Comparison

OSLink vs StarDesk

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

OSLink

Access your computer remotely from your iPhone or iPad. Control your PC from anywhere, even work from home. Supports Bluetooth keyboards and mice for a customized experience.

Highlights
  • Cross-device remote access
  • Remote desktop control
  • Work from home access
  • Bluetooth keyboard/mouse support
  • Customizable keymaps
  • Secure and stable connection
Features
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OSlink is a remote access software that works across systems and devices, allowing remote access to your computer from devices like iPhones and iPads. Main Features [Remote Access] Supports cross-device remote access between iPhones, iPads, and Windows PCs. It is a remote desktop software with no device limitations. Remotely access your work PC from your phone anytime and anywhere. Easily work from home via remote access. [Bluetooth Keyboard & Mouse Support] Compatible with Bluetooth controllers and keyboard/mouse on phones/tablets. Allows you to customize your own keymap to suit your preferences. [Play Together] Remotely access your computer—safe and stable! 【Automatic renewal monthly subscription SVIP】 -- Continuous monthly subscription SVIP benefits: unlimited number of remotely controlled devices, unlimited sharing of devices, and unlimited room functions. -- Subscription period: 1 month (VIP), 1 month (SVIP), 1 year (SVIP). -- Subscription price: subject to iAP application information, for example, $0.99 per month for continuous monthly subscription products, -- Payment: After the user confirms the purchase and payment, it will be credited to the iTunes account. -- Cancel renewal: If you need to cancel renewal, please manually turn off the automatic renewal function in iTunes/Apple ID settings management 24 hours before the current subscription period expires. -- Renewal: Apple iTunes account will deduct the fee within 24 hours before expiration. After the deduction is successful, the subscription period will be extended by one subscription period. -- Privacy Policy: https://www.oslink.io/privacypolicy.html -- User Agreement: https://www.oslink.io/terms-of-service.html -- Automatic Renewal Membership Service Agreement: https://www.oslink.io/pauto-renewable.html

About

StarDesk

Control your PC remotely from any device with ultra-low latency and secure connections. Stream games in 4K, transfer files quickly, and access your work applications seamlessly. Ideal for both gamers and professionals needing constant PC access.

Highlights
  • Ultra-low latency remote desktop
  • Secure remote access
  • 4K streaming
  • Fast file transfer
  • Remote PC gaming
  • Remote work and productivity
  • Remote wake
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StarDesk – Powerful Multi-Platform Remote Desktop Control your PC or Mac remotely from iOS, Mac, Android, or Windows devices. Perfect for remote work, gaming, and technical support. Enjoy ultra-low latency with high-speed direct connections for a smooth, local-like experience. Stream up to 4K at 144 FPS, with full support for mouse & keyboard, game controllers, and multi-touch gestures—ideal for gaming and productivity. Key Features - Remote Gaming: Play PC games on your mobile device in stunning 4K 144 FPS with minimal lag. Hundreds of customizable keyboard mappings and plug-and-play gamepad support. - Remote Work: Wake your PC remotely, control multiple screens, transfer files without limits (any size or format), and work in true-color HDR/4:4:4 mode—perfect for design, CAD, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, WPS, and more. - PC & Mac Host Support: Use your PC or Mac as a host machine—access and control your computer remotely from any device, anytime, anywhere. - Seamless cross-platform access anytime, anywhere. Why StarDesk Stands Out - Millisecond-level responsiveness for fluid control - Multi-screen management with quick switching - Unlimited high-speed file transfers - HDR and true-color support for precise visuals - Full PC and Mac host support for remote access About Accessibility Service Usage To ensure smooth external keyboard operation (e.g., Bluetooth keyboards), this app uses Android's AccessibilityService API. It captures input events to prevent system interference and accurately transmit keystrokes to your remote PC. We only collect temporary input data during active remote sessions—no storage or sharing of personal information. You can disable this feature anytime in system settings. For details, see our Privacy Policy. We Value Your Privacy All data transmission is encrypted end-to-end. Learn more at www.stardesk.net/license/privacy-policy.

Screenshots

OSLink4 screens
StarDesk4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: StarDesk at 4.9 against OSLink's 3.2. StarDesk also leads on review sentiment (86% vs 48%) and in-app purchases (none vs 7). OSLink's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price and device support 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. OSLink sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. StarDesk asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

StarDesk holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 39 and 175 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of OSLink's written reviews are positive against 86% of StarDesk's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OSLink ships an update every 5 weeks, StarDesk every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
OSLink versus StarDesk: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOSLinkStarDesk
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (39 ratings)4.9 (175 ratings) — better
Positive reviews48.0% of reviews86.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings39175 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size168 MB62 MB
Age rating9++4
DeveloperGuangzhou Wujie Jiyuan Technology Co., Ltd.GearUP Portal PTE. LTD.

Customer experience

OSLink

All ratings39 ratings
Positive51.3%
Neutral5.1%
Negative43.6%
Written reviews50 reviews
Positive48.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative42.0%

StarDesk

All ratings175 ratings
Positive96.0%
Neutral1.1%
Negative2.9%
Written reviews59 reviews
Positive86.4%
Neutral3.4%
Negative10.2%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

OSLink

Subscriptions4
  • 1 month VIP subscription$0.991 Month
  • One month VIP subscription$0.991 Month
  • 1 month SVIP subscription$9.991 Month
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  • 1 year SVIP subscription$94.991 Year
One-time3
  • 1 month vip membership$0.99
  • 1 month svip membership$9.99
  • 1 year svip membership$94.99
None

StarDesk

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is OSLink free?
OSLink is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is StarDesk free?
StarDesk is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, OSLink or StarDesk?
StarDesk is rated higher. OSLink averages 3.2 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while StarDesk averages 4.9 from 175 ratings.
Do OSLink or StarDesk have ads?
OSLink shows ads; StarDesk does not.
Which is updated more often, OSLink or StarDesk?
OSLink ships an update every 5 weeks, and StarDesk every 2 weeks. Most recently, OSLink was updated on October 21, 2026 and StarDesk on October 20, 2026.

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