$4.997 Days
- Remote Mouse Pro - 12 month7 Days trial$9.991 Year
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- Remote Mouse Pro - 1 month$9.991 Month
- Remote Control Pro - Yearly7 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Remote Mouse Pro - forever$9.99
- Remote Mouse Pro - forever$19.99
- Remote Mouse Pro - lifetime$39.99
Universal Presenter Remote
No in-app purchases
Questions
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